Oregon Department of Education
Habits of Mind
There is more than one way to approach a problem. Explore the habits of mind as they relate to the methods of approaching learning, and to how young writers can develop success once they learn to foster each skill.
Code.org
HTTP and Abstraction on the Internet
Introduce your class to the layers of abstraction of the Internet with a instructional activity on the HTTP protocol. Pupils review previous lessons on levels of the Internet, then investigate new high levels by examining the...
Center for Civic Education
The Power of Nonviolence: Change Through Strategic Nonviolent Action
How did major historical figures, such as Henry David Thoreau, Susan B. Anthony, and Mohandas K. Gandhi, explain and defend their beliefs in nonviolence? Your learners will begin by studying the backgrounds of these individuals, and then...
Other
International Center in Leadership in Education: Rigor/relevance Framework
This resource features a Rigor/Relevance Framework tool developed by staff of the International Center for Leadership in Education to examine curriculum, instruction, and assessment. The Rigor/Relevance Framework is based on two...
Other
Jimmy Carter Library & Museum: The Camp David Accords
Complete information on the Camp David Accords includes the Framework for Peace in the Middle East, the Framework for the Conclusion of a Peace Treaty between Egypt and Israel, and the Camp David Accords after Twenty-Five Years.
Other
Problem Solving: 3 Highly Effective Tools
Problem-solving skills are important to learn in the 21st-century classroom. This brief article lists three tools by Edward De Bono that can help you develop good problem-solving skills.
US Geological Survey
Us Geological Survey/ Historic Eruptions
Tambora of Indonesia had one of the deadliest eruptions since 1500. You will learn about the volcano and you can link to other related items.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Ecological Systems Theory Simply Explained
Explains what the ecological systems theory is and it relates to child development. Looks at five environmental contexts that impact on a child's life and development. Provides examples of how different events within these frameworks...