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How Academic Historians can be Useful to K-12 Teachers

NCHE

After Jessica Ellison invited me to participate in a conversation about how academic historians might be of use to K-12 teachers, I did a little research: I asked teachers at our state social studies council what they most needed for their work. The answers were clear: time and confidence, they said.

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A ‘summer camp’ for teachers fills a gap in environmental education

The Hechinger Report

Editor’s note: This story led off this week’s Future of Learning newsletter, which is delivered free to subscribers’ inboxes every other Wednesday with trends and top stories about education innovation. Often, the group came back with artifacts like tree core samples to share with their students when school starts in the fall.

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OPINION: Too many students just aren’t interested in what is being taught

The Hechinger Report

I was so excited to teach this class, I spent the summer collecting articles and artifacts from the local library and historical society. Social studies was the class I excelled in because it felt most meaningful. Related: OPINION: What’s missing in music education? Cultural and social relevance.

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A Teacher’s Guide to Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Studies Weekly

A Teacher’s Guide to Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month May 2, 2024 • Studies Weekly Diverse perspectives strengthen education, according to Heather Singmaster’s EdWeek article from November 2018. They broaden students’ view of history and teach them to respect people from different cultures.

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How Augmented Reality Helps Teachers Reach More Students

ED Surge

Both technologies have made their way into classrooms, leaving educational researchers wondering about their differences and implications for learning. For example, an AR app can create interactive 3D models of historical artifacts or scientific specimens that students can learn from and explore.

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How to Teach Soft Skills in Elementary School

Studies Weekly

Soft skills help prepare students to be critical thinkers and problem solvers who can succeed in higher education, future careers, and adult life. Elementary teachers can help students hone these skills through science, social studies, and health. When students learn about history, they see social skills in action.

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Five elements of a good preschool

The Hechinger Report

No matter what educational philosophy or model an early childhood classroom uses, these five elements are the essentials to look for when choosing a preschool. Academics: Children should learn fundamental academic skills in reading, math, science and social studies through discovery and creative activities.

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