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Tyler Little posted
My name is Tyler Little and I am an ARI mini grant recipient and STEM Fellow. My grant went towards the purchase of the Robotslab Math Basketball. The idea behind my grant was to incorporate mathematical lessons with a real world application of basketball in my classroom. The ball is capable of bringing to life both physics and math concepts. It…Read More
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Kendra posted
The science unit of instruction I implemented was entitled Wondrous Waves: A Study of Sound. Through the implementation of first grade Next Generation Physical Science Standards, students participated in collaborative, interdisciplinary, relevant investigations relating sound. This includes developing an understanding of the way in sound…Read More
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Alice Tackett posted
Through project-based problem solving, my second grade class researched ways to improve the environment by planting blight-resistant American Chestnut trees on reclaimed mine sites in Appalachia. Thanks to contributions from the Kentucky Chapter of the American Chestnut Foundation, Appalachian Regional Reforestation Initiative, Green Forest Works…Read More
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Dessie Bowling posted
We had so many excellent projects that focused on improving teaching and learning.
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Kelly Preece posted
My first grade students developed a deeper understanding of life science through the study of plants. They participated in a variety of activities that encouraged them to make observations and solve problems. They enjoyed planting their own vegetables and plants. They were also eager to come to class each day to observe the growth of their…Read More
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This is a great project, Alice. I am planning to keep up on the progress growing those native Chestnut trees. When I visited your classroom I was amazed at the student’s technology skills. I had never seen 2nd grade students with that kind of research skills. Great work–both you and your students.