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Included in this product is a Google Slideshow you can "make a copy of it" for each student in your Google Classroom) that gives students a COMPLETE walkthrough of their passion-project / genius hour assignment. Includes: • 79 slides • what is "Genius Hour" • a slideshow where they can document their progress (what they are reading, watching, learning, etc.) • create something and present it to the class • includes several slides where students can type in information about their passions • pass

Have you wanted to implement the design thinking process in your instruction and lesson plans? Included in this product is: 1) an editable 5-slide (Google Slides) template that incorporates the design thinking process: EmpathizeDefineIdeatePrototypeTest2) Three (3x) Google Slideshows that are templates in which students can fill in their information regarding the 5 steps listed above. Each of the 3 slideshows contains an informational text. Students must read this short passage and then answe

Have you wanted to implement the design thinking process in your instruction and lesson plans? Included in this product is: 1) an editable 5-slide (Google Slides) template that incorporates the design thinking process: EmpathizeDefineIdeatePrototypeTest2) Three (3x) Google Slideshows that are templates in which students can fill in their information regarding the 5 steps listed above. Each of the 3 slideshows contains an informational text. Students must read this short passage and then answe

Included in this product is a Google Drive folder that contains 6 documents: Genius Hour / Passion Project Inspiration documents (2): Are you struggling to come up with ideas for your Genius Project or Passion Project? These 2 documents provides a variety of resources to help kickstart students' creativity and inspire them to pursue their interests. From DIY projects to digital photography challenges, from game making tools to jewelry making ideas, we've curated a diverse list of websites and

Included in this product is a Google Slideshow featuring an overview of 12 design-thinking projects. The slideshow explains and discusses (in detail) what design thinking is and all its steps (empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test). This is a great slideshow to play for students in your classroom who are new (or advanced) in the design thinking process. All templates are editable. Choose to MAKE A COPY for each student in Google Classroom or whatever LMS you are using. Projects include:

Have you wanted to implement the design thinking process in your instruction and lesson plans? Included in this product is: 1) an editable 5-slide (Google Slides) template that incorporates the design thinking process: EmpathizeDefineIdeatePrototypeTest2) Three (3x) Google Slideshows that are templates in which students can fill in their information regarding the 5 steps listed above. Each of the 3 slideshows contains an informational text. Students must read this short passage and then answe

This 2-page handout will help your students understand the critical literary lenses of Amy Tan's "The Joy Luck Club". The handout also includes a link to my Google Slideshow presentation of the lenses (see image preview in product description). Handout includes: • brief statement of what a literary theory is • what a biographical lens is and examples from the novel • what a psychological lens is and examples from the novel • what a marxist lens is and examples from the novel • what a femini

Have you wanted to implement the design thinking process in your instruction and lesson plans? Included in this product is: 1) an editable 5-slide (Google Slides) template that incorporates the design thinking process: EmpathizeDefineIdeatePrototypeTest2) Three (3x) Google Slideshows that are templates in which students can fill in their information regarding the 5 steps listed above. Each of the 3 slideshows contains an informational text. Students must read this short passage and then answ

Have you wanted to implement the design thinking process in your instruction and lesson plans? Included in this product is: 1) an editable 5-slide (Google Slides) template that incorporates the design thinking process: EmpathizeDefineIdeatePrototypeTest2) Three (3x) Google Slideshows that are templates in which students can fill in their information regarding the 5 steps listed above. Each of the 3 slideshows contains an informational text. Students must read this short passage and then answe

Have you wanted to implement the design thinking process in your instruction and lesson plans? Included in this product is: 1) an editable 5-slide (Google Slides) template that incorporates the design thinking process: EmpathizeDefineIdeatePrototypeTest2) Three (3x) Google Slideshows that are templates in which students can fill in their information regarding the 5 steps listed above. Each of the 3 slideshows contains an informational text. Students must read this short passage and then answe

Have you wanted to implement the design thinking process in your instruction and lesson plans? Included in this product is: 1) an editable 5-slide (Google Slides) template that incorporates the design thinking process: EmpathizeDefineIdeatePrototypeTest2) Three (3x) Google Slideshows that are templates in which students can fill in their information regarding the 5 steps listed above. Each of the 3 slideshows contains an informational text. Students must read this short passage and then answe

Have you wanted to implement the design thinking process in your instruction and lesson plans? Included in this product is: 1) an editable 5-slide (Google Slides) template that incorporates the design thinking process: EmpathizeDefineIdeatePrototypeTest2) Three (3x) Google Slideshows that are templates in which students can fill in their information regarding the 5 steps listed above. Each of the 3 slideshows contains an informational text. Students must read this short passage and then answe

Have you wanted to implement the design thinking process in your instruction and lesson plans? Included in this product is: 1) an editable 5-slide (Google Slides) template that incorporates the design thinking process: EmpathizeDefineIdeatePrototypeTest2) Three (3x) Google Slideshows that are templates in which students can fill in their information regarding the 5 steps listed above. Each of the 3 slideshows contains an informational text. Students must read this short passage and then answe

The following are the Learning Objectives for this assessment. 1. Obtaining genuine knowledge (i.e. terminology, trends) of emerging technologies 2. Learning fundamental principles in the field of educational technology 3. Gaining skills in working with others in a group 4. Developing creative capacities (research, writing, designing, etc.) 5. Developing skills in public speaking and in writing 6. Learning how to research and use web-based resources for answering questions Directions: Create a w

Are you looking for effective strategies to help your English Language Learners (ELL) thrive in the sheltered classroom? This comprehensive 1-page Google Doc provides you with actionable tips and tools to support your students' language development and ensure their success in your classroom. From teaching students strategies and language to use when they don't know what to do, to incorporating total response signals and using visuals and vocabulary strategies that support your objectives, this g

Included in this product is a Google Sheet that lists the essential iMovie skills needed in order to create an awesome movie for a project. The first column contains the Topic: Getting StartedVoiceoverKen Burns Effect on ImagesTrim and Split (Video) ClipsAdd Text Change Speed of Clip (Must be Video)Add Overlays: Picture in Picture, Cutaway, Split ScreenUsing Green ScreenRemove and Add AudioAdd Background MusicAdd Sound EffectsSave project to your photosThe second column contains the Practiced

Group Project Contribution Log 1-page includes editable text for: • an image placeholder for your educational institution / school district's logo • name of class / course • year • project name • discussion of the project and its % towards a student's grade • Individual Contribution Log section that students will fill in that discusses their strengths, weaknesses, and contribution to the group project