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Seems like this could be a good resource to incorporate Blooms Taxonomy, ZPD, and many other theories we've been learning in EDUC 334. "This video-based course is an exploration of learning theory - appropriate for grades K-12 and all subject areas - for the training of preservice teachers and the professional development of inservice teachers. Hosted by Stanford University professor Linda Darling-Hammond, the 13 half-hour programs illustrate a variety of learning theories with applications to classroom practice. A Web site and print guide supplement the videos, with background readings, questions for discussion, and ongoing assignments that bring theory into practice."

Seems like this could be a good resource to incorporate Blooms Taxonomy, ZPD, and many other theories we've been learning in EDUC 334. "This video-based course is an exploration of learning theory - appropriate for grades K-12 and all subject areas - for the training of preservice teachers and the professional development of inservice teachers. Hosted by Stanford University professor Linda Darling-Hammond, the 13 half-hour programs illustrate a variety of learning theories with applications to classroom practice. A Web site and print guide supplement the videos, with background readings, questions for discussion, and ongoing assignments that bring theory into practice."

Cant get your kid to read a book? Try having them read online or on your ipad! This site has top books online that you can read as well as Mad Lib templates to practice parts of speech, games to practice skills such as grammar and root words, as well as comics to read.

A fun site for kids to practice reading comprehension with explinations of the skills practiced in each game and a breakdown of which games would be relevant to each grade level.

Vocabulary is Fun! Just ask our visitors. Learn English with vocabulary word games. Vocabulary and word games to build English language skills. Learn advanced English vocabulary analogies, opposites, synonyms, compound words, figurative language, and root words with hangman and crossword puzzle games.

This website includes many vocabulary and learning games. Students can practice spelling words, counting syllables and practice building words. There are also games and activities to assist students who are learning English.

Spelling City helps students with their vocabulary. Students can make flash cards and develop their own vocabulary tests. They can play games involving new vocabulary words to help expose them to unfamiliar words and gain practice using them.

Mighty Books contain animated story books, songs, sing a longs and games. There are also activities to help students practice their letters and writing new words. Finally, there are also resources for teachers and parents to access in assisting with comprehension and reading.

A good site for younger students to practice phonics skills

A free website to teach children to read with phonics. For preschool, kindergarten, and first grade. Exciting phonics games and online interactive books.

A free website to help students with their Phonics. Students work through various difficulty levels to help with their reading. This website can also be used for English Language Development.

NWP teacher-leaders study and share effective practices that enhance student writing and learning, work collaboratively with other educators, design resources, and take on new roles in effecting positive change.

With enough passion and practice, becoming a slam poet is within your reach. Explore a distant memory on paper, then read it out loud. Edit. Try reading it out loud again, and add your finishing touches. Gayle Danley offers five steps to being a slam poet -- while being downright poetic in the process.

A website to learn and practice keyboard typing. There are four levels with twelve stages to complete!

Founded in 1943, ASCD (formerly the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development) is an educational leadership organization dedicated to advancing best practices and policies for the success of each learner. Our 175,000 members in 119 countries are professional educators from all levels and subject areas--superintendents, supervisors, principals, teachers, professors of education, and school board members.

Spellerz is an application in which users can practice their spelling and typing. Users must save the world from invading "spellerz" by using their typing skills to type the words that flash on the screen. The user can choose from eleven different word lists and select the number of words to be included in the game.