Ideas And Inspiration For The K-12 Community
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Tools
Everything from classroom automation and making a class web site for free to creating videos and 3D printing.
Today's Video...
3D Printing Your Photos - Lithophanes
Lithophanes were first created in the 1820s using porcelain. By varying the depth of the material, you can create a seemingly 3 dimensional black & white image that can only be seen when backlit.
A video from: 3D Printing And The Arts
Today's Web Site...
National Center for Education Statistics
The Institute of Education Sciences (IES) is the statistics, research, and evaluation arm of the U.S. Department of Education. Their mission is to provide scientific evidence on which to ground education practice and policy.
Here you can find data on everything from the financial literacy of 15-year-old students to Indicators of School Crime and Safety to Changes in Children's Nonparental Care Arrangements From 2001 to 2012.
From: Department of Education
STEM Primer
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) is getting a lot of attention, but there are barriers. Check out our extensive STEM resources.
Free Classroom Websites – A How To
Unlike this guy, teachers are finding that classroom web sites are great for communicating with students and parents. And students put in more effort when they know that their work might be displayed online.
Learn how a class website can help and how to easily set it up for free!
3D Printing Primer
3D printing is both an art and a science. And it's one of those areas where spending a little extra money can save a lot of grief.
Come along as we explore the world of 3D Printing.
Bullying
Bullying in school has become a national cause. Here's an index of resources for students and teachers to tackle this problem.
Copyrights & Intellectual Property Rights
Intellectual property rights arises frequently if you or your students conduct research, incorporate another's document (of any type) or publish on the Web.
Great Women Role Models
The best way to teach is thru examples. The earlier young women are encouraged that they too can make a difference, the better their chances for success.
Parental Support
Parents are a big part of the education equation. Here are some resources to help them cope.
100's of Classroom Resources
We've indexed 100's of classroom resources on everything from Astronomy to Zebras to interdisciplinary learning resources.
Refresh your lesson plans here.
Dealing With Controversial Subjects
It is all but impossible to avoid controversial subjects or topics. Here are some ideas to cope.
Analyses and Evaluation
Check out a wide range of assessment and evaluation tools, tutorials and resources.
Mentor Networks
Help your students, and you, find mentors in your area. Or learn how to start a mentoring program of your own.
Simulation & Modeling Tools
There is a wide range of simulation and modeling tools available at no cost, covering everything from physics to engineering, astronomy and more.
New Visualization Tools
The Internet and modern browsers allow students build and test bridges, view plane traffic in real time, change gravity and perform experiments – all from their browser. Check out simulation and visualization tools available now.
Patterns and Art
Adding art into the curriculum can be as simple as showing how it incorporates everything from math to biology and physics.
Eyewitness Accounts
Nothing is the same as being there. These eyewitness accounts provide perspective and insight into recent and past events.
Search Sites for Young Students
The Internet is a great resource, but many web sites are not appropriate for young students. Here are some search site options that allow them to explore.
Google Docs For Education
Google Docs has generated a lot of buzz within the education community. We've indexed resources to get you started.
Student Subgroup Resources
Find resources to help all your students, from ESL and gifted students to Autism and mental health.
Learn More About K12IRC
The K-12 Internet Resource Center was launched in the 1990's as one of the first web sites dedicated to indexing K-12 educational resources.
Diverse On-Line Exhibits
When you can not go to the exhibit, let the exhibit come to you. Free field trips available for the arts, science, paleontology, biology, history and more.
Help Spread The Word
We have postcard flyers available for free. Leave some in your break room or distribute them at meetings or professional development events.
School Video Production
We have a whole section on how to get started and incorporate it into the classroom.
With the advent of inexpensive production tools and free video hosting like YouTube, the idea of the school film has been turned on its head.
Computers in the Classroom
Check out videos and resources showing how computers have been successfully integrated into the classroom.
It's not as hard as these guys are making it.
Minority Students
With the events of the last few years, the needs and safety of minority students have come into sharp focus. Many teachers are uncomfortable addressing these subjects or do not feel they have the cultural competency to speak to the issues. Here are some resources that can help.
Microsoft Office Alternatives
There are now good, no cost on-line and off-line alternatives to the cost and licensing issues of Microsoft Office.
