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QuestaGame - QuestaGame
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4 to 12
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QuestaGame is an interactive website and mobile app that encourages students to explore the outdoors by photographing plants, animals, and other living things they find in nature. Players...more
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QuestaGame is an interactive website and mobile app that encourages students to explore the outdoors by photographing plants, animals, and other living things they find in nature. Players upload their sightings, identify species, and earn points while contributing real data that scientists can use to study biodiversity. The game combines citizen science, environmental education, and friendly competition, making it a fun way to build observation skills, learn about ecosystems, and develop an appreciation for the natural world. This activity can be used in science, environmental studies, or outdoor learning activities to motivate students to explore their surroundings.
tag(s): animals (278), biodiversity (40), citizen science (43), DAT device agnostic tool (132), data (209), ecosystems (108), game based learning (315), plants (142), species (16)
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Take students outside to the playground, schoolyard, or nearby park and have them photograph as many different plants, insects, or animals as they can find. Students can upload their observations to the app and try to correctly identify each species. Afterward, discuss which organisms were most common and what this shows about the local ecosystem. Assign small groups different habitats such as grass, trees, garden areas, or pavement edges. Students can record and upload species found in their assigned area, then compare their results with those of other groups to see how living things change depending on the environment. Have students try to earn points by correctly identifying species and contributing useful data. Set a class goal such as reaching a certain number of observations or finding a certain number of different species.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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Adobe Express Slow Motion Video - Adobe
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K to 12
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The Adobe Express slow-motion video tool allows teachers and students to easily change the speed of a video clip online without needing advanced editing software. Users can upload a...more
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The Adobe Express slow-motion video tool allows teachers and students to easily change the speed of a video clip online without needing advanced editing software. Users can upload a video, choose from different speed settings to slow down or speed up the clip, preview the changes, and download the finished video for sharing or further editing. This feature is part of the free Adobe Express video editor, which also includes options to trim clips, mute audio, and apply additional effects, making it useful for creating presentations, demonstrations, and student projects.
tag(s): creating media (17), digital storytelling (172), editing (95), stories and storytelling (78)
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Have students record short videos of fast actions, such as dropping a ball, snapping their fingers, or pouring water, and then use the slow-motion tool to analyze what really happens. They can write observations explaining what they notice in slow motion that they could not see at normal speed. Students can record themselves acting out a scene from a story or reading dialogue, then slow down parts to practice expression, pacing, and pronunciation. In PE, health, or science, students can record movements such as throwing, jumping, or balancing. Using slow motion, they study body position and explain how motion, force, or balance works.Edge Features:
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Better Planet Education - Better Planet Education
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3 to 8
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The Better Planet Education website provides environmental education resources designed to help students learn about conservation, sustainability, wildlife, and climate issues. The...more
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The Better Planet Education website provides environmental education resources designed to help students learn about conservation, sustainability, wildlife, and climate issues. The Learning Hub section allows students to explore fact sheets, videos, activities, learning packs, and downloads on topics such as animals, energy, recycling, habitats, and climate change, with materials organized by age level. The Teach section includes free lesson plans, assembly presentations, and classroom resources for educators, many of which include teacher notes, experiments, and ready-to-use activities that connect to science and geography topics. These sections make the site especially useful for teachers seeking ready-made environmental lessons, background information, and student activities to support classroom learning about the natural world.
tag(s): animals (278), climate change (110), conservation (110), energy (140), habitats (105), recycling (47), STEM (374), sustainability (55)
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Assign small groups different topics from the Learning Hub, such as climate change, habitats, recycling, oceans, or endangered animals. Have students rotate through stations, read fact sheets, watch short videos, and record key facts. Finish with a class share in which each group teaches their topic. Use one of the ready-made lessons from the Teach section, then extend it with a hands-on activity, such as a recycling sort, an energy-saving checklist, or a habitat model. Students can write a reflection explaining what they learned and why the topic matters. Have students use information from the Learning Hub to create short presentations or slideshows using Adobe Express for Education, reviewed here about an environmental issue. They can present to the class, another grade, or during a morning meeting to practice speaking and teaching others.
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Buffer - Buffer
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K to 12
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Buffer is a social media management platform that simplifies planning and sharing content across multiple networks. The free version allows you to connect up to three social media channels,...more
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Buffer is a social media management platform that simplifies planning and sharing content across multiple networks. The free version allows you to connect up to three social media channels, such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, or LinkedIn, and maintain a queue of ten scheduled posts per channel at any given time by clicking the Manage Channels button at the bottom of the dashboard and authorizing each platform. Navigate to the Posting Schedule under each channel's settings to designate specific days and times for your updates to go live automatically.
tag(s): communication (126), social media (63)
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Use Buffer as a time-saving resource to maintain a professional, consistent social media presence for a classroom or school organization without having to post manually throughout the day. Teachers can dedicate a single planning block to batch-scheduling a week's worth of reminders, student shout-outs, and curriculum updates, ensuring parents and the community stay informed. To create visuals for these updates, design custom graphics or short promotional clips using Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here. Once these visuals are ready, users can upload them to Buffer with captions that link back to a more detailed classroom site created with Google Sites, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Frayer Model - A Tool to Explain Concepts - Byrdseed, LLC
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K to 12
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Frayer Models are popular teaching tools. This article explains how to use Frayer Models to go beyond defining vocabulary and terms and to use them as a powerful method for ...more
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Frayer Models are popular teaching tools. This article explains how to use Frayer Models to go beyond defining vocabulary and terms and to use them as a powerful method for fully explaining concepts. The author shares a brief history of the introduction of Frayer Models, a video explanation of the concept, and many fully developed examples of how to explain concepts in depth using the four components of the Frayer Model. You can also download a free, ready-to-use PDF organizer template to get started in your classroom immediately.
tag(s): graphic organizers (57), professional development (322), thinking skills (130), visual thinking (16), vocabulary (252), vocabulary development (102)
In the Classroom
After spending time learning how to use Frayer Models to develop larger concepts, use this model to introduce big idea vocabulary or complex themes at the start of a new unit. Instead of a standard worksheet, have students collaborate on a digital version of the organizer. After exploring the characteristics of a concept on the site, students can build an interactive infographic using Genially reviewed here to visualize their definitions and examples with embedded media. For a math or science lesson, students could analyze a concept like polygons or mammals and then create a digital concept map in MindMup reviewed here to show how different subtopics branch off from the core definition. To wrap up the activity, have the class vote on the best non-examples provided by their peers to ensure everyone truly understands the term's boundaries.
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EduProtocol Video Playlist - Marlena Hebern
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K to 12
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This YouTube playlist features instructional videos and demonstrations focused on EduProtocols, a set of free, customizable lesson frames designed to maximize student engagement and...more
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This YouTube playlist features instructional videos and demonstrations focused on EduProtocols, a set of free, customizable lesson frames designed to maximize student engagement and minimize teacher prep time. These strategies work across all grade levels and subject areas, shifting the focus from content delivery to active information processing. The videos break down popular protocols like the Fast and the Curious for vocabulary mastery, Iron Chef for collaborative research, and Cyber Sandwich for comparative writing. Each segment offers clear, step-by-step guidance on setting up the templates and implementing the routines in the classroom. Because these are hosted on YouTube, check to ensure your district doesn't block the site so you can access these helpful visual guides.
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tag(s): critical thinking (187), professional development (322), thinking skills (130), visual thinking (16)
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Use this playlist as a helpful tool to learn about and successfully implement EduProtocols in your classroom. Learn more about EduProtocols by watching the archive of OK2Ask: EduProtocols for Student Engagement & Choice reviewed here. Extend learning after using EduProtocols by using resources such as Snorkl reviewed here to record brief explanations of student thinking, allowing you to see their logic in real time and check for understanding.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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EduProtocol Plus Sampler - EduProtocols Plus
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Access several support materials for EduProtocols with a free email signup to the EduProtocols Plus site. Materials include video and guiding documents for new users, eight lesson design...more
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Access several support materials for EduProtocols with a free email signup to the EduProtocols Plus site. Materials include video and guiding documents for new users, eight lesson design templates, book study materials, and more. The templates are available in Google Slides and include protocol directions, sample prompts, and a smart-start lesson plan. Sample live show recordings provide valuable visuals to help new (and returning) users plan and implement EduProtocols effectively to achieve deep student learning. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): critical thinking (187), teaching strategies (77), thinking routines (50), thinking skills (130), visual thinking (16)
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Learn more about EduProtocols by watching the archive of OK2Ask: EduProtocols for Student Engagement & Choice reviewed here. Some of the protocols ask students to add an image; consider creating a folder for students to access free, copyright-free images using pictures available from resources on TeachersFirst Special Topics Page: Free Image Resources reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Language: Revising for Concision and Clarity - Purdue University College of Liberal Arts
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5 to 12
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The Purdue OWL Revising for Clarity page explains how writers can improve their work by making their messages clearer, more direct, and easier for readers to understand. The guide focuses...more
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The Purdue OWL Revising for Clarity page explains how writers can improve their work by making their messages clearer, more direct, and easier for readers to understand. The guide focuses on revising writing with the audience in mind and checking language, tone, word choice, and organization so the message is simple and effective. It encourages writers to remove unnecessary words, avoid jargon or cliches, and use precise vocabulary so readers can quickly understand the purpose. The site is part of Purdue University's OWL writing resources, which provide step-by-step strategies to help students revise drafts and produce stronger, more professional writing.
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Students can revise unclear or wordy sentences by rewriting them with shorter, more precise language and comparing their revisions with classmates to see which version is easiest to understand. They can also improve a paragraph by highlighting confusing or repetitive parts, rewriting it with better organization and word choice, and then editing a partner's work using a checklist that looks for long sentences, unnecessary words, and unclear ideas. To extend the lesson, students can rotate through revision stations to practice shortening sentences, replacing weak words, and adjusting their writing for different audiences so the message is clear to every reader. Another option is a peer-editing activity using a checklist based on the website ideas.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Plain Language Guide Series - Digital.gov
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6 to 12
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The Plain Language Guide on Digital.gov provides strategies for writing and speaking in a way that is clear, organized, and easy for readers to understand. The site explains that plain...more
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The Plain Language Guide on Digital.gov provides strategies for writing and speaking in a way that is clear, organized, and easy for readers to understand. The site explains that plain language means using words, sentences, and design that help the audience understand the message the first time they read or hear it. The guide includes principles such as writing for your audience, using simple vocabulary, keeping sentences short, and organizing information to make it easy to follow. It also explains why clear communication is important for learning, problem-solving, and avoiding misunderstandings, making the resource useful for teachers who want students to practice precise speaking and writing across subjects.
tag(s): thinking routines (50), thinking skills (130)
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Give students a paragraph written with long sentences, difficult vocabulary, or confusing wording. Have students rewrite the paragraph using plain-language rules, such as shorter sentences, simpler words, and clearer organization. Have students write step-by-step directions for a simple task such as making a sandwich, playing a game, or using classroom materials. Then another student tries to follow the directions exactly as written. If the directions are confusing, the writer revises them using plain-language tips, such as putting the main idea first and using clear action words. Students can write a short explanation of the same topic for different audiences, such as a kindergarten student, a classmate, and a teacher. They must adjust word choice and sentence structure so that each audience can understand the message on the first reading.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Communicating with Clarity and Precision - scribd
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Thinking and Communicating with Clarity and Precision is a discussion guide based on the Habits of Mind framework that helps students develop the ability to express ideas accurately,...more
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Thinking and Communicating with Clarity and Precision is a discussion guide based on the Habits of Mind framework that helps students develop the ability to express ideas accurately, organize their thinking, and use precise language in speaking and writing. The guide focuses on avoiding vague or exaggerated statements and encourages students to support their ideas with clear explanations, specific details, and careful word choice. It includes reflection questions, discussion prompts, and activities that help students practice listening carefully, explain their reasoning, and improve communication skills important across all subject areas. These skills support critical thinking, reduce misunderstandings, and help students become more confident learners and communicators. The guide is available with a 30-day free trial, allowing educators to explore the Habits of Mind resources before subscribing.
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Students can sort examples of clear and vague statements and rewrite the unclear ones using more precise language to help them understand the difference between general and specific communication. Teachers can have students participate in an "explain your thinking" activity in which they answer questions using complete sentences and include reasons or evidence to support their ideas. Include partner discussions in which one student explains a concept while the other asks clarifying questions to help make the explanation more accurate and detailed.
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Thinking and Communicating with Clarity Discussion Guide - WonderGroveLearn
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The Thinking and Communicating with Clarity and Precision Discussion Guide is a resource designed to help students develop stronger communication and thinking skills through the Habits...more
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The Thinking and Communicating with Clarity and Precision Discussion Guide is a resource designed to help students develop stronger communication and thinking skills through the Habits of Mind framework created by Arthur Costa and Bena Kallick. The discussion prompts and reflection questions encourage students to explain ideas, analyze language, and participate in structured conversations. The guide focuses on helping students organize their thinking, avoid vague language, and communicate ideas clearly in both speaking and writing. By emphasizing clarity and precision, the resource supports critical thinking, effective communication, and collaborative discussion in the classroom.
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Provide students with several sample statements that include vague language (for example, "The story was really good and had a lot of stuff happening"). In small groups, have students rewrite the sentences to make them clearer and more precise. Provide a short paragraph that includes unclear wording or unnecessary details. Students can work individually or in pairs to revise the paragraph so it communicates the message clearly and precisely. Ask students to reflect on a time when they had difficulty explaining an idea clearly. Students can write or discuss how using clearer language or more specific details could have improved the situation.
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ludwig.guru - Ludwig
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Ludwig.guru is an online writing tool that helps users improve their English sentences by showing real examples from reliable sources such as newspapers, academic papers, and other...more
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Ludwig.guru is an online writing tool that helps users improve their English sentences by showing real examples from reliable sources such as newspapers, academic papers, and other well-edited texts. Users can type a word, phrase, or full sentence, and the site provides contextualized examples, grammar suggestions, and alternative ways to phrase ideas. The platform also includes tools for grammar checking, paraphrasing, editing longer texts, and translating sentences while keeping correct usage and tone. Teachers and students can use Ludwig to check whether a sentence sounds natural, explore vocabulary and sentence structure, and strengthen academic writing skills.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (339), editing (95), grammar (140), grammar review (33)
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Provide students with simple or awkward sentences from a draft piece of writing. Have students enter the sentence into ludwig.guru and review example sentences from real sources. Choose a vocabulary word that students are learning. Students can search the word on ludwig.guru to see how it appears in authentic sentences. Give students two or three similar sentences with slightly different wording. Students can search key phrases on ludwig.guru to see which wording appears more natural in real writing.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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GearSketch - GearSketch
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GearSketch is an online environment for users to explore and experiment with drawing and connecting gears. No registration is required to begin using this site. Draw a circle to create...more
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GearSketch is an online environment for users to explore and experiment with drawing and connecting gears. No registration is required to begin using this site. Draw a circle to create a gear, then click on the outside edge of the gear to draw a line that determines whether the gear rotates clockwise or counterclockwise. Click play to see your gear turn. Add additional gears and move them to fit together or inside of each other to see the gears interact. Users can also draw a circle around gears that don't fit together to create a chain and see how the gears work together. The more you add, the more engaging this site becomes! Although GearSketch doesn't offer registration, users can share boards using the link found in the cloud icon at the top of the site.
tag(s): engineering (141), forces (48), inquiry (38), motion (56), simple machines (22), STEM (374)
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Before sharing this site with students, choose the question mark icon to demonstrate how to build gears and use the available features. The best way for students to engage with and learn about gears is to provide exploration time and ask them to share their findings. Consider using ChatGPT reviewed here or a similar AI chat tool to create a set of questions for students to explore after they have spent time with the site. Questions can include how gears interact, whether size affects speed, and the changes that occur when multiple gears work together. As an extension, have students create and share their GearSketch project that meets parameters, such as designing a gear train that makes the final gear turn twice as fast as the first, or building a system that reverses direction with exactly three gears.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Thinking and Communicating With Clarity and Precision - Habits of Minds Kids
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The webpage Clarity and Precision as a Mental Health Skill on the Habits of Mind Kids website explains how teaching students to think and communicate clearly can support both learning...more
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The webpage Clarity and Precision as a Mental Health Skill on the Habits of Mind Kids website explains how teaching students to think and communicate clearly can support both learning and emotional well-being. The article connects the Habits of Mind framework to mental health by showing that when students organize their thoughts, use precise language, and express ideas clearly, they strengthen critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills. These abilities can improve confidence, reduce misunderstandings, and help students manage stress or uncertainty. The site also offers several supporting resources for teachers, including animated lessons that model the 16 Habits of Mind, downloadable classroom activities, and printable extension materials that connect the habits to reading, math, and active learning. Examples include the Precision Postcards activity, printable Habits of Mind posters, bookmarks, and I Can statements, as well as additional lesson plans and coloring pages that reinforce habits such as flexible thinking and empathy.
tag(s): empathy (69), social and emotional learning (202), thinking routines (50), thinking skills (130)
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After reading a short passage or watching a video, have students write a precision postcard summarizing the most important idea in only 2-3 sentences. Provide students with a paragraph that includes unclear or vague language. In small groups, students can act as clarity detectives by identifying confusing words or sentences and rewriting them using more precise vocabulary and details. Give students a simple classroom object or concept (for example, a pencil sharpener, recycling process, or math strategy). Have students explain how it works using clear, step-by-step instructions so that another student could follow the explanation accurately.
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Sorceror - Antimatter
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Sorcer is an AI-powered instructional coach that transforms how students demonstrate their understanding of a topic through Socratic questioning. Setting up a "Sorcerer" begins by entering...more
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Sorcer is an AI-powered instructional coach that transforms how students demonstrate their understanding of a topic through Socratic questioning. Setting up a "Sorcerer" begins by entering a unit topic and choosing one of five difficulty levels, ranging from middle school to PhD. Sorceror also allows uploading media, such as memes, charts, or maps, to serve as a starting point for discussions. As students interact with the bot, they receive a mastery score from 0 to 100 and detailed insights explaining how to improve their responses. Teachers can maintain oversight by viewing all chat transcripts and monitoring class-wide proficiency on the selected standards by creating a free teacher account on the Sorceror website and providing students with a link or join code for chats. Sorceror also works with Google Classroom.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (339), chat (41), differentiation (102), Teacher Utilities (223), tutorials (51)
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Create interactive unit reviews by using this tool to assess student knowledge before a major project or exam. For a middle school science unit on ecosystems, set up a chatbot focused on food webs and energy flow to provide students with a personalized study session. After students finish their session and review their mastery insights, they could take those key concepts and create a visual representation of their learning using the Canva Infographic Creator, reviewed here. To extend learning, have students use their AI-generated feedback to identify a specific real-world environmental issue and map out its impact using Google Earth, reviewed here. This workflow moves beyond rote memorization by encouraging students to process feedback and apply their growing expertise to creative and global contexts.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Strategic Education Research Partnership (SERP) - Strategic Education Research Partnership
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The SERP Institute brings together education researchers, designers, and practitioners with a shared purpose: creating and testing scalable solutions that improve teaching and learning,...more
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The SERP Institute brings together education researchers, designers, and practitioners with a shared purpose: creating and testing scalable solutions that improve teaching and learning, most of which are freely accessible. After creating a free account, educators can access more than twenty research-based instructional tools and resources for literacy, mathematics, science, social studies, and professional learning. Popular resources include WordGen for academic vocabulary development, ReadBasix reading assessments, STARI (Strategic Adolescent Reading Intervention), math teaching strategies, algebra and geometry problem sets, curriculum materials, downloadable lessons, and implementation guides. The site also features the SERP Stories Podcast, where educators, researchers, and community partners discuss innovative educational practices, literacy interventions, classroom challenges, and research-practice partnerships. Podcast episodes can be listened to or watched online and are accompanied by transcripts for accessibility. Additional features include a Professional Learning Hub, downloadable curriculum resources, research reports, blogs, webinars, and professional development materials designed to help teachers apply evidence-based practices in their classrooms.
tag(s): blogs (82), collaboration (131), differentiation (102), homework (27), OER (53), podcasts (169), vocabulary (252)
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Add SERP Institute to supplement your current teaching resources to support student learning through research-based methods. Download materials to differentiate instruction to meet students' needs and to reinforce or extend learning. For example, use WordGen Weekly or STARI as a fifteen to twenty-minute activity for students who need extra support with vocabulary, comprehension, or reading strategies. Assign vocabulary, reading comprehension, or math problems for homework, allowing you to personalize learning without altering the core curriculum.
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Minnesota Zoo Educators Page - Minnesota Zoo
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The Minnesota Zoo Educators Page offers a collection of free classroom resources designed to help teachers explore animals, habitats, and conservation with their students. The site...more
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The Minnesota Zoo Educators Page offers a collection of free classroom resources designed to help teachers explore animals, habitats, and conservation with their students. The site includes downloadable curriculum materials and activities that focus on topics such as animal diets, adaptations, measurements, and ecosystem relationships. One engaging free activity is Zoo Matchmaker, an online simulation where students act as conservation scientists and make decisions about breeding endangered tigers to maintain genetic diversity. Teachers can also find STEM design challenges, worksheets, and supporting materials that encourage students to think like scientists and problem solvers. In addition, the site links to educational videos and virtual learning resources that can introduce wildlife topics and spark discussions about conservation and environmental responsibility. Because some of the videos are hosted on YouTube, teachers should preview the content and follow school or district guidelines for using YouTube in the classroom. These resources can be used even if classes are not visiting the zoo and provide meaningful ways to connect science, math, and environmental learning in the classroom.
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tag(s): animal homes (54), animals (278), conservation (110), ecosystems (108), endangered species (29), game based learning (315), STEM (374)
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Use the Zoo Matchmaker activity, where students act as conservation scientists managing endangered tiger populations. Students can analyze genetic information and decide which tigers should breed to maintain genetic diversity. After exploring animals on the site, challenge students to design their own zoo exhibit for a specific animal. Students should consider the animal's habitat needs, food sources, climate, and enrichment activities to keep the animal healthy and active. Students can sketch their exhibit or create a digital design using Google Drawings, reviewed here. Show one of the educational animal videos linked on the site. Ask students to record observations about the animal's behavior, physical traits, and habitat. Students can then write a short informational paragraph explaining how the animal survives in the wild.
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Explore! Children's Museum - Explore Children's Museum
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The website Explore! The Children's Museum offers a variety of creative activities and resources adaptable for classroom use. Teachers can find ideas connected to art, science, and...more
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The website Explore! The Children's Museum offers a variety of creative activities and resources adaptable for classroom use. Teachers can find ideas connected to art, science, and hands-on exploration that encourage students to experiment, create, and learn through play. Many of the activities are simple, inquiry-based projects that can easily be recreated in the classroom using common materials, making them useful for enrichment, STEM exploration, or creative learning centers. Some pages also include YouTube-hosted videos that demonstrate activities or highlight programs. As with any YouTube content, teachers should preview the videos first to ensure they are appropriate for their students and to check for advertisements or suggested videos that may appear.
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tag(s): enrichment (15), inquiry (38), STEM (374)
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Use the science-based activities from the site as short STEM challenges. Students can build, test, and improve simple experiments while practicing observation and problem-solving skills. Incorporate the museum's art project ideas into classroom centers where students rotate through creative stations using recycled or everyday materials to design and create their own artwork. Ask students to modify the activity or design a new version. For example, if the activity involves building something, challenge students to redesign it to make it stronger, faster, or more creative.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Infoplease - Sandbox Networks
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Infoplease is a free, authoritative online reference and learning website that combines an encyclopedia, almanac, atlas, dictionary, and other trusted resources in one easy-to-use location....more
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Infoplease is a free, authoritative online reference and learning website that combines an encyclopedia, almanac, atlas, dictionary, and other trusted resources in one easy-to-use location. It provides reliable information across subjects such as history, science, geography, language arts, and current events, making it a helpful tool for both classroom instruction and student research. A useful feature for teachers and students is the ability to enter a specific year and view major news events from that year, which supports timeline work, historical context, and research projects.
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Have students enter a specific year associated with a novel, historical event, or an author's life and explore major news from that year. Students can create a "Breaking News from the Past" newspaper front page with Canva, reviewed here. During research projects, have students verify information using Infoplease as a trusted reference tool. Turn it into a "Fact or Fiction" activity where students must confirm or correct statements. Students can research events from a specific decade and build a timeline using MyLens, reviewed here Then they can identify patterns or cause-and-effect relationships between events.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Tabletop Audio - TableTop Audio
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Tabletop Audio offers free, downloadable audio designed as ambient background for games; however, the audio selections are also suitable for many other uses. The site currently includes...more
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Tabletop Audio offers free, downloadable audio designed as ambient background for games; however, the audio selections are also suitable for many other uses. The site currently includes hundreds of files, each approximately 10 minutes long. Use the search bar to find files by keyword, or browse categories such as historical, modern, nature, and more. Hover over the thumbnail to find options to download, add to a playlist, or play the file.
tag(s): multimedia (63), songs (50)
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Share this site with students who create games, use it as a background for multimedia presentations, or play it on their computers to set the scene for their current lesson. Engage students by playing a haunting or interesting piece of music to inspire creative storytelling projects. Add interest to short animated videos using Adobe Express Video Maker, reviewed here by adding audio that correlates with their content.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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