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Case Study Resources for Modern Teachers

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National Science Teaching Association The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) offers an extensive knowledge base for science educators. The cases are for instructors teaching public policy, public administration, and related subjects. Finding case studies these days is easier than ever because of the internet.

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What is Constructivism and How Does it Fit Your Class?

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Constructivism 1) encourages students to use active techniques (such as experimentation and problem solving) to build their knowledge base and then reflect on and/or talk about how that is changing; and 2) encourages teachers to guide activities that address and/or build on student conceptions. Guiding Principles of Constructivism.

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Computer literacy: The invisible skills gap?

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In the early 80s there was much hand-wringing among teachers and education policy-makers regarding how to teach computer literacy given that many teachers did not having sufficient training, and “micro-computers” were prohibitively expensive. Can use online resources for basic device troubleshooting.

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How to Build Your PLN

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Having people who understand how you think, have your back in emergencies, and serve as a virtual knowledge base will help you to handle difficult colleagues, adapt to challenging principals, address tricky parents, and differentiate for varied student needs. Here’s why: It helps you grow professionally.

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