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Match Game - EquIPHQ
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6 to 12
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EquIPHQ's card Match Game is an interactive activity designed to test and sharpen your understanding of trademarks, patents, and copyrights. By matching terms with their definitions,...more
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EquIPHQ's card Match Game is an interactive activity designed to test and sharpen your understanding of trademarks, patents, and copyrights. By matching terms with their definitions, you'll engage in a fast-paced challenge that reinforces key concepts. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned learner, this game offers an educational and entertaining experience.
tag(s): game based learning (183), inventors and inventions (77), matching (8)
In the Classroom
Have students search for examples of trademarks, patents, or copyrights in their environment (online or in stores) for an IP Scavenger Hunt and match them to the appropriate term or definition from the game. Students can invent their own product or artwork, design a mock trademark, or apply for a patent, integrating the terms and concepts learned. Ask students to simulate roles such as inventors or lawyers in IP cases, discussing how to protect their creations through patents or copyrights. Have cooperative learning groups create a podcast explaining what they learned using a tool like Podcast Generator, reviewed here.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Promo Zone - EquipHQ
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5 to 12
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EquipHQ's Promo Zone is a creative space for students to craft promotional materials for their inventions. It offers activities that guide students through developing advertisements,...more
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EquipHQ's Promo Zone is a creative space for students to craft promotional materials for their inventions. It offers activities that guide students through developing advertisements, logos, and other branding elements to help market their ideas. Students can effectively explore how to communicate their innovations' value through engaging, hands-on tasks. Whether designing a slogan or creating a commercial, the Promo Zone turns marketing into a fun and educational challenge.
tag(s): advertising (26), inventors and inventions (77)
In the Classroom
Have students design logos and slogans for their inventions, incorporating creativity and persuasive elements. Students can script, film, and edit a short commercial for their prototype, practicing communication and marketing skills. Challenge students to create a multi-format ad campaign, including posters, social media posts, and radio ads. Students can then present their invention, focusing on how they would market it.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Prototype Zone - EquipHQ
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5 to 12
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EquipHQ's Prototype Zone is a dynamic space for innovators to bring their ideas to life. It offers tools and activities to guide participants through the invention process, helping...more
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EquipHQ's Prototype Zone is a dynamic space for innovators to bring their ideas to life. It offers tools and activities to guide participants through the invention process, helping them transform concepts into prototypes. This platform provides resources for brainstorming, designing, and iterating. Explore interactive activities that break down the steps of the invention, from the idea stage to physical model creation.
tag(s): inventors and inventions (77), science fairs (20)
In the Classroom
Have students work in groups to brainstorm everyday problems and propose potential inventions to solve them. Using basic materials (cardboard, tape, etc.), challenge students to create a physical model of their invention. Students can present their prototypes to the class, simulating a patent pitch to highlight their invention's unique features and market potential. Students can keep an innovation journal to document their process from ideation to creation, tracking their thoughts and changes made during prototyping.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Transforming Assessments: Google Forms for Immediate Feedback - TeachersFirst
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This recording of an OK2Ask online professional learning session is from October 2024. You can register and immediately view the archive of the session.
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In this hands-on workshop, educators will learn how to leverage Google Forms to create dynamic, "no-fail" quizzes that provide immediate feedback and built-in remediation. Explore powerful features of Google Forms like branching logic and automated feedback that you can use to design assessments that support all learners. Leave this session equipped with the skills you need to transform your assessment practices, making them more engaging and effective. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Gain foundational skills for creating and customizing Google Forms for educational assessments. 2. Learn to construct quizzes that provide immediate feedback and remediation, helping students learn from mistakes in real time. 3. Explore how to use data from Google Forms to inform instructional decisions and enhance teaching strategies. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
In this hands-on workshop, educators will learn how to leverage Google Forms to create dynamic, "no-fail" quizzes that provide immediate feedback and built-in remediation. Explore powerful features of Google Forms like branching logic and automated feedback that you can use to design assessments that support all learners. Leave this session equipped with the skills you need to transform your assessment practices, making them more engaging and effective. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Gain foundational skills for creating and customizing Google Forms for educational assessments. 2. Learn to construct quizzes that provide immediate feedback and remediation, helping students learn from mistakes in real time. 3. Explore how to use data from Google Forms to inform instructional decisions and enhance teaching strategies. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): feedback (12), Formative Assessment (77), Google (50), professional development (403)
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The archive of this teacher-friendly, hands-on webinar will empower and inspire you to use learning technology in the classroom and for professional productivity. As appropriate, specific classroom examples and ideas have been shared. View the session with a few of your teaching colleagues to find and share new ideas. Find additional information and links to tools at the session resource page. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Engage & Inspire with Simulations - TeachersFirst
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K to 12
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Learn how to integrate learning simulations like Quandry and MissionUS into your classroom! During this engaging session, participants will learn to distinguish between simulations and learning games, explore the unique benefits of each, and discover strategies to inspire and engage students through interactive learning experiences. Whether you're new to educational simulations or looking to deepen your understanding, this free workshop offers valuable insights and practical techniques that will enhance student learning. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Differentiate simulations and learning games, noting their benefits. 2. Integrate simulations to meet learning objectives. 3. Reflect on ways simulations can enhance learning. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Learn how to integrate learning simulations like Quandry and MissionUS into your classroom! During this engaging session, participants will learn to distinguish between simulations and learning games, explore the unique benefits of each, and discover strategies to inspire and engage students through interactive learning experiences. Whether you're new to educational simulations or looking to deepen your understanding, this free workshop offers valuable insights and practical techniques that will enhance student learning. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Differentiate simulations and learning games, noting their benefits. 2. Integrate simulations to meet learning objectives. 3. Reflect on ways simulations can enhance learning. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): professional development (403), simulations (12)
In the Classroom
The archive of this teacher-friendly, hands-on webinar will empower and inspire you to use learning technology in the classroom and for professional productivity. As appropriate, specific classroom examples and ideas have been shared. View the session with a few of your teaching colleagues to find and share new ideas. Find additional information and links to tools at the session resource page. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Access Mars - Google
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5 to 12
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Imagine walking on Mars from the comfort of your own home! With Access Mars, you can explore the surface of the Red Planet just like NASA scientists. This interactive experience ...more
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Imagine walking on Mars from the comfort of your own home! With Access Mars, you can explore the surface of the Red Planet just like NASA scientists. This interactive experience lets you virtually roam around in 3D, seeing authentic images captured by the Curiosity rover. Dive into the Martian landscape, discover ancient craters, and get an up-close look at the planet's fascinating features.
In the Classroom
Have students compare the features of Mars to similar landscapes on Earth (e.g., deserts, volcanoes, canyons). Students can create a side-by-side comparison chart, highlighting key similarities and differences, and present their findings to the class. This could lead to discussions about what makes a planet habitable. Based on the landscape and conditions they observe in Access Mars, have students design an experiment they want to conduct on Mars. They should consider the planet's gravity, temperature, and atmosphere. Students can create a proposal outlining their hypothesis, the materials needed, and the steps they'd take to carry out their experiment. Using Goosechase edu, reviewed here create a scavenger hunt where students must navigate Access Mars to find specific features like craters, rock formations, or the path taken by the Curiosity rover. Provide clues or a checklist, and encourage students to document their findings with screenshots and descriptions. After exploring the Martian surface, have students work in groups to design a human habitat for astronauts. They can use information about the landscape and climate conditions to brainstorm shelter designs, life-support systems, and how they would handle the harsh environment. Students can present their designs as posters or models using Desygner, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Climate & Energy - Crash Course
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6 to 12
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Curious about climate change? The Crash Course, Climate & Energy series, breaks down the science behind our planet's climate crisis, offering insightful lessons on how energy systems...more
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Curious about climate change? The Crash Course, Climate & Energy series, breaks down the science behind our planet's climate crisis, offering insightful lessons on how energy systems and human activity impact the environment. Topics cover renewable energy, natural disasters, and global climate efforts. This series helps viewers understand what's happening and how we can respond. As these videos are hosted on YouTube, if your school does not allow YouTube, this site would not work well for you.
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tag(s): climate (83), climate change (93), energy (131), fossil fuels (10)
In the Classroom
Ask students to create infographics using Piktochart AI Infographic Generator, reviewed here to visually represent climate change causes, effects, and solutions discussed in the video series. Students design a community action plan to reduce carbon emissions using knowledge from the series. Analyze recent news articles on climate change and relate them to the content from the series. Use online climate simulators to let students experiment with policy changes and predict their environmental impacts.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Timeline- Decades of Innovation: 1790-2024 - EquipHQ
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6 to 12
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Curious about the history of intellectual property? EquipHq's Timeline Activity takes you on an engaging journey through key milestones in the development of patents and trademarks....more
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Curious about the history of intellectual property? EquipHq's Timeline Activity takes you on an engaging journey through key milestones in the development of patents and trademarks. With a visually interactive timeline, this resource highlights important legal cases, patents, and the evolution of intellectual property law. It's a fun and educational way for students, educators, and professionals to explore the impact of innovation over time.
tag(s): inventors and inventions (77), timelines (55)
In the Classroom
Students can trace how one type of invention (e.g., communication tools) evolved through patents. Assign students key inventors or legal figures to present on their contributions to intellectual property. Extend learning by having students research and add new events or inventions to a class timeline of intellectual property milestones using Timeline Infographic Templates, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Trademark Zone - EquipHQ
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6 to 12
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Curious about trademarks? The USPTO's Trademark Activity Zone introduces the world of trademarks through interactive learning tools. This resource is designed to help entrepreneurs,...more
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Curious about trademarks? The USPTO's Trademark Activity Zone introduces the world of trademarks through interactive learning tools. This resource is designed to help entrepreneurs, business owners, and students understand the process and importance of trademarks in protecting brands. With engaging activities, quizzes, and videos, the site demystifies complex legal concepts, guiding you and your students step-by-step through how trademarks work and why they matter in the business world.
tag(s): advertising (26), business (52)
In the Classroom
Have students search for trademarks in their environment (e.g., packaging, cars, businesses) during a Trademark Scavenger Hunt using Googsechase edu, reviewed here. Let students design a logo and slogan for an imaginary business, focusing on uniqueness. Analyze real-world examples where trademark laws were violated and discuss outcomes.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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AIMS Center: An Equitable World through Math and Science Education - AIMS Center for Math and Science Education
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K to 8
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The AIMS Center for Math and Science Education promotes engaging, hands-on learning experiences for students and educators, focusing on math and science. Their mission emphasizes playful,...more
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The AIMS Center for Math and Science Education promotes engaging, hands-on learning experiences for students and educators, focusing on math and science. Their mission emphasizes playful, human-centered, and culturally responsive approaches to education, to create equitable opportunities for all learners. Through professional development programs, resources, and innovative projects like their PLAYshops, AIMS helps educators deepen their understanding and improve classroom instruction in meaningful ways. Their commitment to creativity and exploration fosters an environment where teachers and students can thrive. Some of the resource links for the activities are YouTube videos. They aren't necessary to teach the activities, but they are helpful.
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tag(s): collaboration (94), makerspace (43), professional development (403), STEM (287)
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The "Resources" page contains a number of STEM activities that can be used in a classroom. Some of these include Paper Helicopters, STEM Modeling with Clay, Paper Rockets, and Pull-Up Polyhedra.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Sociology - Crash Course
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9 to 12
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Crash Course Sociology is a free digital tool containing thirty-seven sociology videos. The videos answer questions such as what class is, how political institutions change the cultural...more
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Crash Course Sociology is a free digital tool containing thirty-seven sociology videos. The videos answer questions such as what class is, how political institutions change the cultural norms of society, why some societies end up with more unequal outcomes than other societies, and how we have constructed racial and ethnic groups. The videos range in length from ten to twelve minutes. This site uses YouTube and has commercials before some videos.
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tag(s): classification (22), cultures (163), sociology (23)
In the Classroom
After watching an episode of Crash Course Sociology students can show their understanding by debating the issue that was presented in the video. Students can conduct their own research using the concepts/ideas from the videos. Students can research a famous individual who has made an impact in society.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Physics - Crash Course
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Crash Course Physics is a free digital tool that contains forty-six physics videos. The series of videos has topics on motion, electric fields, magnetism, nuclear physics, and more....more
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Crash Course Physics is a free digital tool that contains forty-six physics videos. The series of videos has topics on motion, electric fields, magnetism, nuclear physics, and more. Videos range in length from nine to eleven minutes. This site uses YouTube and has commercials before each video.
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tag(s): electricity (62), magnetism (37), motion (50), nuclear energy (20)
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After watching an episode of Crash Course Physics students can show their understanding by completing a laboratory experiment (if possible) based on what was learned in the video. Students can create an infographic using Free Infographic Maker, reviewed here demonstrating concept(s) taught in the video. Finally, students can flip the classroom by teaching others the information shared in the videos.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Organic Chemistry - Crash Course
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9 to 12
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Crash Course Organic Chemistry is a free digital tool with fifty organic chemistry videos. The series of videos has topics on 3D structure and bonding, acidity, aldehydes and ketones,...more
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Crash Course Organic Chemistry is a free digital tool with fifty organic chemistry videos. The series of videos has topics on 3D structure and bonding, acidity, aldehydes and ketones, penicillin, and more. Videos range in length from twelve to fourteen minutes. This site uses YouTube and has commercials before some of the videos.
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tag(s): acids and bases (8)
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After watching an episode of Crash Course Organic Chemistry, students can show their understanding by completing a laboratory experiment (if possible) based on what was learned in the video. Students can create an infographic with Canva Infographic Maker, reviewed here. Finally, students can flip the classroom by teaching others the information shared in the videos.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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History of Science - Crash Course
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5 to 12
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Crash Course History of Science is a free digital tool with forty-six history of science videos. The series of videos explores the scientific methods by answering and exploring how...more
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Crash Course History of Science is a free digital tool with forty-six history of science videos. The series of videos explores the scientific methods by answering and exploring how big questions get answered. Videos start with scientists including Aristotle and Galileo and span throughout history to explore medieval China, India, Einstein, ecology, gender science, and more. Videos, on average, are approximately twelve minutes. This site uses YouTube and has commercials before each video. Some videos have warnings for graphic violence. If your district blocks YouTube, the videos might not be viewable.
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tag(s): brain (56), computers (110), ecology (101), electricity (62), genetics (81), medieval (33), scientific method (48), scientists (62)
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After watching a of Crash Course History of Science episode, students can create a living museum highlighting famous scientists. Students can research more about the time that each video takes place. Students can debate which scientific "event" was the most important to shaping our world.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Geography - Crash Course
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Crash Course Geography is a free digital tool that contains fifty geography videos. The series is divided into physical geography (above and below the Earth's surface) and human geography...more
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Crash Course Geography is a free digital tool that contains fifty geography videos. The series is divided into physical geography (above and below the Earth's surface) and human geography (how humans occupy the Earth's surface). Geography videos include how oceans circulate, what cyclones are, how rivers shape the landscape, and what holds a country together or tears it apart. Videos range between ten to twelve minutes. This site uses YouTube and has commercials before each video. Some videos share additional sites for further exploration.
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tag(s): countries (73), earth (184), oceans (148), rivers (15)
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After watching an episode of Crash Course Geography, students can create a pamphlet or brochure using Canva Education Templates, reviewed here sharing the information from the video. Additionally, each student can take a video from part 1 of the series (physical geography) and create a summary of their video to be put together into a class book. Finally, after watching a video in part 2 (human geography), students can take a virtual field trip to the area/region in the video.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Biology- Spanish Edition - Crash Course
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7 to 12
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Crash Course Biologia offers engaging, bite-sized video lessons that dive into the fascinating world of biology (in Spanish!). Covering topics like genetics, ecology, and evolutionary...more
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Crash Course Biologia offers engaging, bite-sized video lessons that dive into the fascinating world of biology (in Spanish!). Covering topics like genetics, ecology, and evolutionary processes, the videos explain complex concepts in an easy-to-understand way. Ideal for students, the series provides animated and dynamic content to explore how life functions, evolves and interacts with the environment. Perfect for Spanish speakers, multilingual students, or cross-curricular ties with biology and world language classes. Be aware - some of the videos include short advertisements before they begin. As these videos are hosted on YouTube, if your school does not allow YouTube, this site would not work well for you.
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Assign research projects where students expand on a Crash Course episode, presenting findings with additional information. After watching a lesson on a specific topic (e.g., genetics), enhance learning by having students create concept maps using Circlyapp, reviewed here to visualize relationships between ideas. Have students watch a Crash Course video and write a reflection or summary of key points. Follow this with a class discussion to reinforce understanding.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Biology - Crash Course
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Dive into the fascinating world of biology with Crash Course Biology! This engaging series covers everything from the building blocks of life to complex ecosystems and evolutionary...more
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Dive into the fascinating world of biology with Crash Course Biology! This engaging series covers everything from the building blocks of life to complex ecosystems and evolutionary biology. Whether you're curious about genetics, cell function, or biodiversity, these easy-to-follow videos make learning fun and insightful. The videos are perfect for students and lifelong learners looking to unravel the mysteries of living organisms. This course is also available in Spanish. Some of the videos include short advertisements before they begin. These videos are hosted on YouTube, if your school does not allow YouTube, this site would not work well for you.
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tag(s): cells (83), dna (43), ecology (101), evolution (88), genetics (81), meiosis (8), mitosis (9), photosynthesis (21), scientific method (48), species (16)
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Use online simulations to perform biology experiments on cell division, ecosystems, or genetics, allowing students to manipulate variables and observe outcomes. Assign students different biology topics (e.g., DNA structure, evolution) from Crash Course videos. They become "experts" and teach their peers. Students design and present a biome, incorporating species, climate, and adaptations knowledge. Set up stations with video clips, interactive quizzes, and hands-on activities for students to rotate through, deepening their understanding of complex topics.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Gigafact - Gigafact - Contributors
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Gigafact's fact briefs offer rich opportunities for classroom engagement and digital citizenship development. Students can analyze the structured format of the fact briefs, including...more
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Gigafact's fact briefs offer rich opportunities for classroom engagement and digital citizenship development. Students can analyze the structured format of the fact briefs, including the question-and-answer breakdown and linked social media posts, to understand how information is presented and verified. Topics include Democracy and Elections, Economy, Justice, Education, Immigration, and more. These briefs can serve as case studies in media literacy lessons, prompting discussions on critical thinking, source evaluation, and responsible sharing online. Classroom debates and collaborative discussions based on fact briefs encourage students to engage in respectful discourse while honing their fact-checking skills. By integrating Gigafact's resources, educators can empower students to become informed digital citizens who critically evaluate information, engage in civil online conversations, and promote responsible sharing practices.
tag(s): media literacy (108)
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Introduce your class to Gigafact on your interactive whiteboard or with a projector by showing them the listings under one of the "hot" topics from the top menu bar. At the time of this review, Democracy and Elections and Immigration are "hot" topics. Have small groups use RumorGuard, reviewed here to double-check the facts presented by Gigafacts.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Patent Quest - EquipHQ
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5 to 12
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Discover the exciting world of patents with Patent Quest, an interactive activity designed to help students explore how inventors protect their creations. Guided by fun challenges and...more
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Discover the exciting world of patents with Patent Quest, an interactive activity designed to help students explore how inventors protect their creations. Guided by fun challenges and quests, learners dive into the patent process, exploring real-life innovations and developing critical thinking skills. This hands-on experience brings intellectual property concepts to life, making it engaging and accessible for all ages.
tag(s): digital citizenship (89), inventors and inventions (77), investing (8)
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Students explore existing patents in their area of interest, analyze how innovations have evolved, and present their findings. Have students brainstorm everyday problems and create an invention to solve them. They sketch, name, and write a short description of their invention, simulating the patent process.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Dinosaurs: Activities and Lesson Plans - American Museum of Natural History
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Step into the prehistoric world with the American Museum of Natural History's dynamic collection of dinosaur-themed activities and lesson plans! Perfect for educators, this resource...more
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Step into the prehistoric world with the American Museum of Natural History's dynamic collection of dinosaur-themed activities and lesson plans! Perfect for educators, this resource offers engaging, hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and deepen understanding of Earth's ancient giants. From fossil exploration to dinosaur behavior, the materials align with curriculum standards and foster active learning in classrooms of all levels. Embark on a journey that brings science to life with these exciting educational tools.
tag(s): dinosaurs (42), fossils (41), geologic time (11), paleontology (29), timelines (55)
In the Classroom
Create a sandbox fossil dig using small dinosaur models, letting students act as paleontologists. Enhance learning by having students design trading cards with dinosaur facts using Trading Card Creator, reviewed here and trade with classmates. Build a collaborative timeline highlighting significant events. Have students craft dioramas to represent the environments where dinosaurs lived.
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