What Is The Dissident Project?The Dissident Project is a non-profit speakers bureau that connects immigrant speakers who fled authoritarianism with American High School students at no cost. Their speakers hail from countries like Venezuela, Hong Kong, Eritrea, North...
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How Thanksgiving Teaches the Economics of Sharing: The Tragedy of the Commons Explained
Thanksgiving provides a perfect opportunity to teach the concept of the Tragedy of the Commons—a crucial idea in economics and environmental science. By examining the history behind the Pilgrims' early years in America, educators can help students understand this...
Uncommon Sense Teaching: 3 Neuroscience Lessons for your Middle and High School Classrooms
Uncommon Sense Teaching by Barbara Oakley, Beth Rogowsky, and Terrence Sejnowski explores how the latest findings in neuroscience can be applied to classroom teaching. The book offers practical, science-backed strategies for educators to enhance student learning. It...
Teaching the Presidential Election: Engaging Activities for Middle and High School Classrooms
With a presidential election approaching, it’s the perfect time to bring the political process into your classroom. Here are some engaging activities and writing assignments to help students explore the election process and issues in a meaningful way. When teaching...
The Power of Student Voice: Why Writing Still Matters in Today’s IM World
In today’s fast-paced world, students have many ways to express themselves—through social media, videos, memes, and instant messaging. Yet, one skill remains essential: writing. Writing empowers students to express their ideas thoughtfully, reflect on important...
UNDIVIDE US: Exploring Civil Discourse and Political Divisions in America
UNDIVIDE US, a documentary film written, directed, and produced by Kristi Kendall, presents an ideal opportunity for educators to explore America’s political divisions and the power of civil discourse. This documentary challenges the media-fueled narrative that our...
Lesson Plan Lifeline: Ready-Made Resources for Substitute Teachers
Are you a substitute teacher looking for engaging and effective resources to use in your middle or high school social studies, civics, history, or economics classes? We understand the unique challenges you face when stepping into a classroom. That’s why we've provide...
Empowering Educators: Free Educational Resources for Middle and High School Teachers
Are you a middle or high school teacher looking to ignite passion in your students with fresh and innovative teaching resources? As educators, we understand that finding engaging and high-quality materials can be a real challenge. Searching for adequate resources can...