ELA/Social Studies Padlet Resources by https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw Made with the intention of helping a struggling ELA (or social studies) student master the craft! en-us 2021-02-28 13:53:51 UTC 2021-04-06 19:47:28 UTC hello@padlet.com MLA Style Guide mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250054793 This resource is a fantastic guide for student's who have questions about MLA grammar, style, and citaitons. Since MLA is the dominate style of writing in secondary education, I thought this would be a prudent resource to include.  

URL: https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/mla_style/mla_style_introduction.html]]> 2021-02-28 14:02:54 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250054793 Grammar Bytes! mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250058292 This resource is extremely useful for students who may need additional support with different areas of grammar. The website contains explanations of different grammatical components as well as practice problems, handouts, tips, presentations, and links to additional Youtube videos.

URL: https://chompchomp.com/menu.htm]]> 2021-02-28 14:04:57 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250058292 Mindful Tools: Active Listening mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250065825 Since active listening has been emphasized in this course, I thought I would include this resource in my padlet. This website has tips on how to become a better active listener with easy to follow tips and directions as well as videos embedded in the article for students who are visual/auditory learners. 

URL: https://www.mindtools.com/CommSkll/ActiveListening.htm]]> 2021-02-28 14:09:04 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250065825 Are You A Good Listener: TED-ED mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250071438 This resource would also be useful for a student who struggles with active listening. It includes a short, visually appealling video with multiple choice questions, additional resources with more information regarding listening, and  a concluding set of questions that help the student consider the importance of active listening.

URL: https://ed.ted.com/best_of_web/foptnjVE#discuss ]]> 2021-02-28 14:12:14 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250071438 Improving Reading Fluency with Board Games mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250079805 This website describes a total of 10 different board games that can be used to help a student struggling with reading fluency practice their skills. 

URL: https://numberdyslexia.com/10-board-games-that-improve-reading-fluency/

]]> 2021-02-28 14:17:17 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250079805 Reading Aloud to Build Comprehension mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250085027 I really liked this article because it went into great detail about how beneficial reading aloud can be for a struggling student. It also listed a sample set of "read aloud texts" that could be used by a student for additional practice.

URL: https://numberdyslexia.com/10-board-games-that-improve-reading-fluency/]]> 2021-02-28 14:20:21 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250085027 Note-Taking Tips mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250090052 I found this resource to be helpful for students in high school who may need additional support with their note-taking. The article breaks down key components of the note-taking process in easy to understand terms in a logical pattern of organization.

URL: https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/take-notes.html]]> 2021-02-28 14:23:22 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250090052 Taking Better Notes in High School and College mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250093675 While the student may not be in college (yet), this resource is another great way to brush up on note-taking skills for high school classes as well. I liked the fact the article embedded a graphic organizer for the student to use when practicing their note-taking skills.

URL: https://www.collegexpress.com/articles-and-advice/majors-and-academics/blog/how-take-better-notes-high-school-and-college/]]> 2021-02-28 14:25:19 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250093675 Tips For Public Speaking mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250097582 Public speaking is dreaded by a number of students in high school, so this resource could help a student fear this act a bit less. It includes useful tips and gives great explanations as to WHY public speaking is integral to communicating and being successful after high school.

URL:  https://www.collegexpress.com/articles-and-advice/majors-and-academics/blog/how-take-better-notes-high-school-and-college/]]> 2021-02-28 14:27:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250097582 Public Speaking Tips From TED Talks mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250100682 Who doesn't like TED talks? This resource breaks down the 9 most important lessons one can glean from watching TED talks. I like how organized and easy to follow the article is! 

URL: https://www.forbes.com/sites/carminegallo/2014/03/04/9-public-speaking-lessons-from-the-worlds-greatest-ted-talks/?sh=4769734e4a9d]]> 2021-02-28 14:29:27 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250100682 Cerebral Palsy: Speech Therapy Exercises For Children mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250104676 Since many people with CP suffer from speech impediments, I thought this would be a great resource to use. It goes over four main ways to practice speech for students of all ages.

URL: https://www.speechbuddy.com/blog/speech-therapist/speech-therapy-exercises-for-children/]]> 2021-02-28 14:31:50 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250104676 Cerebral Palsy: 15 Fun Public Speaking Activities mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250108475 There are tons of free public speaking activities and games on the internet! I included this resource because it included some outside-the-box ideas on how to get a student talking for an extended period of time.

URL: https://slightlyunconventional.com/fun-public-speaking-activities/]]> 2021-02-28 14:34:08 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250108475 Cerebral Palsy: Public Speaking Activities for Secondary Students mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250108693 I included this resource as an additional place to check for new and creative activites that build speaking skills for secondary students. There is also a wonderful segment that discusses nonverbal communication, an equally important component of public speaking that a student with CP needs to be mindful of!

URL: https://languageartsclassroom.com/2015/04/public-speaking-activities.html]]> 2021-02-28 14:34:15 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250108693 Cerebral Palsy: 10 Public Speaking Games and Activities to Try mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250108884 This resource provides additional games and exercises a student with CP could practice with a friend, family, or even by themselves! I like how the activities are simple and get the student talking. The only way to get better at public-speaking is to practice!

URL: https://ethos3.com/2018/03/10-public-speaking-games-activities-try/ ]]> 2021-02-28 14:34:23 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250108884 Cerebral Palsy: 7 Simple Activities To Build Self-Esteem In Children mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250109204 Public speaking and self-esteem have a very intimiate connnection. In order to have a commanding presence while giving a speech/speaking, one must possess a decent level of self-esteem. This resource goes over ways to build self-esteem so public speaking isn't as overwhelming for a student with CP who might have low self-esteem.]]> 2021-02-28 14:34:33 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1250109204 American Panorama mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388738676 American Panorama is an historical atlas of the United States for the twenty-first century. It combines cutting-edge research with innovative interactive mapping techniques, designed to appeal to anyone with an interest in American history or a love of maps.]]> 2021-04-06 19:08:42 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388738676 American Social History Project mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388742831 I liked this website for a variety of reasons. First, it's print, visual, and multimedia materials that explore the diverse social and cultural histories of the nation seemed to really engage a visual learner. Additionally, the website contained podcasts of different historical events that would be useful for an auditory learner.]]> 2021-04-06 19:09:54 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388742831 Big History Project mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388751371 Focused on high school students, the Big History Project is a joint effort between teachers, scholars, scientists, and their supporters to bring a multi-disciplinary approach to knowledge. I liked how visually appealing the site was, and I also liked how it had standards built in for educators to consult.]]> 2021-04-06 19:12:13 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388751371 CrashCourse mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388754679 These videos helped me pass a college history class one time! I love how condensed and easy-to-follow the information is. The visuals also keep students engaged throughout the video. ]]> 2021-04-06 19:13:06 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388754679 The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388764448 In addition to including programs and lessons for a social studies teacher, a website features more than 60,000 unique historical documents that can be searched by time period, topic, or object type. ]]> 2021-04-06 19:15:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388764448 Smithsonian History Explorer mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388774413 Developed by the National Museum of American History, Smithsonian’s History Explorer is designed for K-12 teachers and students and offers hundreds of free, innovative online resources for teaching and learning American history. I found this resource to have extensive information for both students and educators. ]]> 2021-04-06 19:18:32 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388774413 Stanford History Education Group mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388779775 The Reading Like a Historian curriculum engages students in historical inquiry. Each lesson revolves around a central historical question and features a set of primary documents designed for groups of students with a range of reading skills. The lessons utilize reading strategies such as sourcing, contextualizing, corroborating, and close reading which help the student bring history to life instead of reading dry facts out of a book.]]> 2021-04-06 19:20:06 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388779775 Teaching Tolerance mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388788342 With an emphasis on teaching students to reducing prejudice and improving intergroup relations, I thought this resource was very appropriate for the times we are living in. The lesson plans are well organized and designed, and I think they could easily be modified for students based on their ability level.]]> 2021-04-06 19:22:17 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388788342 British Museum- Museum of the World mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388799919 Almost like a virtual field trip, this website enables one to travel all over time periods and across continents exploring different artifacts. Extremely user-friendly, I thought this would be perfect to use as a introductory lesson for a new unit.]]> 2021-04-06 19:25:32 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388799919 Classroom Law Project mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388813839 As the website explains: Classroom Law Project is a non-profit organization of individuals, educators, lawyers, and civic leaders working to equip students with the knowledge, essential skills, and motivation to participate in our democracy. I loved how the website was targeted at preparing the next generation to lead our country on a continued path of democracy.]]> 2021-04-06 19:29:21 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388813839 Cerebral Palsy: Teaching Social Studies to Students with Mild Disabilities mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388836074 This article did a fantastic job of highlighting the obstacles students with special needs face when trying to learn a social studies curriculum. Also, the article goes on to suggest various accommodations that can be made to help this population of student succeed.]]> 2021-04-06 19:35:53 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388836074 Cerebral Palsy: Teaching Social Studies mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388841058 Although this site isn't based in America, I found the way they organized their resources (graphic organizers, cooperative learning, writing/presenting information, and using oral/visual activities) to be extremely useful and easy to follow. This would be a perfect resource for an educator working with tier 3 students.]]> 2021-04-06 19:37:20 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388841058 Cerebral Palsy:12 Best Instructional Strategies to Thrive as a Social Studies Teacher mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388853020 Breaking down a lesson into the follow parts: The hook, the lesson, and the next level all contained evidence-based practices that would help a student with CP struggling in their social studies class. The language was easy to follow, and I liked how the page was organized as well. ]]> 2021-04-06 19:40:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388853020 Cerebral Palsy: Effective Social Studies Teaching Strategies mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388860195 While this was technically more of a list, I liked that the information was easy to access. Also, the list itself is a great way to jog one's memory about half-forgotten evidence-based practices that could help their students with special needs succeed. ]]> 2021-04-06 19:42:48 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388860195 Cerebral Palsy: Essential Social Studies Skills and Strategies mabaird94 https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388866469 This article broke down the subject of social studies into two camps: Skills and strategies. The article goes on to explain the various skills a student with special needs has to possess in order to succeed in a social studies classroom, and the second piece, the strategies, offer evidence-based practices that have been proven to help a student with special needs succeed.]]> 2021-04-06 19:44:42 UTC https://padlet.com/mabaird94/lipxwjnn64hzp9nw/wish/1388866469