EDUCATION RESOURCES

WRITING RESOURCES

Tools and tricks for teaching writing and to be used primarily during ASWL. Thanks to volunteer Jo Forman for sharing the resources below.

Graphic Organizer for Essays: Organizing your essay can sometimes be the toughest part. With this tool, knowing where to put your arguments is a breeze.

Edit Checklist: Use this checklist to help guide your eye when editing a piece of writing. It follows the Six Traits of Writing, which lines up with the Analytic Writing Continuum (with one exception: 826 Boston recommends prioritizing ‘Voice’ directly below ‘Organization’).

Memoir Graphic Organizer: An organizing tool for writing memoir, or other types of creative nonfiction.

MATH RESOURCES

The way we teach math is ever-changing. Here are some video guides to refresh you on everything from fractions to polynomials.

Khan Academy: Khan Academy is an amazing, well-organized resource for math, with an impressive catalogue of videos on everything from basic addition to AP Calculus. Another great feature is the ability to create a personalized ‘mission’ which, according to the website, “Missions recommend what to learn next, help you remember what you’ve learned by mixing skills, and save your progress.”

Selections from the Khan Academy YouTube page:

Algebra Playlist: Sal Khan walks us through a multitude of algebra tutorials that align with the new Common Core standard of teaching.

‘Introduction to Solving an Equation with Variables on Both Sides’: Sal Khan walks us through solving an equation with variables on both sides.

Solving systems of equations:

In line with the Common Core ideal in which students have multiple options to choose from in order to solve problems, these videos show three different ways of solving a system of equations.

• By substitution

• By elimination

• Systems of equations with elimination (and manipulation)

Basic Math (Pre-Algebra) & Algebra: This Youtube channel, ‘The Video Math Tutor’ features two playlists with videos that act as refreshers for a variety of math skills, beginning with basic concepts and entering algebraic territory.

‘Why is Math Different Now?’ (Video, 8:52): Raj Shah explains how math is taught differently today, what that means for parents and tutors, and what benefits this new way of teaching has for our students.

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH (STEM)

Fun resources for you to explore, share, and discuss with students about STEM. You can find a galaxy of activities, videos, articles, and more below.

National Geographic Education: Has hundreds of free resources and programs for educators and students.

Smithsonian Science Education Center: Has videos, ebooks, and other resources on different topics.

PBS Resource Center: Has nearly 4,000 science, technology, engineering and math resources.

Exploratorium: San Francisco Exploratorium’s online website with videos, articles, activities, and more.

CK-12: Free online textbooks, flashcards, real world examples, simulations, and more! Feel free to share this resources with students as well.

STEM works: A resource for teachers, mentors, parents, STEM professionals, volunteers, and everyone passionate about getting students eager to learn about science, technology, engineering, and math.