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DocsTeach American Indians Primary Resources - National Archives
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6 to 12
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DocsTeach is a versatile educational website designed by the National Archives to provide teachers with primary source documents and interactive activities. The "American Indians" section...more
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DocsTeach is a versatile educational website designed by the National Archives to provide teachers with primary source documents and interactive activities. The "American Indians" section offers a wealth of resources for teaching about the history and culture of Native American peoples. Educators can access historical documents, photographs, maps, and videos that explore various aspects of Native American life, policies, and U.S. government relations. Teachers can use these primary sources to create custom lessons or use pre-made activities to engage students in critical thinking and historical analysis.
tag(s): cultures (153), native americans (96)
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After exploring primary documents about U.S. policies towards Native Americans, organize a classroom debate on key issues like land treaties, the Indian Removal Act, or the reservation system. Students can be assigned roles representing different perspectives, such as Native American leaders, U.S. government officials, or settlers, allowing them to deepen their understanding of the issues involved. Create stations with different primary sources, such as treaties, photographs, or government policies related to Native Americans. Students rotate between stations, analyzing each document and responding to prompts. Have students use primary sources to create an interactive timeline of significant events in Native American history, such as the Trail of Tears, the establishment of reservations, or key legal decisions using a resource such as Time Graphics Timeline Maker, reviewed here.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Living Nation, Living Words: A Guide for Educators - Library of Congress
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7 to 12
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The Living Nations, Living Words Educator Guide from the Library of Congress offers a rich resource to explore contemporary Native American poetry and culture. This guide is designed...more
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The Living Nations, Living Words Educator Guide from the Library of Congress offers a rich resource to explore contemporary Native American poetry and culture. This guide is designed to accompany the Living Nations, Living Words poetry collection, featuring works by 47 Native American poets. The educator guide provides thoughtful lesson plans and activities that help students engage with themes of identity, resilience, and connection to land through poetry. The guide focuses on Indigenous perspectives and voices. It helps teachers create meaningful discussions in English/language arts, social studies, and cultural studies classrooms, fostering a deeper understanding of Native American contributions to literature and society.
tag(s): cultures (153), native americans (96), poetry (194)
In the Classroom
Have students create visual art pieces that represent the themes or imagery from selected poems. Assign students to research the cultural background and history of a specific Native American tribe represented in the poetry collection. Students select a poem from the Living Nations, Living Words collection and conduct a close reading. They analyze the poem's themes, imagery, and cultural significance. Following their analysis, students create their own poem inspired by the original work, incorporating similar themes or cultural references.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Mpala Live! - Mpala Research Center
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4 to 12
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Mpala Live! is an engaging website that offers educators and students a chance to explore African wildlife through its immersive live cams and interactive educational resources. The...more
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Mpala Live! is an engaging website that offers educators and students a chance to explore African wildlife through its immersive live cams and interactive educational resources. The website provides real-time views of animals in their natural habitats, allowing students to observe and connect with wildlife from the Mpala Research Centre in Kenya. In addition to the live cams, Mpala Live! offers a range of classroom activities and lesson plans focused on ecology, conservation, and biodiversity, designed to enhance students' understanding of the natural world. Integrate these resources into science, geography, and environmental studies lessons to spark curiosity and foster meaningful discussions about wildlife conservation. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
tag(s): africa (142), biodiversity (35), conservation (93), ecology (102), habitats (88)
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Have students watch a live cam for a set period and record observations about animal behaviors, habitats, and interactions. Encourage students to note patterns, movements, and any interesting behaviors and share their observations with the class, comparing findings to discuss the diversity of animal behaviors. After learning about the endangered species featured on Mpala Live!, students can design their own wildlife conservation campaigns. Students can research an animal they watch on the live cam and make a presentation using Genially, reviewed here with their findings.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Aquarium of the Pacific - Aquarium of the Pacific
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K to 12
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The Aquarium of the Pacific's website offers a wealth of resources for teachers, students, and the general public. Educators will find a various tools to enrich classroom learning,...more
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The Aquarium of the Pacific's website offers a wealth of resources for teachers, students, and the general public. Educators will find a various tools to enrich classroom learning, including detailed lesson plans, field trip planning guides, and interactive activities centered around marine life and conservation. Many online learning opportunities feature virtual field trips, live streaming events, and pre-recorded educational videos, allowing students to experience the aquarium's exhibits and expert insights without leaving the classroom. These online experiences, paired with hands-on activities and NGSS-aligned lesson plans, provide a comprehensive approach to teaching marine science and environmental topics. Additionally, the site offers professional development workshops and free downloadable resources to help teachers integrate oceanography into their curriculum. The aquarium's commitment to accessibility and interactive education makes it a valuable tool for enhancing STEM learning across grade levels. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
tag(s): adaptations (15), conservation (93), environment (245), marine biology (27), STEM (287)
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After watching an educational YouTube video on marine ecosystems, students can create dioramas of different ocean zones. Watch videos on animal adaptations, and challenge students to design their own "new" marine creature using knowledge about survival traits such as camouflage, feeding strategies, or defense mechanisms. Using the aquarium's website, create a scavenger hunt where students must explore specific exhibits or educational content online to answer questions about marine life, conservation efforts, and ecosystems. Use the lesson plans on conservation and sustainability to inspire students to create their own conservation campaigns.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Raptor Resource Project Teachables - Bob Anderson
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K to 12
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The Raptor Resource Project's Lesson Plans website provides a wealth of educational resources focused on raptors and their ecosystems. Teachers can easily search for lesson plans by...more
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The Raptor Resource Project's Lesson Plans website provides a wealth of educational resources focused on raptors and their ecosystems. Teachers can easily search for lesson plans by subject, making it a convenient tool for classroom integration. Subjects include science, math, language arts, social studies, and art, allowing educators to incorporate the study of birds of prey into various curricula. These comprehensive lesson plans offer engaging activities and materials that enhance students' understanding of raptors and promote critical thinking and environmental awareness. This resource is perfect for enriching lessons on biology, conservation, and the interconnectedness of ecosystems. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
tag(s): birds (46), conservation (93), critical thinking (120), ecosystems (75), environment (245)
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Assign each student or group a specific raptor species to research, including its habitat, diet, behavior, and conservation status. Have students watch a live stream of a raptor nest and keep a journal documenting their observations. They can note behaviors, interactions, and any changes they see over time. They can use an online resource such as Book Creator reviewed here to record their observations. Have students create a campaign to raise awareness about raptor conservation. Students can create a large map displaying various raptor habitats across the United States or the world using Google My Maps reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Explore Films - Explore.org
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3 to 12
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The Explore Films website offers a rich collection of documentary films focused on nature, wildlife, and cultural stories from around the globe. Teachers can utilize this resource to...more
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The Explore Films website offers a rich collection of documentary films focused on nature, wildlife, and cultural stories from around the globe. Teachers can utilize this resource to enhance science, geography, and social studies lessons. The films are categorized into several themes, including Nature, Animals, Culture, and Adventure, providing diverse content that can grab students' interests and foster discussions on environmental conservation, biodiversity, and global cultures. Each film aims to educate and inspire viewers, making it an excellent tool for enriching classroom learning and encouraging a deeper understanding of our world. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
tag(s): animals (293), biodiversity (35), conservation (93), cultures (153), video (262)
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Assign students to research a specific animal or ecosystem featured in the films. Enhance student learning by using Desygner, reviewed here where they can create a multimedia presentation, poster, or brochure highlighting the animal's habitat, behaviors, and conservation status. Choose films that focus on different cultures and traditions. Students can work in groups to research the cultural aspects highlighted in the videos and create presentations or cultural artifacts. After viewing a film on conservation or environmental issues, students can develop a campaign to raise awareness about a specific topic. Students can create a short documentary film on a local environmental issue or cultural topic of interest.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Montserrat, Spain - Abadia de Montserrat
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4 to 12
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The Montserrat Virtual Tour website offers an immersive experience that allows you to explore the stunning Montserrat mountain range and its famous abbey in Catalonia, Spain. With interactive...more
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The Montserrat Virtual Tour website offers an immersive experience that allows you to explore the stunning Montserrat mountain range and its famous abbey in Catalonia, Spain. With interactive 360-degree panoramic views, you can virtually visit key landmarks, including the Montserrat Monastery, the Black Madonna, and scenic hiking paths. This resource is perfect for teachers aiming to enrich geography, history, and art lessons. It can also be used to engage students in discussions about cultural heritage, religious history, and architectural design. The virtual tour offers a unique way to extend learning beyond the classroom, making global landmarks accessible to all students. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
tag(s): cultures (153), landmarks (21), spain (13), spanish (108), virtual field trips (108)
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Students can analyze the architectural styles of the Montserrat Abbey and surrounding structures. Have students create a travel journal documenting their virtual visit to Montserrat. They can include notes on key locations, historical facts, personal reflections, and sketches based on what they see during the tour. Assign students to research Montserrat's cultural and historical significance, including its role in Catalan identity and religious traditions. They can present their findings in multimedia, using images, videos, and text. Use a tool such as moovly reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ova Prima Foundation - Linger-Not Associates
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6 to 12
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Ova Prima Foundation website is a clever satirical resource, presenting itself as an organization dedicated to studying fictional "Ovaprimates," a species that supposedly reproduces...more
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Ova Prima Foundation website is a clever satirical resource, presenting itself as an organization dedicated to studying fictional "Ovaprimates," a species that supposedly reproduces by laying eggs. Teachers can use this site to introduce students to media literacy by highlighting how easy it can be to create a professional-looking website filled with fabricated information. This resource serves as an excellent tool for teaching critical thinking and the importance of verifying sources and not believing everything encountered online at face value. It encourages students to question credibility and recognize the need for research in today's digital world.
tag(s): evaluating sources (28), internet safety (112), literacy (118), media literacy (107), satire (6)
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Assign students to explore the Ova Prima Foundation website and identify claims made about the fictional species. Then, have them use reliable online resources to fact-check the information. Students can work in groups to create satirical websites about a fictional species or event. Present students with articles from both real scientific websites, such as National Geographic or Scientific American, and The Ova Prima Foundation. Ask them to compare and contrast the language, claims, and structure of the two types of content. Provide students with a "red flags" checklist for unreliable websites (examples: no clear author, outlandish claims, lack of sources). They will mark which "red flags" appear as they explore The Ova Prima Foundation site. Like this activity? Here's another one: Save the Northwest Tree Octopus, reviewed hereAdd your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The State Hermitage Museum - State Hermitage Museum
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4 to 12
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The Hermitage Museum website offers a panoramic virtual tour that allows you to explore one of the world's largest and most prestigious art museums. Teachers can navigate through rooms...more
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The Hermitage Museum website offers a panoramic virtual tour that allows you to explore one of the world's largest and most prestigious art museums. Teachers can navigate through rooms and exhibits, viewing renowned art collections, historical artifacts, and beautifully preserved architecture from different periods. The interactive interface provides a rich visual experience, making it an excellent tool for art, history, or cultural studies. This virtual tour can be integrated into lessons to engage students in discussions about art history or inspire creative projects related to world heritage and culture. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
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tag(s): architecture (72), art history (90), museums (46), russia (35), russian (25), virtual field trips (108)
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Divide students into small groups and give them a list of specific artworks, artifacts, or architectural details to find in the Hermitage's virtual tour. Select a few prominent paintings or sculptures from the virtual tour and have students write short stories or poems inspired by the artwork. Explore the mathematical principles behind some of the artwork or architectural designs in the museum. Students can study patterns, symmetry, proportions, or geometric shapes found in art and architecture and apply their math knowledge to create their designs or analyze famous works.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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AI for Lesson Planning - TeachersFirst
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K to 12
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View this collection of artificial intelligence tools designed to transform the way you create and deliver engaging learning experiences. Harness the power of AI to streamline the lesson...more
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View this collection of artificial intelligence tools designed to transform the way you create and deliver engaging learning experiences. Harness the power of AI to streamline the lesson planning process, offering intelligent assistance in curriculum development, personalized learning pathways, and resource curation. From AI-driven content generators that suggest creative activities to adaptive assessment tools that provide real-time insights into student progress, these resources assist teachers as they craft dynamic, data-informed lessons that cater to diverse learning needs. Some of the tools can also help educators create more diversified lessons with differentiation options (from reading levels to choice boards) and translation into many languages in mere seconds.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (157), differentiation (91)
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Use this collection to save time doing many tasks as you plan your lessons from start to finish. Bookmark this site to find new ways to deliver and differentiate content and lower the time required in planning using the power of AI!Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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AI for Creating Projects - TeachersFirst
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K to 12
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This collection of artificial intelligence tools is designed to enhance your and your students' project creation process. Use these tools to streamline workflow, boost creativity, and...more
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This collection of artificial intelligence tools is designed to enhance your and your students' project creation process. Use these tools to streamline workflow, boost creativity, and explore new possibilities in projects. From image creators to music makers, these tools can help your students utilize the latest advancements in artificial intelligence. Many of these tools also include translation features, making them suitable for multilingual learners.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (157), creating media (8), Project Based Learning (26)
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AI is ever-changing, and the tools evolve and change every day. Use the tools in this collection to stay informed and learn about new tools that you (and your students) can use to create projects. AI creation tools save you time and can allow you to personalize the projects and differentiate for all needs. Share this collection with colleagues looking for ways to use AI to create projects.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Vatican Museums- Virtual Tours - Vatican Museums
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The Vatican Museums' virtual tours offer educators an incredible resource to bring art and history to life in the classroom. This site provides immersive, 360-degree virtual tours of...more
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The Vatican Museums' virtual tours offer educators an incredible resource to bring art and history to life in the classroom. This site provides immersive, 360-degree virtual tours of the Vatican's renowned collections, including the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and other iconic exhibits. Teachers can use these virtual tours to explore religious and cultural history, art, and architecture with their students from anywhere. This resource is ideal for enhancing lessons on Renaissance art, history, or world cultures, making it a versatile tool for various grade levels.
tag(s): architecture (72), religions (84), renaissance (38), virtual field trips (108)
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Assign students to research a specific artist featured in the Vatican Museums, such as Michelangelo or Raphael, and create a digital portfolio using a resource like Spaces, reviewed here. After viewing specific art pieces, students create artwork inspired by what they saw. After viewing the virtual tours, students can compare and contrast the artistic styles and themes in the Vatican Museums with those from another culture or period.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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New York State Museum Online Exhibitions - New York State Museum
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The New York State Museum online exhibitions website offers a variety of virtual exhibits that bring New York's history, science, and culture to life. These exhibitions cover various...more
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The New York State Museum online exhibitions website offers a variety of virtual exhibits that bring New York's history, science, and culture to life. These exhibitions cover various topics, from natural history and archaeology to the history of the state's indigenous peoples and 9/11. The online platform provides rich visual content, artifacts, and informative descriptions, making it an excellent resource for teachers to incorporate into history, science, or social studies lessons. Teachers can use these exhibits to supplement classroom learning with interactive activities, virtual field trips, and in-depth discussions. Some of the videos are on YouTube, so you may be unable to view them.
tag(s): archeology (26), museums (46), new york (24)
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In groups, students can research a theme related to New York's history, culture, or natural science. They can then design their own virtual exhibit using tools like Google Slides or PowerPoint. Students can choose an artifact from an online exhibit and analyze its historical context, significance, and impact. Have students choose a specific online exhibition from the New York State Museum and conduct a guided exploration. After their research, they can create a presentation summarizing the exhibit's key themes, artifacts, and historical significance. A suggested presentation resource is Book Creator reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Tenement Museum- Digital Exhibits - Lower East Side Tenement
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The Tenement Museum website offers a rich educational resource focused on the history of immigration and urban life in New York City's Lower East Side. The site provides access to ...more
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The Tenement Museum website offers a rich educational resource focused on the history of immigration and urban life in New York City's Lower East Side. The site provides access to virtual and in-person tours of restored tenement buildings, and stories of the immigrants who lived there from the 19th to the 21st centuries. Teachers can explore a variety of lesson plans, primary sources, and interactive activities to engage students in learning about cultural diversity, the immigrant experience, and historical perspectives. The museum's content is suitable for enhancing history and social studies lessons, helping students connect past experiences with present-day social issues.
tag(s): immigrants (34), immigration (68), new york (24)
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Have students take a virtual tour of the museum's tenement apartments. Afterward, they can compare and contrast the living conditions of different immigrant families during various time periods using a Venn diagram. Students can use Canva's Venn Diagram Creator, reviewed here. After exploring the museum's immigrant stories, students can research an immigrant group from their own family history or a chosen country. Students can use the Tenement Museum's digital exhibits as inspiration to create their own mini digital museum. Students can role-play figures like labor leaders or social reformers after studying the stories of notable tenement residents or activists.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Cliffs of Moer in Ireland- Virtual Tour - Cliffs of Moer Visitor Experience
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The Cliffs of Moher Virtual Tour website offers an immersive online experience that allows teachers and students to explore one of Ireland's most iconic natural landmarks. This interactive...more
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The Cliffs of Moher Virtual Tour website offers an immersive online experience that allows teachers and students to explore one of Ireland's most iconic natural landmarks. This interactive platform features stunning panoramic views, informative audio guides, and educational resources about the cliffs' geology, ecology, and cultural significance. It provides a unique opportunity for classroom learning about environmental science, geography, and tourism while increasing students' interest in global landmarks. This website uses YouTube, so if your district blocks it, you will be unable to see the videos.
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tag(s): ireland (11), virtual field trips (108)
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Encourage students to compare the Cliffs of Moher with other natural landmarks worldwide, discussing similarities and differences. Divide students into small groups and assign each group a different aspect of the Cliffs of Moher's ecosystem to put together a presentation. After the virtual tour, students can create artwork (drawings, paintings, or digital art) inspired by the scenery of the Cliffs of Moher. Have students take a virtual tour of the Cliffs of Moher and gather information about the site's geography, wildlife, and history. Then, each student or group can create a presentation or digital poster to share their findings with the class using a resource such as Canva, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Sistine Chapel - Vatican Museums
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The Vatican Museums' official website offers a detailed exploration of the Sistine Chapel, known for Michelangelo's frescoes, including the iconic Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment....more
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The Vatican Museums' official website offers a detailed exploration of the Sistine Chapel, known for Michelangelo's frescoes, including the iconic Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment. Teachers can guide students through virtual tours of the chapel, enriched by insights into the chapel's artistic, historical, and religious significance. The website also provides information on the restoration process and highlights key features of Renaissance art, making it an excellent resource for history or art lessons that seek to bring students closer to one of the world's most celebrated masterpieces. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
tag(s): italian (29), italy (17), religions (84), renaissance (38)
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Have students design their own small frescoes based on a theme of their choice, such as nature or history. Have students explore the chapel online and choose one fresco or section of the ceiling to observe closely. Ask them to sketch what they see or describe it in detail, focusing on colors, figures, and emotions conveyed by the art. Break students into groups and assign each group a different fresco to analyze. Have them discuss what the artwork represents and how it reflects Renaissance themes.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Boxie - Boxie Technologies
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Join Boxie, where educators can proactively work with videos and documents in the classroom, adding interactive pins to foster creativity, digital literacy, and student motivation through...more
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Join Boxie, where educators can proactively work with videos and documents in the classroom, adding interactive pins to foster creativity, digital literacy, and student motivation through engaging assignments. Boxie offers a platform for teachers to create dynamic learning experiences, enhancing student engagement and collaboration. Additionally, the community provides individual free plans for educators.
tag(s): collaboration (94), critical thinking (120), digital escapes (5), feedback (12), reading comprehension (149)
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Show an instructional video related to a subject and place pins at moments where important concepts or skills are demonstrated. Students read the text and interact with the pinned questions, responding to prompts encouraging critical thinking or comprehension checks. Encourage students to reply to their peers' pinned comments, fostering deeper collaborative learning and peer feedback. Use Boxie to design a digital escape room within a PDF, placing pins that contain clues, puzzles, or tasks for students to solve.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Magic Sash - National Park Service
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The Magic Sash is a seven-episode podcast hosted by Olympic medal winner Aly Raisman that examines the fight for women's rights through the eyes of two modern-day fifth-grade girls....more
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The Magic Sash is a seven-episode podcast hosted by Olympic medal winner Aly Raisman that examines the fight for women's rights through the eyes of two modern-day fifth-grade girls. The first episode introduces the story as the girls are paired up to work on a school project about the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment and leads to the final episode with the ratification of the 19th Amendment in 1920. Lesson plans for each episode include guiding questions, maps, background history, and extension activities.
tag(s): constitution (93), elections (81), podcasts (105), slavery (77), underground railroad (15), womens suffrage (50)
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Include this podcast as part of lessons about women's rights, the Constitution, and the early 20th century in the United States. Have students listen to the podcast as part of station rotation activities or as a flipped learning activity. Discover resources to include with station rotations by viewing the archive of OK2Ask: 3 Cool Tools for Station Rotations, reviewed here and learn more about flipped learning at the archive of OK2Ask: Engage & Inspire: Flipped and Blended Learning, reviewed here. The Magic Sash podcast is also available on YouTube; take advantage of this format to use an AI tool such as Diffit, reviewed here to generate free student activities such as quizzes and Frayer models using each video's URL.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Owler AI - Owler A.I.
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Owler AI uses artificial intelligence to leave feedback and grade essays using a rubric you design or choose from available rubrics on your Owler AI account. Create an account to ...more
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Owler AI uses artificial intelligence to leave feedback and grade essays using a rubric you design or choose from available rubrics on your Owler AI account. Create an account to begin, then add an assignment that includes grade level, background information, and the essay prompt. Next, choose from available rubrics or design your own. Upload up to 40 student documents to grade. Owler AI accepts PDFs, DOCx, and text files and submits them to receive feedback. When complete, Owler AI explains the score received, suggestions for improvement, and follow-up questions that can be shared using the provided link. As always, when using AI tools, it is important to remember that they aid teachers; however, they don't replace personalized teacher feedback.
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Use Owler AI as a starting point to provide feedback to students on writing projects. Then, edit the contents to add personalized information or remove unnecessary portions. Share this tool with students to use when writing to receive feedback before submitting for a grade. Encourage students to reflect on feedback by submitting the original and revised documents and adding a short paragraph that explains changes made due to feedback given. Enhance student learning by creating a bulletin board with writing tips shared by students or use Figjam, reviewed here to create a digital bulletin board with sticky notes.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Short History Of... - Paul McGann and John Hopkins
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Short History Of... is a weekly podcast that takes listeners back in time to learn the stories behind historical events. Hear about diverse topics like Elvis Presley's rise from a ...more
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Short History Of... is a weekly podcast that takes listeners back in time to learn the stories behind historical events. Hear about diverse topics like Elvis Presley's rise from a working-class truck driver to one of the best-selling music artists of all time and the cultural and economic factors leading to the French Revolution of the late 18th century. Each podcast runs about an hour long and is available on most podcast streaming sites.
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Add this podcast to supplement your current list of history resources. Organize and share resources with students using Wakelet, reviewed here or Padlet, reviewed here. Wakelet and Padlet offer tools that make it easy for students to collaborate and share information. Enhance learning by sharing a podcast as an introduction to a new unit and asking students to discuss what they learn. Consider using Project Zero's Thinking Routine Toolbox, Padlet, reviewed here to encourage student understanding and develop critical thinking skills. For example, the Step-in, Step-out, And step-back routine can help students view people and events from different perspectives. Extend student learning by asking them to develop a script and share a podcast as a final assessment of your unit using a free tool such as Buzzsprout, reviewed here or Spotify for Podcastors, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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