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I found many items on this site that would be useful for language arts teachers in particular, but really for any subject area. I could use some of the ideas myself. One example is a summer readling list. I have compiled many good lists from various sources every year and posted on my library pages, but this is a good example of the type of thing that could save some time by not re-inventing the wheel! Found useful link to using Diigo as well.

I found many items on this site that would be useful for language arts teachers in particular, but really for any subject area. I could use some of the ideas myself. One example is a summer readling list. I have compiled many good lists from various sources every year and posted on my library pages, but this is a good example of the type of thing that could save some time by not re-inventing the wheel! Found useful link to using Diigo as well.

The actual site is www.curriki.org

This source provides information on avoiding plagiarism. Provides definition of plagiarism, example, interactive of basic tips and a quiz. There is also information on creative commons and public domain. I could see using the examples provided for small group discussions. I see myself using a lot of the information on copyright as it is easy to read and lays out the format that will be easy for the students to understand. These examples are under a big umbrella of information called "Using Information Correctly." There are 3 big ideas under this which include Avoiding Plagiarism, Putting Info Together and Copyright and Fair Use.

Using the many resources of Khan Academy in blended learning is a fantastic resource. This specific example is perfect for my library/tech class offered to 4th graders. A perfect introduction to understanding the devices we use.

Useful tool/demonstration from OER Commons to guide students in evaluating a website as information source. I've used Diigo's annotation tools with students to practice evaluating websites as sources. This would be useful to use as a guided example prior to their independent practice. OER JG

YouTubers, Authors, Philanthropists - John & Hank Green provide high quality educational videos in a variety of educational content areas. Economics, World History, US History, Literature, Astonomy, Chemistry, Politics & Government, - the list goes on! Very engaging and relvant videos for students. TLB

I think this is a great channel of video resources that my coworkers can use to change it up a little for students. They will find many topics/lessons that they currently teach on this channel. I will encourage them to use them in their classrooms, assign them for homework, assist with studying for a test or any other ways they see fit!

I would use this site to introduce concepts to students. These short videos are great attention getters. For example, I could use the video on Diseases to help students understand how far we have come in medical advances and to assist them in gaining an understanding of how easily diseases are transmitted. These could also be used as a flipped classroom format. Students could watch the content, take notes, and come prepared for the activity the next day.

Toolkit created by YALSA to help support and defend the use of social media with teens in school and public libraries- contains a variety of data and resources including examples of how various social media platforms are used.

Many links to resources and examples.

Very cool project ideas for students to show learning in a new way!

I wanted to find resources for reading as I am apart of the English Department at my school. We are always looking for resources to share with each other in our meetings. I came across this resource and found the grammar section. Many topics are presented such as contradictions, semi colons, sentences, etc... What really caught my eye were the videos towards the bottom of the page. Here they have videos that explain the differences between words that sound the same but have different meanings. They use toys and action sequences to explain which are very funny! Each of the grammar lessons have unique learning techniques, whether users need to select correct choices or simply view pictures that help represent the learning. I could see using or providing the examples given in many lessons.

The Khan Academy has wonderful resources on many topics. The online tutorials are great visual examples of solving various math problems that teachers can utilize in the regular classroom, flipped classroom, tutoring students or online courses. I would also coordinate with the teacher and link these resources to my library websites for students and parents to access. Learn for free about math, art, computer programming, economics, physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, finance, history, and more. Khan Academy is a nonprofit with the mission of providing a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere.

Graphite reviews apps, games, and websites that for their educational usefulness. A consistent review template makes the reviews easy to browse and compare. Each tech tool is reviewed by Graphite, and most also show scores from teacher reviews as well. The reviews are focused and have sufficient detail to be helpful. Potential issues for educational use (such as age limits) are noted. Use the filters on the "Reviews and Ratings" tab to find apps right for your school, or use the "Top Picks" area to compare tools for similar purposes (making videos, or formative assessments, for example). There is a Common Core Explorer that will suggest tools that fit each standard, and there is also a Teacher Center that includes lesson plans made to take advantage of the tools.

CK-12 Foundation provides a library of free online textbooks, videos, exercises, flashcards, and real world applications for over 5000 concepts from arithmetic to history

An interactive graphic organizer that enables students to map out their arguments for a persuasive essay or debate. Students decide on their goal, they show 3 reasons to support it, and three facts or examples to prove it. They can go back and forth on the screens. The finished map can be saved, e-mailed, or printed. Grades 2-12. Flash Required

Create acct. in Edmodo to see this OER lesson: This presentation is a basic introduction to visual notetaking or sketchnoting for students. During the presentation, students will watch an overview video, look at examples, and discuss the elements of sketchnoting. The presentation concludes with two practice exercises where students work on creating their first sketchnotes. Sketchnoting is a notetaking technique that students can utilize throughout the year and for different purposes in the classroom. Students can use sketchnotes to take notes on literary periods, histories of famous authors, visually represent the plot and analysis of a piece of literature or engage in listening to group presentations. This presentation is a Google Presentation, so in order to utilize it, you will need to make a copy by clicking on file<make a copy. Once you have your copy, you can edit or modify the presentation to fit your class.

Provides ELA teachers with an example of how to use an ebook within the classroom. Allows students to highlight text and take notes.