Think Talk Toolbox

Cultivating Transversal Skills through Inquiry and Dialogue

Ying Ji and Sara Hennessy
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The Think-Talk Toolbox (TTT) is an innovative, research-informed framework designed to cultivate transversal skills, including critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and effective communication, through inquiry and dialogue.
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The Think-Talk Toolbox (TTT) is an innovative, research-informed framework designed to cultivate transversal skills, including critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and effective communication, through inquiry and dialogue.
  • 12 interconnected Think-Talk Skills with active learning strategies
  • 12 engaging classroom activities to foster inquiry and dialogue
  • A flexible 4E teaching model (Engage, Explore, Evaluate, Extend)
  • A suite of assessment tools and interactive resources, including skill posters and cards
TTT has been piloted in Chinese schools with 48 teachers and over 2,000 students and it is now being introduced in schools across 10 countries through international school partnerships.

TTT empowers educators to design rich, student-led learning experiences, while equipping learners with the skills they need to thrive in school, work, and life. Whether you're a classroom teacher, curriculum developer, or professional development facilitator, the Toolbox offers adaptable strategies to transform everyday teaching and learning.

What's included in the Toolbox?

1. INTRODUCTION TO THINK-TALK TOOLBOX

An overview of the Toolbox and its key components

2. BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE

Theoretical and practical foundations of the toolbox

3. TARGET AUDIENCE AND USE CASES

How to apply the toolbox in various settings

4. THINK-TALK FRAMEWORK

A detailed exploration of Think-Talk skills

5. THINK-TALK RESOURCES AND ACTIVITIES

Engaging tools and activities for effective classroom interaction

6. THINK-TALK 4E TEACHING MODEL

The Engage, Explore, Evaluate, and Extend phases of teaching

7. THINK-TALK SKILLS ASSESSMENT TOOLS

Tools for assessing and tracking Think-Talk skills

8. CASE STUDIES: THINK-TALK IN ACTION

Examples of the Toolbox and teaching model in use

9. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQS)

Practical guidance for sing the Think-Talk Toolbox

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£25
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£48
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£55