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	Curriculum Matrix (K - 12) A login is required to use the Curriculum Matrix. The Matrix correlates lessons, resources and assessments to the state standards. As a member of a Local Learning Community, teachers may submit their own lessons to display on their district Matrix. Research-based Education (K - 12) A current trend in Education is to focus on research-based, reform strategies. Sharing Success is an extensive database of over 4,000 best practices that have been validated as improving student achievement. Education World's Lesson Planning Center (K - 12) Education World has stockpiled an archive of teacher-submitted lesson plans and links to other popular Internet lesson plan banks. When you are looking for new curriculum, this is an excellent place to start. Educator's Reference Desk (K - 12) The Educator's Reference Desk has compiled lesson plans, special projects, and guides to other educational resources. Columbia Education Center's Lesson Plans (K - 12) This searchable lesson plan database is categorized by subject matter and grade level. All of the lesson plans available here were created by teachers for use in their own classrooms. Connections+ (K - 12) The Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) has compiled educator resources, standards information, and program descriptions all in one handy place. Content on this site includes "hot links by subject," a database of curriculum materials by educational publishers, links to "hot topics" in education, and more. Discovery Channel School's Lesson Plans (K - 12) Separate lesson plan databases for grades K-6 and 7-12 help teachers quickly find fresh ideas. Also try searching the complete list by subject matter, such as ancient history, the human body, and space science. EDSITEment (K - 12) Sponsored by the National Endowment for the Humanities, EDSITEment is filled with lesson plans. Their learning guides provide cross-curricular activities focusing on literature, history, foreign languages, and art. Gateway to Educational Materials (K - 12) The U.S. Department of Education's National Library of Education sponsors this Internet lesson plan and curriculum database, which is searchable by subject matter or keyword. This is a special project of the ERIC Clearinghouse on Information and Technology. MiddleWeb (6 - 8) Here's the ultimate resource for anyone interested in middle school reform. MiddleWeb searches the Internet for articles, news stories, and Web sites that focus on all aspects of middle school education, from curriculum to parents to professional development. PBS TeacherSource (K - 12) Some of television's finest programs are on PBS. Now the network brings teachers searchable, standards-based lesson plans, tips for teaching with technology, book and Web site recommendations, and a programming schedule categorized by academic subject. TeachersFirst (K - 12) Elementary, middle, and high school teachers will all find a selection of recommended Web links and lesson plans at TeachersFirst. There's also information on school technology, professional development, idea exchanges, and more. ARTS LESSONS: ArtsEdge (K - 12) With ArtsEdge, the Kennedy Center picks up where your school's art program ends. Teach your students about dance, film, music, theater, foreign language, and the visual arts with standards-based lesson plans and recommended links. Showcase your students' work online! ECONOMICS LESSONS: EconEdLink (K-12) Economics America brings you EconEdLink, which is designed to teach economics through real-world examples. In addition to lesson plans, sites, and publications, you'll find suggested news stories to use in class and tips for teaching economics to all grades. MATHEMATICS LESSONS: Illuminations ( K - 12) Sponsored by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. Through lesson plans organized by grade level, Illuminations demonstrates major math principles that conform to the national math standards. SCIENCE LESSONS: Science NetLinks (K - 12) The American Association for the Advancement of Science created Science NetLinks to bring you lesson plans and recommended links that correspond to twelve major science and math curriculum benchmarks. Check out the latest news in science education. SOCIAL STUDIES LESSONS: Xpeditions (K - 12) Social studies will become your students' favorite subject with National Geographic Xpeditions, standards-based online activities that kids can enjoy in class or at home. There's also a discussion forum, link recommendations, and over 1,800 printable maps. KIDS HUB (5-8) Kids Hub is a noncommercial educational portal for upper elementary school and middle school students. It includes free online interactive learning games, puzzles, and quizzes.

	Education World's Site Reviews Center This site features a weekly Hot Pick, as well as new site reviews twice monthly. Education World grades each site based on content, aesthetics, and organization, and provides a complete review of features and highlights. Blue Web'n Blue Web'n categorizes, reviews, and rates Web sites based on format, content, and learning process. You won't find every educational site here -- just those that their editors consider the best. Kathy Schrock's Guide for Educators This list of Web sites is categorized by subject matter and includes curriculum and professional development links. It is updated daily to keep track of the numerous educational sites floating around the Internet. The KIDS Report With teacher support, K-12 students select and review educational sites for this online publication. Each biweekly issue focuses on a topic, such as planets, archaeology, or inventions. Keep up with new issues by subscribing to their email newsletter.

	EdGate's Professional Development Center NEW!! Expand your understanding of your local EdGate Community Education Gateway by taking the online course - it's free! Also includes professional resources such as tracking tools, training for administrators and other educator training resources. Education World's Grants Center Education World created this site to help educators locate grants of all varieties. Check out their featured grant each week. Then, learn how to prepare a grant proposal and find other resources for making your application a winner. The Annenberg/CPB Channel Interactive Workshops Register to participate in a variety of online educator and administrator workshops developed by the Annenberg/CPB Channel, a satellite channel of free educational programming. Most workshops address K-12 math and science, but some reach out to all grades. BellSouth Education Gateway: Professional Development Here are some recommended professional development sources aimed at instructing teachers how to use technology in their classrooms. A variety of online courses, tutorials, success stories, and discussion groups are suggested. ERIC Clearinghouse on Technology and Teacher Education This database provides thousands of articles, books, papers, research reports, and education guides geared toward teacher education and the art of teaching. There's a special section on health, P.E., recreation, and dance. The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards The NBPTS has developed a system of advanced, voluntary, national certification for teachers. Although the process is lengthy and expensive, certification can lead to improved teaching skills, national recognition, and higher salaries. SchoolGrants This site has everything you might need for applying for a K-12 educational grant, including lists of available individual and district-wide grants, tips for writing grant proposals, and a monthly newsletter to you keep on top of the latest offerings. Teachers' Lab The Annenberg/CPB Math and Science Project has created online learning labs for teachers seeking innovative ways to present math and science concepts to their students. The labs, updated three times per year, include activities, worksheets, and related links. U.S. Department of Education Funding Opportunities At this site, you'll find federal grant information and applications, as well as a guide to other programs sponsored by the Department of Education.

	EdGate's Professional Development Center NEW!! Expand your understanding of your local EdGate Community Education Gateway by taking the online course to increase technology integration in the classroom - it's free! Also includes professional resources such as tracking tools, training for administrators and other educator training resources. Education World's Technology in the Classroom Education World now offers articles about incorporating technology into your classroom. Learn how to conduct a solid search, find out what types of equipment to buy, and discover some great ways to use computers with your students. Education with New Technologies This online community is for educators who want to effectively integrate technology into their curricula, and includes a technology orientation, tools for curriculum design, an online library, and discussion groups. The EdWeb HTML Crash Course for Educators If you'd like to create a Web page for your school or class, this step-by-step online guide is a must. Learn to use the programming language HTML to create headers and paragraphs using fancy text, link to other Web sites, create bullets, and add images. Electronic School Electronic School is a quarterly journal focusing on technology in K-12 schools. The online version offers all of the print version's great features, such as articles and software reviews, as well as message boards, chat rooms, and recommended links. ICONnect An initiative of the American Association of School Librarians, this site includes online courses and other materials designed to increase the information and technology literacy of teachers. International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) ISTE is a network of educators committed to enhancing classroom learning via technology. It offers publications, professional development workshops, standards, research, and links to other teacher resources. Mars Mission Control Are your students participating in the Mars Millennium Project? Divide them into teams so they can design a community on Mars to be inhabited by humans in 2030. This special Copernicus site has online resources, project ideas, and more to help them along. McRel's Technology Integration This site contains articles, essays, and reports about the challenges faced by teachers and administrators when designing technology plans and the implementation solutions developed by the experts. TechConnect Teachers and students share their success stories about technology-based lesson planning. Add your own story for others to enjoy, and check out their recommended sites for online workshops and lesson plans.

	*EdGate's Career and Technical Education Center - CTEC** A comprehensive selection of resources for career and technical educators, the "CTEC" EdGate Content Channel features Careers4Kids (career exploration), Educator Central (resources for the CT professional) and FutureFocus (Career Clusters, Applied Academics, TechPrep)....and more!! ACTE Online* Your directory to companies that serve the Career & Technical Education market. Career Tech update, education news, legislation updates and more! The Career Key (8-12) The Career Key Web site offers career information and tests. Much of the data is compiled from the premiere source of occupational information: the Occupational Outlook Handbook. Career Quest USA Today's Virtual Career Quest lets you explore the world of work now and in the future, utilizing stories from USA TODAY. Virtual Career Quest features online experts and interactive activities that can help a student decide which career to pursue. Career Zone CareerZone is a career exploration system for middle and high school students which provides information for 974 occupations from the new ONET Database, the electronic replacement for the Dictionary of Occupational Titles. Center on Education and Work* The Center on Education and Work seeks to enhance the quality of career-related learning for all individuals in schools, colleges, and the workplace. Center for Occupational Research and Development CORD is a national nonprofit organization providing innovative changes in education to prepare students for greater success in careers and higher education. CORD assists educators in secondary schools and colleges through new curricula, teaching strategies, professional development, and partnerships with community leaders, families, and employers. ERIC Clearing House for Adult, Career and Vocational Education Comprehensive research which is searchable. This is the largest educational research warehouse available online. GEM: Gateway to Educational Materials: Career and Technical There are several links to career and technical lesson plans under Educational Technology and Vocational Education. High Schools that Work High Schools That Work (HSTW) is a large-scale effort to engage state, district and school leaders and teachers in partnerships with students, parents and the community to improve the way all high school students are prepared for work and further education. HSTW provides a framework of goals, key practices and key conditions for accelerating learning and setting higher standards. Occupational Outlook Handbook The Occupational Outlook Handbook is a nationally recognized source of career information, designed to provide valuable assistance to individuals making decisions about their future work lives. K-12 Vocational Sites This site of resources is from the National Center for Research in Vocational Education. The site is content is from 2000, but there are still plenty of good links and starting points for teachers. What is Tech Prep? Crossroads Educational Consortium provides a good basic description of what a "TechPrep" program is. National Association for Tech Prep Leadership This site contains many links for Tech Prep, as well as documents for evaluating Tech Prep programs. State Tech Prep Coordinators This U.S. Department of Education site lists the contact information for State Tech Prep Coordinators.

	Education World Message Boards Join other K-12 educators and administrators in a variety of online discussions about lesson plans, curricula, education issues, and teaching methods. Correspond directly with teachers specializing in early childhood, K-8, and 9-12 education. AskERIC Q&A Service Do you have a question about an education issue? Ask the AskERIC staff directly, and they'll send you a personal response. Browse through their Hot Topics to find resources on issues ranging from the first day of school to violence and school safety. Career and Technical Education Center The"CTEC" EdGate Content Channel features Careers4Kids (career exploration), Educator Central (resources for the CT professional) and FutureFocus (Career Clusters, Applied Academics, TechPrep)....and more!! Mighty Mentors* This service pairs inexperienced teachers with seasoned professionals for online help and mentoring. Whether you'd like a short or long-term mentoring relationship, you'll find this site to be a terrific idea. Teachers Helping Teachers Free Teacher Chats occur every Sunday evening. While you're at this site, check out their teacher-written book reviews and lesson plans, and their list of links to educational Web sites. Teachers Helping Teachers with Teaching Exchanges If you're considering a teaching exchange to another country, this site has lots of information, including the pros and cons of exchanges, applications, sample housing and vehicle contracts, and a registry of foreign teachers looking for U.S. exchanges. Teachers.net Teachers.net focuses on bringing teachers from around the world together to share ideas for both in- and outside the classroom. Daily chats cover a multitude of topics, and you'll also find a job center, supply closet, lesson plan archive, and more.

	Discovery School's Puzzlemaker This is a great site for teachers who want to make their own word and math puzzles. Enter numbers or vocabulary lists into a variety of puzzle styles to instantly create and print crosswords, word searches, mazes, and cryptograms. FunBrain.com Your students will enjoy FunBrain.com's dozens of online games and quizzes. The Curriculum Guide highlights the best activities for your particular class, and the Quiz Lab lets you create or find a quiz, give it to your class, and grade it automatically. LearningPage.com LearningPage.com offers new, free worksheets every week. Geared toward preschoolers to second graders, many of these worksheets are grouped into themes, such as dinosaurs and zoo animals. You can also search their larger categories of math, language, and science. MathStories.com This site focuses on mathematical word problems for first through eighth graders. Browse the thousands of available worksheets by grade and level of difficulty, and then send in your favorite word problems for addition to the database. National Geographic Xpeditions Maps Whether you need a map for a classroom demonstration or for your students to color, you'll find over 500 outline maps generated by National Geographic. Each map was designed for reproducing, and detailed printing instructions are available. Pics4Learning Need a photograph to use in class? This site offers thousands of free images for which copyright permission has already been granted. Browse from among the available photos, download your favorites, and add your own amateur work to this growing database. Scholastic Lesson Plans and Reproducibles At this Scholastic site, elementary and middle school teachers will find lesson plans and matching handouts in a variety of subjects. New handouts are posted monthly, and you can search their standards-based database by grade level and subject matter. SuperKids Educational Tools The SuperKids Educational Software Review is compiling a variety of puzzles and worksheets for you to use in class. Check out their spatial reasoning games, hangman database, and words- and quotes-of-the-day. Then, generate your own math worksheets. Video Placement Worldwide This site catalogs dozens of free videos that educators can order to use in the classroom. The videos are categorized by grade level and subject matter, and are often shipped with corresponding print materials. Many of the choices focus on social studies, agriculture, and home economics. Zoom School's Animal Printouts Select from dozens of animal and dinosaur coloring sheets to hand out in class. Most sheets also contain information about the animal. With sheets for peregrine falcons, lemurs, newts, and others, these aren't just the standard barnyard animals. The M-tech Worksheet Generator This simple site provides an easy way for you to create a variety of classroom worksheets. Choose from matching, fill in the blank, scramble, word chop, and other formats. Then, use their form to enter the vocabulary words or numbers you'd like to drill. Check out the extensive archive of worksheets that other teachers have created.

	Education World's Education News Every Wednesday, Education World scans the world's newspapers and links to the week's top education stories. This is a great way to keep track of the state of education in your region, nationwide, or around the globe. Experience Today This is USA TODAY's feature publication for teachers who want to incorporate the day's news and current events into their curricula. Specially selected stories are summarized, categorized by subject, and paired with classroom discussion questions and activities. American School Board Journal The National School Boards Association publishes this monthly magazine geared toward school boards and administrators. Education news, book reviews, school law updates, and research findings focus on leadership and policy making in American schools. Ed.Net BriefsTM Imagine the week's top education stories summarized and sent directly to your email in- box. These free summaries are archived online and are searchable by school year and keyword. Learn how to post these summaries on your own school or district Web site. Education Week If you're interested in education policy and reform, then check out the online version of Education Week, which is filled with news briefs and feature articles on technology, law and politics, standards, employment, and other school-related news. eSchoolNews eSchoolNews tracks breaking tech news in the K-12 arena, showcases a Web site of the day, and gathers other key information for wired educators. Research special reports, funding opportunities, upcoming conferences, job openings, or search the news archive. The New York Times Learning Network Incorporate the daily news into your curriculum. New lesson plans each day focus on daily news stories and are categorized by academic subject. Visit the lesson plan archive, pose questions to other users, and read weekly education columns. The New York Times National Education News Get the New York Times' daily report of education news from around the country. When you're up to date, join a discussion group focusing on school reform, technology, teaching techniques, or other education issues. Teacher Magazine This monthly magazine, published by Education Week, features articles on teachers and their teaching methods. You'll also find sections that include news and current events, commentaries, book excerpts, and research findings. U.S. Department of Education Headlines At the top of this homepage, you'll find headlines linking to the latest education speeches, programs, legislation, and budget proposals. Also check out the News and Events page, with press releases, progress reports, and a calendar of local events. Inside Education Our editorial scope is directed to provide educationally sound business solutions to school district professionals through thought-provoking and informative editorial. Our articles and columns provide insights and solutions from two perspectives: business and technology, and our topics encompass a broad spectrum of timely content.

	The WebQuest Page WebQuests are cross-curricular activities that require students to answer questions using information they find online. The WebQuest site links to over 200 WebQuests designed by educators who are incorporating computer technology into their classrooms. Creating A WebQuest: It's Easier than You Think This article by the editors at Education World describes the growing body of online projects known as WebQuests. Learn why teachers consider WebQuests valuable teaching tools and then discover how to create your own. There are lots of recommended resources if you need additional help. A City in Space Encourage your class to climb aboard the International Space Station. They'll have to undergo training and complete activities to earn their stay so they'd better study hard for the astronaut training! This Webquest is suitable for high school students. Take Me Out to the Ball Game Your fourth and fifth graders will love this cooperative learning activity, in which the baseball commissioner needs to determine which of the league's divisions he should visit. Students must analyze division and team statistics to make a recommendation. Time Travelers It's up to your middle school class to recreate the types of documents contained in a destroyed time capsule. Assign the roles of correspondent, reporter, editor, and commentator to create a newspaper that reports the events of the era.
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