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November 26, 2001
MarcoPolo: Internet
Content for the Classroom
http://marcopolo.worldcom.com/
The MarcoPolo program
provides no-cost, standards-based Internet content for the K-12 teacher and
classroom, developed by the nation's content experts. Online resources
include panel-reviewed links to top sites in many disciplines, professionally
developed lesson plans, classroom activities, materials to help with daily
classroom planning, and powerful search engines. MarcoPolo has signed agreements with
forty-nine states – including South Carolina – to roll out the MarcoPolo
Professional Development Program. As the state tries to provide training to
every teacher in every district, regional technology personnel are becoming
certified MarcoPolo trainers. These trainers will work with teachers or other
trainers to show them how to use MarcoPolo content and the Internet in the
classroom. Train-the-trainer sessions
will begin soon in Greenwood School District 50. Teachers who want to get started can
download instructional guides from this website.
November 19, 2001
Thanksgiving: History,
Lessons, and Other Stuff(ing)
http://www.educationplanet.com/articles/thanksgiving.html
In 1623, William
Bradford, the first Governor of the Jamestown Colony, declared “that all ye Pilgrims, with your wives and
ye little ones, do gather at ye meeting house, on ye hill…there to…render
Thanksgiving…" This special
American holiday began as a celebration of thanksgiving in the early days of
the American colonies -- almost 400 years ago. Today, Thanksgiving is not
only the time for giving thanks, but also the time for food, family, football
-- and education! Thanksgiving provides teachers with a great opportunity for
lessons involving history, cultures, geography, art, music, language arts,
computer skills, and more.
Education Planet has searched the web to provide a list of
Thanksgiving Internet resources for which any educator will be thankful! Here
you will find a great list of websites, excellent lesson plans, crafts,
activities, and even recipes. There is
a lot here, also, for parents who want to do more – and learn more – at
Thanksgiving.
November 12, 2001
ADHD: Save One Starfish
http://www.home.earthlink.net/~jolhid/saveonestarfish/
This site was created by three school nurses as part of their efforts to
create public awareness of ADHD and it treatment. The site has won several awards as a result
of their efforts. The site recognizes
the responsibilities of the parent/guardian and the medical profession in
dealing with children whose behavior sometimes interferes with their learning
and the learning of others. It’s focus
in on behavior development strategies rather than medication. The following, from the website, summarizes
that focus. “Instead
of discouraging the active child, his/her energy should be redirected with
the gentle guidance of a mature, responsible adult. Instead of labeling a
child inattentive, he/she should be asked about his/her thoughts and ideas.
Instead of calling a child unfocused, his/her attention should be directed to
the task at hand. Instead of calling a child a troublemaker, he/she should be
taught self-discipline… Children need
kind, caring adults who are willing to invest their time and patience. All adults
need to accept both the challenge and the responsibility…” This
website offers thoughtful and informed discussion of a complex issue that
faces the classrooms and homes of these children.
November 5, 2001
America’s Story at America’s Library
http://www.americaslibrary.gov/cgi-bin/page.cgi
The Library of Congress created this site for elementary and middle school
students. “Meet Amazing Americans”
provides profiles of many famous Americans.
“Jump Back in Time” presents each period of American history through
stories, pictures, and trivia. You can
pick any date – your birthday, for example – and find important historical
events from the past. “Explore the
States” provides interesting information and stories about each state (for
example, in South Carolina you can read about the Cowpens battlefield, the
Chitlin’ Strut, Gullah, the Newberry Opera House, and more). “Join America at Play” discusses America’s
hobbies, sports, and pastimes. “See,
Hear, and Sing” presents videos and songs from America’s past. This site is an excellent resource for
involving students in America’s Story.
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