Higher Order Thinking

Higher order thinking is based on the notion of learning more advanced skills including evaluation, analyzing and creation of new ideas. The system requires more complex teaching and learning techniques. The educators today encourage their students to obtain the skills in problem solving and critical thinking. 

The teaching methods compel the students to understand, categorize and solve the problems presented instead of memorizing the facts only. The information received is applied to find the solutions to existing issues. Engagement in creative ideas is strongly encouraged and practiced. Children and young adults placed in a variety of settings are inspired to spark discussions and create a forum for creative thinking. Thought-provoking questions are often implemented within the conversation to ensure proper development of higher-thinking skills. 

The legislators, educators and parents are now becoming involved in the idea of higher-order thinking. The method is especially attractive, because it allows the teachers and parents to introduce the children into the process of accelerated thinking and applying these skills in their everyday lives resulting in higher scores and profitable futures. 

Traditional methods of education encompass memorizing the facts and restating them when needed. The higher-order thinking prepares the young generation for the complexities of life and dealing with the problems when they arise in an efficient manner. Many issues can affect individual’s life including social, health, educational and personal areas. Being able to understand, evaluate and categorize these topics aids in achieving the solutions and creating happy and fruitful existence for a lifetime.

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BRAIN INSIGHTS TO SHARE: Brains Need Sleep!

Sleep enhances cognitive functioning and influences moods. Having  enough sleep contributes to a more positive mood. When the brain lacks the sleep it needs, brain systems become out of balance. Young (and adult) brains become more easily agitated when sleep deprived.

Research shows the quality and amount of sleep not only affects our moods, it also influences our mental sharpness, productivity, creativity, physical activity level, and also weight. Sleep provides all of these benefits... and it feels so good! The printable for this week shares information on the benefit of sleep.

Printable #10  Brains Need Sleep

Learning and family interactions can be easily affected by lack of sleep. Here are a few tips to help ensure your family is getting enough of the quality sleep your brains need to keep everyone happier: 

• Plan activities to take place before or after children's nap times or before bedtimes.
• Do all you can to keep bedtimes and bedtime routines as consistent as possible. 
• Provide calm activities like reading a book, giving a massage, taking a warm bath, or listening to soothing music as part of the bedtime routine.
• Eliminate watching television or using other electronics with bright lights prior to bedtime routines.
• Provide "brain calming"  foods as a bedtime snack such as warm milk, a banana, toast with almond butter, or oatmeal with a bit of peanut butter added.

A research study reported in Child Development found, "Higher proportions of total sleep occurring at night time, at both 12 and 18 months, were related to better performance on executive tasks, especially those involving a strong impulse control component."

This post provides valuable information on sleep pattern issues in babies. This is very helpful for parents wanting to understand sleep regression.

If you are looking for resources to help promote sleep, Lori Lite of Stress Free Kids provides Music CDs for Relaxation.

The following guide might be very useful for you as well.

 The Average Amount of Sleep Needed By Age

Newborns (0-2 months)	12 - 18
Infants (3 months to 1 year)	14 - 15
Toddlers (1 to 3 years)	12 - 14
Preschoolers (3 to 5 years)	11 - 13
School-aged children (5 to 12 years)	10 - 11
Teens and preteens (12 to 18 years)	8.5 - 10
Adults (18+)	7.5 - 9 SWEET DREAMS!

 

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