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Inspiring Ideas for Integrating 21st Century Themes and Skills

21st Century Information, Media and Technology Skills Media Literacy Watch Carefully . . . The Media Education: Make It Happen! program is a collection of free resources to help educators understand and facilitate media literacy in their classrooms. The program consists of a booklet, PowerPoint workshop and a facilitator’s guide with handouts. Click here for more ways to incorporate media literacy into your classroom activities.

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Intelligent Approaches for Going Green

Ignite Creative Energy Energy competitions can be a fun way for your students to apply their understanding of science. Whether they’re a seventh-grader interested in testing their understanding of energy efficiency and renewables or an engineering student who wants to design a home for the Solar Decathlon, students can find a wide range of energy-related contests for all ages on the U.S. Department of Energy’s Web site. Click here for some other “Going Green” ideas to integrate into your classroom activities.

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