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Active Learning Leads to Higher Grades and Fewer Failing Students in Science, Math, and... - 0 views

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Think back to when you learned how to ride a bike. You probably didn’t master this skill by listening to a series of riveting lectures on bike riding. Instead, you tried it out for yourself, made mistakes, fell down a few times, picked yourself back up, and tried again. When mastering an activity, there’s no…

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Think back to when you learned how to ride a bike. You probably didn’t master this skill by listening to a series of riveting lectures on bike riding. Instead, you tried it out for yourself, made mistakes, fell down a few times, picked yourself back up, and tried again. When mastering an activity, there’s no…</div>

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What Is Active Learning? - 0 views

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Explains just what is seen in an "active" learning classroom.

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15 Amazing Sites With Breathtaking Free Stock Photos - BootstrapBay - 0 views

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Anna Holmgreen on 02 Jun 15

A curated list of websites with beautiful free stock photos that can be used for personal and commercial projects.

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Poverty, family stress are thwarting student success, top teachers say - 0 views

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The greatest barriers to school success for K-12 students have little to do with anything that goes on in the classroom, according to the nation's top teachers: It is family stress, followed by poverty, and learning and psychological problems. Those were the factors named in a survey of the 2015 state Teachers of the Year, top educators selected annually in every U.S.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The greatest barriers to school success for K-12 students have little to do with anything that goes on in the classroom, according to the nation's top teachers: It is family stress, followed by poverty, and learning and psychological problems. Those were the factors named in a survey of the 2015 state Teachers of the Year, top educators selected annually in every U.S.</div>

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Free Technology for Teachers: 5 Good Google Tools for Social Studies Teachers - And How... - 0 views

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shared by Anna Holmgreen on 26 Oct 15 - No Cached

Anna Holmgreen on 26 Oct 15

Google Tools for Social Studies Teachers and How to Use them

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Free Technology for Teachers: Historical Investigations for Students to Complete - 0 views

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"Historical Scene Investigation offers a fun way for students to investigate history through primary documents and images."

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Mystery Science: Lessons for elementary teachers - 1 views

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Create free interactive timelines | Hstry - 0 views

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Anna Holmgreen on 08 Apr 15

Create free interactive timelines. Hstry is a free digital learning tool which promotes collaboration and engagement in the classroom.

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Awesome Algebra Apps and Websites - 0 views

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Anna Holmgreen on 26 Oct 15

"Whether you're introducing pre-algebra topics like factoring and exponents or looking for resources to support teaching more advanced concepts like matrices, polynomials, and linear equations, these great apps and sites have you covered."

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"Whether you're introducing pre-algebra topics like factoring and exponents or looking for resources to support teaching more advanced concepts like matrices, polynomials, and linear equations, these great apps and sites have you covered."</div>

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5 Research-Based Tips for Providing Students with Meaningful Feedback | Edutopia - 0 views

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shared by Anna Holmgreen on 27 Oct 15 - No Cached

Anna Holmgreen on 27 Oct 15

In recent years, research has confirmed what most teachers already knew: providing students with meaningful feedback can greatly enhance learning and improve student achievement.

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Socratic Questioning: 30 Thought-Provoking Questons to Ask Your Students - 0 views

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shared by Anna Holmgreen on 12 Dec 14 - No Cached

Anna Holmgreen on 12 Dec 14

"Millions saw the apple fall, but Newton asked WHY." Great info on questioning.

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Engage Now - Student Interactions - teacher heath - 0 views

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Anna Holmgreen on 16 Nov 15

Great posters for Active Listening and Discussion

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Engage Now - Student Interactions - teacher heath - 0 views

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20 Free Tools for Making Comcis for Teaching and Learning - 0 views

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Anna Holmgreen on 12 Dec 14

"There are so many good free tools for creating comics and cartoons on the web, as well as apps for tablets and smartphones. I've built out a list of fun tools I am looking forward to trying out over the upcoming holiday break. I can't wait to brainstorm creative ways to leverage these in lessons!"

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"There are so many good free tools for creating comics and cartoons on the web, as well as apps for tablets and smartphones. I've built out a list of fun tools I am looking forward to trying out over the upcoming holiday break. I can't wait to brainstorm creative ways to leverage these in lessons!"</div>

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Burnett Junior High - Home Page - 0 views

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shared by Anna Holmgreen on 26 Mar 14 - No Cached

Anna Holmgreen on 26 Mar 14

Links on the home page for Study Guides. Study Guides also found in the Student Resources tab on left sidebar.

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Learning Never Stops: 7 science websites for students of any age - 0 views

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shared by Anna Holmgreen on 27 Feb 14 - No Cached

Anna Holmgreen on 27 Feb 14

Links to sites with activities, online games, videos, etc. Good resources to add to your teaching toolbox.

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