There’s an old adage that warns “Do not discuss politics or religion in general company…” However, as a History teacher, hot… Read more 5 Risky Social Studies Topics
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St. Patrick’s Day – 5 Things
March 17 is St. Patrick’s Day and to celebrate, here are 5 things about the celebration (courtesy of Wikipedia) you… Read more St. Patrick’s Day – 5 Things
The Ides of March – 5 Things
Today is the day Julius Caesar was warned to beware. Here are 5 little-known facts about Caesar’s extremely bad day: 1.… Read more The Ides of March – 5 Things
Roll Technology into Social Studies
Social Studies teachers can play an important role in helping students best prepare for the web and social media changes/challenges ahead… Read more Roll Technology into Social Studies
Critical Lincoln Classroom Activity
My 5 step Critical-Thinking Activity about the 16th President of the United States My US History students and I are… Read more Critical Lincoln Classroom Activity
Movies in the Classroom – 5 Suggestions
At the risk of being harshly judged by my colleagues – I fully admit that today I am showing a… Read more Movies in the Classroom – 5 Suggestions
Thanks Trump!
Donald Trump is awesome! Yeah, you heard me: Donald. Trump. Is. Awesome. Before you unfriend or unfollow me, hear me… Read more Thanks Trump!
5 New Ways to Use Google Slides
This school year I have delved deeper into the suite of Google Apps, including Google Slides. The following is a… Read more 5 New Ways to Use Google Slides
A New Carrot to Grow Student Participation
Ever watch the movie Groundhog Day? It’s the story of a man who is magically forced to relive a particular… Read more A New Carrot to Grow Student Participation
Internet Memes and Learning
A few weeks back I wrote about teachers using humor in the classroom. And, as cool as it is, do… Read more Internet Memes and Learning
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