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Project-Based Learning: It’s the Right Thing for Kids

The deeper we all dig into the Common Core State Standards and North Carolina Essential Standards, the more we all agree — these standards reflect what students need to be able to know and do to be ready for college … Continue reading

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Making Sense of Integrating Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects

I don’t really understand why there has always been this push back from teachers who think that teaching and reinforcing literacy skills are the responsibilities of the English teacher.  I never took at science, social studies, art, or technical course … Continue reading

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Are Infographics the new PowerPoint for 21st Century Learners?

I am mesmerized by infographics.  I not only find the information, data, statistics, and messages fascinating, but I also see how they appeal to the brain of the 21st century learner.  We are inundated with information, bombarded by snippets, soundbites, … Continue reading

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