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Columbia, Missouri
Joined April 2013
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Themed sets of cards can be used for many grouping needs. The possibilities are endless! Or conduct a Peer Hunt to build community and easily group/pair learners. See how and print templates of cards in our LMS! → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT #GroupingStrategies
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Have learners make words with letters, line up across the room, or create a value line for easy grouping! See how in our LMS! → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT #GroupingStrategies
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Use these creative strategies to group learners in many different ways using playing cards, popsicle sticks, and random group generators–free tech tools. See how in our LMS! → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT #GroupingStrategies
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This month, we are sharing our eMINTS Top 10 Grouping Strategies! #10: Grab the String, #9: Lengths of Ribbon, #8: Sit, Stand, Squat! See how to facilitate them all in our LMS! → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT #GroupingStrategies
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Play the collaborative playlist from last week’s tip during team challenges to energize the community building! Full tip → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT #TeacherTip
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Build a collaborative playlist to reflect on learning through music, and play it during the end of the year to energize community building! Full tip → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT #TeacherTip
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Have learners write a letter to their future selves to reflect and set goals. Bring energy to your environment through theme days! Full tips → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT #TeacherTip
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Create a digital yearbook or video to capture learning and memories, and then use appreciation cards to build connection and gratitude that everyone can take home with them. Full tips → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT #TeacherTip
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Celebrate successes with strategies that build reflection and community! Try using superlatives to highlight unique contributions from each learner! Explore all ideas: → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT #TeacherTip
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Digital storytelling isn’t about the tool; it’s about the story. Explore tools for audio, video, visuals, and interactive stories. Full tip → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT #DigitalStorytelling #EdTech
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Digital stories depend on strong visuals and media choices. Teach students to use images and sound with purpose. Then, grow the skill through sharing and reflection. Empower student voiced through feedback and audiences. Full tip → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT
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Planning makes digital stories stronger! Help students storyboard, sequence ideas, and clarify purpose before creating. Full tip → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT #DigitalStorytelling
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A good digital story starts with strong storytelling…not tools. Learn the core elements that bring meaning and purpose to student projects. Full tip → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #eminstAT #DigitalStorytelling
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Use What / So What / Now What? to help learners process experiences and plan next steps. Full strategy + downloadable card → expedition.emints.org! #eMINTS #emintsAT #Reflection #CooperativeLearning
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Build a Reflection Wall! Learners share short reflections, discuss them in teams, and identify themes. Full strategy + downloadable card → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT #Reflection #CooperativeLearning
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Use Fortune Cookie Reflection! Learners create a short “fortune” that captures their learning. Full directions + strategy card → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT #Reflection #CooperativeLearning
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Try the $2 Summary! Learners write a 20‑word reflection where each word is worth 10¢. See the full strategy + download the card → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT #CooperativeLearning #Reflection
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Use your PLN to design stronger lessons! Share ideas, get feedback, and collaborate for better instruction. Full tip → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT #ProfessionalLearningNetwork #PLN #LessonDesign
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Technology enables educators to form PLNs to collaborate and network from anywhere, anytime. Full tip → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT #ProfessionalLearningNetwork #PLN #EdTech #EdChat
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Use tech to grow your PLN! Follow creators, join educator groups, and share ideas across platforms. Full tip → expedition.emints.org #eMINTS #emintsAT #ProfessionalLearningNetwork #PLN #EdTech #EdChat
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