The Science Penguin

OCTOBER 5, 2023

I usually allow my students to have access to some sort of a resource to do some research (Chromebooks work great) because there are a handful that will require some discussion and critical thinking. The world of magnets holds endless fascination. Click the pictures below to get them for your classroom!

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PCS Edventures

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Research suggests that when learners delve deeply into a specific topic or already have a firm grasp on the subject, they are better equipped to apply its concepts to their reading (​​Schwartz, 2023). Power-Up Skills for STEM Careers: Gamification can inspire learners to pursue STEM careers. Download this FREE guide to get started.

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Cool Cat Teacher

MARCH 16, 2022

Research clearly shows the benefits of SEL Furthermore, other research shows parents agree with SEL principles. Understandably, this research is good news for those who believe in SEL. I’ve also included a link to the longer list of parent priorities in this research. Find some games to try with students in class.

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Cool Cat Teacher

MAY 16, 2022

Student Achievement Through Gamification and Game-Based Learning Sports and Games: Using Instructional Models in PE. The research is astounding and shows it can lower heart rates and blood pressure. Let’s Play: Creating a Playful Classroom Game-Based Strategies for Language Instruction Level Up! a Book (or Two).

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Cool Cat Teacher

JUNE 3, 2021

As a result of this webinar and some research of my own, I compiled this list which I hope will serve as a quick menu for you and the teachers at your school to select summer professional development that will help you grow and learn. (I’ve embedded the webinar below for you to review.) Understanding mental health is more important than ever.

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Accessibility Achievement Blended Learning Schooling 324

Stephen Wolfram

AUGUST 22, 2023

In the mid-1990s, researching history for my book A New Kind of Science , (as I’ll discuss below) I had a detailed email exchange and long phone conversation with Ed about this. I’m seated at this meeting, and there’s a Russian friend of mine [head of the Soviet Space Research Institute] next to me. I made all my points.

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