Lesson Plan

Simply Elementary, Watson!

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Explore the process of inductive and deductive reasoning. A collaborative activity has some groups apply an inductive approach and others a deductive approach. Through class discussion, scholars compare their processes and discuss similarities and differences between the two. 

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Instructional Ideas
  • Create a graphic organizer to record the inductive and deductive reasoning examples your classes collect
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires laptops with Internet access for research
  • Expects the ability to find and apply patterns
Pros
  • Uses sound teaching strategies to engage pupils
  • Includes teacher notes to prepare for possible problems
Cons
  • None