Welcome Grade 9’s! Today’s Class: Introduction to an Inquiry Unit and Critical Thinking o Brainstorm list of decisions o How do we make informed decisions? Table group discussion: Buying a new computer o What are the 3 types of judgments? Brainstorm questions individually for each type of judgment What is an inquiry unit? o How does this relate to L.A and what can I expect from this class?

When was the last time you made a decision? You have 2 minutes to write a list of decisions you make. o Which are your everyday decisions? o Which are your important decisions?

How will you choose which model and brand of computer to buy? At your tables, discuss and list the actions you would take when making an “informed” consumer decision.

3 Types of Judgment Type 1: Factual Judgements o “Black or White” o One “right” answer o Just Google it! 300 x 4 = ? Who is Canada’s current Prime Minister?

3 Types of Judgement Type 2: Judgments of Preference o Multiple possible answers No correct answers o Answers are based on personal choice and emotional response (how we feel about something) Examples: What is your favourite band? Do you like to play hockey? What is your favourite flavour of ice-cream?

3 Types of Judgements Type 3: “Critical Thinking” Decisions o Complex Issues with multiple approaches o High-Stakes o Grey area o Requires research and different sources o Require critical thinking to form a reasonable judgment o Example: Choosing a career Deciding to have laser-eye surgery

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Questions using Types Type 1 – Who is Canada’s current Prime Minister? Type 2 – Who was Canada’s best Prime Minister? Type 3 – How should the Conservatives (government) choose which individual will become Prime Minister?

Create a Type 1, 2, and 3 question using this image: Type 1: Factual, one correct answer Type 2: Preferences, emotional response Type 3: Complex, relies on researching multiple perspectives and collecting evidence

Create a Type 1, 2, and 3 question using this image: Type 1: Factual, one correct answer Type 2: Preferences, emotional response Type 3: Complex, relies on researching multiple perspectives and collecting evidence

What is an Inquiry Unit? High-Stakes, “real issue” with real consequences No single, correct answer. We cannot “Google” it Focus on the process Gather evidence, evaluate sources, consider new perspectives Make a reasoned judgment using evidence.

What is an Inquiry Unit? “reasonable people can arrive at different conclusions” Slow down your thinking! No “knee-jerk” reactions here! Developing Critical Thinking Skills Attitudes: Open-mind Quest for information and evidence Fallible – we cannot be 100% certain!

Issue: Energy Production in Alberta What do we need to consider? What type of judgments will we need to make?

So what? How do citizens voice their reasoned judgments on high-stakes issues?

Where is the electricity in your voice? 1.Research Essay 2.Business Letter 3.Social Media Message

What is the purpose of this ad?

Agenda Recap of Inquiry Process, 3 Types of Judgements Defining the issue/context Identifying the Purpose in source materials: Powering Albertans, DemocracyNow video The Elements of Reasoning – Jigsaw with “Love Letters” Exit Slip

Inquiry Process (Recap) 1. Identify Issue 2. Establish Criteria, Collect Evidence, Evaluate Evidence 3. Make a Reasoned (Type 3)Judgement

Additional 19 Sunny solar Alberta. (2012). Green Energy Futures. Retrieved from: solar-alberta solar-alberta

Agenda Perspective on energy/oil to consider Elements of Reasoning Jigsaw activity o Review the elements and evidence from the letter o Draw an image to illustrate the element o Fill in Elements of Reasoning chart while listening. See for time: another text to consider Exit Slip

Walk and Talk Walk and Talk: o Talk to 3 different people about the Perspective, Purpose, and Intended Audience of the video Cenovus Oil promotional video. Aoq88HrjWzeIDnA Aoq88HrjWzeIDnA

Identify purpose, perspective, and possible bias of these two cartoons. Today’s Agenda: 1.Review of Inquiry – Question Carousel 2.Elements of Reasoning – presentations 3.Applying the elements of reasoning – analyzing a source of your choice.

Review of Inquiry Discuss the question or concept on the piece of paper with your partner.

The Elements of Reasoning Question-at-Issue Context Point-of-View (perspectives) Purpose Assumptions (bias) Concepts Information Conclusions Implications and Consequences

Applying the Elements of Reasoning 1. Chose Option A or Option B and read the article independently. 2. Analyze the article using the Elements of Reasoning Template. 3. Hand in template at the end of class. (even if unfinished)

How do you interpret this picture? Today’s agenda: 1.Analyzing a Video using the elements of reasoning 2.Applying the elements to a source material 3.Developing a research plan

“Carbon” Each colour is responsible for considering one element of reasoning while watching the video. Write two ideas. You will meet with others who have the same colour/element to share your thoughts.

Jigsaw Share your element of reasoning with your table group.

Applying the Elements of Reasoning 1. Chose Option A, B or C and read the article independently. 2. Analyze the article using the Elements of Reasoning Template. 3. Hand in template at the end of class. (even if unfinished)

Agenda Another perspective to consider: Tipping Point Tipping Point Review “Enlightened Citizens Portfolio” Establish Research Plan and goals for today Continue Analysing Source Research and Work on Research Log.

Sticky-Note Goals Write three perspectives on a sticky note you will research. Write one realistic goal you can accomplish in today’s class.

Research After you have completed the Elements of Reasoning Template, fill in the first row of your Research Log. Retrieve a laptop to begin own research.