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5 Ways Edtech Enhances Social Studies Lessons

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According to Wikipedia: “In the United States education system, social studies is the integrated study of multiple fields of social science and the humanities, including history, geography, and political science.” In MS and HS, it expands to cover science, mathematics, civics, economics, and maybe geography.

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100th Day of School — It’s about Learning

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How to celebrate Here are activities I like that blend learning into the celebration of the 100th Day of School: Geography As a class, come up with two locations in each state, to total 100. One will be oriented around geography and one around history (such as “Kansas became a state January 29, 1861” ).

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Groundhog Day and the 100th Day of School

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One will be oriented around geography and one around history (such as “Kansas became a state January 29, 1861” ). Literacy Read Rosemary Well’s acclaimed book, Emily’s First 100 Days of School about the daily achievements of grade schoolers for their first 100 days. It’s 54 pages and perfect for ages Pre-K-2.

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Groundhog Day and the 100th Day of School

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If this is the 100th day of school, here are resources for that: Geography. One will be oriented around geography and one around history (such as “Kansas became a state January 29, 1861” ). Read Rosemary Well’s acclaimed book, Emily’s First 100 Days of School about the daily achievements of grade schoolers for their first 100 days.

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Why Accessibility Must Be a Part of Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity Initiatives

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Importantly, these companies are pursuing equitable access to their products and content, regardless of identity, geography, race, religion, socioeconomic background, etc. Identify and achieve your DEI goals. Leaders across the education ecosystem recognize the importance of putting achievement within the reach of all students.

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100th Day of School — Make it about Learning

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Here are thirteen activities I like that blend learning into a celebration of the 100th Day of School: Geography. One will be oriented around geography and one around history (such as “Kansas became a state January 29, 1861” ). So I decided to accommodate the 100th Day fever by wrapping it in learning.

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5 Ways Ed-tech Can Enhance Social Studies Lessons

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When they achieve goals and/or abide by rules, they earn stuff they want (that you’ve organized beforehand). You set up different tasks and customize rules to fit class needs. Students work individually or in teams, becoming accountable for their behavior to themselves and their teams.

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