Teaching History Creatively
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Susan is in her 27th year of teaching. She is so excited to share her creative student-centered experiences with others! She loves to rock out in the classroom! She has taught everything from Geography, Free Enterprise, English, History, and Athletic Coaching.
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DEBATING THE PAST: The Frontier and the West
In this seminar students will discuss this Compelling Question: What is the Myth of the West, what is its impact and what kind of reaction (if any) should we have to it?
8th - 12th
U.S. History
Causes of Revolution: One Thing Leads to Another
Differentiate your instruction for your gifted or advanced placement students. In this activity student listen to the song "One Thing Leads to Another" by the Fixx. They will match the word bank items with the song lyrics. This is an excellent high level critical thinking activity. This is best used after teaching the Causes of the American Revolution so students are already familiar with the themes. An Answer Key is provided for the teacher. *************************************************
5th - 12th
U.S. History
Path to Revolution Socratic Seminar
In this seminar students will discover and discuss the British and Colonists actions that led to revolution They will also discover and discuss the rational behind each action.
8th - 12th
U.S. History
Thomas Jefferson Socratic Seminar
The Compelling Question: Has your vision of Jefferson been raised or lowered by what we have learned? Excellent Socratic Seminar Material for your discussion based classroom. Includes a photo example of what annotating should look like for your higher level learners. Includes all primary sources and easy to understand directions.
8th - 12th
Social Studies, U.S. History
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About the store
Experience
Susan is in her 27th year of teaching. She is so excited to share her creative student-centered experiences with others! She loves to rock out in the classroom! She has taught everything from Geography, Free Enterprise, English, History, and Athletic Coaching.
Teaching style
I have a high energy, exciting student centered classroom. I use simulations and movement as much as possible. I believe in being Bold, Daring, taking risks and being adventurous. Music is commonplace in my room. The most current and innovative use of technology can always be found in my classroom. #TLAP #SSTLAP
Awards & shining teacher moments
Nominated for Disney Teacher of the Year
Awarded Who's Who of America's Teachers 5 times
Teacher of the month-5 times
Nominated for Outstanding Teaching of the Humanities Award
My own education history
Bachelor of Arts- Social Studies from The University of Louisiana
Master Degree- Curriculum and Instruction from Tarleton State
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