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A Lesson on WWII Primary Sources; or, how eBay Finds some Educational Value
New websites are like new toys. We can’t seem to find enough ways to play with them until they either break or get discarded for the next big thing. In the early 2000s, eBay was my new toy—and a purchase … Continue reading
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How to Evaluate Online Sources, thanks to NCSS
It’s high time students stop mining Wikipedia for their research projects. Without adequate library resources, the Internet is often a kid’s only avenue for research. Yet even teachers get frustrated trying to figure out what sites are useful and what … Continue reading
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Petition to keep the Global History and Geography Regents as a Graduation Requirement
I’m so late to this party that it isn’t fashionable anymore.Yet some parties are so important it’s just as important to just show up. As it broke in April, The New York State Board of Regents is considering a measure … Continue reading →
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