New Releases by Kathleen N. Kopp

An easy-to-use resource for bringing effective, standards-aligned social studies instruction to diverse K-12 classrooms Teaching Social Studies Today is a K-12 professional resource packed with classroom-ready activities, inquiry-based lessons, and online resources. Included are inquiry-based teaching strategies that reflect the National Council for the Social Studies C3 standards and incorporate research on how to engage all types of learners. This updated Third Edition has an expanded focus on the importance of teaching social studies--along with new examples that reflect today''s classrooms. With lessons focusing on interdisciplinary connections, primary sources, and media literacy, Teaching Social Studies Today provides meaningful guidance on helping students master content and embrace civic engagement. Also included are tips for differentiating instruction for multiple learning needs, including English language learners, readers who are struggling, advanced and neurodivergent learners, and hybrid/remote learners. Teaching Social Studies Today Aligns with C3 Framework and research-based pedagogy Emphasizes inquiry, critical thinking, and real-world connections Includes reproducible organizers, reflection prompts, and step-by-step model lessons Provides assessment rubrics, formative checks, and performance tasks Novice and seasoned teachers alike will appreciate this supportive, easy-to-use resource for building civic engagement and critical thinking in K-12 social studies classrooms.

This updated edition provides teachers with practical information and the support they need to navigate the ever-changing advancements in technology which affects the learning environment for students. Featuring great tips, suggestions, and lesson ideas, this resource supports the purposeful infusion of technology into instruction across all content areas. Teachers will find resources and websites with free tools to help every educator navigate the often-intimidating technological landscape. A useful guide for all grades, this book will cut through the clutter and get the essential information needed to capitalize on the benefits technology has to offer 21st Century classrooms.

Create an active learning environment in grades K-12 using the 5E inquiry-based science model! Featuring a practical guide to implementing the 5E model of instruction, this resource clearly explains each "E" in the 5E model of inquiry-based science.

This book offers integrated computer projects that your students can complete. They are meant to complement topics about the human body that you may already teach your students - they are not units in and of themselves. The activities are designed to be used with various word processing, desktop publishing and multimedia computer programs you may use in your school. The activities have unlimited potential even if the technology changes in your school.

Integrating computers and technology in the study of oceans.