This detailed professional development session provides Social Studies teachers with a comprehensive introduction to using Nearpod in their classrooms. It combines explanations, demonstrations, and hands-on activities to ensure participants leave with practical knowledge they can immediately apply in their teaching.
My presentation will showcase Byte Size Lesson samples designed to prompt students to challenge their assumptions and engage in deeper thinking. These examples will ask students to utilize knowledge in unfamiliar contexts and draw new conclusions based on what they've learned, as well as develop additional skills like analysis and evaluation. Educators will have the freedom to integrate these sample lessons into middle grade Social Studies classes, regardless of the specific topic.
Ready to bring your lessons to life? This course will help you move beyond traditional PowerPoint lectures and web assignments by introducing interactive StoryMaps from ArcGIS/ESRI. You'll learn how to create dynamic presentations and assignments, while giving students the tools to design exciting, data-driven projects that spark curiosity and engagement!
An introduction into the science/research behind Arts Integration and how it helps to address stress in the classroom for both students and teachers. Participants will also encounter the 'So What?' behind Arts Integration not only in addressing stress, but as a genuine tool for student engagement and learning.
