Friday, January 8, 2016

Resources

Favorite Math Websites:
https://illuminations.nctm.org/
Fun warm-ups for math as well as exploratory computer activities for discovering theorems.

https://www.geogebra.org/
Is an interactive graphing calculator that helps students understand measurement properties.

https://www.desmos.com/
Graphing FUN for Algebra students.

http://www.inquirymaths.com/home
Great website for students to explore their thought process in working through problems.

https://www.ixl.com/
I recommend this to students who need extra practice.  The site allows them access to 20 free practice problems a day.

http://www.mathgiraffe.com/
Inquiry based math ideas.



Favorite Math & Science Websites:

http://galileo.org/
Galileo uses inquiry for hands-on experimenting and learning.

https://www.khanacademy.org/
Great site to help students review and practice topics.


Favorite Science Websites

http://www.physicsclassroom.com/Physics-Interactives/Momentum-and-Collisions
Interactive physics experiments

http://learningscience.org/physci.htm
Virtual labs for physical science

http://www.epa.gov/students/lesson-plans-teacher-guides-and-online-resources-educators
Great environmental science lessons.

http://www.edutopia.org/blog/websites-for-science-teachers-eric-brunsell
A variety of websites specific to different science fields,

Favorite Teacher Resources

http://www.teachthought.com/
Great site with ideas for new and veteran teachers.  Includes project-based learning and connecting with students in a variety of ways.

http://www.edutopia.org/
A favorite site of mine with not only teaching ideas, but also reflective learning.


Favorite (and FREE) Mobile Apps for Students

Evernote:  Helps students keep track of to do lists, notes, agendas, etc..
Google Drive:  Create powerpoint presentations, share papers, collaborate on projects!
Microsoft Office Mobile App:  Edit those papers on the go!
Fast Scanner:  Scan papers into a PDF by taking a picture!  (Great if you need to get a friend’s notes!)
PhotoMath:  Take a picture of a printed problem and have the answer explained to you step by step!
Gojimo:  Study for the ACT with these questions and explanations
Desmos: Graphing Calculator
Math Formulas:  A quick reference to all of your high school math class formulas

Khan Academy:  Practice and review of a variety of classes

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