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Games for Language - Games for Language
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4 to 12
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Games for Languages is a free site that contains blogs, travel stories, and games. Blog topics include learning and retaining a language, knowing verses speaking, and dialect. Travel...more
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Games for Languages is a free site that contains blogs, travel stories, and games. Blog topics include learning and retaining a language, knowing verses speaking, and dialect. Travel stories allow you to learn and practice the language. You can learn French, German, Spanish, English, Italian, and Dutch in the game section. Games teach vocabulary, colors, verb tenses, and question words. You can hear the correct pronunciation with each game and practice it yourself. Before playing each game, there is a brief overview of what you will learn and how many minutes the game will take to complete. When playing the game, you have multiple opportunities to learn and practice the language.
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tag(s): game based learning (319), italian (31), multilingual (82)
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Students can play games featured on the site. Students can begin labeling the classroom with the different words they have learned. Students can use ePubEditor, reviewed here or Google Slides, reviewed here to create a book of the same words in various languages.You must be registered and logged in to add items to your favorites.
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50 Languages - 50 Languages
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K to 12
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50 Languages offers games called Memo and Opposites, which allow you to learn a new language. Memo is a memory game in which you match two language cards from a ...more
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50 Languages offers games called Memo and Opposites, which allow you to learn a new language. Memo is a memory game in which you match two language cards from a variety of topics including: feelings, animals, music, food, finances, shopping, weather and more. Memo will pronounce the words for you. In Opposites, you find the opposite noun, verb, or adjective. Both games can be played with one or two players, and you can select from 50 different languages.
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tag(s): game based learning (319), multilingual (82)
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Students can play the different games that are featured on the site. Students can begin labeling the classroom with the different words they have learned. Another idea is to have students use ePubEditor, reviewed here or Google Slides, reviewed here to create a digital story of the same words in various languages.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Games and AI in the World Language Class - Games and AI in the World Language Class
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Games and AI in the World Language Class is a blog post and podcast that shares five games to play in the classroom. The games included are Mentira or Verdad, ...more
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Games and AI in the World Language Class is a blog post and podcast that shares five games to play in the classroom. The games included are Mentira or Verdad, Who Has the Question, Trashguetbol, Game of Boom, and Group Bingo. Under each game header, you receive directions on how to play the game, along with tips. The blog suggests using the AI tool Questionwell.org to create the questions in your desired language.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (342), game based learning (319), multilingual (82)
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Students can play the games featured on the site. Students can begin labeling the classroom with the different words they have learned. Challenge students to use Podbean, reviewed here to create an online pronunciation dictionary of English to another language.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Games to Learn Spanish - Games to Learn Spanish
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K to 12
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Games to Learn Spanish offers interactive games to reinforce Spanish language learning. Games include duck shoot, frog flies, four in a row, sow grow, rock fall, and more. Each game...more
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Games to Learn Spanish offers interactive games to reinforce Spanish language learning. Games include duck shoot, frog flies, four in a row, sow grow, rock fall, and more. Each game is explained in English before you play it.
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tag(s): game based learning (319), multilingual (82), spanish (112)
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Students can play the games featured on the site. Students can begin labeling the classroom with the different words they learned. Students can use ePubEditor, reviewed here or Google Slides, reviewed here to create a book of the same words in a variety of languages.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Microsoft Forms Basics - TeachersFirst
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from March 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey,...more
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from March 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey, and pass the assessment. For details, read the Registration & Credit Options section on the registration page.
Learn the basics of using Microsoft Forms to support classroom instruction! Discover how to create forms, add questions, and share them with students and explore ways to use Forms for quizzes, exit tickets, data collection, and more. You'll leave this workshop with practical knowledge and basic skills for using Microsoft Forms to gather feedback and assess learning in your classroom. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Explore the features of Microsoft Forms. 2. Discover a variety of instructional uses for Microsoft Forms. 3. Learn to create a basic form. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Learn the basics of using Microsoft Forms to support classroom instruction! Discover how to create forms, add questions, and share them with students and explore ways to use Forms for quizzes, exit tickets, data collection, and more. You'll leave this workshop with practical knowledge and basic skills for using Microsoft Forms to gather feedback and assess learning in your classroom. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Explore the features of Microsoft Forms. 2. Discover a variety of instructional uses for Microsoft Forms. 3. Learn to create a basic form. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): differentiation (100), Formative Assessment (43), Microsoft (50), OK2Askarchive (51), professional development (296)
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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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Language Through Art: An ESL Enrichment Curriculum (Intermediate/Advanced) - Getty Museum
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6 to 12
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The Getty website offers the ESL Curriculum: Intermediate/Advanced Level, a comprehensive resource designed to support students at higher levels of English proficiency. The curriculum...more
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The Getty website offers the ESL Curriculum: Intermediate/Advanced Level, a comprehensive resource designed to support students at higher levels of English proficiency. The curriculum features lesson plans integrating art with language learning, focusing on complex vocabulary, grammar structures, and advanced speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills. Activities include analyzing and discussing artwork, writing detailed critiques, comparing cultural representations in art, and creating sophisticated narratives or essays inspired by visual art. This curriculum provides teachers with interactive tools to deepen students' understanding of English while fostering critical thinking and artistic expression.
tag(s): art history (105), enrichment (16), grammar (142), multilingual (82), speaking (22), writing (310)
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Have students write a poem inspired by art. They should focus on conveying emotions, themes, or stories suggested by the artwork. Ask students to create a fictional story based on art, incorporating dialogue and detailed descriptions. They can write the narrative from different perspectives (ex., the artist or a character in the artwork) and use more complex sentence structures, such as conditional or subjunctive forms. Present students with a piece of art and have them write a short critique, focusing on the emotional impact, techniques used, and symbolic elements.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Language Through Art: An ESL Enrichment Curriculum (Intermediate Level) - Getty Museum
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The Getty website provides the ESL Curriculum: Intermediate Level, designed to support English as a Second Language (ESL) students in advancing their language skills through art. The...more
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The Getty website provides the ESL Curriculum: Intermediate Level, designed to support English as a Second Language (ESL) students in advancing their language skills through art. The curriculum offers lesson plans that focus on expanding vocabulary, improving grammar, and developing speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills. Activities include describing artworks using more complex sentence structures, comparing and contrasting visual elements, and creating short narratives or dialogues inspired by art. With its emphasis on cultural exploration and interactive learning, this curriculum helps intermediate students deepen their understanding of English while engaging with the visual arts.
tag(s): art history (105), cross cultural understanding (176), enrichment (16), grammar (142), multilingual (82), speaking (22), stories and storytelling (80), writing (310)
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Create bingo cards with vocabulary words related to art (ex., colors, shapes, emotions, materials). Use Game Builder, reviewed here to create the cards. Show students various artworks and call out the words as they appear in the artwork. Students mark their cards as they identify the vocabulary. Have students select an artwork and write a short story or dialogue based on the scene depicted. Present students with an artwork and ask them to write a detailed description, focusing on color, shape, texture, and the emotions it evokes.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Language Through Art: An ESL Enrichment Curriculum (Beginning Level) - Getty Museum
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6 to 12
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The Getty website offers the English as a Second Language (ESL) Curriculum: Learning Language Through Art, a resource designed to help mulitlingual students build language skills while...more
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The Getty website offers the English as a Second Language (ESL) Curriculum: Learning Language Through Art, a resource designed to help mulitlingual students build language skills while exploring art. The curriculum includes engaging lesson plans integrating visual art with vocabulary building, listening, speaking, reading, and writing activities. Lessons focus on analyzing artworks to develop descriptive language, storytelling skills, and cultural awareness. Students are encouraged to interact with art by describing visual elements, creating narratives based on artworks, and participating in group discussions. With adaptable materials and clear instructions, this curriculum supports teachers in fostering language acquisition through meaningful, creative, and culturally enriching activities.
tag(s): art history (105), cross cultural understanding (176), enrichment (16), listening (119), multilingual (82), speaking (22), stories and storytelling (80), vocabulary (251), vocabulary development (103), writing (310)
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Display an artwork from the curriculum and ask students to describe it using as many adjectives as possible. Introduce vocabulary related to color, texture, and emotions, and encourage students to use complete sentences when sharing their descriptions. Have students choose a painting or sculpture and imagine the story behind it. Students can write a short narrative or dialogue between characters in the artwork, practicing past tense and narrative structures. Show two works of art and have students compare and contrast them using a Venn diagram. Try using the Venn diagram in Canva, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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The Jerry Cans - Mamaqtuq - Making The Case
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5 to 12
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The YouTube video "The Jerry Cans - Ukiuq" showcases a dynamic folk song performed in Inuktitut, the Indigenous language of the Inuit people. The music video offers a unique opportunity...more
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The YouTube video "The Jerry Cans - Ukiuq" showcases a dynamic folk song performed in Inuktitut, the Indigenous language of the Inuit people. The music video offers a unique opportunity to explore Indigenous culture through its energetic rhythm and expressive storytelling with vibrant visuals. This engaging piece highlights the importance of preserving and celebrating indigenous languages and traditions in a modern context. If your district blocks YouTube, then the video may not be viewable.
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tag(s): cultures (291), native americans (128)
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Watch the video without subtitles and encourage students to guess the lyrics based on the visuals and tone of the song. Afterward, replay the video with captions enabled to reveal the actual lyrics, sparking discussions about cultural expressions, language diversity, and the importance of preserving indigenous traditions. Assign small groups to research the Inuit culture, focusing on their traditions, history, or current efforts to preserve their language and way of life. Each group can creatively present their findings, such as a skit or a short essay. After watching the video, have students create a short storyboard using a resource such as MyLens reviewed here or a drawing inspired by the visuals they saw. Ask them to interpret what story the video is telling and how the imagery connects to the song's mood and themes.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Learn German Grammar the Fun Way! - Lucas Kern
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6 to 12
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Learn German grammar easily on this site with straightforward, viewer-friendly explanations of German grammar concepts. It breaks down complex topics like verb conjugations, sentence...more
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Learn German grammar easily on this site with straightforward, viewer-friendly explanations of German grammar concepts. It breaks down complex topics like verb conjugations, sentence structure, and noun cases into manageable, easy-to-understand sections. Each lesson is supplemented with examples and audio recordings to reinforce learning and improve pronunciation. This resource is ideal for teachers seeking clear explanations to support classroom instruction or for recommending to students for extra practice.
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After learning a specific grammar rule from the website, students can create sentences or short dialogues using that rule. Peers then review and correct each other's work in pairs or small groups. Provide students with a list of grammar topics. Assign them to navigate the website and find examples for each topic. They can present their findings and explain one rule to the class. Use the website to create a multiple-choice grammar quiz on topics like verb conjugations or sentence structure with an online quiz game such as Quizizz, reviewed here or Blooket, reviewed here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Learn German Easily - Lucas Kern
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6 to 12
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Explore this website, which offers a simple and interactive way to start learning German by focusing on essential phrases, vocabulary, and grammar. The site is designed for beginners...more
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Explore this website, which offers a simple and interactive way to start learning German by focusing on essential phrases, vocabulary, and grammar. The site is designed for beginners and provides clear explanations, audio lessons, and practical exercises to help you build a strong foundation in the language. It emphasizes repetition and real-life examples to make learning intuitive and effective. This resource is ideal for students or teachers introducing German in the classroom because it encourages independent learning and offers tools to practice listening and pronunciation skills.
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After students learn basic phrases and vocabulary from the website, pair them up to create and perform short dialogues or skits using what they've learned. This helps reinforce pronunciation and conversational skills. Use vocabulary lists from the website to create Bingo cards or an online game such as Wayground (formerly Quizizz), reviewed here. Use the website to select a "Phrase of the Day." Write it on the board each morning, and challenge students to use it in sentences or classroom interactions throughout the day.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Expeditions Pro - Singleton Technology Limited
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3 to 12
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ExpeditionsPro is a platform designed to help educators and leaders create and manage virtual and in-person field trips. The website provides tools to plan immersive experiences to...more
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ExpeditionsPro is a platform designed to help educators and leaders create and manage virtual and in-person field trips. The website provides tools to plan immersive experiences to enhance student learning and engagement, whether in local environments or through global connections. Teachers can use the platform to customize itineraries, track trip details, and even incorporate augmented reality or virtual reality elements for a modern, interactive approach to exploration. ExpeditionsPro emphasizes making educational trips accessible and organized, offering opportunities to bring the world into the classroom or take learning beyond its walls.
tag(s): augmented reality (7), virtual field trips (146)
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Begin a unit with a virtual field trip using ExpeditionsPro to introduce students to a topic like ancient Egypt, space exploration, or marine biology. Allow students to explore immersive environments using AR/VR features and discuss their first impressions. Students work in small groups to design a virtual field trip based on a topic they're studying (ex., famous landmarks, ecosystems, or historical events). Using ExpeditionsPro, they add images, videos, and descriptions to create an engaging tour. Teachers can design a virtual scavenger hunt within a tour. For example, students could look for specific artifacts in a museum tour or identify types of plants in a rainforest tour.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Engage & Inspire with Thinking Routines - TeachersFirst
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from February 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey,...more
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from February 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey, and pass the assessment. For details, read the Registration & Credit Options section on the registration page.
Encourage students to think critically through the powerful combination of Project Zero Thinking Routines and digital tools. This workshop will equip you with innovative strategies for using online forms, slide decks, and AI technologies to integrate these proven thinking frameworks. Discover how to transform traditional thinking routines into dynamic digital experiences that deepen student engagement and cultivate higher-order thinking skills. You'll leave with practical, ready-to-implement activities that foster critical thinking, creativity, and meaningful classroom discussions. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Understand core Project Zero Thinking Routines and their impact on student cognitive development. 2. Identify and apply specific thinking routines that align with your instructional goals and subject matter. 3. Create technology-enhanced thinking activities that use tech tools to increase student engagement. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
Encourage students to think critically through the powerful combination of Project Zero Thinking Routines and digital tools. This workshop will equip you with innovative strategies for using online forms, slide decks, and AI technologies to integrate these proven thinking frameworks. Discover how to transform traditional thinking routines into dynamic digital experiences that deepen student engagement and cultivate higher-order thinking skills. You'll leave with practical, ready-to-implement activities that foster critical thinking, creativity, and meaningful classroom discussions. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Understand core Project Zero Thinking Routines and their impact on student cognitive development. 2. Identify and apply specific thinking routines that align with your instructional goals and subject matter. 3. Create technology-enhanced thinking activities that use tech tools to increase student engagement. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): critical thinking (189), OK2Askarchive (51), professional development (296), teaching strategies (81), thinking routines (59)
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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 for Creating Learning Objects - TeachersFirst
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from January 2025. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey,...more
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Join us for an engaging workshop designed for educators eager to leverage the power of AI in their teaching practices. This session will introduce you to various generative AI tools that can create dynamic interactive learning objects--small pieces of content that you can seamlessly integrate into your lessons to enhance student engagement and understanding. Whether you're a tech novice or a seasoned pro, this workshop will provide the practical insights and hands-on experience you need to elevate your teaching strategies. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Define learning objects and their strategic role in instruction. 2. Explore cutting-edge AI tools for generating interactive learning resources. 3. Design practical strategies for integrating AI-created learning objects to optimize student learning experiences. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): artificial intelligence (342), creating media (15), OK2Askarchive (51), Teacher Utilities (224)
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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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Game-Based Learning for Multilingual Students - TeachersFirst
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K to 12
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Dive into this dynamic collection of resources designed to revolutionize language acquisition and content mastery for multilingual learners with games! This collection includes educational...more
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Dive into this dynamic collection of resources designed to revolutionize language acquisition and content mastery for multilingual learners with games! This collection includes educational games, interactive simulations, and immersive digital experiences tailored to support multilingual students' academic journey. By leveraging the power of gamification, these resources create a learning environment where language barriers dissolve and understanding flourishes across multiple subjects. Games in this collection include some that are ready-to-go and others that you can design yourself. View all of our resources tagged for multilingual learners.
tag(s): game based learning (319), gamification (89), multilingual (82)
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Find new tools, strategies, and games for your multilingual students. Use these tools to differentiate and reach all students at the various levels. Challenge your students to create their games to review content or for acceleration options. Share this list on your class website for families to use at home. This list includes resources for elementary and secondary students.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Wartburg Castle - Wartburg Foundation
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6 to 12
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The Wartburg Castle website provides a rich virtual experience of one of Germany's most significant historical sites, nestled in the Thuringian Forest. It offers an in-depth look at...more
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The Wartburg Castle website provides a rich virtual experience of one of Germany's most significant historical sites, nestled in the Thuringian Forest. It offers an in-depth look at the castle's architecture, history, and cultural influence with detailed descriptions, photos, and videos. This site could support lessons on German language and culture, enabling students to practice reading comprehension with authentic German texts and learn vocabulary related to architecture and history. Wartburg Castle provides students with historical context on Germany's cultural heritage and religious history. The videos are hosted on YouTube. If your district blocks YouTube, then they may not be viewable.
tag(s): architecture (83), europe (82), germany (25)
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For German language students, create a vocabulary scavenger hunt using the website's German version. Students can find keywords related to castle features and translate them into English. Challenge students to build a small model of Wartburg Castle using materials like clay, cardboard, or Lego. Assign students to choose another European castle and compare it to Wartburg. Students could use a digital comparison tool like Canva's Venn Diagram Creator, reviewed here. Students can research age, architectural style, historical events, and cultural influence. Have students analyze Wartburg Castle's architectural features, then design their own "modern" version of a castle, keeping some medieval elements.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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Malbork Castle - wkraj.pl
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4 to 12
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The Malbork Castle Museum website offers a captivating virtual tour of Malbork Castle, one of the largest medieval castles in Europe. The site, primarily in Polish, can easily be switched...more
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The Malbork Castle Museum website offers a captivating virtual tour of Malbork Castle, one of the largest medieval castles in Europe. The site, primarily in Polish, can easily be switched to English using Google Translate, making it accessible for non-Polish speakers. Through this immersive 360-degree experience, teachers can guide students through the castle's expansive courtyards, historic chambers, and fortifications, highlighting the architectural marvels and historical significance of the Teutonic Knights' headquarters. This virtual tour provides an engaging way to explore medieval history and architecture, which is ideal for enriching history lessons with a virtual field trip.
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tag(s): architecture (83), europe (82), medieval (36), virtual field trips (146)
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After exploring the castle, have students research a specific architectural feature (ex.:vaulted ceilings or decorative elements). They can present findings on why these elements were important in medieval castle design and defense. Assign students to research the Teutonic Knights' history, focusing on their role in Europe and why they built Malbork Castle. Students could create a brief presentation or write a report, connecting their lessons with their virtual tour observations. Students can create a diorama or 3D model (digitally with a tool like Clipdrop, reviewed here) of Malbork Castle or specific sections of it, focusing on accurate representations of the architectural features observed in the tour.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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WorldReader - WorldReader
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K to 12
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WorldReader is a free website that contains digital books. The themes of the books include African Books in local languages, climate and environmental awareness, CreceLee Spanish collection,...more
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WorldReader is a free website that contains digital books. The themes of the books include African Books in local languages, climate and environmental awareness, CreceLee Spanish collection, DEI and social justice, gender equity, rapid response Ukrainian collection, social emotional learning, sports and health, STEM/STEAM, WorldReader originals, young changemaker collection, and more. Books can be translated into Spanish and Ukrainian. Some books have an activity before reading. The site allows you to search based on age range.
tag(s): book lists (165), cultures (291), digital reading (18)
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World Reader can be used in the classroom to allow students the opportunity to read books. Students can answer comprehension questions after reading the books. Finally, ask students to share what they learned about different cultures using lino, reviewed here and/or research more about the culture.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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U-Report - UNICEF
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Voices of Youth is UNICEF's digital community where young people can share opinions and discuss topics that are important to them. Students participate by submitting posts sharing their...more
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Voices of Youth is UNICEF's digital community where young people can share opinions and discuss topics that are important to them. Students participate by submitting posts sharing their views on environmental, health, and social issues. Because the site is all about supporting students as changemakers through storytelling, blogging, filming, and interviewing, it includes a resource section that shares tools to improve multimedia, communication, and advocacy skills.
tag(s): disabilities (37), environment (250), hiv/aids (16), inequalities (27), mental health (60), school violence (9), sustainability (55)
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This site is an excellent resource to bookmark and use throughout the year when discussing current events, specific countries or geographic areas, or for non-fiction reading. Find informational texts that matter to your students. Spark informational writing, as well. Allow students to browse the site to find interesting articles. Have students enhance their learning by creating magazine covers of information on this site using Magazine Cover Maker, reviewed here. Elevate learning by challenging students to create a newspaper article using articles on this site as a model using the Newspaper Clipping Generator, reviewed here. World language teachers will find this useful when viewing articles in French or Spanish to practice translation skills. If you have a blended learning classroom or are teaching remotely, you may want to try adding the reading to Fiskkit, reviewed here to annotate and analyze text and measure reading activity through sharing and commenting on texts.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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OK2Ask: Transforming Assessments: Google Forms for Immediate Feedback - TeachersFirst
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from October 2024. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey,...more
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Register to view this on-demand OK2Ask professional learning workshop from October 2024. Educators seeking recertification credit must watch the recording, complete the feedback survey, and pass the assessment. For details, read the Registration & Credit Options section on the registration page.
In this hands-on workshop, educators will learn how to leverage Google Forms to create dynamic, "no-fail" quizzes that provide immediate feedback and built-in remediation. Explore powerful features of Google Forms like branching logic and automated feedback that you can use to design assessments that support all learners. Leave this session equipped with the skills you need to transform your assessment practices, making them more engaging and effective. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Gain foundational skills for creating and customizing Google Forms for educational assessments. 2. Learn to construct quizzes that provide immediate feedback and remediation, helping students learn from mistakes in real time. 3. Explore how to use data from Google Forms to inform instructional decisions and enhance teaching strategies. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
In this hands-on workshop, educators will learn how to leverage Google Forms to create dynamic, "no-fail" quizzes that provide immediate feedback and built-in remediation. Explore powerful features of Google Forms like branching logic and automated feedback that you can use to design assessments that support all learners. Leave this session equipped with the skills you need to transform your assessment practices, making them more engaging and effective. As a result of this session, teachers will: 1. Gain foundational skills for creating and customizing Google Forms for educational assessments. 2. Learn to construct quizzes that provide immediate feedback and remediation, helping students learn from mistakes in real time. 3. Explore how to use data from Google Forms to inform instructional decisions and enhance teaching strategies. This session is appropriate for teachers at all technology levels.
tag(s): feedback (18), Formative Assessment (43), Google (20), OK2Askarchive (51), professional development (296)
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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. Find additional information and links to tools at the session resource page. Learn more about OK2Ask and upcoming sessions here.Add your comments below (available only to members) | Become a Member
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