“And they called it puppy love…” This lesson will have students falling in love with werewolves from all packs as they explore how mythology and lore has progressed over time, place, and culture. After they discover which pack they belong to, they will work together to design a movie poster that depicts...
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View ResourceIn this educator resource, students learn how to tell visual stories through camera work and video editing. Students plan, film, and produce a short video using a variety of shot types and composition techniques. Students then share their edited videos with their peers, provide feedback to each other,...
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View ResourceWhat do forensic scientists do? How do they develop their skills? In this series of activities, students will gain an understanding of the knowledge and abilities necessary for a career in forensic science. This resource will help students realize that forensic scientists have a variety of opportunities...
View ResourceStudents will investigate the episode rating data for the "American Idol" TV series as they learn how to describe scatter plots using academic language. Students will create and analyze scatter plots, considering how one could use scatter plots to make decisions. Sketching a trend line (or line of fit)...
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