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"Often we search for meaningful ways to integrate digital technology in project based learning activities given to our students. We also would like our students to develop a thorough understanding of the concepts underlying the work - after all this is the purpose of the project. Giving students the opportunity to complete and present their project through a digital lens has one great advantage - student engagement. This in turn causes students to develop a more in depth understanding of concepts."

Often we search for meaningful ways to integrate digital technology in project based learning activities given to our students. We also would like our students to develop a thorough understanding of the concepts underlying the work - after all this is the purpose of the project. Giving students the opportunity to complete and present their project through a digital lens has one great advantage - student engagement. This in turn causes students to develop a more in depth understanding of concepts.

"The following five creative strategies provide a catalyst for integrating flip cameras in science and math. These techniques also offer an alternative digital assessment of students' prior knowledge and experiences, understanding of concepts, and ability to make connections between concepts."

"One of my favorite ways to reinforce understanding of art concepts is through quiz games. In an earlier post I shared how to create your own art quizzes using MyStudiyo. Since then, I found another great visual quiz maker called PhotoPeach. "

One of my favorite ways to reinforce understanding of art concepts is through quiz games. In an earlier post I shared how to create your own art quizzes using MyStudiyo. Since then, I found another great visual quiz maker called PhotoPeach.

"Physion is a 2D Physics simulation software. It can be used to easily create a wide range of interactive physics simulations and educational experiments. Teachers may find it particularly useful since it can be used as a virtual physics laboratory through which they can demonstrate some basic physics concepts in the classroom."

MYP/DP anyone?

PYP related links and ideas. Some google docs as well.

"Free Tools for Teachers. These tools are designed for teacher-facilitated instruction, and include sample problems to give teachers instructional suggestions. For each tool you will find a short instructional video, standards alignment (including the recent Common Core State Standards), key vocabulary, and IEP goals. Select a topic below to get started. Concepts to Procedures Higher Order Thinking Identifying Fractions Order Fractions on a Number Line Comparing Fractions Unitizing with Pattern Blocks Adding Fractions with Common Denominators Unitizing Fractions on a Grid Subtracting Fractions with Common Denominators Estimating with Benchmark Fractions Equivalent Fractions Equivalent Fractions with Word Sentences Finding Common Denominators Adding Fractions with Uncommon Denominators Subtracting Fractions with Uncommon Denominators Conceptua™ Math fractions tools are partially funded through a Phase I, Small Business Innovation Research grant (SBIR) from the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD): Grant # 1R43HD061108-01. Latest News 05.28.2010 New Free Tool: Comparing Fractions! This new free tool lets students compare 2 or 3 fractions, use visual supports, and work with >, < or = signs. Try It Now! » Read more » Like Conceptua Math? Tell your friends! Featured Video Conceptua Math Overview See what's available and then get started using the tools. "

Free Tools for Teachers. These tools are designed for teacher-facilitated instruction, and include sample problems to give teachers instructional suggestions. For each tool you will find a short instructional video, standards alignment (including the recent Common Core State Standards), key vocabulary, and IEP goals. Select a topic below to get started.

"Economics in the Elementary Classroom posted Sep 3, 2010 6:31 PM by lezlie harris [ updated Sep 3, 2010 6:50 PM ] I am so convinced that little children learn more by pretending and playing. I recently found a role-playing economics unit on the Scholastic site. During this unit, the teacher creates a community in the classroom where children apply for jobs, keep time sheets for those jobs, tally their wages, receive a pay check, cash it at the bank, and shop in the class store. Wow, how powerful is that! Think of all the concepts that can be taught within this unit! I can teach data, charts, graphs, money, persuasive writing, and many social studies standards. Since I am always trying to convert classroom activities into elearning activities, here is a Google Template for submitting job applications. My 2nd graders have loved submitting these applications. Their responses are so sweet! I may copy them to include in my parent conferences."

Very cool templates

"Plagiarism, I think, can be a tricky concept to help students understand. I can understand how an English Language Learner in an academic setting might be tempted to copy-and-paste someone else's work."

"By now, YouTube's value in the classroom should be rather self-evident. No matter the subject or grade level, the website offers up excellent videos to supplement lessons and provide windows into different facts and concepts."

Youtube and science clips, good for that frontloading session!

We recently found out that 22frames.com is becoming a popular site for learning English as a second/foreign language (ESL/EFL). It turns out that watching captioned videos provides a way to not only learn formal and informal English, but also cultural concepts. To find videos, you can browse through categories or make caption-only video searches on your interests. Even more, we have been devoting significant time and resources to developing specific features for English learning and teaching that are motivated by our users' feedback

Concept: Creating a small, paper blogging community gives students a chance to understand "blogging" and safely practice having an "online persona."

Using Google earth in Math website. Concept lessons will use Google Earth to present math topics, such as rates or scientific notation in unique ways.

Looking for some Geometry Help? Our materials here review the basic terms and concepts in geometry and provide further lessons to help you develop your understanding of geometry and its applications to solving problems in real life.

Concept lessons will use Google Earth to present math topics, such as rates or scientific notation in unique ways.

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