Kialo edu: A Tool to Promote Critical Thinking

03/29/2025

What is Kialo edu?

Kialo Edu is a free online platform facilitating structured debates and discussions in educational settings. It allows learners to map arguments for and against a given topic visually, helping them develop critical thinking, argumentation, and collaboration skills.  

Kialo edu- In action

Key Features

  1. Structured Argument Mapping – Visually clear pro and con arguments.
  2. Collaborative Discussions – Instructors can enable rating arguments and making comments on them.
  3. Private and Secure – Allows educators to create private discussions for classroom use.
  4. Customizable Topics – Supports debates across various subjects and educational levels.
  5. Educator Tools – Includes moderation features, student progress tracking, and assessment options.
  6. User-Friendly Interface – Simplifies navigation and argument structuring for students.
  7. Multimedia Support – Allows integration of text, links, and media to support arguments.

Video

Here is a short Youtube video demonstrating how I used Kialo edu in my classes.

Overall, Kialo edu is a valuable resource. I would greatly appreciate everyone's input on Kialo edu. Can it be used in different ways? 

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