THINK-IT

A simple, six-step framework empowering independent, critical & creative thinking across all learning areas.

Australian curriculum-aligned. Prep - 12. Research-backed. Simple. Powerful.

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The 6 THINK-IT Steps

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A repeatable, circular process that makes independent thinking simple, structured, and teachable.

1. What is it? Understand the concept.

2. What does it do? Explore purpose.

3. Zoom on 3 parts Break it down.

4. Explore them more Analyse deeply.

5. You decide Evaluate, justify.

6. Fix, repurpose, innovate Create, refine.

One process. Every subject. Every learner.

Why THINK-IT

Critical and Creative Thinking isn’t a box to tick. It’s a lifelong skill that underpins academic success and social capability.

THINK-IT turns this Australian Curriculum priority into classroom practice through one flexible, repeatable process that makes deep thinking:

  • Visible – students can see how and why they’re thinking

  • Measurable – teachers can track growth and understanding

  • Transferable – skills apply across subjects and beyond school

Its simple structure supports every student to think independently — analysing ideas, questioning assumptions, and communicating their understanding with confidence.

How Cognitive Verbs and Thinking Tools Fit

THINK-IT reduces cognitive load by organising the ACv9 Critical and Creative Thinking Capability into six clear, repeatable steps.

Cognitive verbs and visible thinking tools are no longer add-ons — students see exactly when, why and how to use each one within a single, practical process.

Why this matters:

  • Teachers and students share one clear language of thinking

  • The right thinking tool is used at the right step

  • Learning tasks fit within a visible process — no guesswork

  • Ideas and innovation flow across every subject

  • Clear scaffolding for assessments and evidence of learning

One process. Every subject. Clear thinking.

THINK-IT in Primary School

THINK‑IT turns every lesson into a clear, repeatable pattern students enjoy. Teachers can plan and assess using one structure that builds consistent thinking skills year after year. Explore primary examples:

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One process. Every subject. From understanding to deep insight.

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THINK-IT in High School

THINK‑IT delivers seamless P–12 continuity, enabling students to produce deeper, well‑reasoned responses with clarity and confidence. Explore secondary examples:

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One process. Every subject. Driving critical thinking and innovation.

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A Clear Path to Independence and Results

THINK‑IT turns “What now?” into “I know my next step” — building autonomy through structured, ACv9-aligned thinking.

Students:

  • Own tasks, reducing teacher dependency.

  • Analyse evidence, question assumptions.

  • Evaluate, innovate, and extend ideas.

  • Sequence thoughts for top-band responses.

Prepares learners for exams and life beyond school.

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How THINK-IT Transforms Learning

  • For Students

    • Builds mastery of essential cognitive verbs — the language of top‑band success.
    • Encourages curiosity and self‑regulated learning.
    • Calms anxious learners through predictable, clear routines.
    • Fosters deep analysis, reasoning, and innovation.
    • Empowers every student to articulate original thinking with clarity.

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  • For Teachers

    • Embeds ACv9 Critical & Creative Thinking in every lesson and assessment.
    • Integrates cognitive verbs seamlessly — no extra load or separate tools.
    • Provides a shared ‘thinking spine’ for unit, lesson and assessment planning.
    • Builds student independence and agency, reducing teacher dependency.
    • Tracks depth, progress, and verb coverage easily.

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THINK-IT Beyond the Classroom

  • Positive Behaviour

    Adapt steps for behaviour support: "What happened? Why? Who was impacted?" 6 steps build empathy and align with classroom learning.

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  • Family Connection

    Parents ask, “Tough day? Let’s THINK-IT Through.” One language reduces tension, connects parents, and accelerates growth.

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  • Re-engagement

    Predictable steps help every learner return from absences with confidence and belonging.

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THINK‑IT delivers equity, clarity, and measurable critical thinking growth.

Simplest way to start: Download your free Starter Kit today — begin wherever critical thinking is needed most (lessons, assessments, behaviour, or family discussions). One framework transforms teaching, learning, and school life.

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