Around The Web In ESL/EFL/ELLBiljaST / Pixabay Six years ago I began this regular feature where I share a few posts and resources from around the Web related to ESL/EFL or to language in general that have caught my attention. You might also be interested in THE BEST RESOURCES, ARTICLES & BLOG POSTS FOR TEACHERS OF ELLS IN 2020. Also, check out A Collection Of My Best Resources On Teaching English Language Learners. In additi
Ed Tech DigestTen years ago, in another somewhat futile attempt to reduce the backlog of resources I want to share, I began this occasional “” post where I share three or four links I think are particularly useful and related to…ed tech, including some Web 2.0 apps. You might also be interested in THE BEST ED TECH RESOURCES OF 2020 – PART TWO , as well as checking out all my edtech resources . Here are this we
Video: “Meet the Redwoods: The World’s Tallest Trees”USA-Reiseblogger / Pixabay I’m adding this new video from SciShow Kids to The Best Sites To Learn About Trees :
Tuesday’s Must-Read Articles On School ReopeningsAntoineLanz / Pixabay Here are new additions to THE BEST POSTS PREDICTING (& SHOWING) WHAT SCHOOLS LOOK LIKE DURING THE PANDEMIC (you might also be interested in SCHOOLS WENT REMOTE A YEAR AGO – HERE ARE MY CHOICES FOR THE BEST PIECES WRITTEN ABOUT SCHOOL REOPENING SINCE THEN): Nation’s 2nd-Largest Teachers Union Says It’s Time For In-Person Learning is from NPR. L.A. Unified to roll out major CO
iCivics Unveils New – And BIG – Primary Sources SiteI have earlier noted that it LOOKS LIKE ICIVICS WANTS TO BE THE ONE-STOP SHOP FOR SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHERS. And that continues to be the case. Today, they unveiled their Exploring Primary Sources website . Here’s how they describe it: Primary sources get students closer to historical events and offer varying perspectives that spark inquiry, discussion and deeper learning. The iCivics Exploring Pri
Unsurprising Statistic Of The Day: Teachers Are Feeling Stressed This YearIn what may be the most unsurprising poll result anyway, Education Week has found that Teachers Are More Stressed Out Than Ever, Even Amid Promising Developments, Survey Shows . I’m not sure where those eight percent who said they weren’t more stressed are teaching, but it’s unlikely to be in this universe. I love teaching. And, though I’m doing my best (and think I’m succeeding) in not communica
Three New Resources To Support Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage MonthHere are three new additions to The Best Sites For Asian Pacific American Heritage Month : Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders share their stories of racism and discrimination and how they’ve stood up. is from NBC News. Classroom Resources on AAPI History and Contemporary Life is from Facing History. Asian Pacific American History is from The Smithsonian.
Monday’s Must-Read Articles On School Reopenings – Masks In Schools EditionHere are new additions to THE BEST POSTS PREDICTING (& SHOWING) WHAT SCHOOLS LOOK LIKE DURING THE PANDEMIC (you might also be interested in SCHOOLS WENT REMOTE A YEAR AGO – HERE ARE MY CHOICES FOR THE BEST PIECES WRITTEN ABOUT SCHOOL REOPENING SINCE THEN): Schools in the U.S. should continue to use masks, C.D.C. advises. is from The NY Times. CDC clarifies mask guidance for schools is from The Hi
This Week’s “Round-Up” Of Useful Posts & Articles On Ed Policy IssuesHere are some recent useful posts and articles on educational policy issues (You might also be interested in THE BEST ARTICLES, VIDEOS & POSTS ON EDUCATION POLICY IN 2019 – PART TWO ): The Fight for Ethnic Studies is from Learning For Justice. I’m adding it to The Best Posts On The Value Of Ethnic Studies Classes – Help Me Find More . The biggest impact of the Gates divorce may have nothing to do
Monday Is The 67th Anniversary Of Brown vs. Board Of Education – Here Are Teaching & Learning ResourcesMonday is the 67th anniversary of the Brown vs. Board of Education decision. You might be interested in: The Best Commentaries On The 60th Anniversary Of Brown vs. Board Of Education Linda Brown, Of Brown vs. Board Of Education Case, Dies – Here Are Resources About Her Life The Best Resources For Learning About School Desegregation (& Segregation) – Help Me Find More The Best Resources For Learni
‘Students Will Ask Great Questions If We Give Them the Chance’is my latest Education Week column. Four educators share ideas for encouraging students to develop questions, including through project-based learning. Here are some excerpts:
