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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 (147), sociology (24)
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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.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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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 (102), electricity (62), genetics (81), medieval (33), scientific method (48), scientists (63)
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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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6 to 12
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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 (185), oceans (149), 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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Father's Day Lessons - Education World
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K to 12
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Education World offers language arts, social studies, and art activities that applaud the contributions of guys who enrich the lives of children--their dads! These lessons can be created...more
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Education World offers language arts, social studies, and art activities that applaud the contributions of guys who enrich the lives of children--their dads! These lessons can be created for important people in a child's life without a father figure. Examples include a grandfather, mother, or other adult. There are five suggested activities/lessons with little prep and maximum sentimental value.
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tag(s): crafts (57), fathers day (12), holidays (181), letter writing (19)
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Lesson plan activities include Father Knows Best (write gratitude letters), Dad's "Magnetic" Personality (make a magnet with the name of a caregiver), Father Time (make a memory book), Father's Day Windchimes (make windchimes), This is Your Life (three activities- a family tree, interview a family member, and share childhood treasures).Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Gigafact - Gigafact - Contributors
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6 to 12
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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 (107)
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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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Dinosaurs: Activities and Lesson Plans - American Museum of Natural History
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1 to 12
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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 (41), fossils (41), geologic time (11), paleontology (29), timelines (54)
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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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Lesson Plan: Tournament of Presidents - C-Span Classroom
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6 to 12
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This lesson plan uses bracketology (think NCAA tournaments) as a lesson plan in which students evaluate United States presidents using C-SPAN's 2021 Historians Survey of President Leadership....more
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This lesson plan uses bracketology (think NCAA tournaments) as a lesson plan in which students evaluate United States presidents using C-SPAN's 2021 Historians Survey of President Leadership. Materials include a downloadable Presidential Madness Bracket, the C-Span Historians Survey, and American Presidents Life Portraits. The culmination of the activity asks students to write an op-ed for a local paper that discusses their choice of the best president. Additional extension activities are also included.
tag(s): debate (42), elections (81), presidents (135)
In the Classroom
Engage students in learning about presidents and their contributions to history by participating in this lesson, encouraging them to think critically and participate in collaborative activities. Incorporate the project-based learning suggestion as an introduction to this activity; learn more about project-based learning by visiting the TeachersFirst Special Topics Page: Project-Based Learning, reviewed here. If students are new to debate, visit GenAI Chatbot Prompt Library for Educators, reviewed here and use the search bar to find prompts to generate questions to help students learn how to debate successfully.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Famous Presidential Speeches - University of Virginia Miller Center
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6 to 12
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Visit this site to find transcripts of important speeches from all United States presidents. If available, some speeches include audio and video recordings. Find speeches in two ways...more
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Visit this site to find transcripts of important speeches from all United States presidents. If available, some speeches include audio and video recordings. Find speeches in two ways - first, click on the name of any president to view a list of available speeches, or use the search bar to find the name of a specific speech or keyword in a speech. Click on the speech name to access transcripts and available recordings. Use the embed code to include recordings on a website or download the video or audio to your device.
tag(s): franklin (12), lincoln (65), presidents (135), speeches (22), washington (28)
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Use this site to learn more about United States presidents and their important speeches and compare the topics of speeches to critical historical events. Engage students in learning using Humy, reviewed here to find or create interactive chatbots with presidents. Ask students to participate in conversations with "presidents" and ask about the motivation for the speech, why it was necessary during its time, and how the "president" feels that US citizens received it. Extend student learning by asking them to write a speech they would give as president and share their ideas using Canva Docs, reviewed here. Include videos, images, infographics, and more in Canva Docs to create engaging and interactive documents.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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TeacherServer AI Tools - TeacherServer
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K to 12
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Staying current with the latest AI tools is time-consuming, and choosing appropriate tools becomes difficult when there are so many available options. TeacherServer is your hub for...more
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Staying current with the latest AI tools is time-consuming, and choosing appropriate tools becomes difficult when there are so many available options. TeacherServer is your hub for finding and using AI tools that save time and increase efficiency. Create a free account to begin using TeacherServer, then explore content by selecting from categories that include general resources, content area tools, and professional topics such as leadership and tools to use with parents. Each category contains dozens of tools, such as lesson plan generators, standards navigators, and assessment generators. After selecting a tool to describe grade level and objectives, fill in the form and add personalized instructions if desired. Copy the results, add them to a Word or Google document, or save them to your TeacherServer account. Save your favorite tools to find and access them easily from your account dashboard.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (148), professional development (406), Teacher Utilities (159)
In the Classroom
Bookmark and save TeacherServer as a helpful tool for increasing productivity and efficiency in any classroom. Generate and edit lesson plans, use other tools to differentiate learning for students with different ability levels or abilities, or provide choices for students to share their learning. Include ideas from the parent section to share ideas for supporting students at home, write professional emails, and provide customized strategies for many different student needs.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Recognize Veterans Day: Lessons and Activities for Your Classroom - Congressional Medal of Honor Society
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3 to 12
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The Congressional Medal of Honor Society presents the Veterans Day Lesson Plans connected to their Medal of Honor Character Development Program. Scrolling down the page, you will find...more
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The Congressional Medal of Honor Society presents the Veterans Day Lesson Plans connected to their Medal of Honor Character Development Program. Scrolling down the page, you will find three lessons for Middle and High School students, plus several lower and upper elementary lessons to use in your classroom. On the top menu of this page, you will see a tab For Educators. Clicking that will bring up a drop-down menu with an Overview, Lessons, Training, Webinars, Resources, and Path to Honor. The lessons are grouped by Elementary and Secondary. Scroll down the page and find a link for a book list for elementary students and a link for the 12 Dear Young Americans lesson plans and the video.
tag(s): character education (77), veterans (29)
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There is so much to discover here that you need to plan some time to choose the lesson(s) that are just right for your class. Start with the grade-level lessons to narrow down your search. As you become familiar with the site, consider incorporating lessons and activities from other parts of the site.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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2023 Veterans Day Teacher Resource Guide - US Department of Veterans Affairs
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1 to 12
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The "2023 Veterans Day Teachers Guide" is a guide from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs filled with resources for educators. It helps teachers explain the importance of Veterans...more
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The "2023 Veterans Day Teachers Guide" is a guide from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs filled with resources for educators. It helps teachers explain the importance of Veterans Day through a mix of history, classroom activities, and insights into U.S. military traditions. The guide also provides details on scholarships for veterans' families and outlines the significance of the Medal of Honor. It's designed to make learning about Veterans Day interactive and meaningful for students.
tag(s): holidays (181), veterans (29), world war 1 (78), world war 2 (161)
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Have students conduct Veteran interviews. They can use the information found in the guide to create interview questions. Use a timeline tool like Time Graphics Timeline Maker, reviewed here to create interactive timelines of major U.S. wars. Students can research recipients of the Medal of Honor and create multimedia presentations using Google Slides. This activity engages students in exploring military history, enhances their presentation skills, and extends their knowledge of national heroes.
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World Mythology - Crash Course
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7 to 12
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Step into the world of gods, heroes, and legendary creatures with Crash Course Mythology! This series explores myths from around the globe, breaking down their origins, cultural significance,...more
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Step into the world of gods, heroes, and legendary creatures with Crash Course Mythology! This series explores myths from around the globe, breaking down their origins, cultural significance, and the timeless lessons they offer. From Greek gods to Norse legends, the collection dives deep into how ancient stories shape our understanding of humanity. Perfect for students or anyone intrigued by mythology, this series brings ancient tales to life in an engaging way. 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): myths and legends (24)
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Have students create mythological stories, including gods, heroes, and moral lessons. Use Padlet, reviewed here, and assign students to compare myths from different cultures, identifying common themes and unique cultural elements. Students can act out famous myths to bring ancient stories to life. Analyze mythological symbols and their meanings across different cultures. Encourage students to illustrate a myth or create artwork inspired by mythological themes using Prodia, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Black American History - Crash Course
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6 to 12
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This Crash Course, Black American History, takes an in-depth look at the key events, figures, and movements that shaped Black history in the United States, from slavery and the Civil...more
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This Crash Course, Black American History, takes an in-depth look at the key events, figures, and movements that shaped Black history in the United States, from slavery and the Civil Rights Movement to modern struggles for equality. Each episode brings to life the resilience, innovation, and contributions of Black Americans throughout history. 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): black history (130), great depression (30), harlem (9), martin luther king (45), slavery (78), underground railroad (15)
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Assign students to research and present on influential Americans featured in the series, focusing on their contributions to history. Ask students to create a multimedia final project using Genially, reviewed here to create interactive images and presentations. Have students create a timeline of key events in Black American history, noting social, political, and cultural impacts. Use primary source documents from the Civil Rights Movement and other periods for students to analyze and discuss.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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European History - Crash Course
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9 to 12
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Step into the fascinating world of European history with Crash Course! Crash Course European history takes you on an exciting journey through key events, influential figures, and pivotal...more
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Step into the fascinating world of European history with Crash Course! Crash Course European history takes you on an exciting journey through key events, influential figures, and pivotal moments that shaped Europe from the Middle Ages to modern times. Bring history to life with engaging explanations of complex events, such as the Renaissance, the French Revolution, and World War II. Perfect for students and history buffs alike, this series makes understanding Europe's rich past fun and accessible. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your school blocks YouTube videos, they won't be available in your classroom. Be aware that some of the videos have advertisements at the beginning.
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tag(s): cold war (30), europe (80), industrial revolution (22), renaissance (38)
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Have students create a detailed timeline of significant European events covered in the series using Timeline Infographic Templates, reviewed here. Assign students key historical figures to research and present from a first-person perspective. Students can compare two major events, such as the Renaissance and the Enlightenment, and their influence on modern Europe. Label maps to show changes in European borders over time using MapHub, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: 10 Strategies to Save Time in Assessment - 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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This recording of an OK2Ask online professional learning session is from October 2024. You can register and immediately view the archive of the session.
Join this workshop to discover innovative tech tools and strategies that will streamline your assessment process and provide valuable insights into student learning. Learn how to create quick formative assessments that gather real-time data to inform your instruction. You'll leave this workshop equipped with practical techniques and tools that will help you save time, enhance student engagement, and make data-driven decisions in your classroom. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Identify effective tech tools for creating quick formative assessments. 2. Integrate formative assessment data into instructional planning. 3. Increase student engagement and understanding through effective assessment practices. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Join this workshop to discover innovative tech tools and strategies that will streamline your assessment process and provide valuable insights into student learning. Learn how to create quick formative assessments that gather real-time data to inform your instruction. You'll leave this workshop equipped with practical techniques and tools that will help you save time, enhance student engagement, and make data-driven decisions in your classroom. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Identify effective tech tools for creating quick formative assessments. 2. Integrate formative assessment data into instructional planning. 3. Increase student engagement and understanding through effective assessment practices. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): assessment (150), Formative Assessment (75), professional development (406)
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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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Conquistadors - PBS
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PBS site connected to their series on the Spanish Conquistadors Pizarro, Cortes, Orellana and Cabeza de Vaca. By clicking on a Conuqistadors' name you'll find multi-media presentations,...more
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PBS site connected to their series on the Spanish Conquistadors Pizarro, Cortes, Orellana and Cabeza de Vaca. By clicking on a Conuqistadors' name you'll find multi-media presentations, an interactive timeline, a teaching guide, lesson plans, and PDF worksheets covering each of the American cultures. This site provides good historical background on the conquistadors and would be a great supplement to a unit on early American exploration. While the site certainly suggests that we consider the ethical implications of conquest, it is not heavy handed. Though some of the links have been retired on this site, many are not. There is still enough information to make this site worth a visit for you and your students.
tag(s): aztecs (9), mayans (11), south america (41)
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The information would be great for use for student research. Ask students to choose a Conquistador they would like to learn more about. Then, divide the class into small groups with like interests. Have each group research their Conquistador and create a multimedia presentation using Genially, reviewed here to present their findings to the class. Using Genially allows students to choose the type of tool for the presentation (slide presentations, interactive images, videos, infographics, more).Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Philosophy - Crash Course
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9 to 12
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Crash Course Philosophy is a free digital tool that contains forty-six philosophy videos. This series of videos covers topics such as the origins of philosophy, cosmological arguments,...more
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Crash Course Philosophy is a free digital tool that contains forty-six philosophy videos. This series of videos covers topics such as the origins of philosophy, cosmological arguments, Batman and identity, personal identity, and discrimination. Videos range in length from ten to twelve minutes. This site uses YouTube, and some videos do have advertisements at the start.
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After watching an episode of Philosophy, students can create a video conference on Flock, reviewed here to teach each other about their assigned videos. Share the link to the Flock topic on your class website and newsletter. Students can pick a video and debate the idea(s) in it. Finally, students can debate which is the most influential philosophical idea(s).Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Veterans Day Lesson Plan - PBS
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6 to 12
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This lesson plan is perfect for teaching middle to high school students the importance of Veterans Day. It has a thorough list of activities, including a warm-up activity to provide...more
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This lesson plan is perfect for teaching middle to high school students the importance of Veterans Day. It has a thorough list of activities, including a warm-up activity to provide background information on veterans' experiences during war. It covers the challenges they face after serving, the struggle they face when their benefits are delayed, PTSD, and the difficulties women veterans encounter. The lesson plan is detailed with step-by-step directions and includes video resources and links to helpful websites to enhance the classroom experience. The website uses YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, the videos may not be viewable in your classroom. Be aware that there is some partner advertising on the resource links provided.
tag(s): veterans (29), women (144), world war 1 (78), world war 2 (161)
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Some suggested activities are writing Veterans Day thank you notes or having the class brainstorm the risks and benefits of being a soldier today. Have students choose one of the wars that was featured on the interactive timeline and write three narrative snap shots, including one day in the life of that veteran before, during, and after the war.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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EquIP HQ - United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)
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K to 12
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Brought to you by the United States Patent and Trademark Office, this site features interactive, standards-aligned activities that introduce students to intellectual property (IP)....more
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Brought to you by the United States Patent and Trademark Office, this site features interactive, standards-aligned activities that introduce students to intellectual property (IP). Explore the many activities, go on a patent quest, or find inspiration by watching inventor stories. Most activities include teacher and parent resource guides that include guided questions to enhance the use of features on the site.
tag(s): engineering (126), inventors and inventions (78), STEM (284)
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Take advantage of the many resources on this site to introduce the concept of intellectual property to students of all ages and engage them in learning inventions and inventors. To filter activities by grade level, visit the three-line menu at the top right-hand side of the site and select "Teachers and Family." Choose from different grade levels of K-2, 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12 to find guides, activities, and resources. After interacting with the activities on the site, encourage students to learn more about inventors and the invention process. Visit the TeachersFirst Special Topics, Inventors and Inventions Resources, reviewed here to find additional resources.
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Connected Papers - ConnectedPapers.com
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K to 12
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Connected Papers generates visual graphs of connected and similar papers based on your search queries. Begin with a search for a topic or use the name of a paper to ...more
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Connected Papers generates visual graphs of connected and similar papers based on your search queries. Begin with a search for a topic or use the name of a paper to find academic research papers, select a title that fits your criteria, and then select a paper to build your graph. Create a graph with links to scholarly papers relating to your topic and clickable links to view the documents. Free accounts allow members to create five monthly graphs.
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Share this site with high school students to find academic papers related to their current research projects or use this tool as a professional aid to research current teaching practices. If citing research found when using Connecting Papers, use MyBib, reviewed here to create citations in many different formats.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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