Social Capital Markets Video Resources Video Resources Video clips are a great way to integrate character into a lesson. The first three are scenarios of teens that can be used to teach a specific pillar of character. Lateefah Simon - Responsibility Craig Kielburger - Caring David Levitt - Citizenship Developing Curriculum Leadership and Design by Nancy J. Mooney and Ann T. Mausbach The status quo was maintained in this district because the curriculum team didn't have any discussions on the best instructional practices. Ann had assumed that the team members already had a solid foundation on these practices, so they jumped right into writing the curriculum. In her haste to get the guides produced, she made a critical error.
QBQ! for Schools Tired of hearing students whine and blame? Want to help teens build character and learn important life skills? Sick of hearing excuses? Want to put an end to students’ procrastination? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then the new curriculum I Own It! Building Character Through Personal Accountability is exactly what you need.
small group icebreakers games Icebreakers for Small Groups (2 to 5 people) The following icebreakers are useful for small groups and teams of about two to five people. In some cases, larger groups can subdivide and play as well. Tuesday Tips - 5 Brilliant Examples of Video Content Let's be real: you're way more likely to watch these videos than to read my article. But on the off chance that you are reading this, I'm going to give examples of how audio and visual content are taking the internet world by storm. This guy found his long lost family. The Middle School Counselor: Icebreakers How do you get the conversation started? Sometimes when you are working with groups, you need a little kick start for a conversation. I use some old fashioned icebreaker questions, but have given them a new look. I found some clear glass pebbles at a local craft store on sale for $1.00 a bag, used my scrapbook paper, Mod Podge, and best fine-tipped Sharpie marker to create some question stones.
A Proven Curriculum for Teaching Character Education & Leadership Development in Middle/High School that Supports English (ELA & ELD) Common Core Standards - Character Development & Leadership Common Core Standards & Physical Education (PE) As a research-based, public health organization, SPARK is committed to the holistic development of all students. The Common Core State Standards provide an important framework that highlights the educational value and depth of SPARK programs and educational materials. The following documents provides an overview of how the SPARK Physical Education (PE) programs Grades K-12 align with Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts and Literacy in Health and PE. Alignment Documents: Physical Education (PE) Apps for Teachers Today, more and more teachers are looking for ways to integrate their smart phones and iPads (and other tablets) with their physical education and health courses. Below is a list of apps that we’ve found helpful for Physical Educators. Click Here to view a recording of our webinar, Apps for PE Teachers: “Don’t be a Sap, Know Your Apps!”.