Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 24, 2023

Quick, safe spots to send your students for research ( click here for updates ) : BrainPop –with the BrainPop characters, a launchpad to curiosity CoolKidFacts –kid-friendly videos, pictures, info, and quizzes–all 100% suitable for children Dimensions –academic research geared for college-level Fact Monster –help with homework and facts Google Earth Timelapse –what changes to the planet over time Google Trends –what’s trending in searches History Channel –great speeches How Stuff Works –the gold

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ED Surge

MAY 24, 2023

In the wake of the Atlanta Spa shootings and a surge in violence against Asian Americans throughout the pandemic, Illinois made history by becoming the first state to mandate that Asian American history be taught in public K-12 schools beginning in the 2022-23 school year. The Teaching Equitable Asian American Community History (TEAACH) Act was signed into law in July 2021 with wide bipartisan support, amending the state’s school code to ensure that all Illinois public school students learn abou

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All About STEM

MAY 24, 2023

Liverpool John Moores University started the National Schools’ Observatory (NSO) with the mission: Access to the Universe for All. They use the wonders of space to inspire the next generation of scientists, programmers and engineers and provide free use of the world’s largest robotic telescope, the Liverpool Telescope. They also provide quality programmes designed to have a positive impact on.

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ED Surge

MAY 24, 2023

The murder of George Floyd in 2020 changed American culture, in part by invigorating interest in diversity, equity and inclusion. For some schools, this meant making a commitment to diversity in their mission statements, as well as creating plans intended to increase equity. For example: The Santa Cruz County Office for Education spells out a number of “equity initiatives ” used by schools in that part of California, including professional development for educators, improved strategies for gradi

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All About STEM

MAY 24, 2023

Amazing Apprenticeships offer monthly downloadable information booklets for parents or carers looking to advise their teens about career options. The May Parent Pack includes how you can support your child as they prepare to meet apprenticeship employers at careers fairs and where you can hear from T Level students about their experiences. You can learn about life as a Nursing Associate apprentice.

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STEM Discovery Education

MAY 24, 2023

Whether you’re a teacher, administrator, student, or community member, you’ve probably heard lots of conversation surrounding reading over the last school year. Particularly discussions about literacy instruction and student reading proficiency, both critical to the success of students’ academic careers. One teacher, Judith Philias, shared her insights with the Discovery Education team about why she […] The post Strengthening Student Literacy Skills appeared first on Discovery Education Bl

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Box Light

MAY 24, 2023

School safety is a big concern and recent incidents have made students, teachers, and parents more anxious. In addition to planning and providing quality learning experiences, teachers are responsible for protecting their students in emergencies. To create safe learning environments, it's essential to have comprehensive safety training. School leaders play their part by identifying and providing training programs that take a holistic approach, focusing on prevention and response strategies, team

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Smore Science

MAY 24, 2023

Table of Contents Octopuses are real-life mythical beasts. Not only do they have eight arms and the ability to shoot out ink, but they also have blue blood! You might already be enthralled by octopuses but if you’re still not a fan, here’s a fun fact for you; these cool little invertebrates have nine brains. You read that right; they have more brains than they have arms!

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PCS Edventures

MAY 24, 2023

​​Behind every great hairstyle is a great inventor. A trailblazing inventor and woman activist, Lyda Newman faced many challenges and barriers during her lifetime, including racism and gender discrimination. She is often remembered as an inspirational suffragist who fought for women of all races’ right to vote, but did you know she also invented and patented an improved version of the hairbrush?

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Smore Science

MAY 24, 2023

Table of Contents A banana plant, right? See for yourself in the following blog. Credit: Wikimedia Commons/andy_king50 Plants can play illusions, too. At first glance, this plant looks no different from a banana plant. However, the white, exotic flowers on this plant are miles off from anything that remotely looks like a banana. The white bird of paradise plant is one of nature’s quips.

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EiE Blog

MAY 24, 2023

Learners who are ready to make advancements that will shape the rest of the century and beyond tend to be excited by flexible, open-ended, project-based, real-world learning situations. These types of problem-solving opportunities not only teach content skills, but instill curiosity , which is fundamental to lifelong learning, and help to develop communication and teamwork skills — as well as the freedom and responsibility that comes from taking charge of their own learning.

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Smore Science

MAY 24, 2023

Table of Contents Imagine a cold, winter night. Brrr! How do you sleep under the blanket? All curled up, almost like a ball, right? Now, imagine a mammal doing the same, but in defense, and it’s got scales. A pangolin curled up in a ball. Credit: Wikimedia Commons/ Rachad sanoussi That’s a pangolin for you, in a defensive position. However, curling up can only help pangolins against predators in the wild.

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Robot Lab

MAY 24, 2023

By Katie Brenneman Image Source: Pexels In today's digitally interconnected world, social media has revolutionized the way people communicate, collaborate, and consume information. It has permeated various aspects of our lives, including education, where it presents unique opportunities for teachers to engage students in new and exciting ways. One particular field that can greatly benefit from this integration is STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education.

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Middle Web

MAY 24, 2023

When our students are struggling with anxiety, they need support in developing strategies to help break down their problems. Chunking a problem and examining possible options can help make it feel more manageable. School psychologist Katelyn Oellerich shares some examples. The post Help Kids Take Charge of Their Emotions first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Teach Science for All

MAY 24, 2023

Below is a recent article from The Hechinger Report titled As Science Denial Grows, Science Museums Fight Back by Teaching Scientific Literacy.

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