Increasing Critical Thinking with Higher Order Thinking Event
Foster critical thinking and problem solving skills in the classroom.
Date for This Event
- October 6 2025, at the Learning-Focused Training Center in Asheville, NC
Participants will leave this event with:
- A deep understanding of Higher Order Thinking Strategies and how they impact critical thinking.
- A process for explicit instruction of how to use specific Higher Order Thinking strategies and processes.
- Understanding how to embed Higher Order Thinking across all lessons.
Transform Your Teaching with the Power of Higher Order Thinking
We recognize educators' challenges in today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, such as integrating higher order thinking skills amidst curriculum constraints, limited resources, and the need for more comprehensive training. This event is our response to these challenges that teachers face.
Join us to refine educational approaches that embed critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving into everyday teaching practices. We understand that nurturing a generation of thinkers and problem-solvers requires more than theoretical knowledge. It demands practical tools, innovative strategies, and a supportive community of educators.
Increase Critical Thinking with Higher Order Thinking is designed to bridge the existing gap between traditional teaching methods and the dynamic needs of contemporary education.
We aim to equip you with effective strategies and insights to overcome common hurdles in implementing higher order thinking in the classroom. This interactive professional learning opportunity will provide hands-on application and collaborative discussions to help you gain valuable skills and resources to enhance your teaching methodologies and foster an environment where higher order thinking thrives.
Whether you're grappling with resource limitations, seeking ways to align your teaching with higher order thinking, or looking for professional growth, this event promises to address these needs. Be part of a transformative educational movement that empowers educators and students. Embrace this opportunity to teach and inspire a future generation of critical thinkers and innovators.
Your Facilitator
Catherine Schwoebel
With over 16 years of experience in K-12 education, Catherine Schwoebel is a dedicated instructional coach, curriculum specialist, and teacher mentor. She has spent the last decade coaching educators in elementary and middle schools, supporting them in curriculum development, standards alignment, and data-driven instructional strategies. Catherine holds a North Carolina teaching license and a K-12 Curriculum Instructional Specialist certification, complemented by an Executive Certificate in Instructional Design Technology and ongoing Ph.D. studies in the same field.
As a military spouse of 18 years and mother of two, Catherine brings a unique perspective to her work, connecting personally with the challenges faced by military families and students. Her commitment to excellence, innovation, and lifelong learning drives her mission to create meaningful educational experiences that empower students and educators to thrive.
Learning Goals
You Will Be Able To...
- Justify the importance of Higher Order Thinking.
- Embed Higher Order Thinking across various subjects.
- Tailor activities to suit different age groups and learning abilities.
- Use collaborative and project-based learning to stimulate higher order thinking.
- Plan lessons to teach students how to use specific Higher Order Thinking strategies and processes.
- Increase student's ability to analyze, evaluate, and synthesize information.
- Plan meaningful and challenging standards-driven lesson assignments that integrate content, grade level writing expectations and Higher Order Thinking.
You Will Know...
- The characteristics of Higher Order Thinking questions and assignments.
- The Four Levels of Learning and how they expand on Bloom’s and Webb’s taxonomies to increase the depth of knowledge and rigor.
- The importance of emphasizing Higher Order Thinking in lessons and instruction.
- Higher Order Thinking strategies and processes and the vocabulary and steps associated with each.
- Characteristics of challenging assignments.
What You Will Receive
In addition to learning from a Learning-Focused expert, participants will receive a kit that includes the following resources and materials:
- Increase Critical Thinking with Higher Order Thinking Book
- Higher Order Thinking Flipchart
- 12 month Learning-Focused Online membership
When and Where
At Learning-Focused Training Center
Location
- 200 District Dr. Ste 001, Asheville, NC 28803
Date
- October 6, 2025
Time
- 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Our training center is designed for intimate training, with only 22 spots available. We aim to provide a wonderful learning experience to help you grow your network through collaboration.
Registration
Act fast, only 22 spots are available
- Registration for Increase Critical Thinking with Higher Order Thinking Strategies is $197 per person.
- Registration includes snacks, drinks, coffee, and other goodies.
- Learning is better in teams! Register three people and receive a $50 discount off the third registration fee!
- Participants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis only. To secure your spot, we must receive a signed quote.
