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Warren Smith Went Viral for Teaching Critical Thinking, So His School Fired Him

Jul 4, 2024
High school teacher Warren Smith, known for his viral critical thinking video, discusses effective teaching methods and the importance of honest dialogue. He shares insights on classroom challenges, his firing, and plans for content creation. Topics include teaching by asking 'why,' challenges of classroom teaching, and turning 5 minutes of fame into a career.
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  • Encouraging critical thinking through calm and questioning discussions on modern issues like JK Rowling's views, promoting transformative learning experiences.
  • Utilizing YouTube as an educational platform to extend teaching beyond classrooms, emphasizing the importance of sharing knowledge through online content creation despite challenges in engagement.

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Teaching Critical Thinking through Podcasting

Encouraging students to engage in critical thinking by discussing modern issues, such as JK Rowling's controversial opinions, in a calm and questioning manner, creating a transformative learning experience. The importance of fostering logical discourse and challenging presuppositions within questions is highlighted, emphasizing the power of guiding students through thought-provoking exchanges.

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