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Barbara Blackburn September 26, 2023

Struggling Students? Deal With the Cause, Not the Effect

It’s not just about discipline. Get ideas for determining why some students are struggling. This is a great read for new teachers.

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MIT Environmental Solutions Initiative (ESI) September 26, 2023

Integrating Climate Change Education, No Matter What You Teach!

Climate change doesn’t only belong in a science class! Try these free resources from MIT for teaching climate science and solutions.

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maine coastal pickup
PBS News Hour Classroom September 25, 2023

Fishing Gear Pile-Up on Maine's Coast Contributes to Plastic Onslaught of Oceans

Ask students: Who are some of the individuals and groups featured in this story? What are the causes of the "ghost gear" onslaught?

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Evelyn DeJesus September 22, 2023

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Yo Soy Boricua, Pa’ que tú lo sepas! And National Hispanic Heritage Month, Sept. 15-Oct.

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Jose Sarria
PBS News Hour Classroom September 22, 2023

Celebrate José Sarria Who Paved Way for Gay Candidates in U.S.

Ask students: Who was José Sarria? What led him to become a drag performer and political activist? Why did he join the military during World War II?

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Albert Shanker Institute September 21, 2023

Civic Education: From the Classroom to the Polling Place

It is critically important that we equip our students with the tools they need to participate in democracy and demystify the inner workings of government.

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President Biden speaks at the UN
PBS News Hour Classroom September 21, 2023

Biden Calls on World Leaders to Stand with Ukraine Against Russia

Ask students: What is the United Nations General Assembly? Where and When does the General Assembly meet? Who gave speeches to the Assembly?

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Are bees endangered?
Andy Kratochvil September 20, 2023

Buzzing About Climate Change: The Un-bee-lievable Impact on Bees

Ask students: Why are bees crucial to our ecosystem, especially in the United States? How does climate change indirectly pose threats to bees?

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UAW strikers
PBS News Hour Classroom September 19, 2023

United Auto Workers Go on Strike

Ask students: How many autoworkers walked off the job to begin the strike? Why are autoworkers using a new strategy in labor negotiations?

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PBS News Hour Classroom September 15, 2023

New Report Sheds Light on Environmental, Financial Costs of Invasive Species

Ask students: Which species fall under the category of invasive species? What is the price tag to the global economy of invasive species?

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