Authentic Lessons for 21st Century Learning
"Now, more than ever, we need a Moonshot in education: A pedagogical breakthrough so extraordinary that student learning and achievement are exponentially boosted in such a way that assures our students are fully prepared for the VUCA [Volatile, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity] future" (Magana,... Read more »
Created by: Mariah Warren
Date Updated: October 14th, 2021
This lesson aims to help students develop an understanding of zoonotic diseases. In this lesson, students will explore how zoonotic diseases spread. Read more »
Created by: Mariah Warren
Date Updated: October 4th, 2021
Zoonotic Diseases
This lesson is part of the "Woman Crush Wednesday" series that looks at the ways female scientists have shaped our views of science. In this biology lesson, students will explore the many contributions of Jane Cooke Wright, with special attention on her study of the impact of uncontrolled cell division... Read more »
Created by: Mariah Warren
Date Updated: September 1st, 2021
Understanding Mitosis
This lesson is part of a series, titled "Woman Crush Wednesday" in which we look at how female scientists have shaped our view of science. In this biology lesson, students will explore the contributions of Marjory Stoneman Douglas, the interconnectedness of an ecosystem, and endangered species. Read more »
Created by: Mariah Warren
Date Updated: July 2nd, 2021
This lesson is part of a series, titled "Woman Crush Wednesday" in which we look at how female scientists have shaped our view of science. In this biology lesson, students will explore the contributions of Rachel Carson, the impact of human activity on our ecosystem, and how organisms develop resistance... Read more »
Created by: Mariah Warren
Date Updated: May 18th, 2021
Biological Unity and Diversity
This lesson focuses on teaching students how to solve algebraic equations using student-friendly language. Students will try to solve viral math posts in groups. Then, they learn the Do/Undo method, practice with sample problems, and evaluate how viral math posts can be written and solved. Students... Read more »
Created by: Mariah Warren
Date Updated: February 22nd, 2021
Solving Equations
By using a TIP (Term, Information, Picture) chart, students collaborate to construct shared understanding of new vocabulary that they encounter in a unit. TIP charts contain multiple representations of each word and can be referenced throughout the unit. This strategy is designed to increase students'... Read more »
Created by: Mariah Warren
September 14th, 2020
This problem-solving strategy allows students to analyze a problem in order to find its root cause. Students are prompted to actively reflect on and examine the problem, while teachers passively facilitate. Read more »
Created by: Mariah Warren
September 10th, 2020
This strategy serves to create common classroom procedures—such as what to do when entering the classroom—by using student group discussion to collaboratively develop. Classrooms that use this strategy can develop a positive classroom culture and increase student agency by enabling and encouraging participation... Read more »
Created by: Mariah Warren
September 10th, 2020
This social-emotional learning strategy allows students to analyze abstract behavioral terms, empowering students to identify the concrete characteristics of behaviors. This skill is useful in setting classroom norms and resolving conflict. Read more »
Created by: Mariah Warren
September 10th, 2020
