https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw en-us 2020-08-17 20:46:46 UTC 2020-08-27 15:15:42 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f4cc.png kmackie2 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702612717 Not all book in the curriculum are available, but there are some available, check it out.  It has audio books, ebooks, graphic novels, and the "enhanced e-books", often readers guides and quizzes. Even if the ebook, doesn't say it is an audio book, teen book cloud often has an audio option. It provides multiple means of engagement with the text, added supports, and sometimes student choice.]]> 2020-08-27 14:45:27 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702612717 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702619633 Contains text passages which can be read aloud and includes linked dictionary terms.  Sections of text could be aligned in a hyperdoc for note-taking. The texts also include links for interactives, practice assessments, and demonstrations.]]> 2020-08-27 14:47:28 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702619633 z4a59atf https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702621184 The videos are often divided by chapter, so you can show students small segments 3-4 minutes in length, and use CC for new language learners! Students often get lost in longer videos.]]> 2020-08-27 14:47:55 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702621184 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702621358 An educational search engine & can narrow based on pictures, article reading level, website with easy formatting]]> 2020-08-27 14:47:59 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702621358 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702624688 Includes secondary sources that can supplement main texts, automatically cites the source, and offers more related articles. ]]> 2020-08-27 14:48:52 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702624688 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702628587 As soon as I logged on, it asked me what content I taught and what my interests were. I like that I was able to narrow the options to the content that was tailored to my goals.]]> 2020-08-27 14:49:59 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702628587 z4a59atf https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702631086 I have use this for re-teaching tools in the past. The content is explained simply and provided some context for students about a bigger picture in time. There are also activities for students to complete so that you can see if they are learning. ]]> 2020-08-27 14:50:42 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702631086 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702631204 some articles about Spanish places, artists, current events...in Spanish and in English.
Simpler vocab lists can also be found and read aloud to students - though pronunciation is not 100% accurate.]]> 2020-08-27 14:50:44 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702631204 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702635757 Good for maps & human geo but also can browse by subject (has readings on U.S. history events, gov. court cases) & can be translated, read-aloud using different voices/speed, define words]]> 2020-08-27 14:52:05 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702635757 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702639352 Some of the videos are good for introductions to topics and explaining vocabulary terms, primarily in Algebra I and Geometry. Brain Pop is also available in Spanish and French (in different links).]]> 2020-08-27 14:52:56 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702639352 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702639881 I like that it has a read-aloud option. There are articles there about Maryland, the topic for unit 1 in ESOL 2.--Widney]]> 2020-08-27 14:53:05 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702639881 z4a59atf https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702640711 This can be used in several ways.  They have resources of all skill levels for students.  Teachers can organize resources in a way that might be visually appealing for students. (Board Builders), Students can also utilize board builders to show what they know and fall in line with UDL pricinples. 

]]> 2020-08-27 14:53:19 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702640711 kmackie2 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702642550 May be a very low level resource, but has biographies and fast facts on many topics that could serve to provide quick and easy background context. Is easy to navigate and has audio built in so students can listen to the facts if they prefer. Has a timeline of life facts and some have videos of images or statues.]]> 2020-08-27 14:53:52 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702642550 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702645728 Helpful for finding reliable sources for a research-based assignment. Shows two sides of a relevant issue, setting students up for discussions, class debates, or rhetorical analysis. ]]> 2020-08-27 14:54:49 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702645728 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702646475 many videos that relate directly to our curriculum. Short video clips that could be a great review for content that students can watch on their own time, pause and replay as needed. ]]> 2020-08-27 14:55:02 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702646475 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702647327 Destiny has been extremely helpful during Remote Learning, especially as our fabulous librarian, Courtney Yates, has been able to obtain more and more e-books basically at the drop of a hat! If you need content area books for your students and can't easily/affordable get them hard copies, give Courtney a shout to see what she can offer!]]> 2020-08-27 14:55:15 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702647327 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702651862 This looks like a pretty useful tool for finding appropriate grade level activities for reading and writing. I put "Macbeth" into the search and go some really cool results.]]> 2020-08-27 14:56:32 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702651862 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702653340 Government (state gov.)

States Edition --> Maryland (maps, data, gov. structure)]]> 2020-08-27 14:56:58 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702653340 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702655167 This has eBooks and graphic novels that have "enhanced features." Students can change font and color, for example. Unlimited check out. --Widney]]> 2020-08-27 14:57:31 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702655167 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702656027 Text can be translated with one click and read aloud in any language. Links embedded within the text include images and videos. ]]> 2020-08-27 14:57:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702656027 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702657475 There are videos and interactive activities. There are techbooks for Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry.]]> 2020-08-27 14:58:12 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702657475 z4a59atf https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702658289 Using this database will not just teach researching skills, but because there are a variety of different resources, students will have the ability to select the resources they need and are most interested in using. photographs, Newspaper articles, Peer Reviewed journals, political cartoons, "encyclopedia" entries etc... ]]> 2020-08-27 14:58:26 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702658289 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702659309 The Baltimore County Public Library is also an excellent place to find content area reading materials and they have tons! 
Every BCPS student can use their BCPS ID as a library card to obtain any materials they need from BCPL. It is a glorious partnership!]]> 2020-08-27 14:58:44 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702659309 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702661987 Articles, readings, videos, current events]]> 2020-08-27 14:59:16 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702661987 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702665635 awesome articles, can be very specific and useful for assigning groups different sports, countries, research topics. great for upper levels]]> 2020-08-27 15:00:22 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702665635 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702666287 Articles from magazines, newspapers, etc... Good Research tool, flexibility to find information.]]> 2020-08-27 15:00:33 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702666287 z4a59atf https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702673925 Allows students to access card catalog for library books. Allow students to select a book written in a format that they connect with can build content and understanding (BCPL will also allow for this)]]> 2020-08-27 15:02:49 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702673925 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702674557 Elementary resource, but I like that it has the options for read aloud. There are sections that describe different types of exercises and why they are beneficial to the body. ]]> 2020-08-27 15:03:00 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702674557 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702675363 2020-08-27 15:03:14 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702675363 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702679584 A resource with videos that can be used in lessons. Can use the search bar or search by subject.]]> 2020-08-27 15:04:26 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702679584 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702680553 various resource options that can extend connections to the content. I like the variety of resources this site will offer for any given topic. Exercise includes charts, video link, images, and articles.]]> 2020-08-27 15:04:42 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702680553 z4a59atf https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702681600 Students can access historical as well as current events as recorded by the Baltimore Sun. As is with all newspapers, there are a variety of resources: articles, cartoons, OP-=Eds, etc.]]> 2020-08-27 15:05:00 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702681600 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702684337 many articles and videos in Spanish. Great for other content areas too as there are many history and science topics.]]> 2020-08-27 15:05:48 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702684337 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702698790 Flipgrid, Audacity, Voicethread and WeVideo

]]> 2020-08-27 15:09:38 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702698790 kmackie2 https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702715640 Everything explained in the other columns of the Padlet!!!]]> 2020-08-27 15:14:11 UTC https://padlet.com/cwatson61/uw2dl9h41ojsa3yw/wish/702715640