https://padlet.com/bjennybell/5ulpcr4ogc8jjuyg Made with the strength to succeed en-us 2021-11-23 18:26:05 UTC 2021-11-24 18:15:56 UTC hello@padlet.com bjennybell https://padlet.com/bjennybell/5ulpcr4ogc8jjuyg/wish/1909099984 The quizzes in Gapminder are short and perfect for bell ringer activities. The students could take the quiz, earn a badge, then  write down ideas or thoughts about the topics they find interesting in a digital journal entry. Since the quizzes in Gapminder are focused on global issues, students are exposed to facts that they may have had misconceptions about. Topics include: climate action, poverty, hunger, health and wellness, gender equality, clean water and sanitation, affordable and sustainable energy, decent work and economic growth, industry innovation, reduced inequities, and sustainable cities and communities. This will foster cultural and global awareness as well as build empathy for diversity. The gamified aspects of the site increase classroom engagement and can be used as topics for class discussions or civic project ideas, creating supportive learning experiences. ]]> 2021-11-23 18:50:18 UTC https://padlet.com/bjennybell/5ulpcr4ogc8jjuyg/wish/1909099984 bjennybell https://padlet.com/bjennybell/5ulpcr4ogc8jjuyg/wish/1909176056 Complete with teacher's guides, Global Problem Solvers is an animated series about six super team members from six different countries, Jordan, France, Japan, Malawi, Brazil, and India. Much like students in a classroom, the diversity of the team members gives each of them unique skills which students can relate to. This shows students how digital skills, creativity, critical thinking, social consciousness, entrepreneurial skills, and teamwork skills can be used to make a difference in their own communities. This series can be incorporated in an ELA writing assignment. The printed scripts and storyboards that are offered, can give students a glimpse into how animated stories, movies, and TV shows are made and how dynamic characters help bring a story to life. Students can write their own stories with problems and create their own protagonists to solve them. Global Problem Solvers does not only foster social change agents, but it also engages students with the animated series and thought provoking problems. ]]> 2021-11-23 19:37:55 UTC https://padlet.com/bjennybell/5ulpcr4ogc8jjuyg/wish/1909176056 bjennybell https://padlet.com/bjennybell/5ulpcr4ogc8jjuyg/wish/1909210506 The Poster Power lesson found on ePals can be incorporated as an art or history lesson. It requires partnered classrooms to analyze posters from the Smithsonian and collaborate to design meaningful posters to promote local items, events, or issues. Using one of ePals' curated activities, teachers can give their students global experiences to meet most subject areas. Whether it is connecting with a class or individually, students have the option to explore other cultures through art, food, history, literature, science, geography, politics, social issues, and health. This global and cultural exposure tool creates  supportive learning experiences for students as young as 8 years old. By giving students choice, it engages them and allows them to develop student agency as they explore their interests. ]]> 2021-11-23 20:03:01 UTC https://padlet.com/bjennybell/5ulpcr4ogc8jjuyg/wish/1909210506 bjennybell https://padlet.com/bjennybell/5ulpcr4ogc8jjuyg/wish/1909233981 Perfect for a science lesson, expert explorers from National Geographic give views a glimpse into how they use technology and tools to learn about our world. In one lesson, an engineer shows how STEM is used to explore the oceans. This would be perfect for any science class discussing oceanography. They could watch the live video and prepare individual or class generated questions. The answers can provide topics for reflection and later class discussions. Providing opportunities to ask experts questions, creates an engaging and supportive learning experience. National Geographic offers education and resources to help all students become global explores. ]]> 2021-11-23 20:20:42 UTC https://padlet.com/bjennybell/5ulpcr4ogc8jjuyg/wish/1909233981 bjennybell https://padlet.com/bjennybell/5ulpcr4ogc8jjuyg/wish/1909260694 Paying homage to the diverse heroes of the world, My Hero shares stories of perseverance, kindness, courage, and compassion. It offers digital tools for students to publish webpages that honor those that have inspired them and encouraged them to make a positive change in their own communities. This would be a great fit for an ELA personal narrative or research project. Students could find a hero on the My Hero website that inspires them, then write and share an essay that honors that person. Heroes on My Hero often showcase people who have fought for human rights, social justice, and peace. Through inclusion and diversity, My Hero generates creativity, self-expression, and cross-cultural understanding that engages students. ]]> 2021-11-23 20:43:07 UTC https://padlet.com/bjennybell/5ulpcr4ogc8jjuyg/wish/1909260694