Foundation for Critical Thinking: Books, Conferences, Seminars and Academic Resources for Education
3645 - Fax: 707.878.9111 P.O. BOX 220
Dillon Beach, CA 94929
Toll Free Number: (800) 833-3645
Phone Number: (707) 878-9100
Fax Number: (707) 878-9111
Web Address: www.criticalthinking.org
The Foundation for Critical Thinking works to promote educational reform and seeks to promote essential change in education and society through the cultivation of fair-minded critical thinking.
Keywords: critical thinking, workshop, seminar, conference, teachers, educators, education
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1980.
What is your primary product or service?
Educational materials (books, DVDs, etc.), workshops and conferences aimed at fostering the teaching of critical thinking across the curriculum in K-12 education, for home-schoolers, at the university level, at the administrator level, and in professional environments.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Critical thinking is necessary for ethical living. Our interest in critical thinking emerged from a deep social and pedagogical need to improve the quality of life on earth. Dr. Richard Paul is an internationally recognized authority on critical thinking. He has authored and coauthored many books and articles on the topic of critical thinking, hosted 28 international conferences and countless educational training workshops, and was a professor and chair of the Philosophy Dept. at SSU. Dr. Linda Elder is an educational psychologist and a prominent authority on critical thinking. She has developed an original stage theory of critical thinking development, taught psychology and critical thinking at the college level, given presentations to more than 20,000 educators at all levels, and has authored and coauthored several books and articles on critical thinking.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
The Foundation for Critical Thinking is unique in that we have been solely dedicated to a robust conception of critical thinking that works within, moves across and beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries. We are also unique in that we remain dedicated to developing theory and products that help people move toward living more ethical and socially responsible lives.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Please see our website- www.criticalthinking.org
What type of payments do you accept?
Check, money order, purchase order (if approved), Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Which areas do you service?
We have national and international outreach.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Dr. Richard Paul, Fellow, Dir. of Research, Foundation for Critical Thinking; Founder of Center for Critical Thinking. Dr. Linda Elder, Fellow, President, Foundation for Critical Thinking; Executive Director of the Center for Critical Thinking.
What are your hours of operation?
Monday-Friday; 8am - 4pm
Online ordering available 24hrs./ everyday
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