https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d en-us 2021-12-09 05:03:37 UTC 2025-11-01 22:28:04 UTC hello@padlet.com 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937454454 This article discusses the use of Project Based Learning in the history classroom. One of the examples that I have seen used, is the student led inquiry into the technology that affected the outcome of the Civil War. Students choose a technology they are interested in and research it to discover how it affected the outcome of the Civil War. ]]> 2021-12-09 05:17:05 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937454454 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937469770 This is a Summative Assessment that a group of fellow students and I came up with for the Unit on Human Rights. This assessment is the essence of Problem Based Learning. It starts with the students getting in groups to form new countries. Then they start researching and learning guided by these questions: What do you think constitutes human rights? Who deserves these rights? How would you address the current human rights issues? Students thus have the problem, how to address and define human rights and solve human rights issues in the new country. Then they learn/research solutions. All of this is student driven.]]> 2021-12-09 05:32:28 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937469770 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937477836 This is a project I came up with. It has students research, write, and film a news broadcast based on one of the many perspectives of the Boston Massacre. Students choose a role as an editor, director (leader of the group), writer, camera person, sound person, etc. Through this process, they learn what it must have been like to be there to report on the Boston Massacre.]]> 2021-12-09 05:41:07 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937477836 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937494047 This is a lesson plan from TC3 Teachers that I have actually used in teaching. It is similar to Problem Based Learning, but without a problem to solve. The Boston Tea Party Inquiry Based Lesson starts with the essential question: The Boston Tea Party: Activism or Vandalism?. Through sourcing, analyzing primary sources, evaluating, and synthesizing the information from those sources, students make an argument defending their response to the essential question (The Boston Tea Party: Activism or Vandalism?). This is a student led inquiry.]]> 2021-12-09 05:58:09 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937494047 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937502102 This article provides some great ideas for Cooperative Learning Activities in the classroom. I especially like the "Its A Mystery" activity. I can see using this to introduce a significant historical figure or event (i.e. Christopher Columbus or the sinking of the USS Maine that started the Spanish American War). ]]> 2021-12-09 06:05:20 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937502102 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937509782 This is a PPT of the lesson a group of fellow students and I came up with. The topic of this lesson is the history of Human Rights and Human Rights today. Students follow the Jigsaw method as they become experts on their chosen topic (history of Human Rights or Modern Day Human Rights) and then teach what they have learned to another student. The use of the Jigsaw method for this lesson, instills ownership of learning, creates more opportunities for students to make personal connections, and gives students a chance to learn more as they teach the topic.]]> 2021-12-09 06:13:06 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937509782 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937523260 The Teaching History website has many great resources that I have looked through (some I have used in a real classroom). The lesson discussed on this page of the website deals with Structured Academic Controversy (SAC). It describes how to start with a historical issue with contrasting viewpoints (i.e. Was the bombing of Hiroshima necessary to end the war with Japan?). Students take turns making and defending an argument for one side, while the students who are taking the other side write down notes. Then, at the end of the presentation of arguments from the first group of students, they ask questions for clarification. Then the second group, the ones taking the opposite side of the first group, take their turn in presenting their arguments (which they came up with as the first group was coming up with theirs). After they present their side, the first group asks clarifying questions. Then both sides switch, making and presenting arguments for the side opposite the one they had at the beginning. Then both groups come to a consensus. This is a very structured, yet also freeing, way to discuss controversial issues in a positive way. Through Structured Academic Controversy (SAC), students learn vital citizenship skills, such as respect, listening, defending arguments with evidence, collaborating/compromising, and participating responsibly. ]]> 2021-12-09 06:25:51 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937523260 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937537440 The UEN (UTAH EDUCATION NETWORK) has a list of Service Project Ideas. One of the ones on the list that is similar to what I have seen done recently in history classes, is Collect Resources for a women's shelter. Students in the history classes I observed recently, were collecting things for Afghan Refugees. They had or were learning about the migrations of peoples throughout history, the various motivations for doing so, and refugee crises in recent history. Then they came up with the idea to collect and deliver needed items to these refugees. This project to the ideas learned about in history and made them real, which inspired the students to care for and about those in need.]]> 2021-12-09 06:39:21 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937537440 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937546202 I have yet to actually see this in use, but I would love to use Google VR in my history classroom. Students can visit museums, historical sites, etc. just by putting on this Google VR headset. The Google VR Cardboard is fairly cheap and most apps are free or close to it. I would also love for students who love video games (like Aaron and Ray from our student portfolios) to design their own VR experience (which might take some collaborating from my computer science department at my future school). ]]> 2021-12-09 06:47:33 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937546202 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937552068 This is a fantastic Project that allows students to think like historians as they explore and research the peoples, events, and/or geographical elements that make up the history of their community.]]> 2021-12-09 06:52:50 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937552068 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937572301 This is a video of a 5th grade Spanish Immersion class, but I think it can be applied to secondary school age students. I like how much ownership each group and individual student took in their project. A few of them expressed how much work they put into their research and use of technology. That is an important element of Project Based Learning.]]> 2021-12-09 07:11:22 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937572301 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937605483 This discusses how to use inquiry based learning in a history/social studies classroom. The section on using visuals to start the inquiry process, was what really stuck out to me. I like using visuals and starting students with easier inquiry skills (i.e. identifying what you see). This process primes them for more in depth inquiry of the topic being expressed in the visual. ]]> 2021-12-09 07:36:53 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1937605483 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938336466 This article has some great ideas on how to start a Problem Based Learning activity/project. I especially like the problem statements gallery walk, where students create a slide that includes the context of the problem, the problem, and the task to complete. This process guides students in identifying a problem, presenting that problem to the class, and, as a class, choosing a problems to work on.]]> 2021-12-09 14:30:01 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938336466 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938438480 This interactive lesson from PBS Learning Media, inspires students as they learn about historic and contemporary young civic leaders. They are then guided through the identification of the problem process, the research, and the creation of solutions to that problem or problems. This interactive lesson helps students develop the civic minded skills that are necessary in becoming responsible/active citizens.]]> 2021-12-09 15:06:01 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938438480 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938477299 The Center for Teaching History with Technology is a great resource. One section of interest discusses incorporating website design in the history classroom. Instead of the traditional essay. poster, or brochure, students can create an interactive website to demonstrate learning. For example, a group or an individual student can create a website for a Civil War battle site.]]> 2021-12-09 15:20:17 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938477299 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938488078 This interactive lesson has students use technology to research images of Native American history/culture. They then create a visual essay to demonstrate what they have found to be representative of the Native American Experience. This lesson goes beyond engaging with traditional text and uses technology to guide student exploration.]]> 2021-12-09 15:24:15 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938488078 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938542058 This video is a news report about a high school who took on many civic engagement service projects. This is a great example of how students can come up with service projects on their own and implement them. Civic engagement is an essential part of learning in social studies.]]> 2021-12-09 15:43:51 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938542058 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938552986 This website provides resources and links to events, lectures, stories, etc. related to service learning and civic engagement. Students can learn of the many different ways they can engage in civic service. They can be inspired by stories of youth serving and becoming community leaders.]]> 2021-12-09 15:48:13 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938552986 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938808656 This is great use of Structured Academic Controversy for the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Students take turns defending one of two sides of the argument generated from the question: Were Lewis and Clark respectful to the Native Americans they met on their journey? This is something I would use when I want students to understand the complexity of a historical issue.]]> 2021-12-09 17:42:11 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938808656 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938851268 This website provides a video and instructions on conducting Structured Academic Controversy lesson models on the controversial topic of racial profiling. This lesson helps students conduct a positive/respectful debate on a controversial topic, which is vital for developing the citizenship skills my social studies classes will be implementing]]> 2021-12-09 18:03:02 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938851268 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938873452 This the News Broadcast Project for the Boston Massacre]]> 2021-12-09 18:14:17 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938873452 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938892185 This assessment allows for me to differentiate to meet students unique contextual assets (funds of knowledge). It also allows for students to discover their personal passions and purpose, whether it be through writing a script, designing the shot, directing the project, researching the information, and other roles in the News Broadcast. Working in groups allow them to find ways to help each other find their purpose and passion in their group roles. Aaron and Austin both have interests in video games, so designing the scene (whether it be an in the field, studio interview, or other type of news broadcast). ]]> 2021-12-09 18:23:50 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938892185 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938906961 Students will be doing this News Broadcast project in groups. Each student in will get with their group and choose roles (director, writer, editor, camera person, scene staging, sound person, graphics, actors, reporters, etc.). They will conduct research on the Boston Massacre that will help them provide the information that the historical actors, reporters, and others will use as their script. This project will be done in the school/classroom over a number of weeks (this allows for students who do not have access to tech outside of school to participate fully). I will be conducting meetings with teach group throughout the process, to gauge their learning/understanding, support their creativity, and make sure they are on track to complete their project.]]> 2021-12-09 18:31:17 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938906961 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938926247 I will provide an example of a student news broadcast. I will provide the historical background  about the Boston Massacre and the events surrounding it. I will go over the rules/procedures for the News Broadcast of the Boston Massacre, the materials/tech needed, and the rubrics. I will provide this information in writing and in video form (as shown on my webpage of this assessment). At each stage, I will review the specifics of that stage of the project and meet each group. I will explain how this project/assessment will address the standards, SEL (social emotional learning)/citizenship skills development, and how this will help them see how they can make positive changes in the world by expressing their passions through their voice.]]> 2021-12-09 18:41:27 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1938926247 10192688 https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1939059427 2021-12-09 19:59:21 UTC https://padlet.com/10192688/a30e14elri05go3d/wish/1939059427