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Susan Connelly replied to ron_peck's discussion What does Common Core look like in your district? in the group Common Core

"Hi Ron, I do now. I went to a CCSS workshop this summer. We went to http://www.corestandards.org during the workshop and then we looked at http://www.smarterbalanced.org tests. The presenters mentioned Kentucky and Massachusetts as good…"

Aug 26, 2012

Susan Connelly replied to Miss Teacha's discussion Bulletin Boards in the group World History Educators

"Hey Miss Teacha, I haven't made mine yet, but am thinking about posting some photos and prints from history and asking the question - What can we learn about these cultures by examining these artifacts? I am going to use colored cloth as…"

Aug 6, 2012

Susan Connelly replied to Natalee Stotz's discussion Humanities Course in the group World History Educators

"Hopefullly a lot. There are so many connections that can be made between our world and the ancient past. To forget the past is to keep repeating it. I teach 7th grade world history - primarily european, but my students see the connections all the…"

Jul 23, 2012

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Edmodo

This group is a support/help group for Edmodo users. Please share ideas and resources.

Feb 28, 2012

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Susan Connelly replied to ron_peck's discussion What does Common Core look like in your district? in the group Common Core

"Our school has revamped the new Math CCs but has just started looking at SS/LA Common Core Standards. The State of NH is focused on Math and LA right now. Recently received an email from our principal from the state looking for volunteers to explore…"

Feb 28, 2012

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Common Core

Common Core State StandardsThis group was created to further the discussion on the CCSS and how best to meet these in the classroom and for our students.See More

Feb 28, 2012

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Games in Social Studies

Games and simulations used in all realms of social studies classes.

Feb 28, 2012

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Susan Connelly commented on Heather Kilgallon's group EdCamp SocialStudies

"I am hoping you all will decide to start this on Friday, continue thru Sat and Sun in Philli for those who want to attend. (I do!) It's exciting. Thanks for doing this!"

Aug 6, 2011

Susan Connelly joined Heather Kilgallon's group

EdCamp SocialStudies

Anyone interested in attending or organizing an EdCamp focused on Social Studies. We are planning this for summer 2012!

Aug 6, 2011

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Susan Connelly joined Angela Cunningham's group

World History Educators

Jul 29, 2011

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Susan Connelly replied to Kristi Barber's discussion 7th Grade Orientation in the group Middle School Social Studies

"Anita, Our school does a similar orientation day just for 7th grade students before the MS actually starts. It is a half day where we get to meet the students, they go through a condensed version of the day and get to settle in before the…"

Jul 29, 2011

Susan Connelly joined Timothy Monreal's group

Middle School Social Studies

Place where middle school teachers can share lessons, questions, tools, books, or really anything. Also a place to start dialogue with high school teachers to alleviate transitional issues between middle school and high school.

Jul 29, 2011

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Becky Ellis left a comment for Susan Connelly

"Hi Susan! Welcome to the social studies ning! We're thrilled to get your experience and knowledge as a part of our social studies group. Please join a group that interests you and also join us on Twitter as we chat every Monday…"

Jul 24, 2011

Susan Connelly is now a member of Social Studies Chat

Jul 24, 2011

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