Mr and Mrs Social Studies

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Simulations have the opportunity to bring a historical topic to life in a way that more traditional activities cannot. Simulations can also present information in a new way that can be more exciting and engaging than traditional teaching methods. These sites include Roman Egypt, Gaul, Roman Britain, Pompeii, Rome, and Constantinople.

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Anthropology News

JANUARY 29, 2024

Issued: January 29, 2024 Response deadline: February 23, 2024 Pitch responses: February 29, 2024 First drafts due: March 27, 2024 For our third issue of 2024, Anthropology News is delving into the burgeoning field of artificial intelligence (AI) and its intricate relationship with human reality. And is humanity shaping AI?

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Anthropology.net

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Neanderthals and early Homo sapiens , two of the closest relatives in the human evolutionary story, share a unique distinction: they are the only known hominins to have buried their dead. Neanderthal burials included items such as wild goat horns, red deer jaws, tortoiseshells, and stone artifacts, while early H.

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The Hechinger Report

JULY 26, 2021

Interactive digital and virtual experiences allow students to make choices about materials and people, something the teachers said rarely happens in a traditional unit of study. S tudents revealed that they were eager to spend more time with the experience. This is critically important to learning.

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

These stories of resilience and triumph allowed me to see my own humanity as a Black person, something I later realized I desperately needed. I needed to learn about my people in order for me to see my own humanity, and for the students I’ve taught over the past 13 years, I know this to be true.

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ED Surge

JUNE 2, 2023

AR can be used in the classroom to create interactive learning experiences that enhance traditional instruction. For example, an AR app can create interactive 3D models of historical artifacts or scientific specimens that students can learn from and explore. What does AR look like in the humanities?

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Anthropology.net

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Testing the Hypothesis with Replicas To test this hypothesis, the research team recreated similar stones using local pebbles and a flint drill, then enlisted Yonit Kristal, a traditional craftsperson, to spin flax using these replicas. However, this type of analysis is beyond the scope of the current study. 1 Yashuv, T., & Grosman, L.

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Anthropology.net

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Dr. Jérôme Robitaille, one of the study’s lead authors explained, “These artifacts reveal a range of prehistoric fishing technologies, including both active and passive methods. Passive fishing methods, on the other hand, relied on traps and nets designed to capture fish without constant human intervention.

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Anthropology.net

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Artifacts and the Cellar's Significance Over a thousand artifacts were uncovered during the excavation, including pottery fragments, flint tools, and fossilized sea urchins. Such findings highlight the significance of ongoing archaeological research in uncovering the complexities of early human societies. 1 Brinch, M.,

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Anthropology.net

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Hieroglyphic depictions and ritual artifacts reveal that early Egyptians often used animals to represent gods, cosmic forces, or societal ideals. The deliberate alteration of sheep horns likely mirrored this tradition, transforming them into living symbols of the elite’s ability to dominate and reshape the natural world. .

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Digital Promise

MARCH 5, 2020

School libraries are shifting from traditional settings where information is consumed to modern library programs which support authentic student inquiry, design, and creation. Competency-based performance is not the same as traditional professional development. With teacher librarians across the U.S. Create More! Consume Less?

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Anthropology.net

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

Previously believed to be a mere work of art, this 37,000-year-old artifact now emerges as a sophisticated tool for crafting rope. Dated to around 37,000 years ago, these pieces were attributed to the skilled hands of early modern humans. 1 / 1Ivory perforated baton from Hohle Fels Cave, southwestern Germany with four views.

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Anthropology.net

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

In the heart of northeastern China lies the Shiyu site, a treasure trove of ancient artifacts that has recently rewritten the narrative of human migration. Unearthing Clues to Ancient Migration For decades, the Shiyu site has tantalized archaeologists with its rich deposits, hinting at a long and complex history of human habitation.

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The Hechinger Report

APRIL 30, 2017

At the same time, the historic and cultural nature of art provides students a great platform to explore traditions of their own and others so they’re encouraged to learn how ancestral narratives and artifacts influence beliefs and dispositions. The arts can bridge communication gaps and convey a greater level of knowledge.”.

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Anthropology.net

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

This discovery offers a rare glimpse into the dietary practices of the ancient people of the Tarim Basin, highlighting how early humans preserved and consumed food, particularly dairy products. Bronze Age cheese reveals human-Lactobacillus interactions over evolutionary history. Abuduresule, Y., … Fu, Q. doi:10.1016/j.cell.2024.08.008

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Anthropology.net

APRIL 14, 2024

These intricate wooden artifacts, etched with symbols and patterns, represent far more than mere mnemonic aids; they are windows into the sophisticated communication systems of Australia's First Nations peoples. Acquired in 1885, this artifact offers insights into Indigenous communication methods and cultural symbolism. 1 Kelly, P.,

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Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

The College of Education and Human Performance at the University of Central Florida strives to be at the forefront of innovation in teacher training and development. Some of the Educators Rising micro-credentials’ submission requirements call for artifacts from classroom teaching, such as teaching videos.

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Sapiens

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

One criticism of current 3D models of archaeological sites is that they are devoid of human traces and history. The omission of human usage and cultural traces renders these representations static and sterile. Traditional healers and tourists also visit Ga-Mohana. The pursuit of objectivity in scientific endeavors is the norm.

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Anthropology.net

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The Discovery at Tunnug 1 In southern Siberia, archaeologists have uncovered a prehistoric burial mound—Tunnug 1—revealing evidence of human and animal sacrifices from the late 9th century. The excavation revealed fragmented remains of at least 18 horses alongside one human.

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Anthropology.net

MARCH 5, 2024

Unveiling Gold Treasures and Ritual Offerings Within the sacred confines of the tomb, researchers uncovered a dazzling array of gold artifacts, including intricately crafted bracelets, belts adorned with gold beads, and symbolic ornaments such as crocodile-shaped earrings and gold-covered sperm whale teeth earrings. 1 Martínez, E.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 17, 2022

This is undoubtedly an artifact of traditional grading systems: They encourage a one-and-done approach that penalizes taking time to learn. There are a huge variety of board games out there, ranging from traditional and familiar (Monopoly, chess) to much more interesting modern designs ( Catan , Ticket to Ride , Wingspan ).

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Anthropology.net

JANUARY 19, 2024

The unique set of artifacts, combined with long-distance resource procurement strategies and migration abilities, challenges the traditional narrative of Homo sapiens ' global expansion. Their advanced tool kit, rich cultural practices, and evidence of creolization showcase the complexity of human societies in ancient East Asia.

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

Constructionism is tied to the idea of making sharable artifacts — things that exist outside the head of the learner to be “ shown, discussed, examined, probed, and admired.”. One way to embed audience in maker learning projects is through the practice of human-centered design or design thinking.

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The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

Related: How to save the humanities? Here is what we learned: Student learning in hybrid and traditional classrooms is comparable. We found that faculty-reported gains in student learning in Teagle-funded hybrid or online courses were comparable to gains in traditional classrooms, in line with research findings to date.

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Anthropology.net

AUGUST 23, 2024

This innovation, used during the Late Pleistocene, adds a new dimension to our understanding of early human survival strategies. Thousands of these points have been recovered, providing clues about the technology and skill of early humans. It’s an order of magnitude different.

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ACRE

JUNE 9, 2023

They will view artifacts from the people who lived in Dyess and learn how individuals and families lived during that time period. The home has two modest bedrooms, a dining room and kitchen with traditional dishware & a wooden cook stove, and a Springer radio in the living area where Johnny Cash would spend hours listening to music.

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Achieve the Core

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Additionally, the badging system is being designed with a success-orientation approach, which stands in stark contrast to traditional grading practices where we often accept high failure rates. The idea that some students will make it and some students will not is a widely held and defended position in high school mathematics.

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Anthropology for Beginners

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Tylor includes everything from tools and artifacts to the abstract conceptualization of after-life, there are ample evidences which suggest that human evolution is as much as a social and cultural phenomenon as it is biological. But human evolution also works in the epigenetic, behavioral, and symbolic inheritance systems.

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Anthropology.net

JULY 16, 2024

Led by Jules Blais, professor of biology at the University of Ottawa, the research team detected evidence of human presence and settlements on Somerset Island, Nunavut, by analyzing sediment samples. Professor Jules Blais, says,” "By analyzing pond sediment samples, we were able to construct detailed histories of site occupation.

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All Things Pedagogical

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The idea of tangible media and tangible artifacts is something I think we don't chat about enough in accessibility space. I have been thinking a lot about this physical media and artifacts and accessibility and how that relates to social media. Nothing is real because nothing is real; all those artifacts and legacy content gone.

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