When I ask my 8th graders about making a difference in the world, I get very different answers between September and April. We require our 8th graders to delve into an intensive year-long project that focuses on a person or organization that has made a positive difference in the world. This gives the students flexibility [...]
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So, what makes a difference?
April 21, 2010 · 7 Comments · innovative teaching, make a difference
Tags:make a difference·passion·project based·reflection·research·service learning
NoodleTools
September 27, 2009 · No Comments · make a difference
NoodleTools is going to change the way that you research. In class, you will be given a login of your own. With NoodleTools, you will be able to have your bibliography created for you in correct MLA format, write and organize your facts on notecards, share your resources and facts with me so that I [...]
2009-2010 make.a.difference project dates!
August 13, 2009 · No Comments · make a difference
1. Intro to topics 9/14 2. Topics research 9/14-9/21 3. Persuasive Essay Due September 23 4. Topics locked in September 25 5. Factsa. 1-15 Due October 30th b. 16-30 Due Due December 15th c. 31-50 Due January 26 6. Business Letter Due November 17th 7. Extension area by 11/2, approval by 11/24 8. Research paper [...]
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