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Good morning everyone. I'm looking for some middle school level information about George Washington Carver. Most of what I'm finding is either at the elementary level or high school level, and I need…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tom Jenkins Jan 11, 2010.
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Tom Jenkins replied to Andrew Waller's discussion 'George Washington Carver'
Hello,
I teach middle school and I think that this would be a very appropriate site. I haven't use this particular one, but have used other thematic based parts of the Field Museums site.
Take Care,
Tom
Andrew Waller replied to Kevin M. Hill's discussion 'Taj Mahal'
Kevin,
What an interesting project! My advice for the building portion of this project would be to use safe materials and tools. Especially with middle school students, it is amazing how quickly seemingly innocuous materials can become safety…
Andrew Waller replied to Carla Watts's discussion 'Teaching Various Levels in One Class.' in the group Math
Carla,
I feel your pain. I, too, work in a middle school and am dealing with students with widely disparate ability levels. It's a constant challenge, and I often feel as though I'm in a if-you-try-to-please-everyone-no-one-will-like-it…
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- Which best describes your position?
- Classroom Teacher (preK-12)
- What discipline(s) do you teach?
- Science, Mathematics, Social Studies, English/Language Arts, Special Education
- I need help with
- Instructional strategies, Integrating technology, Managing labs (including safety), Science fairs/competitions, Special needs students
- I can help with
- Classroom management, Science fairs/competitions, Special needs students
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- At 9:00am on November 25, 2009,
Mary Henton said… - Thanks for sharing a bit, Andrew. I understand that Italian greyhounds are great companions (and superb critter chasers!).
Interesting that your program is trying to "bring back" students. Has the district, then, revised its evaluation methods to move students out of the district, then?
My role is as follows: Co-PI of this MSP2 project. I manage part of the project on behalf of National Middle School Association. My entire career has been in education--first as a classroom teacher, then as a trainer and curriculum developer in the adventure and experiential education world, then a consultant and adjunct faculty member, then various positions within the education association world. The general theme has been staff and curriculum development.
M
- At 9:50am on November 24, 2009,
Mary Henton said…
- Welcome, Andrew, to MSP2.
Do you raise greyhounds or whippets? Yes, your photo choice prompts me to wonder!
I always consider it an endorsement of sorts when someone finds out about MSP2 from a friend or colleague. It would be interesting to know a little more about your teaching situation, especially as you list several disciplines and special education as the subjects you teach.
If you haven't had a chance to explore much on the site, here are a couple of places that you might be interested to sus out:
1. The Math and Science Resource Guides are standards-based, quality resources either written or gathered by expert math and science educators.
2. We've had a number of Webinars on a variety of topics over the past month. The recordings and related materials are found in the Archive Page. Given that you indicated you "need help with" managing labs, you might find the Laboratory Safety one of special interest.
Please feel free to jump in, post comments, ask questions, share resources, suggest topics for discussion or Webinars. The portal exists to serve the community of middle grades STEM educators!
Again, welcome,
M
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