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Higher education character education resources for Microsoft Word
Essay Writing: Personal Essay Assignment
Personal essays are an amazing way to tap into student writing! As open structure pieces of persuasive writing, they use techniques and content from a variety of other writing formats without the rigidity of formal literary essay style and structure. Instead, they allow students to use evidence they are more than familiar with (their own lives) and a natural voice (their voice) to develop their thesis. This is the kind of writing students see and do daily; in conversations, in ads, in emails, i
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: THE PERSUASIVE WRITING MULTI UNIT BUNDLE
TED Talk Viewing Guide: Grit & The Power of Perseverance
Angela Lee Duckworth is a psychology professor and researcher at the University of Pennsylvania. She studies psychological issues related to student and professional performance (things like perseverance, self-control, co-operation, etc.), and is so good at what she does that she was awarded a MacAurthur (Genius) grant. This talk is from 2013 and discusses how 'grit' (a combination of perseverance and passion for what you do) is a better indicator of success than IQ or social factors like famil
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: THE EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING BUNDLE
True Colors Personality Test (Editable & Fillable assessment)
Why Personality Tests?A personality test is completed to yield a description of an individual’s distinct personality traits. In most instances, your personality will influence relationships with your family, friends, and classmates and contribute to your health and well being. Teachers can administer a personality test in class to help your children discover their strengths and developmental needs. The driving force behind administering a personality test is to open up lines of communication
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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TED Talk Viewing Guide: The Danger of a Single Story
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is a Nigerian author of multiple fictional and non-fiction works, and a MacArthur Genius Grant recipient. Her texts explore themes of feminism, race, and intersectionality, poetry, and many other topics. She’s even won a GRAMMY as a featured artist on Beyonce (Beyonce’s 5th album)!This talk is from 2009 and discusses the dangers of how our single stories (stereotypes) of people and places are problematic for everyone. This talk also took her from a rising star in the lit
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: THE ENGLISH DEPARTMENT MEGA BUNDLE
TED Talk Viewing Guide: The Puzzle of Motivation
A Viewing Guide to get your class motivated!Inspire and empower your students to become self directed learners, and to put a bit of perspective on just trying to get the grade (or the pay check)!Dan Pink is an American author and former political speechwriter. He has written about several topics related to social science, looking at everything from regret, to sales, to motivation, to career choices, and many more. In this TED Talk he focusses on the large gap between what science knows about how
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: THE EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING BUNDLE
Drug Awareness Research Project
This Webquest is a worksheet to accompany students' exploration of the NIDA for teens Drug Abuse Awareness website, found at teens.drugabuse.gov/. It guides them through the website pages and asks comprehension questions.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Psychology, Personalities: Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development
This lesson includes the explanation of Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Develpment (page 2), a useful chart depicting the 3 main levels and 6 subcategories (page 1), in addition to 4 commonly used examples of Kohlberg's theory (pages 3 & 4). References and internal citations are provided.
This is a useful lesson to use with psychology students of various ability levels. They way I present it includes photocopying pages 1 and 2 back to back. I also copy pages 3 and 4 back to back. I do NOT sta
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Common Teacher Interview Questions/Answers Exposed!!!
This is from the desk of a superintendent... These are common interview and application questions with answers that will blow the interview team away.
Want to get hire?? Well you'll need these answers!
The questions below will include the answers.
1.) Tell us about yourself…
2.) What question should teachers ask themselves when developing a lesson?
3.) How would you attempt to teach various students in the same classroom at various academic levels?
4.) How would you assess student learning?
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Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Middle School End of the Year Reflection
I am having a conference with my students and am giving them this sheet before I speak with them so it will give us a good foundation to start our discussion about this past year in science. The document is in word so it can be edited.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Introduction to Leadership Activity
Our communities are driven by our leaders, but most of us struggle to explain what a leader actually does. So what does it actually mean?!This activity will get your students thinking about how they define leadership (and the different components of it) while they struggle to come up with a definition of it as a group! Great for introducing teamwork, communication, and the different ways in which anyone and everyone can be a leader.Inspire your
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: THE LEADERSHIP BUNDLE
Let's Make A Boardgame (Social Skills Project)
If you are looking for an activity that focuses on practical application of social skills, creative thinking, and production then please see the attached file. It is a board game making project and I am starting it this week with my kids. Below are some session suggestions to get you started.
First session
o Discuss what board games are
o Recognize different kinds of board games and their type category
§ Candy Land (fun, traditional)
§ Hi Ho Cherry-O (fun)
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4th - 12th, Higher Education
Psychology of Akeelah and the Bee(2006)Movie Viewing Guide:Summary/Questions/KEY
Psychology of "Akeelah and the Bee" (2006) follows the journey of Akeelah Anderson, an 11-year-old girl from South Los Angeles with a remarkable talent for spelling. Despite facing personal challenges and skepticism from her community, Akeelah is encouraged by her school principal and reluctantly coached by a former spelling bee champion, Dr. Larabee. As Akeelah advances through spelling competitions, she learns the value of determination, teamwork, and believing in herself. The film culminates
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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AVID Program Motivation: October Sky (1999) Movie Viewing Guide: Questions w/KEY
"October Sky" provides a compelling narrative centered around themes of motivation and determination, making it an excellent choice for teaching AVID students vocabulary related to these concepts. Here's a rationale for using the film: Inspiring Storyline: "October Sky" tells the true story of Homer Hickam, a coal miner's son who overcomes significant challenges to pursue his dream of becoming a rocket scientist. The film's narrative arc showcases the power of motivation and deter
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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AVID Program Motivation: The Pursuit of Happyness (2006) Movie Viewing Guide
"The Pursuit of Happyness" (2006) is an excellent choice for teaching determination and motivation in an AVID high school class for several reasons:1. Real-Life Inspiration: The film is based on the true story of Chris Gardner, who went from being homeless to becoming a successful stockbroker and entrepreneur. Gardner's journey serves as a powerful example of resilience and determination in the face of adversity, making it relatable and inspiring for students.2. Overcoming Obstacles: Throughout
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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AVID Program Motivation: Apollo 13 (1995) Movie Viewing Guide: Questions/KEY
Using the movie "Apollo 13" in a high school AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) program offers several benefits and aligns with the program's objectives:1. Critical Thinking Skills: "Apollo 13" provides a real-life scenario where critical thinking and problem-solving are essential for survival. Students can analyze the decisions made by the astronauts and NASA engineers under pressure, evaluating their effectiveness and considering alternatives. This fosters critical thinking skills
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Hoosiers (1986) Viewing Worksheet with Key
This viewing worksheet has 70 questions and will keep your students focused on the movie. The key is provided with the answers in green. The blank form of the worksheet is for the students. Hoosiers is a 80s classic film that so many of today's students have never seen. It is based on a true story and is an inspirational basketball movie. It is about sacrifice, second chances, and accomplishing more than imagined. Highly recommend. Rated PGI always recommend watching the movie before showi
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
AVID Program Motivation:Hidden Figures (2016)Movie Viewing Guide:Questions/KEY
"Hidden Figures" is an excellent choice for teaching motivation in an AVID high school class due to its inspiring depiction of perseverance, determination, and overcoming obstacles. Here's a rationale for using the film: Real-Life Role Models: The film showcases the incredible true story of three African-American women mathematicians who played pivotal roles at NASA during the Space Race era. By highlighting the achievements of Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson, "Hidden Figure
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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AVID Program Motivation: Survive & Advance (2013) Documentary Viewing Guide
"Survive and Advance" (2013) is a documentary film that follows the inspirational journey of the 1983 North Carolina State University men's basketball team, coached by Jim Valvano, as they overcome adversity and achieve an unlikely NCAA championship victory. This film offers numerous reasons for using it to teach motivation and determination in an AVID high school class:True Story of Triumph: The documentary chronicles the real-life story of a team that defied the odds to achieve success, making
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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AVID Program Motivation: Freedom Writers (2007) Movie Viewing Guide: Questions
"Freedom Writers" is an excellent choice for teaching motivation and determination in a High School AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) class due to several compelling reasons:Real-Life Inspiration: The film is based on the true story of Erin Gruwell, a high school teacher who inspired her at-risk students to overcome their personal struggles and achieve academic success. This real-life example serves as a powerful source of motivation for students, showing them that with determinati
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Character Counts Bingo Boards for Secondary Grades
Trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship, the six pillars of the Character Counts program, are highlighted in these six bingo boards for students in 5th-12th grade. These cards focus on specific actions students can take to embody the positive character traits in their everyday lives. Ideas for Use: Celebrate a different character pillar each month. For each student, print off a bingo card that corresponds to the pillar you are focusing on. *Achieving a “BINGO”
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
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Find Someone Who - New Year's Resolutions (After Winter Break)
Time for a brain break! It's the first days back from Winter Break ❄️ and a chance for team building in the classroom. Let your middle and high school students walk and talk about their New Year's Resolutions with this "Find Someone Who..." activity.Teenagers like to talk about what they do during their free time. These partner and circulating speaking tasks will maximize the participation in your classroom. This activity is in Microsoft Word .doc form so that you can customize the discussion t
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: Find Someone Who: Happy Everything Winter Holidays Brain Break Bundle
10 Pixar "Shorts" Video Guides: Summaries/Discussion Questions with KEY
10 Pixar shorts!Each guide INCLUDES: Quick Summary/10 Discussion Questions for each short with Answer KEY. The Blue Umbrella (2013)Bao (2018)Lava (2014)Lou (2017)La Luna (2011)Presto (2008)Float (2019)For the Birds (2001)Piper (2016)One Man Band (2006)100 Questions!
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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AVID Program Motivation: Free Solo (2018)Documentary Viewing Guide: Question/KEY
"Free Solo" (2018) provides an excellent opportunity to showcase motivation in a high school AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) class for several reasons: Personal Drive and Determination: The film follows rock climber Alex Honnold as he attempts to free solo climb El Capitan, a 3,000-foot granite wall in Yosemite National Park, without ropes or safety equipment. Honnold's unwavering determination and commitment to his goal exemplify the importance of personal drive in achieving suc
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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"No Means No" - Get Consent- Ask First -Teen. CDC Health Standard 4
This lessons teaches students that they need consent before any physical encounter; hugging, shaking hands, fist bumping, or any kind of touch that is inappropriate to an other student. It teaches that no means no and you still need a yes! Two activities and a writing prompt. clip art, printables, no prep needed. Assessment and answer key- Also available on Easel.CDC HEALTH STANDARD FOUR: Students will demonstrate the ability to use interpersonal communication skills to enhance health and avo
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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