Notre Dame fire and cathedral’s significance
Directions: Read the summary, watch the videos and answer the discussion questions below.
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Brexit explained: Background and latest news
Essential question: Why is Brexit dividing Britain and what is the impact on the rest of the world?
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These kiddos need all hands on deck
To say my students are special is an understatement.
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How studying the ocean floor explains the history of Earth’s climate
Essential question: How does exploring the ocean’s floor teach scientists about climate change?
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Asbestos still causing harm amid broken regulatory system
Essential question: What are the health and environmental impacts of asbestos?
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Student Activism: Climate Protests Connect Students Around the Globe
On Friday, March 15th, hundreds of high schoolers protested for climate change in front of the Capitol building in Washington, D.C., joining a global effort of young people from more than 100 countries.
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How a cashless society affects young people and low-income earners
Essential question: What are the benefits and drawbacks to a cashless culture?
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SETTING LIMITS, SAYING NO COURTEOUSLY, AND ‘CAN I GO TO... ?’
From howls of protest when their teachers make unpopular decisions to endless debates about possible answers on a test, many students are used to getting their own way if they nag loudly enough.
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Have your students heard of Wong Kim Ark?
A few months ago, I had the honor of addressing an international gathering of migration scholars and educators.
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Exercising Authority in the Classroom
Coming from a girl who had a “Question Authority” bumper sticker for years, “Exercising Authority in the Classroom” may seem like an unlikely topic for me to cover.
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