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Intellectual character: what it is, why it matters, and how to get it

Book information

Publisher
Jossey-Bass
Year
2002
ISBN
9780787956837, 9780787966126, 078795683X
Open Library ID
OL8148612M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
1 MB (1173254 bytes)
Edition
1
Pages
337\337
Topic
Education
Scanned
yes
Time added
2009-08-06 05:14:26

Description

What does it really mean to be intelligent? Ron Ritchhart presents a new and powerful view of intelligence that moves beyond ability to focus on cognitive dispositions such as curiosity, skepticism, and open mindedness. Arguing persuasively for this new conception of intelligence, the author uses vivid classroom vignettes to explore the foundations of intellectual character and describe how teachers can enculturate productive patterns of thinking in their students. Intellectual Character presents illustrative, inspiring stories of exemplary teachers to help show how intellectual traits and thinking dispositions can be developed and cultivated in students to promote successful learning. This vital book provides a model of authentic and powerful teaching and offers practical strategies for creating classroom environments that support thinking.

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