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Make Connections in Your Classroom
November brings us many opportunities to connect calendar events with lessons and technology. Read all about ways to recognize four unique dates in your class: America Recycles Day, National Day of Listening, and the anniversaries of both the Gettysburg Address and the assassination of JFK.
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This Week at TeachersFirst
We invite you to join us for our next free OK2Ask virtual workshop. We’re also including our gift to you to celebrate American Education Week and information about a unique global collaboration opportunity for your students. Finally, we kindly ask for your input on our weekly poll.
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Tuesday, 11/9, 7 PM ETOK2Ask: Classroom Activities to Promote Computational ThinkingJoin us this Tuesday as we discuss the fundamental tenets of computational thinking—most notably, how this concept combines critical thinking skills with the power of computing to make decisions or find solutions. Learn about tools and collaborate. Plan for the use of computational thinking in the classroom » |
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Use blog posts to learn about many educational topicsAmerican Education WeekIn celebration of American Education Week, the week before Thanksgiving that "celebrates public education and honors the individuals working to ensure that every student receives a quality education," we’re sharing a timely collection of blog posts. Celebrate education, learn new strategies, discover tools, and more » |
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Make global connectionsAcross the World Once a WeekMake connections beyond your classroom and try out this simple, social way for students to learn about the Sustainable Development Goals from students around the world. Your class is presented with one question per week to answer about where you live. |
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Share your thoughts with our communityWeekly PollThis week our poll asks, "What does your school do to recognize American Education Week?" Click to pick your choice and then view the replies of other educators. |
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