The Forum Vol. 2
Digital Learning Newsletter for Social Studies
Preparing for the Georgia Milestones
Below are some additional online resources that can be used to help prepare students for the online assessment.
USA Testprep (9-12)
- Will assist teachers in assessing a specific state standards
- Generates reports that will help you identify student strengths and weaknesses
- Students are also able to use USA Testprep outside of school from any computer with web access
- USA Testprep is easy to use and provides many features that will help students succeed.
Log into Blackboard to get your school’s code: https://atlanta.blackboard.com
Reading Passages
The MrNussbaum History section is one of the most comprehensive history resources for kids on the internet. Each of the links leads to an entire interactive curriculum for each section.
A great resource for reading passages, annotating onscreen, and answering questions online
Keyboarding for K-12 Students
- Virtual Keyboard & Hand Diagram
- Works on all devices
- Fun keyboard skins
- Interactive typing games
- Free resource
Spotlight on Strategies
http://www.discoveryeducation.com/what-we-offer/community/home.cfm
THE ENVELOPE PLEASE
VISUAL WALKABOUT
FAKEBOOK
Social Studies - TECH TIP
New York Public Library - Digital Collection
"The NYPL Digital Collection contains 675,000 items and counting. And it spans a wide range of historical eras, geography, and media. You can find drawings, illuminated manuscripts, maps, photographs, posters, prints, rare illustrated books, videos, audio, and more. It’s easy to find and download stuff you need. Check out their search and downloading tips here."
GREAT ADDITION TO YOUR PRIMARY SOURCES TOOLKIT
APS K-12 Social Studies Symbaloo
Guaranteed to be student centered and engaging
Felisa Ford: Digital Learning Specialist - Social Studies
Email: fcford@atlanta.k12.ga.us
Location: 130 Trinity Avenue Southwest, Atlanta, GA, United States
Phone: 404-802-2794
Twitter: @APSITFelisa