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Exploring The First Encounters Of Native Americans And European Explorers/Settlers From Multiple Perspectives Through Critical Literacy Discussions In A Fifth-Grade Classroom, Kristen Merrill
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Your Story, Your History: Social Studies And History Instruction In A Nicaraguan Primary School, Nicole Akin
Your Story, Your History: Social Studies And History Instruction In A Nicaraguan Primary School, Nicole Akin
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In the latter half of the 20th century, the country of Nicaragua experienced major political upheaval, which not only affected political, social and economic policies, but education as a whole. Education has been a constant struggle in Nicaragua – this country is the second poorest in Latin America and has the highest dropout rate in Latin America with 52% of individuals leaving school before finishing their primary school education. The Sandinista movement rallied the country together and as a result helped to foster a rich culture and history of Nicaragua, which can be found in primary school social studies classes. …
Aligning Citylab Biotechnology Curriculum With Ngss Standards And Practices, Arianna Jefferson
Aligning Citylab Biotechnology Curriculum With Ngss Standards And Practices, Arianna Jefferson
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Making Math Happen: Exploring Math Ipad Games With Sixth Grade Students, Molly Bennett
Making Math Happen: Exploring Math Ipad Games With Sixth Grade Students, Molly Bennett
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Technology is a great resource for teachers. It can enhance lessons, activities, assessment and general functions of the classroom. The use of technology in education can be beneficial, but may present challenges for pre service and in service teachers. Integrating technology in the classroom is the foundation of teaching. However, research on iPad use in the classroom is quite limited. This qualitative research study took place at a K-8 school in Southeastern, Massachusetts. A study group of five sixth grade students was chosen by the classroom teacher. The teacher selected the students by looking at their standardized test scores, class …