The School of Thought – Toolkit Profile
Pathway: Civic Literacy , Critical Thinking,
Engagement: Level 1. Get Informed
Mission
To make critical thinking, reason, and ethics accessible to everyone—especially young people—by providing free, beautifully designed resources that teach how to think, not what to think.
Why It Matters
In an age of misinformation, polarization, and rapid information overload, equipping people with tools for clear reasoning and respectful dialogue is essential. These toolkits help build the foundations for better civic understanding, inclusive dialogue, and more informed decision-making.
Alignment with The Change Lab
The toolkits align with Civic Literacy, Storytelling & Narrative, and Bridging Across Difference pathways by:
Teaching how to engage with diverse perspectives.
Promoting media literacy, ethical thinking, and sound argumentation.
Empowering individuals to contribute meaningfully to civic life.
Key Toolkits
1. Critical Thinking Toolkit
Definitions, concepts, and guides to cognitive biases and logical fallacies.
Includes visual aids and classroom materials.
2. Argument Mapping Toolkit
Visual templates and exercises to help organize thoughts, clarify logic, and structure better arguments.
3. Ethics Toolkit
Introduces basic moral theories and ethical reasoning frameworks.
Includes case studies and discussion prompts.
Licensing
All toolkits are free and open source under Creative Commons (CC-BY-SA 4.0).
Strategic Alignment
🏛 Civic Literacy & Engagement
🧠 Critical Thinking & Media Literacy
🧰 Education & Learning Tools
🤝 Bridging Across Difference
📢 Public Discourse & Ethics
Keywords
media literacy, critical thinking, disinformation, public discourse, education reform, civic education, fact-checking, logic, fallacies, cognitive bias, digital citizenship, ethics, curriculum tools, nonprofit education
