Post date: Jan 24, 2017 8:17:05 PM
In Discovery Education we have a fantastic resource to impact teaching and learning. Here is how it is described on their website:
"Discovery Education transforms classrooms, empowers teachers and captivates students by leading the way in providing high quality, dynamic, digital content to school districts large and small, rural and suburban and everything in between."
You are probably familiar with the award-winning video library available on the Discovery Education website. You may not know about the interactive lessons, real time assessment, virtual experiences, and professional learning they also have available. All of this is available with the login we provide for you. If you haven't logged in recently (or ever) and need some guidance follow this link.
The Discovery Education class that was previously scheduled for December will be run at some point over the next month or so. Be on the lookout for the opportunity to sign-up. Here are some resources you might find useful for your classroom.
Discovery Education has provided a curated list of updates below, which includes links to relevant resources and virtual events available within our current DE Streaming service.
Timely Content:
· Black History Month Content:
o Shmoop Learning Guide for Uncle Tom's Cabin - A lively learning guide to support educators in crafting engaging lessons around literary content.
o Picture It! Instructional Strategy with Historical Images - Using these historical images, this strategy encourages students to collaborate and make evidence-supported connections using a large amount of information.
· Tundra Connections: Arctic ABC's – A video featuring animals and information specific to the Arctic; discussing the type of education required to become a biologist and work with polar bears.
· Econ Essentials Learning Modules - These interactive modules integrate seamlessly into the classroom, as an introduction to basic economic concepts or a reinforcement of lessons already presented.
· Navy STEM Lesson Plans - DE and the Navy present a series of interactive lesson plans designed to explore new ideas, from the physics of flight to engineering future ships.
Professional Learning Opportunities:
· Educator Essentials: Whether brand new to Discovery Education, looking for a refresher, or ready to recommit to digital integration, this curated content is essential to launching or continuing your Discovery Education journey.
Upcoming Monthly Virtual Experiences:
· Live NFL Experience at Super Bowl 51 - January 31st - Go on a Virtual Field Trip with the National Football League and the American Heart Association to learn how easy and fun it is to get active and heart healthy.
· President's Day Virtual Viewing Party - February 17th - In celebration of the great leaders of our nation, join us for an interactive experience looking at the contributions of two of America's greatest presidents, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
· Pi Day Virtual Experience - March 14th - Join us to celebrate the mathematical constant Pi and learn more about its significance in mathematical research, and its everyday applications.