Thanksgiving Day at IES Azorín

 

Kahoot in English by Pedro Civera @pedrocivera

Our former colleague Pedro Civera suggests the following sets of Kahoots for reviewing in English class. Don't miss out on this interesting resource.

Access the interactive PDF through this link:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/17Cx68sdpiB04I6vT0o0oHKiJP8HWwitk/view?usp=sharing

Math Apps by The Math Learning Center @MLCmath

The Math Learning Center is a nonprofit organization offering curriculum and professional development for K–12 education. It offers some free apps, based on the visual models featured in Bridges,an elementary math curriculum developed by MLC. Apps are available in multiple versions: a web app for all modern browsers, and downloadable versions for specific operating systems and devices (such as Apple iOS for iPad).

Find it on:

https://www.mathlearningcenter.org/apps

MLC on YouTube (interesting resources)

https://www.youtube.com/@MLCMathK12/featured

Vocabulary posters via EnglishClub

Created specifically for individuals learning English, these complimentary vocabulary posters, featuring both British and American English, are perfect for use in classrooms or at home in bedrooms. The posters available on this page are free from copyright restrictions, allowing you to distribute or print them without modification. These high-quality, full-color vocabulary posters can be printed in A3 size if your printer accommodates it, or in the standard A4 size.

https://www.englishclub.com/download/posters/

What can we learn from the #PISA reading-fluency test?

Skilled readers actively interact with diverse types of texts such as books, online articles, and social media. They possess the ability to extract information, comprehend both literal and implied meanings, and critically analyze content and structure. However, the journey to becoming proficient readers begins with achieving fluency. 

Once students attain reading fluency in any language, they can redirect their focus and energy toward more advanced comprehension tasks, allowing for a deeper engagement with texts. 

This policy brief explores insights derived from the evaluation of students' reading fluency in the 2018 PISA test and emphasizes its significance for educators.

Find it on:

https://www.oecd-ilibrary.org/docserver/c698b19a-en.pdf?expires=1699693869&id=id&accname=guest&checksum=2FB89BDCDF8B0816E39C0234329970B5

GenAI Chatbot Prompt Library for Educators

Collection of predefined prompts or questions that can be used to initiate conversations or discussions in an educational chatbot or virtual learning environment. These prompts are designed to engage students, facilitate learning, and encourage critical thinking or creativity.

Teachers can use this chat prompt library to:

• Initiate Discussions: The prompts can be used to kickstart discussions on various topics relevant to the curriculum.
• Assess Understanding: Teachers can use prompts to gauge students' understanding of a subject or concept.
• Encourage Reflection: Prompts can prompt students to reflect on their learning experiences, projects, or assignments.
• Support Different Learning Styles: By providing a variety of prompts, teachers can accommodate different learning styles and preferences.
• Promote Collaboration: Some prompts may encourage collaborative discussions, fostering teamwork and communication skills.

Find it on:

https://www.aiforeducation.io/prompt-library 

Cube for Teachers #Resources

Cube for Teachers is an online platform designed to help educators collaborate, share resources, and find teaching materials. 

It serves as a community-driven hub where teachers can access a wide range of educational resources, lesson plans, and teaching strategies. Teachers can search for materials based on grade level, subject, or specific topics, making it easier to find relevant content for their classrooms.

You can create your own free account. It offers over 130,000 resources shared by educators across the globe.

Find it on:

https://cubeforteachers.com/login

Pumpkin contest #Halloween #IESAzorín

Once again, the school is adorned with shadows and cobwebs to celebrate Halloween. As is becoming tradition, the English department organized its terrifying pumpkin contest, featuring student participation in an attempt to create the most original one. The award ceremony took place last Wednesday during the first break. 

Congratulations to all who took part.