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We Are Here - SmithsonianAPA
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4 to 12
This digital exhibit from the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center (APAC) is an interactive platform highlighting the diverse histories, cultures, and contributions of Asian American...more
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This digital exhibit from the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center (APAC) is an interactive platform highlighting the diverse histories, cultures, and contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities. The exhibit provides an immersive learning experience that fosters understanding and appreciation of AAPI experiences through multimedia storytelling, artwork, historical artifacts, and personal narratives. Educators can use this resource to engage students in discussions about identity, resilience, and cultural heritage while integrating primary sources and creative expressions into their lessons. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): artists (88), asia (125), authors (108), cultures (211), famous people (25), japan (61), japanese (54), multimedia (55), scientists (71)
In the Classroom
Have students illustrate an important moment in Asian American history, write a poem reflecting on identity and resilience, or ask them to research another cultural or historical movement that aligns with the themes in We Are Here (ex., the Civil Rights Movement, Indigenous history, or immigrant experiences). They can create a Venn diagram using Venn Diagram Creator reviewed here or infographic using Timeline Infographic Templates, reviewed here.Mind and Movement - Let's Learn
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K to 3Let's Learn Mind and Movement provides free, engaging videos that encourage children to stay active and practice mindfulness through "Let's Move" and "Let's Be Mindful" segments. Perfect...more
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Let's Learn Mind and Movement provides free, engaging videos that encourage children to stay active and practice mindfulness through "Let's Move" and "Let's Be Mindful" segments. Perfect for brain breaks or transitions, these short videos--ranging from 1 to 10 minutes--help support physical wellness and emotional regulation. Educators can sort content by themes such as Transformation, Feelings, My Five Senses, Animals, Plants, Colors, and more, making it easy to integrate movement and mindfulness into daily routines.
tag(s): emotions (52), social and emotional learning (109)
In the Classroom
Students can use Book Creator reviewed here to create a book about their feelings. Students can use WordClouds reviewed here to generate synonyms for feeling words.3 Fast, Free Lesson Plans to Fight Fake News - The Cool Cat Teacher
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2 to 12The Cool Cat Teacher features three fast, free lesson plans to fight fake news. The lesson ideas include Breaking News Bellringer, Viral Video News Story, and To Share or Not ...more
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The Cool Cat Teacher features three fast, free lesson plans to fight fake news. The lesson ideas include Breaking News Bellringer, Viral Video News Story, and To Share or Not to Share. Each lesson has an example as a reference.
tag(s): character education (81), digital citizenship (89), digital literacy (9)
In the Classroom
Students can create a Breaking News Bellringer, Video News Story, and Share or Not to Share post by using Canva Edu, reviewed here. Students can create a public service announcement about fake news using Free Screen Recorder Online, reviewed here. Finally, students can use Padlet, reviewed here to share their ideas for fake news stories.CTRL-F's Fact-Checking Tools -- Video 2: Looking up Claims and Website Owners - CTRL-F's Fact-Checking Tools -- Video 2: Looking up Claims and W
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4 to 12CTRL-F's Fact-Checking Tools -- Video 2: Looking up Claims and Website Owners is a three-minute YouTube video. It features information on how to investigate websites and their owners....more
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CTRL-F's Fact-Checking Tools -- Video 2: Looking up Claims and Website Owners is a three-minute YouTube video. It features information on how to investigate websites and their owners. It shares tips and tricks to use, a website to find out the owners of websites, and other websites associated with them.
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tag(s): digital citizenship (89), digital literacy (9)
In the Classroom
Students can use the tips and tricks to evaluate websites. They can use Padlet, reviewed here to share the websites and evaluation. Students can use Adobe Podcast reviewed here to create public service announcements about the dangers of fake websites. Students can use Figma, reviewed here to compare and contrast websites.Charm Words - Charm Words
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K to 12Charm Words is a daily affirmations podcast for children of diverse backgrounds that inspires and brings self-worth at the start and end of the day. Help your students deal with ...more
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Charm Words is a daily affirmations podcast for children of diverse backgrounds that inspires and brings self-worth at the start and end of the day. Help your students deal with feelings of emotional distress while learning new self-care abilities. Episodes include I Have Endless Strength, I Can Say 'No' to Protect Myself, I Have Good Qualities, I Am Important, and more. On average, podcasts are two to five minutes in length. Access the episodes via iHeart Radio, TuneIn, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.
tag(s): character education (81), podcasts (114), social and emotional learning (109)
In the Classroom
Students can use Miro, reviewed here to post how their feelings/emotions have changed after listening to a podcast. Students can use WordClouds, reviewed here to create word clouds regarding feeling/emotion words. Finally, students can use Seesaw, reviewed here as a journal for daily reflection.WorldReader - WorldReader
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K to 12WorldReader is a free website that contains digital books. The themes of the books include African Books in local languages, climate and environmental awareness, CreceLee Spanish collection,...more
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WorldReader is a free website that contains digital books. The themes of the books include African Books in local languages, climate and environmental awareness, CreceLee Spanish collection, DEI and social justice, gender equity, rapid response Ukrainian collection, social emotional learning, sports and health, STEM/STEAM, WorldReader originals, young changemaker collection, and more. Books can be translated into Spanish and Ukrainian. Some books have an activity before reading. The site allows you to search based on age range.
tag(s): book lists (167), cultures (211), digital reading (18)
In the Classroom
World Reader can be used in the classroom to allow students the opportunity to read books. Students can answer comprehension questions after reading the books. Finally, ask students to share what they learned about different cultures using lino, reviewed here and/or research more about the culture.Sesame Street - Sesame Street
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K to 1Sesame Street is an engaging site that contains links to games, videos, art, and muppets. In the games section of the website, students can learn how to play memory and ...more
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Sesame Street is an engaging site that contains links to games, videos, art, and muppets. In the games section of the website, students can learn how to play memory and their ABCs, remember where an object is, and learn how to use the potty. The videos section includes a morning routine, ABC song, kindness, and raise your hand. Children can create a pizza, birthday cake, caterpillar, and window in the art section. In the muppet section, children can explore the various muppets' living areas. Some sections require a sign-in with a free account.
tag(s): alphabet (53), back to school (55), behavior (43), preK (286)
In the Classroom
In the classroom, teachers can share various videos with the students on a whiteboard. In the games and art section, teachers can have the students engage in the games or art on individual devices or at a computer learning station.Shakespeare: Full Circle - NPR
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9 to 12Dive into Shakespeare with NPR's Shakespeare: Full Circle, a podcast that unpacks the timeless works through modern lenses. Perfect for educators looking to enliven their classroom...more
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Dive into Shakespeare with NPR's Shakespeare: Full Circle, a podcast that unpacks the timeless works through modern lenses. Perfect for educators looking to enliven their classroom discussions, this series explores themes, characters, and plots in a way that resonates with today's students. From the famous soliloquies to the nuances of Shakespeare's lesser-known plays, this podcast offers valuable insights and fresh perspectives for teaching classic literature.
tag(s): characterization (19), plot (15), shakespeare (99), themes (16)
In the Classroom
Break students into groups, assign podcast episodes, and have them discuss how modern themes from the episodes relate to their understanding of Shakespeare's works. Students could choose a character from the podcast episodes and debate their motives, actions, and relevance in today's society. Students could also rewrite and perform a famous Shakespeare scene, incorporating contemporary language and references from the podcast.Safer Schools Through Proven Prevention Programs - Sandy Hook Promise
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K to 12Sandy Hook Promise offers proven, evidence-based programs like Start With Hello and Say Something that teach students to recognize warning signs of potential violence,...more
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Sandy Hook Promise offers proven, evidence-based programs like Start With Hello and Say Something that teach students to recognize warning signs of potential violence, reduce social isolation, and promote inclusivity. This is an excellent resource for teachers looking to create safer, more connected classrooms. These flexible, easy-to-implement resources empower educators and students to prevent violence and support mental health, fostering a culture of kindness and safety.
tag(s): mental health (50), school violence (10), social skills (22)
In the Classroom
Have your students make a Kindness Wall where they write messages of kindness or inclusive gestures they've made, promoting connection and empathy. Students can act out different ways to handle conflict or social isolation. Students can also explore scenarios in small groups, identifying potential warning signs of violence and discussing appropriate responses.TeachRock - Rock and Roll Forever Foundation
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K to 12Rock your lessons using popular music and pop culture to engage students. The standards-aligned lessons provide interdisciplinary connections using music as the starting point for in-depth...more
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Rock your lessons using popular music and pop culture to engage students. The standards-aligned lessons provide interdisciplinary connections using music as the starting point for in-depth explorations and guided activities. Use the search feature to find lessons and collections sorted by subject, music genre, type of activity, and topic. Subjects range from Civics to CTE to STEAM to Art/Design and many others. Each lesson begins with an essential question and includes procedures, student handouts, and videos.
tag(s): artists (88), cross cultural understanding (176), dance (33), empathy (36), jazz (17), musical instruments (54), social and emotional learning (109), sociology (23), STEM (306)
In the Classroom
Take advantage of these free lessons to find standards-based lessons and activities for many content areas. Encourage students to find additional examples of connections to history (or another subject) made with pop music and pop culture. Use Padlet, reviewed here to curate and share ideas and resources. Add your own resources to create interactive presentations using NearPod, reviewed here or Pear Deck, reviewed here. Include videos, animations, quizzes, and more as part of your presentation. Extend student learning by asking them to create podcasts using Buzzsprout, reviewed here to tell the story of how music and pop culture influenced different historical events.
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U-Report - UNICEF
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6 to 12Voices of Youth is UNICEF's digital community where young people can share opinions and discuss topics that are important to them. Students participate by submitting posts sharing their...more
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Voices of Youth is UNICEF's digital community where young people can share opinions and discuss topics that are important to them. Students participate by submitting posts sharing their views on environmental, health, and social issues. Because the site is all about supporting students as changemakers through storytelling, blogging, filming, and interviewing, it includes a resource section that shares tools to improve multimedia, communication, and advocacy skills.
tag(s): disabilities (32), environment (252), hiv/aids (15), inequalities (25), mental health (50), school violence (10), sustainability (51)
In the Classroom
This site is an excellent resource to bookmark and use throughout the year when discussing current events, specific countries or geographic areas, or for non-fiction reading. Find informational texts that matter to your students. Spark informational writing, as well. Allow students to browse the site to find interesting articles. Have students enhance their learning by creating magazine covers of information on this site using Magazine Cover Maker, reviewed here. Elevate learning by challenging students to create a newspaper article using articles on this site as a model using the Newspaper Clipping Generator, reviewed here. World language teachers will find this useful when viewing articles in French or Spanish to practice translation skills. If you have a blended learning classroom or are teaching remotely, you may want to try adding the reading to Fiskkit, reviewed here to annotate and analyze text and measure reading activity through sharing and commenting on texts.Teaching Children About Rosh Hashanah - KidsKonnect
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K to 5KidsKonnect shares helpful information and resources for teaching Rosh Hashanah to young children. It begins with advice on providing experiences rather than teaching history that includes...more
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KidsKonnect shares helpful information and resources for teaching Rosh Hashanah to young children. It begins with advice on providing experiences rather than teaching history that includes abstract ideas. Additional information includes a short list of book recommendations based on grade levels and downloadable sample worksheets. Recommended activities include writing a self-reflection letter, creating holiday cards, and a traditional celebration of dipping apples in honey.
tag(s): cross cultural understanding (176), holidays (194), jews (50), religions (112), rosh hashanah (13)
In the Classroom
Add this to your teaching resources when teaching about religions, cross-cultural understanding, or holidays. Use Padlet, reviewed here or Wakelet, reviewed here to organize your resources by topic. Access to this site's worksheets is only available to paid members; however, many free AI tools, such as Diffit, reviewed here and Eduaide, reviewed here make it easy to create learning activities that engage students in learning and critical thinking. Extend student learning by asking students to create animated videos that explain Rosh Hashanah using Adobe Express Animate from Audio, reviewed here.Rosh Hoshanah - Rosenfeld Community of Practice
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K to 12Rosenfeld Community of Practices offers this resource site to teach students about Rosh Hoshanah and Yom Kippur. The site includes videos, songs, books, lesson plans, and much more....more
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Rosenfeld Community of Practices offers this resource site to teach students about Rosh Hoshanah and Yom Kippur. The site includes videos, songs, books, lesson plans, and much more. Each lesson plan includes teaching instructions, incorporating Jewish values, teaching materials, and extension activities. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): cross cultural understanding (176), cultures (211), holidays (194), religions (112), rosh hashanah (13), yom kippur (15)
In the Classroom
Use book suggestions and videos from this site in lessons on Judaism, cross-cultural understanding, or holidays. Engage students in learning about Rosh Hashanah by asking students and family members to share their family's observations of Jewish holidays. Use AI tools such as MagicSchool, reviewed here to enhance learning. For example, use MagicSchool's conceptual understanding tool to generate ideas with classroom activities that help students understand this observance and how it ties to their current knowledge base or use the tool that shares common misconceptions about a topic and how to address them. Extend learning by asking students to share their understanding using Snorkl, reviewed here. Create a Snorkl topic board that asks students to share information about Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, then Snorkl provides instant, personalized feedback to student responses.Life Skills- SEL Standards - St. Croix River Education District
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K to 12Unlock the power of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) in your classroom with resources from the SCRED SEL website. Designed to support teachers at every grade level, this site offers...more
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Unlock the power of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) in your classroom with resources from the SCRED SEL website. Designed to support teachers at every grade level, this site offers a wide range of tools, strategies, and curricula-like Be Good People reviewed here -to help students develop critical life skills such as self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decision-making. Whether you're just beginning your SEL journey or looking to deepen your practice, this website provides everything you need to create a supportive, emotionally intelligent classroom that promotes academic and social student success. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
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tag(s): child development (24), emotions (52), empathy (36), social and emotional learning (109)
In the Classroom
Create a fun and interactive game where students act out different emotions without speaking while their classmates guess the emotion. Organize a class project where students identify a need in their community and work together to address it, such as a food drive or a park cleanup. Ask students to create a collage that represents their values and what being a "good person" means to them. They can use magazine cutouts, drawings, or digital tools such as PhotoCollage, reviewed here.Rosh Hashanah - PJ Library
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K to 6This resource shared by PJ Library offers many ideas for learning and teaching about Rosh Hashanah. Complete a short form to download a free family guide in several languages and ...more
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This resource shared by PJ Library offers many ideas for learning and teaching about Rosh Hashanah. Complete a short form to download a free family guide in several languages and receive free monthly Jewish storybooks. Read blog posts that share activities for children and families to celebrate the High Holidays, visit links to discover crafts and activity ideas, listen to a podcast, or find kid-pleasing recipes to make at home or school.
tag(s): cross cultural understanding (176), cultures (211), holidays (194), jews (50), rosh hashanah (13), yom kippur (15)
In the Classroom
Include this site with your resources when teaching about holidays, cross-cultural understanding, or religious observations. Consider using an organizational tool such as Wakelet, reviewed here to save your resources or share resources with students. Use the podcast found on this site, "Why do we eat pomegranates on Rosh Hashanah?" to enhance student's understanding of cultural traditions by asking them to create a podcast that explores traditional foods eaten on their favorite holiday. Ask students to use Canva Storyboard Templates, reviewed here to plan their podcast, then record the podcast using a free podcast creation tool such as Acast, reviewed here or Spotify for Broadcasters, reviewed here.Life Skills: Be Good People - St. Croix River Education District
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K to 12Empower your classroom with the Be Good People curriculum, a comprehensive social-emotional learning (SEL) resource designed to foster positive relationships, empathy, and responsible...more
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Empower your classroom with the Be Good People curriculum, a comprehensive social-emotional learning (SEL) resource designed to foster positive relationships, empathy, and responsible decision-making. Perfect for educators aiming to create a supportive and inclusive environment, this curriculum offers practical, easy-to-implement lessons that build students' emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
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tag(s): child development (24), emotions (52), empathy (36), social and emotional learning (109)
In the Classroom
Have students role-play scenarios from the curriculum that require showing empathy and understanding. Create a weekly "Kindness Challenge" where students perform acts of kindness in the classroom or at home. Hold regular classroom circle discussions where students can share their thoughts or experiences based on SEL topics. Have students work together to create a class charter or set of norms for a positive learning environment, incorporating SEL principles such as respect, responsibility, and inclusivity.Recognize Veterans Day: Lessons and Activities for Your Classroom - Congressional Medal of Honor Society
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3 to 12The 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 (81), veterans (27)
In the Classroom
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.The Crash Course - Crash Course
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4 to 12The Crash Course has over 45 videos on topics ranging from Anatomy to Zoology, Artificial Intelligence to Outbreak Science. There are the more common topics one might want to learn...more
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The Crash Course has over 45 videos on topics ranging from Anatomy to Zoology, Artificial Intelligence to Outbreak Science. There are the more common topics one might want to learn about, like Ecology, Films, Geography, and much more. All videos are free to watch. Each video also includes a short description (some with lesson stem ideas). Crash Course videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district/school blocks YouTube, they may not be viewable. The good news for teachers whose schools block YouTube is that you can download the video if you fill out a form. Go to the Download tab from the top menu, select Students & Teachers, scroll down the page, and follow the directions.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (186), black history (135), branches of government (65), business (53), climate (85), computers (109), copyright (43), ecology (103), energy (133), engineering (137), human body (91), literature (221), media literacy (109), myths and legends (41), plants (147), politics (118), space (220), statistics (121), video (267), zoology (18)
In the Classroom
Introduce this site on your interactive whiteboard or with a projector. The site is excellent for introductory material on any topic you're starting and for giving students some background knowledge. Use Acclaim, reviewed here to organize and annotate the videos you plan to use. Crash Course is also great for your early finishers. Allow them to choose a topic they want to investigate or know more about.Microsoft Reflect - Microsoft
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K to 12Reflect is a well-being app that uses check-ins to support connections in learning communities and promote a culture of self-awareness and empathy. Reflect is built into Teams education...more
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Reflect is a well-being app that uses check-ins to support connections in learning communities and promote a culture of self-awareness and empathy. Reflect is built into Teams education accounts and requires signing in with a valid school account to use within Google Classroom, Canvas, and other Learning Management Systems. Some available activities include brain breaks, guided meditation, and 2-minute stretching routines.
tag(s): classroom management (119), communication (130), social and emotional learning (109), Teacher Utilities (203)
In the Classroom
Use Reflect as part of your classroom social and emotional support activities. For elementary classrooms, include daily check-ins, provide learning opportunities to encourage the use of emotional vocabulary, and incorporate reflections as part of discussions of characters and their emotions when reading stories and books. In middle school, include Reflect as part of weekly check-ins for emotional support, facilitate group discussions based upon feedback from check-ins, or use Reflect's tools to encourage students to set personal and academic goals. Use Reflect with high school students to promote mental health awareness and provide tools for stress management.MirrorTalk - Swivl
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K to 12MirrorTalk uses AI as a partner to create and share meaningful opportunities for cognitive and emotional reflection in any classroom. It is also an assessment tool that can help develop...more
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MirrorTalk uses AI as a partner to create and share meaningful opportunities for cognitive and emotional reflection in any classroom. It is also an assessment tool that can help develop continuing learning growth. The AI features thoughtful questions that guide participants through a reflective process using personalized prompts. After creating an account, create a group by adding a group name and grade level, and define how students access the activity. Access options include student login, name only without email, or open access without a name; however, video is required. Additional options offer video or audio and presentation in English or Spanish. Set up reflections by adding your objective and the type of focus to use, such as depth of knowledge, problem-solving, and others. Share the prompts with students using the assignment link. As students respond, your dashboard on MirrorTalk updates with charts that provide feedback on student responses and suggestions for supporting each student in their learning process.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (186), assessment (146), DAT device agnostic tool (146), Formative Assessment (73), preK (286), social and emotional learning (109), Teacher Utilities (203), teaching strategies (52), thinking skills (17)