Just starting to explore this site and I am very impressed. You can read what both sides have to say on an issue. I chose Cell Phone at School. There are valid arguments for both sides and as an educator I totally am aware of these concerns. Interesting to read the articles both pro and con. I enjoyed reading the article To Search or Not to Search (Your Cellphone). Once again, one can access all source types which are many. It is possible to search information by Lexile Score.
It is hard to pull myself away from this as I want to delve into it more and will as time permits. I can see this as being a great tool for the older students as well as adults. This site puts the Weekly Reader to shame.
In the Database Features, I chose Math Games. I am not a Math person but can see at first glance the wonderful tools found here to enhance Math learning such as Absurd Math, Pre-Algebra From Another Dimension. We will definitely be adding CryptoKids to the list of sites our students are allowed to go to at EST (Extended School Time). The Language Barrier game is a hoot after having shared Mango with my students.
The learning never ceases to amaze me. All these hidden treasures that I am learning about. So happy for this chance to experience the wonders on the South Dakota State Library page. Thank you!
Kathy, yes! We have successfully used this resource with graduate students. We hear from teachers who say that their student projects and papers have improved dramatically since they began using SIRS Issues Researcher. We are so glad you have discovered it and will share it. Question for you: during EST, why not allow your students to go into SIRS itself? Then students can find their own websites, as these are safe and vetted. Thanks for your comments!
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