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Working for the Common Good
One way to encourage young people to be concerned about the common good is to teach them about “the commons.”
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professional development
Suffragists Change Tactics in Fight for Equal Suffrage (Transcript)
This piece is to accompany Women's SuffrageWatch the video here.
November 15, 2011
teaching strategy
Word Work
Personal Picture Dictionary
A personal picture dictionary is an individual vocabulary and spelling resource students make themselves.
July 19, 2014
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Investigate
As an administrator, it is your responsibility to remain calm, firm and deliberate as you gather the facts surrounding a potential bias-based incident.
August 27, 2012
student task
Write to the Source
Problem Solver
Problem Solver asks students to demonstrate their argumentative skills when identifying problems and solutions in writing.
July 19, 2014
article
Snapshots from Mix It Up at Lunch Day
Mix It Up at Lunch Day is all about diversity. It celebrates the diversity of America’s classrooms. And it shows the diverse ways teachers can tackle cliquishness in schools. We were inspired by some of the great stories the day has generated. We thought we’d share three of them with you here.
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Toolkit for “Serving Up Food Justice at School”
This toolkit accompanies the article “Serving Up Justice at School,” and provides a classroom activity that engages students in learning about the food in their daily lives through an interdisciplinary social-action project.
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Pathways to Success
Every student teaches you something, and this educator will never forget the powerful lesson one student taught him about the diverse ways students can show their learning.
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Six Steps to Speak Up
Whatever situation you're in, remember these six steps to help you speak up against everyday bigotry. In any situation, however, assess your safety, both physical and emotional. There is a risk, and that must be acknowledged as you make your own choice to Speak Up!
July 21, 2009