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Curated OER

Olympic Athletes and Moments in Time

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students examine the history of the Olympics and their athletes. In this interviewing skills lesson, students role play the parts of reporters and athletes as they conduct interviews based on research of the Olympic games and athletes.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Meet the Press: American Presidents

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers interpret historical evidence presented in primary and secondary resources. In this presidential history lesson plan, students research the accomplishments of George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Frankiln D. Roosevelt, and...
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Worksheet
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Chet Atkins

For Students 9th - 12th
Review comprehension and research skills using this resource. Learners answer 15 questions relating to the country singer Chet Atkins. They can hone research skills by using the Internet to find answers to their questions.
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Lesson Plan
NASA

Biology Training Module

For Teachers 5th - 8th Standards
Are you a koalafied biologist? The lesson begins with research about human survival and our ecosystem. Then, an online training module simulates the effects of changes to the plants and animals in an ecosystem. Finally, scholars research...
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Lesson Plan
Global Oneness Project

Freedom to Change

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Here's something unusual and thoughtful: have your scholars do some pensive reflection themselves before tackling how such meditative techniques are used in prison rehabilitation programs. They watch the "Path of Freedom" video found...
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War, What is it Good for?

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders examine aspects of the American Civil War related to West Virginia. In this research skills lesson, 8th graders collaborate to research Civil War topics and create electronic portfolios that feature their findings.
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Lesson Plan
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Civil War Trading Cards

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Young scholars research important figures in the American Civil War. In this research skills lesson, students create trading cards about selected key figures in the war that list details about the figures and their accomplishments.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Lesson Plan: The Net Neutrality Debate

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Should Internet users who send data-heavy content pay higher fees than those who are involved in activities, like sending an email, that have less content? This question is at the heart of the Net Neutrality debate. After watching a PBS...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Researching information on and Images of Contemporary Native Americans

For Teachers 3rd
Research information and find pictures of Contemporary Native Americans in order to help 3rd graders understand what images are available from a variety of resources. They will present their research and pictures to the class. In turn,...
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Activity
Florida Center for Reading Research

Phonics: Encoding and Decoding, Three-In-One

For Teachers K - 1st Standards
Scholars use the provided pack of alphabet cards to construct basic CVC words, then write down each word they make in one of two columns. Column one is for real words and column two is for nonsense words.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Hurricane Research

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students examine the factors that influence hurricanes to develop.  In this hurricane lesson students research atmospheric trends that affect hurricanes and create a summary.
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Worksheet
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Chemistry of Life Study Guide

For Students 7th - 12th
Biology learners should understand a few chemistry basics. Here is a worksheet that introduces them to the concepts of chemical reactions, molecular bonding, and the unique combination of properties that make water vital to life....
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Networking the Internet: A Dynamic Research Tool

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners engage in a lesson plan that is concerned with the research of finding information to help them develop new science projects. They conduct research using a variety of resources that includes e-mail and discussion groups.
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Interactive
Sensetype

How to Type: Keyboarding Tutorials

For Students 5th - 12th
Become an efficient typist who can easily perform online research, type assessments, and take online exams. With the link to a free keyboarding interactive website, any child will become a professional with their keyboarding skills.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Common Procedure Costs

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Kids never think about the cost of medical expenses, because they never think they'll get hurt. To better understand personal financial planning, learners research common medical procedures and their costs. They use a worksheet and the...
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Activity
Sierra College

"Deals on Wheels!" Car Loan Project

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Help your class members learn how to use their income wisely with a comprehensive lesson plan on calculating monthly car payments. Using basic math skills and online calculators, your learners will determine the total amount to be...
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Activity
Curated OER

Immigration Research Project

For Teachers 8th
Students formulate guiding questions to use as an aid for research and then use the guiding questions worksheet to help gather information necessary for meeting all criteria for completing the project. They then work together to collect...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

A Country Recovering from Crisis--Kenya

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore Kenya. In this Kenya lesson, students research Internet and print sources regarding the political and economic issues the country is facing. Students compare life in Kenya to life in the United States.
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Don't Settle for a Byte... Get the Megabyte on Technology

For Teachers 4th - 12th
Students use word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software. In this multi-day computer software usage lesson, students complete a research project that requires the use of a word processor, Excel, FrontPage, and PowerPoint to...
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Designing a Study

For Teachers 5th - 9th
Students explore features to consider when designing a scientific study. In this science research lesson, students examine different methods of data collection and consider which method would be appropriate for determining how many types...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Basic Feature Interviewing

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students act as reporters to develop interview skills. In this interview lessons, students develop the skills needed to use anecdotes and quotes to make an interview interesting. They practice asking questions over and above the 5 W's so...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Revive Reviews With Student-Created Study Guides

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Students work cooperatively in small groups to practice note-taking and outlining skills which are applied as student create unit Study Guides for their classmates. They demonstrate critical thinking skills as they decide the most...
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PPT
Tompson Solutions

Be a Reporter (The 5 W's and an H)

For Teachers 4th - 7th
Teach your class how to investigate research sources. You can start out with this presentation, which lays out a easy strategy for asking questions and taking down answers that cover the important information.
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Unit Plan
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Fieldwork Basics Overview

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Put your feet up and grab a cup of coffee before going through this extensive field work unit plan! Based on folklorist studies of traditional culture and ethnography, several activities focus on topics such as cultural sensitivity;...