As I embark on my fourth year having students complete a six-week Civics Action Project, it has become one of my favorite units. The authentic, real-world connections students make, the ownership they take in choosing and leading their projects, and the pride they feel during the showcase make this unit incredibly powerful.
CTE month is an opportunity to show a spotlight on programs that impact everyone! Whether you have an interest in Business, Culinary, Woodshop, Engineering, Photography, Childcare, Hospitality or others not listed. CTE reaches the individual student…
Celebrate CTE Month with us as we shine a spotlight on outstanding Career and Technical Education teachers who are dedicated to empowering students to thrive in the classroom, their communities, and beyond. Discover their perspectives on…
Hello, my name is Larry Jeffus, and I’m a welder. I have been a welder my entire life. To celebrate Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, I’d like to share a little bit about how my technical education has changed my life. Because of my learning differences, I struggled…
Career and Technical Education Month is the time to inform the world and celebrate the hard work of educational professionals that are passionate about preparing young people by developing transferrable skills…
For me, CTE Month is about celebrating students who may be unsuccessful in the traditional four-year school. It’s about supporting those who were told, “You can’t” or “You’re not good enough.” In CTE, we are dedicated to championing you! We are here to train the next generation of…
The interesting thing about CTE is that the work we do is a continuous journey of growth and exploration for our students…
“You have to Maslow before you can Bloom.”
I heard this statement a few years ago and it has stuck with me. It often takes me back to my time as a first grade teacher. I was young, in my second year of teaching, and had a student in my class who would impact my view of education forever. Giovanni came to me as a first grader who, despite having attended Pre-K and Kindergarten, didn’t recognize the letter G. He would scream and cry and throw fits in the hallways, and my teammates felt sorry for me that I was his teacher (but were also glad they were not). The referral process for special education had been initiated.
Watch this special educator information session to learn more about the Slingshot Challenge for students ages 13–18, brought to you by our partners at National Geographic Society. This session is an opportunity for educators to receive an overview of the Slingshot Challenge basics, hear tips from educators who’ve participated in the challenge, and have questions answered. We also explore practical ways for educators to incorporate the Slingshot Challenge into their classrooms. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the Slingshot Challenge and how to empower your students to participate in this engaging initiative!
Newer technologies make map reading easier for students and adults alike! Having digital maps at their fingertips, our students may question traditional mapping activities or lessons. There are a few ways educators can implement engaging mapping skill practice for learners and integrate technologies at the same time.
Student engagement is a crucial factor in academic success and fostering a love for lifelong learning. Engagement inspires students to practice and acquire the skills they need to succeed in and outside of the classroom. Research has demonstrated that engaged students tend to achieve higher academic performance, exhibit better retention rates, and cultivate strong communication skills. However, without adequate support and resources, students may become disinterested, or frustrated along the way. Through the implementation of interactive and hands-on activities and strategies, educators can create dynamic and meaningful learning experiences that ignite curiosity, promote self-discovery, and ultimately enhance academic achievement and success.
Last fall, we launched a series of short training video playlists to help our customers better navigate their digital learning resources from National Geographic Learning. We have continued producing training playlists for programs in other subject areas, including AP and Honors math and social studies, and Career and Technical Education…