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Research Quest: Free Middle School Science Project-Based Learning

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All these resources are freely accessible from the Natural History Museum of Utah. Research Quest sponsored this blog post. Transform Your Classroom with Project-Based Learning and the Scientific Method We all know that hands-on exploration is the best way to engage students in the scientific method. And the best part?

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100th Day of School — It’s about Learning

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How to celebrate Here are activities I like that blend learning into the celebration of the 100th Day of School: Geography As a class, come up with two locations in each state, to total 100. History Research what happened the hundredth year of your home country’s existence. What was the country like a hundred years ago?

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What is Mastery Learning and How Do You Implement It Effectively?

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Mastery learning (also called competency-based learning) is being used in some classes and schools. Jon Bergmann, author of the Mastery Learning Handbook talks about how he uses mastery learning in his chemistry and physics classrooms. Access early black Friday deals from now through November 27, 2022.

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Better Science: 5 Excellent Ways to Examine Authentic Artifacts from the Natural History Museum of Utah

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Authentic experiences are now made possible with the valuable free resource Research Quest , from the Natural History Museum of Utah. Click for a free teacher account Each lesson plan includes standards, a downloadable 'research assistant' guide for students, assessments, and more. We know this. And, there is more!

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100th Day of School — Make it about Learning

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So I decided to accommodate the 100th Day fever by wrapping it in learning. Here are thirteen activities I like that blend learning into a celebration of the 100th Day of School: Geography. Research what happened the hundredth year of your home country’s existence. They love parties. What caused it to change?

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21 Top Professional Development Topics For Teachers Now

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Many of the topics below were part of that conversation, including Social Emotional Learning (SEL). As a result of this webinar and some research of my own, I compiled this list which I hope will serve as a quick menu for you and the teachers at your school to select summer professional development that will help you grow and learn.

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100th Day of School — Make it about Learning

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So I decided to accommodate the 100th Day fever by wrapping it in learning. Here are thirteen activities I like that blend learning into a celebration of the 100th Day of School: Geography. Research what happened the hundredth year of your home country’s existence. They love parties. What caused it to change?

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