Curated OER
Maria Montessori: August 31, 1870
In this writing prompt worksheet, students learn the day August 31, 1870 as the birth of a famous educator, Maria Montessori. Students then write about the following prompt: 'What is something new you would like to learn about this...
Curated OER
Integrating Video in the Classroom
Students look at the use of video in the classroom to enhance lessons. Students apply the strategies that are presented in their own classrooms.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Harcourt: Biographies
A fantastic resource where you can find biographies of historical figures. You can search by the person's name or by topics, such as Presidents, United States Leaders, Scientists, Inventors, Humanitarians, Explorers and Pioneers,...
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Web Service for Teachers
WNET, New York's public television station, offers a free, subscriber service for teachers. You can preview the home page and then register with the site. It provides access to lesson plans, classroom activities, teacher resources,...
University of North Carolina
Documenting the American South: Booker T. Washington (1856 1915)
Historical information on Booker T. Washington, the foremost black educator of the late 19th and 20th centuries. This site offers an overview of his greatest accomplishments, including links to his autobiography and other writings. This...
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Harcourt: Biographies
A fantastic resource where you can find biographies of historical figures. You can search by the person's name or by topics, such as Presidents, United States Leaders, Scientists, Inventors, Humanitarians, Explorers and Pioneers,...
Black Past
Black Past: Palmer Memorial Institute
This encyclopedia entry tells about the Palmer Memorial Institute, a school founded in North Carolina to educate African-American teenagers.
Other
Infed: Paulo Freire
Paulo Freire was a famous educator for his thoughts on informal education. He is widely recognized for his progressive writings and teachings.
Other
Infed: Friedrich Froebel (Frobel)
A brief summary of Friedrich Froebel's life. He is considered the founder of the modern day "Kindergarten."
Other
Infed: Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi
A biography of the famous educator, Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi. It includes a summary of Pestalozzi's six principles of schooling.
National Science Teachers Association
Nsta: Freebies for Science Teacher
A website containing links of resources for science teachers. Find all types of resources to enhance your teaching craft and classroom.
Native American Art and Technology
Native Tech: Native American Technology and Art
Informational site discusses the technology of Native American crafts and the meaning of those crafts. Touches on everything from pottery to clothing.