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A. Scott Flynn Professional Educator, Technology Specialist, Coach, CEO at Flynn Farm Fresh. Experience: 7th Grade Science Otte-Blair Middle School August 2015 – Present Topics Covered: 1.Scientific Method –basics of exploring science & Metric system 2.Ecology –classification, adaptations, interactions, and behavior 3.Motion & Forces –introduction to Newton’s laws, gravity, & friction…Continue reading “Welcome”

2May 20182 May 2018

3 Modes Of Thinking: Lateral, Divergent & Convergent Thought

The challenge is to have the student learn enough facts so that they can propose new questions. Which in turn…

28Feb 201828 Feb 2018

Making Thinking Visible Activity

What worked? Students were asked two question: What is the greatest invention using only 5 words? Who is the greatest…

24Feb 201825 Feb 2018

Would You Rather

Taken from Quirky Bohemian Mama: WOULD YOU RATHER… Eat three live earthworms or a peanut-butter and tuna sandwich? Own a dangerous…

Wayne State College Learning Community

West Point Learning Community Values

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20 Tips to Help De-escalate Interactions With Anxious or Defiant Students | MindShift | KQED News

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Levels of Questioning

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Fair Isn’t Always Equal

8 Jun 20188 Jun 2018

"Fair Isn't Always Equal" A summary of the information presented in the Rick Wormeli book of the same name. via "Fair Isn't Always Equal" by Emily Langer on Prezi

Unpacking NE Science Standards

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Science Education – Nebraska Dept of Education

2017 Science Standards Approved Sept. 8, 2017 The standards can also be accessed from the Content Area Standards Webpage. Nebraska’s College and Career Ready Standards for Science (NCCRS-S) were adopted by the…

Day One Journal Entries

4 May 20185 May 2018

My Journal This is a collection of short thoughts and events in my room

3 Modes Of Thinking: Lateral, Divergent & Convergent Thought

2 May 20182 May 2018

The challenge is to have the student learn enough facts so that they can propose new questions. Which in turn lead to more facts being developed. Lessons need to have…

Standardized Test Humor

This is the testing season!

Memes for Class Rules

30 Apr 201830 Apr 2018

This is a great idea for next year! Students will like the humor and they get memes! via meme+pic+2.jpg (760×1114)

ClassHook | Educational Clips from Popular Media

Teach, engage, inspire Teach your students using their favorite TV shows and movies. What do you want to teach? Excellent site to help explain concepts in science. via ClassHook |…

NETA 2018 – Day 2

20 Apr 20184 May 2018

iOS Magic iPad and Iphone Tricks Revealed - Tony Vincent Most of his tips must be used on iOS 11 You can have 15 Home screens on your devices. learninginhand.com/magic…

NETA 2018 – Day 1

19 Apr 20184 May 2018

World Economic Forum: 10 Skills You Need to Thrive Unstructured Learning and Problems Focus on Design: “ If I had asked people what they wanted, they would have said ‘Faster…

Science U

Science-U Experiment! Each hands-on Science-U experiment includes an overview video, a student handout, and a teacher's guide. The handouts include a materials list, step-by-step instructions, guided scientific questions, keywords with definitions, and…

Passion Project

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Grading in School

What is the Difference between Standards-Based Grading (or Reporting) and Competency-Based Education? November 11, 2014 by Matt Townsley Matt Townsley Here in Iowa, competency-based education is gaining traction at the…