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Free Teacher Video Editor

3/25/2017

Title: MediaBreaker/Studios
Summary: Free video-remix tool boosts media literacy, presents some challenges
Pros: Lots of support: example videos, tutorials, guides, lesson plans.
Cons: Since students will need to use YouTube and the third-party site deturl.com, classroom implementation can be challenging.
Bottom Line: It's not without its challenges for teachers, but at its core MediaBreaker is an easy-to-use and free tool for teaching critical media-making and literacy.

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The World of PI

3/25/2017

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Celebrate Pi Day (3.14 or March 14th) with this fun overview about Pi. Looking at the life of Pi from the early days where Pi wasn't really a known entity through getting the nickname of 22/7.

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Metropolitan Museum of Art for KIDS

3/16/2017

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Title: MetKids
Summary: Whimsical, kid-friendly intro to the wide world of art
Pros: Great videos and a fun interactive map help kids get oriented to the real-life Met and its artwork.
Cons: Some kids may be overwhelmed by the sheer volume of content; it's hard to keep track of what you've already visited.
Bottom Line: A wonderful, endlessly detailed way to get kids engaged in the world of art.

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Woman's History Month

3/15/2017

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This month is Women's History Month. Check out this story about those who led the rebellion that finally resulted in the ratification of 19th Amendment to the Constitution on January 6, 1920 that earned women the right to vote. Read about early pioneers like Abigail Adams who reminded her husband, as he helped finalize the Declaration of Independence, to "remember the ladies" and many others.

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Students Track Progress in Core Areas

3/13/2017

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Site of the Week picks are selected from the top edtech tools reviewed by Common Sense Education, which helps educators find the best edtech tools, learn best practices for teaching with tech, and equip students with the skills they need to use technology safely and responsibly.

Title: IXL
Summary: Immediate feedback and breadth a major plus, despite emphasis on drills
Pros: Tool helps students develop confidence and clearly track progress.
Cons: Drilling limits opportunities for kids to apply skills in real-world ways
Bottom Line: Students can improve targeted skills with tons of practice modules and visually appealing tasks.

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Is It a Sale? Read the Fine Print!

3/13/2017

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It’s never too early for students to learn about the dangers of fine print. This interactive site helps students understand that a deal may not always be as good as it seems at first glance. Students complete three activities to learn how to spot a deal that sounds too good to be true. Then they look at six different ads using a calculator to determine whether the deal being advertised is a good deal or a bad deal. Finally, students use a calculator to determine the actual cost of the goods being sold in two different ads. With advertisements bombarding us daily, it is important to teach students how to read them and determine whether they are good deals or too good to be true.

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TEaching A People's History

3/5/2017

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Title: Zinn Education Project
Summary: Resources, lessons help teach a more inclusive version of U.S. history
Pros: The lessons address a complex view of history, emphasizing the significant roles of the working class, women, and people of color.
Cons: Many of the text-based lessons would need to be adapted to offer access to English Language Learners and struggling readers.
Bottom Line: Free downloadable resources encourage critical thinking and active learning in search of a more accurate picture of American history.

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Free Teacher Video Editor

The World of PI

Metropolitan Museum of Art for KIDS

Woman's History Month

Students Track Progress in Core Areas

Is It a Sale? Read the Fine Print!

TEaching A People's History

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