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Flamenco - The Kennedy Center
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3 to 12
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Imagine your students feeling the powerful stomp of heels and the hand claps marking a heartbeat- they're not just dancing; they're speaking a cultural language. Flamenco with Alice...more
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Imagine your students feeling the powerful stomp of heels and the hand claps marking a heartbeat- they're not just dancing; they're speaking a cultural language. Flamenco with Alice Blumenfeld from the Kennedy Center invites learners to dive into Spain's rich folkloric tradition through core rhythmic patterns and percussive moves guided by an expert teaching artist. This short, dynamic video activity showcases Alice Blumenfeld, a renowned flamenco artist and educator, demonstrating essential flamenco techniques, including palmas (hand claps), zapateado (footwork), and expressive posture. Ideal for integration into music, dance, social studies, or cultural arts units, the video offers kinesthetic learners an engaging, multisensory learning experience. It emphasizes flamenco's cultural roots as a hybrid art form shaped by history and personal storytelling. If your district blocks YouTube, then the video may not be viewable.
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Play the Kennedy Center video and have students imitate Alice Blumenfeld's flamenco movements -- clapping (palmas), footwork (zapateado), and posture. Pause frequently to review and practice each part. Explore the roots of flamenco in Spain and its influences from Romani, Moorish, Jewish, and Andalusian traditions. Have students create an infographic using Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here or a cultural heritage poster explaining flamenco's origins. Since flamenco expresses deep emotion (duende), have students write a short poem inspired by its movement and mood. Encourage them to present it alongside simple claps or foot taps for dramatic effect.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Dancing Bachata - The Kennedy Center
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3 to 8
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Have you ever imagined your students exchanging traditional worksheets for lively dance steps? "Dancing Bachata with Andre Avila" brings that exact energy to the classroom, inviting...more
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Have you ever imagined your students exchanging traditional worksheets for lively dance steps? "Dancing Bachata with Andre Avila" brings that exact energy to the classroom, inviting learners to connect with culture, rhythm, and movement in a fun and educational way. This interactive activity features Andre Avila, a Kennedy Center teaching artist from the ComMotion dance program, demonstrating the basic steps of Bachata, a social partner dance originating in the Dominican Republic. It's presented as a short video tutorial, ideal for students to follow along and experience foundational Bachata footwork and rhythm. If your district blocks YouTube, then the video may not be viewable.
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Watch the Kennedy Center video as a class and follow along with the steps. Allow students to practice in pairs or small groups to build confidence and develop a sense of rhythm. Have students build on the basic steps by choreographing their own short Bachata sequence. They can present it to the class, integrating counts and movement patterns. Introduce traditional Bachata music and analyze its instruments and rhythms. Students can clap, tap, or use classroom percussion to replicate the beats.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Math + Art - PBS LearningMedia
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K to 12
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The Math + Arts collection by WQED on PBS LearningMedia features a rich array of multimedia lesson plans and activities that integrate movement, performance, music, and visual arts...more
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The Math + Arts collection by WQED on PBS LearningMedia features a rich array of multimedia lesson plans and activities that integrate movement, performance, music, and visual arts into math instruction. Designed to reinforce concepts including shape, pattern, geometry, ratios, and data representation, the resources include dynamic options such as dance-based geometry explorations, drama, supported storytelling of mathematical ideas, musical rhythm lessons tied to fractions and ratios, and visual art projects that highlight shapes and patterns. With content tailored for PreK-12, these engaging, standards-aligned materials help students visualize and internalize math concepts through creative, hands-on learning.
tag(s): dance (42), data (213), fractions (179), geometric shapes (153), patterns (82), ratios (53)
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Use the "Geometry in Dance" lesson to teach students about geometric shapes through movement. Have students create and identify shapes with their bodies, then choreograph a short group dance that incorporates transitions between shapes. From the "Fractions and Music" video, have students explore fractions by creating musical rhythms using whole, half, quarter, and eighth notes. Students can clap or use instruments to perform their rhythm compositions. Use drama techniques to act out math word problems. Assign students to work in groups to script and perform scenes that represent real-world math scenarios involving measurement, multiplication, or division.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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How to Incorporate Art into Different Subjects Curriculums - Art Sprouts
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K to 8
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Looking to spark creativity while boosting comprehension across your curriculum? The Art Sprouts article "How to Incorporate Art into Different Subject Curriculums" offers a treasure...more
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Looking to spark creativity while boosting comprehension across your curriculum? The Art Sprouts article "How to Incorporate Art into Different Subject Curriculums" offers a treasure trove of ideas for seamlessly blending visual art into science, math, history, language arts, and even PE. For science, it suggests using scientific illustration, nature journaling, infographics, economics, language arts, and chemistry art projects to enhance observational understanding. In math, tessellation, geometric designs, fractal art, origami, and data visualization help students grasp key concepts visually. Integrating art into history and language arts includes portraiture, cultural artifact studies, political cartoons, book illustrations, comic creation, poetry posters, and storytelling murals. Even physical education can benefit from action painting and movement-based performance art. Overall, the post emphasizes that art can deepen cross-disciplinary understanding, strengthen academic skills, and help students make meaningful connections while enjoying learning.
tag(s): comics and cartoons (61), cross cultural understanding (178), data (213), geometric shapes (153), infographics (70), journals (22), origami (15), poetry (196), stories and storytelling (75), tessellations (6)
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Take students outside to observe plants or animals and have them record their findings through detailed sketches and annotations. They can complete the journals online using Book Creator, reviewed here. Combine movement and art by having students dip sponges or brushes in paint and use physical motions -- jumps, swings, spins -- to create large collaborative canvases, connecting creativity with kinesthetic learning. After studying a historical figure, have students create a timeline using MyLens, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Mix & Move with AI - Code.org
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2 to 9
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The "Mix & Move with AI" unit from Code.org is a free, hands-on curriculum that engages students in creating, coding, and choreographing digital media using artificial intelligence....more
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The "Mix & Move with AI" unit from Code.org is a free, hands-on curriculum that engages students in creating, coding, and choreographing digital media using artificial intelligence. Students experiment with remixing music, designing virtual dancers, and exploring how AI models generate creative outputs. The lessons are easy for educators to use, even without prior AI experience, and include teacher guides, student activities, and discussion prompts that encourage computational thinking, creativity, and responsible AI use. Some videos and tutorials are hosted on YouTube, so teachers should check school access settings before use.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (300), coding (109), dance (42)
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Have students use the interactive platform to design a virtual dancer that moves to a chosen beat. They adjust rhythm, tempo, and style to see how AI interprets movement and music together. Have students remix an existing dance by changing AI-generated moves or music selections. Discuss how machine learning can be creative but still depends on human choices and input. Encourage students to invent their own AI-powered creative project ideas, such as generating a story rhythm, creating a visual art piece with AI, or coding a short interactive show. Then, have them present their prototype or plan to the class.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Timeline Templates - Genially
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4 to 12
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Genially's timeline templates offer educators an engaging and visually dynamic way to present chronological information. These templates are fully customizable, allowing teachers to...more
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Genially's timeline templates offer educators an engaging and visually dynamic way to present chronological information. These templates are fully customizable, allowing teachers to add text, images, icons, and interactive elements to highlight key events or concepts in subjects like history, literature, or science. With a variety of styles--such as vertical, horizontal, or circular layouts--teachers can easily tailor timelines to fit their lesson goals and student needs.
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tag(s): digital storytelling (166), infographics (70), multimedia (62), timelines (60)
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Students can retell events from a novel or a historical figure's life using a timeline with images and clickable text, making reading comprehension more interactive and visual. Have students create timelines that connect historical events with scientific discoveries or literary works from the same era. Assign specific events to different students or groups to add to a shared timeline, promoting teamwork and reinforcing sequencing skills. Students can build a yearlong timeline of their learning journey, showcasing key projects, reflections, and academic milestones to share during student-led conferences.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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MusicFX - Google Labs
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K to 12
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Create music from text descriptions using MusicFX from Google Labs. Try using the "I'm feeling lucky" prompt to see how MusicFX works. Create prompts to generate personalized music...more
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Create music from text descriptions using MusicFX from Google Labs. Try using the "I'm feeling lucky" prompt to see how MusicFX works. Create prompts to generate personalized music utilizing your choice of style and mood to make short music clips. Use the settings link to select the track length from thirty, fifty, or seventy seconds. Download music clips to your device or share them using the link provided.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (300), songs (48)
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Share music clips with students and ask them to describe the tone and emotions of the music. Create music to use as background for presentations, such as digital books made with Book Creator reviewed here or presentations made with Google Slides reviewed here. Use MusicFX to create relaxing music, then turn on looping to play as background during classroom work times. If your students create podcasts, design prompts to use as introductions and endings for their recordings.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Copilot for Educators: Transforming Teaching with AI - TeachersFirst
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from August 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey,...more
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Save time and enhance your teaching practice with your new AI teaching assistant: Microsoft Copilot! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn effective prompt engineering techniques you can use to generate lesson ideas, create differentiated materials, and develop scaffolded assessments aligned with learning objectives in minutes. Complete collaborative activities where you'll experiment with practical integration strategies that leverage Copilot as a teaching assistant while maintaining instructional integrity and addressing the unique needs of diverse learners. This session goes beyond basic operations to emphasize critical AI literacy, ethical considerations, and how to guide students in responsible AI use. Join us to discover how this powerful AI tool can transform your workflow while building essential skills for an AI-integrated educational landscape. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Craft effective prompts to generate differentiated classroom resources that meet diverse student needs. 2. Evaluate and refine AI-generated content while maintaining instructional integrity. 3. Design activities that develop student AI literacy and responsible use practices. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Save time and enhance your teaching practice with your new AI teaching assistant: Microsoft Copilot! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn effective prompt engineering techniques you can use to generate lesson ideas, create differentiated materials, and develop scaffolded assessments aligned with learning objectives in minutes. Complete collaborative activities where you'll experiment with practical integration strategies that leverage Copilot as a teaching assistant while maintaining instructional integrity and addressing the unique needs of diverse learners. This session goes beyond basic operations to emphasize critical AI literacy, ethical considerations, and how to guide students in responsible AI use. Join us to discover how this powerful AI tool can transform your workflow while building essential skills for an AI-integrated educational landscape. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Craft effective prompts to generate differentiated classroom resources that meet diverse student needs. 2. Evaluate and refine AI-generated content while maintaining instructional integrity. 3. Design activities that develop student AI literacy and responsible use practices. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (300), Microsoft (55), OK2Askarchive (87), professional development (318)
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The archive of this teacher-friendly, hands-on webinar will empower and inspire you to use learning technology in the classroom and for professional productivity. As appropriate, specific classroom examples and ideas have been shared. View the session with a few of your teaching colleagues to find and share new ideas. Once registered, find additional reference materials, tutorials, and how-to information to help you review or extend your knowledge from the session in the handout posted on the session landing page. Resources may include additional ideas and examples on integrating the tools and strategies shared in classroom instruction. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: AI-Enhanced Assessment Design: Reimagining Feedback and Evaluation - TeachersFirst
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from August 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey,...more
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Assessment is one of the most time-intensive and critical aspects of teaching--but artificial intelligence (AI) is changing that equation. In this dynamic workshop, we'll explore how education-focused AI tools can help you design more varied, accessible, and meaningful assessments that support student growth while saving valuable planning time. You'll gain hands-on experience with free, web-based AI resources that generate customized formative checks, rubrics, authentic performance tasks, and differentiated feedback aligned to your specific learning goals. Discover how to thoughtfully integrate these tools into your assessment strategies to meet diverse learner needs, encourage student reflection, and provide more timely guidance. Leave with practical strategies for balancing the efficiency of AI with your professional expertise to create assessment experiences that elevate student agency and engagement. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Design AI-enhanced assessments that align with standards while addressing diverse learning needs. 2. Use AI tools to create customized rubrics and feedback to make differentiation more manageable. 3. Develop strategies for thoughtfully integrating AI into assessment practices while maintaining instructional integrity. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Assessment is one of the most time-intensive and critical aspects of teaching--but artificial intelligence (AI) is changing that equation. In this dynamic workshop, we'll explore how education-focused AI tools can help you design more varied, accessible, and meaningful assessments that support student growth while saving valuable planning time. You'll gain hands-on experience with free, web-based AI resources that generate customized formative checks, rubrics, authentic performance tasks, and differentiated feedback aligned to your specific learning goals. Discover how to thoughtfully integrate these tools into your assessment strategies to meet diverse learner needs, encourage student reflection, and provide more timely guidance. Leave with practical strategies for balancing the efficiency of AI with your professional expertise to create assessment experiences that elevate student agency and engagement. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Design AI-enhanced assessments that align with standards while addressing diverse learning needs. 2. Use AI tools to create customized rubrics and feedback to make differentiation more manageable. 3. Develop strategies for thoughtfully integrating AI into assessment practices while maintaining instructional integrity. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (300), assessment (144), OK2Askarchive (87), professional development (318)
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The archive of this teacher-friendly, hands-on webinar will empower and inspire you to use learning technology in the classroom and for professional productivity. As appropriate, specific classroom examples and ideas have been shared. View the session with a few of your teaching colleagues to find and share new ideas. Once registered, find additional reference materials, tutorials, and how-to information to help you review or extend your knowledge from the session in the handout posted on the session landing page. Resources may include additional ideas and examples on integrating the tools and strategies shared in classroom instruction. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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A Vibration I Can See: Jazz in Leo Valledor's Art - Asian Art Museum
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This lesson plan explores the connection between abstract art and jazz through the works of Filipino American artist Leo Valledor. Students learn about Valledor's use of color, shape,...more
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This lesson plan explores the connection between abstract art and jazz through the works of Filipino American artist Leo Valledor. Students learn about Valledor's use of color, shape, and movement to create rhythm in his paintings, much like jazz musicians create rhythm in music. Teachers can use this resource to engage students in discussions about cross-cultural influences, abstract expressionism, and the role of music in visual art. Download the Teacher Packet to access five lessons correlated to Common Core Standards, each lesson is designed to take place over two fifty-minute class periods. Activities encourage creativity, critical thinking, and artistic expression, making it a valuable addition to art and humanities lessons for upper elementary and secondary students. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): artists (100), asia (138), colors (63), critical thinking (179), cross cultural understanding (178), jazz (17), painting (49), rhythm (22)
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Play different jazz songs while students create abstract artwork inspired by the music's rhythm, tempo, and mood. Discuss how different sounds influence their color choices, brushstrokes, and shapes. In small groups, students can take turns adding to a large abstract painting while listening to jazz, responding visually to one another's work in a musical jam session-like setting. Afterward, they reflect on how the collaborative process mirrored jazz improvisation. Students write a short poem or narrative inspired by one of Valledor's paintings, describing how the shapes and colors "sound" to them. They can personify the artwork as a piece of jazz music, imagining how it would move or feel if it were to come to life.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Kids Listen - Kids Listen
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K to 12
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Kids Listen is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting high-quality, screen-free audio content for children. Its website, kidslisten.org, serves as a curated hub for educators...more
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Kids Listen is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting high-quality, screen-free audio content for children. Its website, kidslisten.org, serves as a curated hub for educators and families, offering a diverse directory of kid-friendly podcasts categorized by age group (from preschoolers to teens) and themes such as science, history, storytelling, and social-emotional learning. Educators can explore shows like Circle Round (folktales), Tumble (science), and But Why (curiosity-driven Q&A), many of which include transcripts, discussion prompts, and classroom activity ideas. This resource is ideal for teachers seeking engaging, educational audio content to enhance literacy, critical thinking, and listening skills across various subjects and grade levels.
tag(s): critical thinking (179), folktales (35), listening (117), literacy (124), podcasts (163), social and emotional learning (195)
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Students can use Padlet reviewed here to post questions and comments. Students can use Google Keep reviewed here to keep a list of questions to ask for future episodes. Finally, students can use Google My Maps reviewed here to visit the places that are featured in some of the episodes.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Let's Learn Art - Let's Learn
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Let's Learn Art features interactive videos that invite students to explore their creativity through activities such as Let's Make Music, Let's Pretend, Let's Dance, and Let's...more
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Let's Learn Art features interactive videos that invite students to explore their creativity through activities such as Let's Make Music, Let's Pretend, Let's Dance, and Let's Create segments. Designed to engage young learners in imaginative play and artistic expression, the videos can be sorted by fun themes like Feelings, Colors, Animals, Transportation, My Five Senses, and more. With video lengths ranging from 1.5 to 13 minutes, this resource is perfect for integrating art, movement, and music into the early childhood classroom.
tag(s): creativity (84), recycling (45)
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Students can create videos singing the songs using Free Online Screen Recorder, reviewed here. After watching the informational videos (such as Recycling Ben), students can teach others about recycling. Finally, students can use WordClouds, reviewed here after watching the video titled "Singing about Where We Live" to share all the different places that they live and the languages that they know.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Engage & Inspire with Code.org - TeachersFirst
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Discover how Code.org's comprehensive platform can energize learning across all subjects and grade levels. Through hands-on exploration, you'll learn how to use students' intuitive programming tools to strengthen problem-solving skills and bring computational thinking into your curriculum. Whether you teach elementary science or high school literature, you'll leave with practical strategies that will engage students in coding while meeting your content area objectives. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Understand the fundamentals of Code.org resources and their applications across different grade levels and subject areas. 2. Learn strategies for scaffolding coding activities to meet diverse student needs and abilities. 3. Develop a plan to incorporate Code.org activities into their specific content area and grade level. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Discover how Code.org's comprehensive platform can energize learning across all subjects and grade levels. Through hands-on exploration, you'll learn how to use students' intuitive programming tools to strengthen problem-solving skills and bring computational thinking into your curriculum. Whether you teach elementary science or high school literature, you'll leave with practical strategies that will engage students in coding while meeting your content area objectives. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Understand the fundamentals of Code.org resources and their applications across different grade levels and subject areas. 2. Learn strategies for scaffolding coding activities to meet diverse student needs and abilities. 3. Develop a plan to incorporate Code.org activities into their specific content area and grade level. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): coding (109), computational thinking (45), OK2Askarchive (87), professional development (318)
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The archive of this teacher-friendly, hands-on webinar will empower and inspire you to use learning technology in the classroom and for professional productivity. As appropriate, specific classroom examples and ideas have been shared. View the session with a few of your teaching colleagues to find and share new ideas. Once registered, find additional reference materials, tutorials, and how-to information to help you review or extend your knowledge from the session in the handout posted on the session landing page. Resources may include additional ideas and examples on integrating the tools and strategies shared in classroom instruction. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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We Are Here - SmithsonianAPA
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This digital exhibit from the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center (APAC) is an interactive platform highlighting the diverse histories, cultures, and contributions of Asian American...more
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This digital exhibit from the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center (APAC) is an interactive platform highlighting the diverse histories, cultures, and contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities. The exhibit provides an immersive learning experience that fosters understanding and appreciation of AAPI experiences through multimedia storytelling, artwork, historical artifacts, and personal narratives. Educators can use this resource to engage students in discussions about identity, resilience, and cultural heritage while integrating primary sources and creative expressions into their lessons. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): artists (100), asia (138), authors (113), cultures (292), famous people (40), japan (62), japanese (53), multimedia (62), scientists (72)
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Have students illustrate an important moment in Asian American history, write a poem reflecting on identity and resilience, or ask them to research another cultural or historical movement that aligns with the themes in We Are Here (ex., the Civil Rights Movement, Indigenous history, or immigrant experiences). They can create a Venn diagram using Venn Diagram Creator reviewed here or infographic using Timeline Infographic Templates, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Jewish American Heritage Month - American Association of School Librarians
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The Jewish American Heritage Month page from the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) provides resources for educators to celebrate and explore Jewish Americans' rich history...more
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The Jewish American Heritage Month page from the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) provides resources for educators to celebrate and explore Jewish Americans' rich history and contributions. It highlights activities and educational materials that can be used to teach students about the Jewish American experience, fostering awareness and understanding in the classroom. You can find more detailed resources and ideas for promoting Jewish American Heritage Month on the site.
tag(s): composers (22), cultures (292), famous people (40), immigrants (51), immigration (85), inventors and inventions (88), jews (63), perspective (30), religions (120)
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Set up a gallery walk featuring famous Jewish Americans in literature, science, politics, and the arts (ex., Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Albert Einstein, Emma Lazarus). Students rotate, take notes, and discuss contributions. Have students read and analyze excerpts from Jewish American authors like Maurice Sendak (Where the Wild Things Are) or Emma Lazarus (The New Colossus). Discuss themes of immigration, identity, and resilience. Students can create a poem, illustration, or digital artwork using a tool such as Google Drawings, reviewed here honoring a Jewish American historical figure or cultural contribution, explaining their impact. Introduce students to Jewish American musicians like Irving Berlin or Bob Dylan. Play samples of their work and discuss how their heritage influenced their music and American culture.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Standing Together - SmithsonianAPA
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Celebrate the contributions of Asian-Pacific Americans by exploring this rich collection of digital exhibitions, educational resources, and cultural stories highlighting the history,...more
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Celebrate the contributions of Asian-Pacific Americans by exploring this rich collection of digital exhibitions, educational resources, and cultural stories highlighting the history, art, and contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. Teachers can access lesson plans, primary source materials, and multimedia content to integrate AAPI perspectives into their curriculum. The site also features interactive experiences and virtual programs that engage students in exploring diverse narratives. This resource fosters inclusive learning and deepens students' understanding of AAPI heritage in social studies, history, and language arts classrooms.
tag(s): artists (100), asia (138), cultures (292), japan (62), japanese (53), multimedia (62), poetry (196), virtual field trips (139)
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Have students explore APAC's digital exhibitions, such as We Are Here or A Day in the Queer Life of Asian Pacific America. Students can reflect on how artists express identity and create artwork representing their cultural heritage or personal identity. Using the "We Are Not a Stereotype" video series, students can watch a selected video and discuss how stereotypes impact Asian Pacific American communities. They can then create an awareness poster or infographic using Canva Infographic Creator reviewed here debunking a common stereotype. Ask students to research key moments in Asian Pacific American history using APAC's resources and create a visual timeline digitally using a resource such as Time Graphics Timeline Maker reviewed here that highlights significant events, figures, and contributions. Select a book from APAC's Learning Together recommendations to share with students or assign small groups different books, and have them present key themes, historical context, and connections to their own experiences or current events.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Mayan Crystal - Gen-Z Media
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3 to 7
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Step into the thrilling world of Mayan Crystal, an action-packed audio drama that takes listeners on an epic adventure deep into the heart of the Mayan jungle. Hosted on GZM ...more
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Step into the thrilling world of Mayan Crystal, an action-packed audio drama that takes listeners on an epic adventure deep into the heart of the Mayan jungle. Hosted on GZM Shows, this immersive story follows a brave young girl who unlocks an ancient power, setting off a high-stakes journey filled with mystery, danger, and mythical forces. With rich storytelling, cinematic sound design, and captivating performances, Mayan Crystal is perfect for listeners who love adventure, mythology, and a dash of magic. Ready to uncover the secrets of the Mayan world? Tune in now!
tag(s): mayans (32), mexico (70), mysteries (27), myths and legends (44)
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Have students research a Mayan myth or legend and turn it into a short comic strip. They can illustrate their own interpretation of the story or retell a scene from Mayan Crystal in comic form. The comic strip could also be made online using ToonyTool reviewed here or Canva Comic Strip Templates reviewed here. Since Mayan Crystal features immersive soundscapes, challenge your students to create their own sound effects for a short scene using everyday objects. They can record sounds or perform them live in small groups. Ask students to write a new ending or an extra scene for Mayan Crystal. How would they change the story if a key event had played out differently? Assign students different characters from the podcast and have them act out a key scene or participate in a mock interview as their character.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ancient Classic Maya Music - MexicoLore
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4 to 12
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The MexicoLore website's "Ancient Maya Music" section provides valuable resources for teachers exploring the role of music in Maya civilization. It covers the types of instruments used,...more
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The MexicoLore website's "Ancient Maya Music" section provides valuable resources for teachers exploring the role of music in Maya civilization. It covers the types of instruments used, their cultural and religious significance, and how music was integrated into ceremonies and daily life. The content is well-researched and includes images, expert insights, and interactive elements to engage students. This resource is ideal for supplementing lessons on the Maya, helping students connect with their traditions through the universal language of music.
tag(s): mayans (32), mexico (70), musical instruments (60)
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Students can research and identify different Maya musical instruments (drums, whistles, ocarinas, rattles). They can listen to recordings of similar instruments and discuss their sounds and possible uses. Students can make simple versions of Maya-style instruments using household materials (clay whistles, bottle maracas). Students can also explore how traditional Maya music has influenced modern music in Mexico and Central America. They can also research contemporary Maya communities still using ancient instruments and present their findings through a short slideshow using Google Slides reviewed here, a video using Vmaker, reviewed here, or a poster. Working in small groups, students can create a short musical performance inspired by Maya music. They can use simple percussion instruments, vocals, or even body percussion to replicate rhythmic patterns that might have been used in Maya ceremonies.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Griot tradition of West Africa - The Griot tradition of West Africa
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3 to 12
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The Griot tradition of West Africa featuring Sibo Bangoura is a six-minute video featuring Sibo playing the Kora. Sibo sings a traditional West African song called Nan Fulie, which...more
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The Griot tradition of West Africa featuring Sibo Bangoura is a six-minute video featuring Sibo playing the Kora. Sibo sings a traditional West African song called Nan Fulie, which focuses on the importance of the Griot people. He additionally features an improvisation on the Djembe.
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Students can learn about the musical instruments Sibo features. Students can compare and contrast Sibo to other African musicians using Google Drawings, reviewed here. Finally, students can use WordClouds, reviewed here to share their feelings and emotions while listening to the songs.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Teachers- Holocaust Museum Houston - Holocaust Museum Houston
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K to 12
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The Holocaust Museum Houston's Educators page provides a comprehensive collection of resources tailored for teachers at both elementary and secondary levels. It offers specialized lesson...more
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The Holocaust Museum Houston's Educators page provides a comprehensive collection of resources tailored for teachers at both elementary and secondary levels. It offers specialized lesson plans, classroom activities, and professional development opportunities to enhance Holocaust education. These materials are designed to support educators in delivering accurate and engaging content about the Holocaust, fostering critical thinking and empathy among students. Additionally, the museum provides contact information and avenues for further assistance, ensuring educators can access the support they need. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): critical thinking (179), ebooks (49), empathy (67), holocaust (41), immigrants (51), immigration (85), jews (63), professional development (318), religions (120)
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Using the museum's digital artifact collection, students can select an item (for example, a diary, identification card, or photograph) and analyze its significance. Then they can write a short reflection or narrative from the perspective of the artifact's owner. Students can examine examples of Nazi propaganda versus resistance writings (e.g., underground newspapers, speeches, or poems). They then create their counter-propaganda messages promoting human rights and resilience. Students research a current human rights issue and compare it to lessons learned from the Holocaust. They then design a "Take Action" campaign, including posters, social media posts, or letters advocating for change. Posters and social media templates can be found on Canva Edu, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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