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Using AI to Differentiate Lessons for ELLs: Live Demo & Expert Tips - AFT Share My Lesson
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3 to 12
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What if you could create personalized supports for every English Language Learner in your classroom without spending hours rewriting lessons? This practical and engaging video explores...more
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What if you could create personalized supports for every English Language Learner in your classroom without spending hours rewriting lessons? This practical and engaging video explores how artificial intelligence can help teachers differentiate instruction for ELL students more efficiently. Through real-world examples and demonstrations, educators learn how to use AI tools to adapt reading passages, simplify complex texts, generate vocabulary supports, create scaffolded activities, and provide language accommodations while maintaining grade-level expectations. The presenters emphasize that AI should enhance, not replace, teachers' expertise, helping educators save valuable planning time while making learning more accessible and engaging for multilingual learners. The strategies shared can be applied immediately to support language development, comprehension, and academic success across content areas. This video is hosted on YouTube. Schools and districts that restrict access to YouTube may need alternative access options or require content to be previewed before classroom use.
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tag(s): artificial intelligence (315), differentiation (97)
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Have students read the same content at different AI-generated reading levels. After reading, mixed-ability groups can discuss the main ideas and compare how the information was presented. This discussion helps all learners access grade-level concepts while building confidence and comprehension. Have students use AI-generated study guides that include simplified explanations, summaries, and comprehension questions. Students can review the material independently, then collaborate with classmates to deepen their understanding of the topic. Provide AI-generated writing supports such as sentence starters, paragraph frames, and model responses. Students can use these scaffolds to complete essays, reflections, or content-area writing assignments, gradually removing supports as their skills grow.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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AI for Differentiation in the Classroom: A Guide - Structural Learning
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Every classroom includes students with different readiness levels, interests, and learning needs, making differentiation both essential and time-consuming. This article from Structural...more
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Every classroom includes students with different readiness levels, interests, and learning needs, making differentiation both essential and time-consuming. This article from Structural Learning explores how artificial intelligence can help teachers streamline the differentiation process by generating tiered resources, scaffolds, adaptive questions, and personalized learning supports more efficiently. The article emphasizes that AI does not replace teacher expertise; instead, it serves as a tool that allows educators to spend less time creating multiple versions of materials and more time making instructional decisions that support student growth. Practical examples and research-based strategies demonstrate how AI can help teachers provide more accessible, responsive, and inclusive learning experiences while maintaining high expectations for all learners.
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tag(s): artificial intelligence (315), differentiation (97)
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After a lesson or reading assignment, have students work with the teacher to generate study guides that include vocabulary support, comprehension questions, summaries, and extension challenges. Students can choose the supports they need and reflect on which tools helped them learn most effectively. Set up learning stations that explore the same topic through different levels of support and challenge. One station may include guided questions and graphic organizers, another may focus on independent analysis, and a third may require students to apply concepts to a new situation or create an original product. Have students select a topic related to the current unit and develop a project that aligns with their learning needs and interests. AI-generated planning guides, research questions, and organizational tools help students work at an appropriate level while allowing for creativity and deeper exploration of the content. Learn more about how to use AI to differentiate instruction by watching the archive of OK2Ask: AI for Differentiation, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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How to Create Differentiated Multi-Level Lesson Plans with AI - GMind AI
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Differentiation is one of the most effective ways to meet the needs of diverse learners, but creating multiple versions of lessons can quickly become overwhelming. This video introduces...more
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Differentiation is one of the most effective ways to meet the needs of diverse learners, but creating multiple versions of lessons can quickly become overwhelming. This video introduces the GMind AI Multi-Level Lesson Planner, a tool designed to help teachers generate differentiated instructional materials in minutes, not hours. The presenter demonstrates how educators can enter lesson objectives, grade levels, and standards, then use AI to create multiple versions of activities, questions, and learning supports tailored to different student readiness levels. Teachers will see practical ways to personalize instruction, provide appropriate scaffolds, and maintain rigorous learning expectations while significantly reducing planning time. This resource is especially valuable for educators looking to make differentiation more manageable and accessible in today's diverse class. This video is hosted on YouTube; schools that restrict YouTube access may need an alternative method for viewing the content.
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tag(s): artificial intelligence (315), differentiation (97)
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After watching the video, have students work with a teacher-created lesson or reading passage and identify how it could be adapted for different learners. Small groups can create modifications for struggling readers, on-level learners, and advanced students, then compare their ideas with AI-generated suggestions. Have students act as teachers and use a planning template to create a mini-lesson for a younger grade. They must include at least three versions of an activity: one with extra support, one at grade level, and one enrichment option for advanced learners. Have students explore a content topic using a differentiated choice board that offers activities at varying levels of complexity. Using Adobe Express for Education, reviewed here, options may include creating an infographic, recording a podcast, designing a slideshow, writing a persuasive argument, or developing a teaching video. Students can select tasks that match their interests and learning preferences while demonstrating mastery of the content. Learn more about how to use AI to differentiate instruction by watching the archive of OK2Ask: AI for Differentiation, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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AI Tools for Differentiation - TeachersFirst
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K to 12
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Differentiation is one of the most powerful -- and time-consuming -- parts of teaching. Every classroom includes a wide range of readers, learners, and language levels, and meeting...more
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Differentiation is one of the most powerful -- and time-consuming -- parts of teaching. Every classroom includes a wide range of readers, learners, and language levels, and meeting each student where they are often means rewriting the same lesson multiple times before it ever reaches their desk. AI is changing that equation. Today's tools can quickly level texts, generate tiered assignments, adapt directions, and add scaffolded supports, allowing teachers to create differentiated materials in minutes instead of hours. The impact on students is immediate: when content aligns with their reading level and learning needs, they can access grade-level concepts, build confidence, and stay engaged. What once took hours of after-school prep can now happen in just a few clicks, making differentiation not just an ideal, but an everyday reality. This collection is designed to help you do just that, with practical, ready-to-use strategies for differentiating content, pacing, and support for every learner.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (315), differentiation (97)
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Use these free resources to quickly differentiate for all of your students' needs. Each resource includes classroom use ideas.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Conker AI - Conker
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Conker AI is an AI-powered quiz and assessment builder that helps educators quickly create custom formative assessments. By entering a topic, grade level, and number of questions, teachers...more
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Conker AI is an AI-powered quiz and assessment builder that helps educators quickly create custom formative assessments. By entering a topic, grade level, and number of questions, teachers can generate engaging question types such as multiple-choice, true/false, and short-answer that align with lesson goals. The platform also provides access to a large library of standards-aligned quizzes and includes accessibility features, such as read-aloud options, to support diverse learners. Share completed quizzes with students via a direct link or by exporting to tools such as Google Forms or Canvas, making assessment creation faster and more efficient.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (315), assessment (143)
In the Classroom
Use Conker to create short exit tickets or bell ringers tied to the day's lesson. Generate leveled quizzes on the same topic for different reading or skill levels. Have students help write quiz questions based on a text, unit, or experiment, then input them into Conker with teacher guidance. Use Conker to build quizzes that blend subjects, such as reading passages with science or social studies content, reinforcing literacy skills while extending content knowledge.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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PHET Chemistry Simulations - PHET Interactive Simulations
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6 to 12
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PhET Interactive Simulations. reviewed here, offers a large collection of free, research-based chemistry simulations that bring molecular-level interactions...more
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PhET Interactive Simulations. reviewed here, offers a large collection of free, research-based chemistry simulations that bring molecular-level interactions to life for students in middle school through college. These HTML5 simulations allow users to experiment with concepts such as atomic structure, states of matter, and chemical reactions in a safe, virtual laboratory environment. Users can build atoms by dragging subatomic particles, visualize how molecules change under pressure, or balance chemical equations with real-time visual feedback. The site uses an inquiry-based approach, in which learners manipulate variables -- such as temperature or concentration -- and immediately see the scientific results. For teachers, the platform provides thousands of free, community-contributed lesson plans and transition guides to help integrate these interactive models into existing curricula available after creating a free account.
tag(s): acids and bases (9), atoms (45), cells (79), energy (139), light (59), matter (52), molecules (43), STEM (371)
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Use a chemistry simulation from PhET as a guided-inquiry tool during instruction. After a brief whole-class introduction, have students explore a focused challenge tied to your objective and record patterns or claims supported by evidence from the simulation. Students can share screenshots and explanations on Whiteboard.chat, reviewed here or respond to a quick formative check in Google Forms, reviewed here. To extend learning, students can create a short multimedia explanation using Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here to demonstrate and explain their results.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Ideaogram.AI Explore - Ideaogram
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Ideogram.ai Explore is a web-based generative AI tool that allows users to create high-quality images from simple text prompts, turning ideas into custom visuals in seconds. The platform...more
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Ideogram.ai Explore is a web-based generative AI tool that allows users to create high-quality images from simple text prompts, turning ideas into custom visuals in seconds. The platform is especially strong at generating images with clear, readable text, making it useful for posters, diagrams, titles, and graphic design. With an intuitive interface and both free and premium options, Ideogram.ai can support classroom activities by helping teachers and students visualize concepts, enhance storytelling, and design creative visuals across subject areas.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (315), creativity (87), graphic design (51), images (268), photography (136)
In the Classroom
Have students generate an image from a short prompt, then write a narrative, descriptive paragraph, or poem inspired by the scene. Have students use the tool to design posters with clear text and visuals for science concepts, vocabulary, or historical events. Students can design book covers, story settings, or title pages for independent reading books or class novels.Edge Features:
Parent permission advised before posting student work created using this tool
Includes Interaction w general public/ public galleries with unmoderated content
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Google A to Z: Tools, Extensions, Programs & Courses - Monica Isabel Martinez
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This Google document is a curated A-Z collection of Google tools, extensions, programs, and professional learning resources designed to support teaching and learning. It highlights...more
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This Google document is a curated A-Z collection of Google tools, extensions, programs, and professional learning resources designed to support teaching and learning. It highlights Google Workspace for Education as a free foundation for collaboration and communication, along with additional classroom-ready Google tools and Chrome extensions that enhance browser functionality. The document also directs educators to Google Educator Programs and Courses for professional growth and provides links to stay connected with Google for Education resources. Overall, it serves as a practical reference for teachers looking to integrate Google tools into instruction and streamline digital workflows.
tag(s): collaboration (116), communication (122), organizational skills (90), professional development (319), Teacher Utilities (216)
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Have students work together in Google Docs or Slides to co-author stories, research reports, or presentations, using comments and suggestions to give peer feedback and revise their work. Pair Google Search tools and Chrome extensions with structured research tasks to help students learn to find reliable sources, organize notes, and cite information correctly. Offer optional challenges using advanced tools or extensions, such as building tutorials, designing templates for classmates, or completing Google Educator mini-courses to deepen technology skills.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Great Lakes Now: Collection 4 - Great Lakes Now
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5 to 8
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Great Lakes Now Collection 4 is a free website based on the prior knowledge introduced in Collections 1-3. New lessons are posted each month to continue building upon knowledge of ...more
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Great Lakes Now Collection 4 is a free website based on the prior knowledge introduced in Collections 1-3. New lessons are posted each month to continue building upon knowledge of the Great Lakes. Lessons posted in Collection 4 include Recovering Renewable Resources, Solar Power in Every Season, Bringing Back Buffalo Reef, Citizen Science in the Great Lakes, Venomous Fish, and more. There are usually four activities for each topic presented.
tag(s): climate change (112), reefs (8), solar energy (35), water (105)
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Students can engage with the lessons presented in Collection 4 and further their learning by participating in lessons from the other Collections offered. Students can create a public service announcement using Adobe Podcast reviewed here sharing everything that they have learned about the Great Lakes. Students can present the information learned by creating a book in Book Creator reviewed here or using Google Slides.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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16 Habits of the Mind: Communicating with Clarity and Precision - WonderGrove Kids
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This short YouTube video introduces one of the Habits of the Mind, "Communicating with Clarity and Precision." It explains how effective thinkers and learners strive to express their...more
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This short YouTube video introduces one of the Habits of the Mind, "Communicating with Clarity and Precision." It explains how effective thinkers and learners strive to express their ideas clearly, use accurate language, and avoid vague or confusing statements. The video encourages students to choose precise words, organize their thoughts before speaking or writing, and communicate in ways that help others understand their ideas. It emphasizes that clear communication improves problem-solving, collaboration, and learning by allowing people to share their thinking more effectively and avoid misunderstandings.
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tag(s): thinking routines (36), thinking skills (117)
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Write several vague sentences on the board, such as "The thing was big" or "She did something nice." In small groups, have students rewrite each sentence in clearer, more precise language. Provide students with a short paragraph that contains vague words such as "stuff," "things," "a lot," or "very." Students can revise the paragraph by replacing these words with more specific vocabulary. Ask students a question related to a text or topic they are studying. First, have students think silently about their answer. Then have them explain their idea to a partner using complete sentences and clear reasoning. Partners can listen and ask clarifying questions if something is unclear.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Photos for Class - StoryboardThat
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Find free, safe educational images with the Photos for Class search tool. Find age-appropriate images fueled by Pixabay SafeSearch and proprietary filters, including automatic citations,...more
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Find free, safe educational images with the Photos for Class search tool. Find age-appropriate images fueled by Pixabay SafeSearch and proprietary filters, including automatic citations, and are licensed by Creative Commons for public use. Begin by typing your search term or using the microphone. Select an image to add to a StoryBoardThat comic, reviewed here or download to your device. Use the three dots in the caption to follow the link to view the image on Pixabay, reviewed here.
tag(s): copyright (42), creative commons (28), images (268)
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Include a link to Photos for Class on student computers and your class website, along with other free image sites such as Pixabay, reviewed here and Unsplash, reviewed here. Find additional resources on the TeachersFirst Free Image Resources Special Topics Page, reviewed here. Use images for any purpose, including multimedia projects created with Canva Docs, reviewed here and Sway, reviewed here. Use the included citations to teach students about the ethical use of digital resources.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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PHET Earth and Space Simulations - PHET Interactive Simulations
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PHET Interactive Simulations, reviewed here offers many simulations with the topic of earth and space as part of its larger collection of simulations....more
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PHET Interactive Simulations, reviewed here offers many simulations with the topic of earth and space as part of its larger collection of simulations. The simulations cover topics such as gravity, the solar system, waves, and more. After opening any resource, find information with sample learning goals and inclusive features. Create a free account to access teaching resources, including in-depth information about the simulation, usage suggestions, and additional activities.
tag(s): density (21), electricity (63), gravity (52), magnetism (38), matter (52), molecules (43), solar system (125), space (248), waves (14)
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Include simulations to introduce new topics and extend learning through hands-on exploration activities. Many of the simulations include an introductory exploration feature that gives students time to explore and develop questions for further inquiry. When available, use the links to Wayground (formerly Quizizz), reviewed here to provide students with self-directed and self-graded questions correlating to the activity.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Animal Humane Society - Animal Humane Society
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K to 12
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The Animal Humane Society features an Educator Resource section that allows students to gather information on animal well-being for a school project, to look for a service project,...more
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The Animal Humane Society features an Educator Resource section that allows students to gather information on animal well-being for a school project, to look for a service project, or to search for engaging animal-related learning activities. Scroll to the bottom to find activities that include lesson plans, games, story time, crafts, and more for students in grades K through 12. Some of the videos are available in Spanish. Check with your district to ensure you can view the YouTube videos provided by the site.
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Students can use Vmaker, reviewed here to make a public service announcement on how to care for animals. Students can virtually interview a veterinarian. Students can look at the service projects, such as a bake sale or car wash, to help the Animal Humane Society.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Radiolab - WNYC Studios
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Radiolab for Kids is a kid-friendly podcast series from WNYC Studios that features engaging audio stories about science, nature, and the world around us. Each episode uses rich sound...more
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Radiolab for Kids is a kid-friendly podcast series from WNYC Studios that features engaging audio stories about science, nature, and the world around us. Each episode uses rich sound design and narrative storytelling to explore fascinating topics such as animal behavior, unusual natural phenomena, and surprising scientific discoveries, sparking curiosity and wonder in young listeners. This collection highlights episodes appropriate for children and families, making it a helpful resource for classroom listening, discussion starters, and inquiry-based learning across science and literacy topics.
tag(s): animals (275), moon (87), podcasts (165), space (248), volcanoes (62)
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Choose one concept from an episode and have students research a related question using age-appropriate sources. They can create a short poster or slide explaining what they found using Canva, reviewed here. In small groups, have students script and record a one-minute audio segment using Buzzsprout, reviewed here to explain a science question of their choice using storytelling and sound effects, modeled after the podcast's style. Have students draw or diagram what they picture as they listen, and label the parts using details from the episode. They can share how sound effects and narration helped them visualize scientific ideas.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Name Selection Tool
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SkyFrost is a simple, free online tool created by a teacher to help with classroom management by randomly selecting names from a list, which can be useful for calling on ...more
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SkyFrost is a simple, free online tool created by a teacher to help with classroom management by randomly selecting names from a list, which can be useful for calling on students, forming groups, or choosing volunteers. The Name Selection Tool lets you input a list of names, randomly pick one, and remove selected names from the pool. It also lets you drag and drop names between lists and display the selected name on a separate screen, which is helpful for classrooms with dual displays. The site is lightweight, runs entirely in your browser without uploading any data, and can even be saved locally for offline use, making it a practical classroom resource for promoting fairness and engagement in participation.
tag(s): classroom management (136), Teacher Utilities (216)
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Use the tool to randomly call on students during discussions so everyone has an equal chance to share ideas. Ask a fun or reflective question, such as "What is one goal for today?" or "What is one thing you learned yesterday?" Then use SkyFrost to select the students who will respond. Let the tool choose team leaders, helpers, or presenters for activities, review games, or classroom jobs to keep things fun and unbiased.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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MIT Haystack Observatory K-12 STEM Lesson Plans - MIT OpenCourseWare
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The MIT Haystack Observatory K-12 STEM Lesson Plans page on MIT OpenCourseWare offers a free collection of classroom-ready STEM lessons designed to help high school teachers bring real...more
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The MIT Haystack Observatory K-12 STEM Lesson Plans page on MIT OpenCourseWare offers a free collection of classroom-ready STEM lessons designed to help high school teachers bring real scientific concepts into their science curriculum. Developed with input from Haystack researchers and classroom teachers, these lessons focus on topics like electromagnetic waves, optics, and molecular chemistry through engaging activities tied to atmospheric and astronomical research. All lesson plans have been successfully used in high school settings and align with current science curriculum goals, making them practical, standards-aware resources that enhance instruction without requiring substantial additional prep. The materials were created through a National Science Foundation-funded Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) program.
tag(s): atmosphere (25), molecules (43), OER (51), optics (14), STEM (371)
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Start a unit by showing students how scientists use electromagnetic waves or telescopes to study space and Earth's atmosphere. Use one of the inquiry-based lessons as a hook to spark curiosity and connect science to real research. Set up activity stations from the lesson plans that allow students to explore optics, waves, or molecular concepts through experiments and simulations. Challenge students to modify an activity or create their own experiment using the same scientific principles.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Thermodynamics and Climate Change - MIT OpenCourseWare
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The Thermodynamics and Climate Change course on MIT OpenCourseWare is a high-school-level educational resource that explores the three laws of thermodynamics and applies them to understanding...more
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The Thermodynamics and Climate Change course on MIT OpenCourseWare is a high-school-level educational resource that explores the three laws of thermodynamics and applies them to understanding global warming, energy systems, and climate science. Students engage with core concepts such as entropy, enthalpy, and heat transfer while also learning about modern technologies, including fuel cells, heat pumps, and renewable energy storage, supported by readings, problem sets, coding labs, and instructor insights. This free, self-guided curriculum provides a rigorous introduction to how physics and engineering principles help explain and address climate change, making it a valuable enrichment tool for advanced science learners.
tag(s): climate change (112), engineering (141), OER (51), STEM (371)
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Show a short segment or graphic from the course, and have students discuss how energy transfer affects real-world climate events such as heat waves, melting ice, and extreme storms. Students can research the renewable energy technologies mentioned in the course (heat pumps, solar, fuel cells) and explain how thermodynamics makes them work. Use temperature or climate data to help students interpret trends and connect them to energy and heat transfer concepts.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Girls Who Build: Make Your Own Wearables Workshop - MIT OpenCourseWare
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The Girls Who Build: Make Your Own Wearables Workshop on MIT OpenCourseWare is a high-school-level educational resource that shares materials from a hands-on workshop designed to introduce...more
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The Girls Who Build: Make Your Own Wearables Workshop on MIT OpenCourseWare is a high-school-level educational resource that shares materials from a hands-on workshop designed to introduce students, especially girls, to engineering, computer science, and wearable technology. Participants explore the design process, learn 3D modeling and CAD, build and code wearable electronics, and engage in projects like designing 3D-printed bracelets and laser-cut purses, all while gaining exposure to real-world engineering tools and concepts. The site includes a syllabus, schedule, instructor insights, activity guides, and images, making it useful for educators looking to understand or adapt the workshop for their own students.
tag(s): engineering (141), OER (51), STEM (371), women (189)
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Show photos and examples from the workshop and let students brainstorm their own wearable technology ideas using paper sketches or digital drawing tools such as Google Drawings, reviewed here or Tinkercad, reviewed here. Use the workshop story to discuss engineering, fashion technology, and computer science careers, highlighting how creativity and problem-solving work together in real-world design. Students can design wearable accessories using craft materials, focusing on function, style, and user needs without electronics.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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ChemLab Boot Camp - MIT OpenCourseWare
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The ChemLab Boot Camp on MIT OpenCourseWare is a free, high-school-level resource that follows a group of MIT freshmen as they learn essential chemistry lab techniques through an intensive...more
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The ChemLab Boot Camp on MIT OpenCourseWare is a free, high-school-level resource that follows a group of MIT freshmen as they learn essential chemistry lab techniques through an intensive four-week course modeled on MIT's 5.301 Chemistry Lab Techniques class. The site features a series of engaging demonstration videos that document students' challenges and successes in real laboratory practice, making it a valuable look at hands-on scientific learning and experimental procedures. Note that while the content is educational, the experiments shown involve potentially hazardous procedures and are not intended for unsupervised replication in typical classroom settings. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
tag(s): experiments (66), OER (51)
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Show short video clips of MIT students learning lab techniques, and have students identify what went well, what went wrong, and the safety steps used to resolve the problem. Use the videos to prompt small-group discussions about problem-solving, perseverance, and scientific teamwork. Students can reflect on how scientists learn from mistakes. Students can create posters, slides, or digital infographics using a digital tool such as Genially, reviewed here, highlighting important lab safety rules they observed in the videos.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Chandra Astrophysics Institute - MIT OpenCourseWare
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The Chandra Astrophysics Institute on MIT OpenCourseWare provides free access to materials from a high-school-level astronomy program originally sponsored by the Chandra X-ray Observatory...more
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The Chandra Astrophysics Institute on MIT OpenCourseWare provides free access to materials from a high-school-level astronomy program originally sponsored by the Chandra X-ray Observatory and run by the MIT Kavli Institute for Astrophysics and Space Research. The site includes a year-long curriculum with hands-on investigations into astronomical topics such as size and distance in space, light and color, production of light, supernova remnants, variable X-ray sources, and galaxy clusters, complete with activities, assignments, and lecture videos that model authentic scientific inquiry and data analysis. Students explore real astronomical observations and develop research skills, making this a rich resource for supporting physics or astronomy units in your classroom. If your district blocks YouTube, then the videos may not be viewable.
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tag(s): colors (63), data (205), light (59), OER (51), Research (86), space (248)
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Use the Chandra X-ray images and datasets as a "space mystery" warm-up where students observe, describe, and infer what they think is happening in a nebula, galaxy cluster, or supernova remnant before learning the science behind it. Incorporate the program's lessons on light production and spectra into a hands-on investigation where students experiment with prisms or digital spectrum tools and connect their results to how astronomers study stars. Assign small groups different cosmic phenomena (black holes, supernovae, galaxy clusters) using Chandra resources and have them create short presentations using Visme AI Presentation Creator, reviewed here explaining what X-ray astronomy reveals that visible light cannot.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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