I am creating this blog to try to share some of the resources I come across with you in hopes that you will try it out in your classroom. Some of you are pros, and some need a little guidance. That's okay! I can help.
This week, I attended the Common Core Math Developers conference in Albany. The conference was through some work by CUNY to try to develop a working curriculum for Adult Ed. Staff Developers throughout the region attended, and it was insightful to see so many who share the same struggles we have in our area. I have so many exciting things to share with you. If any of you would like me to come into your classroom and share some lessons on functions, please let me know and we can set up a date. Functions are an important item on the new TASC test, and I have lessons to share with you.
At the conference, we had some fun exploring an app called Kahoot. Kahoot allows students to join a gameshow-like atmosphere and compete against each other. It allows you to share a code with your students that they can type into their smartphone or other device. There are lists of questions already loaded, but you can created your own. If anyone tries it out, please enter a comment below and let us know what you thought.
Another timely idea I want to share is StoryCorps. They are currently working on the Great Thanksgiving Listen. This is where teachers ask students to interview elder family members this Thanksgiving, in an attempt to really get to know their story. Here is Robin Roberts of Good Morning America explaining the project. If you follow this link, you will have access to an Educator's Toolkit giving you more directions. I would love it if you or your students would be willing to share.
I'm excited to share my experiences with you, and I will send updates once a week. Please let me know if there are any topics you are in need of resources for, and I'll try to do some digging and will share my findings.
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Sherri
