TES Resource Calendar →
Resources liked to something special going on each day.
It’s Art Week this week…
elsi:
via musicphilosophy
I really like the idea of using music lyrics as a motivational poster. You could make these in class, then use them to decorate!!
Underground Teacher →
Just wonderful! Read it and you will be inspired to go into work tomorrow with a smile!
Too Game Show? →
An interactive classroom tool or a bit too gameshow?
Printed Tees
I have been really enjoying this tumblr: http://shirtoid.tumblr.com/
It got me thinking, can we use this in the classroom? And I think the answer is yes!
How about making transfers for t-shirts. We could come up with slogans/images to represent different ideas we are discussing or learning about. We could then wear our t-shirts and use them in our lessons.
They would also make a lovely classroom display on a clothes line!
100 Inspiring Ways to Use Social Media In the Classroom →
(via educationalrap)
Has anyone tried any of these??
The tweets from literature characters goes down well!
Recommend Me!
And you might get given an apple!!
http://www.tumblr.com/directory/recommend/educational/teachgoodenglish
Subject snacks – Ideas for teaching Modern Foreign Languages
“One of the best foreign language lessons I’ve ever observed was at a school I visited in Greece. (This one is a bit more elaborate, but a fantastic application of real-world language skills.) The English class in this Greek school was partnered with an English class in a German school, and the only common language for the students was English. The students used Windows Live Messenger to communicate – through both writing and video/audio chats – on lessons and activities that their teachers had planned in advance. The day I visited they were discussing popular music, and every student was actively participating (possibly because people in suits were visiting, but I doubt it).”
http://blogs.msdn.com/b/teachers/archive/2010/06/28/subject-snacks-ideas-for-teaching-modern-foreign-languages.aspx
I’m sure this activity could be used in many subjects - perhaps even within the same school to create cross curricular lessons (an english class could talk via msn to a history class and research a joint topic?)
Often the most memorable teachers, and those who really make a subject come alive, are the most unorthodox
Check out the whole article - Where is the ‘line’ when trying to connect with pupils?
(via dirtylittlestylewhore)
Ok, here it is…remember to be inventive!
Something For The Weekend 1
Lets put all that creativity and innovation to the test….
A random (and perhaps a bit abstract) prospective resource will be posted.
Who can come up with the best way of using it in the classroom (any subject) to inspire learners and engage them with your subject?
