Critical Thinking

Critical Thinking Class Offerings

Archaeology Dig

In this program, you will dig at a real archaeological dig site.  You will learn how to dig for artifacts, how archaeologists conduct a dig, identify and date artifacts, and catalog and record their findings. 

Board Games - German/European Style

Learn strategy board gaming, choose from: Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Carcassonne, Goa, Pirate’s Cove, Alhambra, Caylus Magna Carta, Prince of Florence, Attika, Tikal, Java, Mare Nostrum, China, El Grande, Puerto Rico, Tigris and Euphrates, St Petersburg, Patrician – Towering Glory, Ark of the Covenant, Louie XIV, Yspahan, and Thurn and Taxis.

Chess - Niles and online

While students will learn about prioritization, analysis, memory enhancement, visualization, and natural consequences, the course will specifically teach how to play the game of chess.  This class will be found under the Critical Thinking category during registration.

Game Strategy and Analysis

Learn strategy and collaboration while interacting with peers in group game sessions - more personal interaction and less screen time!