We see you. You’ve got your classroom routines set. Your students know your expectations and they’re actively learning in your classroom. But as you head into December, you know the calendar gets crazy (so many holidays, right?) and you’re looking for new and creative ways to keep students engaged until that first winter break.
Have you considered interactive learning resources? The use of these can positively change the dynamic of the classroom from passive listening to active participation. Students can research, experiment, and have fun learning about topics at their own pace through a variety of interactives like virtual labs, investigations, maps, and more.
Not only do interactive learning resources create a fun game-like experience for students, they also provide opportunities for students to test and experiment without you purchasing actual materials for your classroom!
Check out a few of our favorites:
How Does Your Garden Grow?
Grades K-5; Life Science
Students practice designing and conducting an investigation using differences in soil, water, and light for two different plant types.
World Geography Interactive VR Map
Grades K-12; Social Studies
Comprehensive 360 world VR map. The interactive features short video segments, highlighting unique places from around the world.
Spelling Bees
Grades K-5; English Language Arts
Arcademics interactive designed to boost students’ spelling skills as they build the biggest honeycomb hive by spelling the most words in the time allowed.
Private or Not?
Grades K-2; Digital Literacy
To promote digital literacy, students will learn the answer to the question: What information is safe to share with others online, and what should you keep to yourself?
Energy Skate Park
Grades 6-12; Physics/Math
Applying math and physics principles, students design a skate park in this PhET interactive using the concepts of mechanical energy and energy conservation.
3D Human Skeletal System
Grades 6-12; Life Science/Anatomy
A BioDigital interactive exploring the skeletal system, this activity allows students to isolate certain groups of bones and learn about their functions.
If you like these, or want to explore more interactive learning resources on different topics, check out our collections in the Best of Interactives, PhET Interactive Simulations, and Arcademics Channels.
Have you used one of our interactives with students? Be sure to let us know on social media! Don’t forget to tag @DiscoveryEd so we don’t miss it!
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