No Man is a Study Island

/ redheadedprofessor

First, my apologies to my favorite poet, John Donne.  I couldn’t resist.

My current employer is using a program called Study Island for FCAT preparation.  Computerized programs?  Ugh.  Not another one.

But that was BEFORE I used the program.  I’m impressed.  Study Island is easy to use for both teachers and students.  There are activities and games and quizzes for all of the standards in your particular state.  My favorite part, however, are the lesson plans.  I don’t know who actually writes them, but they are so creative and entertaining.  The students really like them AND learn well from them.

Not only do they have these lesson plans, they also have supplemental printed materials and powerpoints.  And it looks like they’re going to be added videos and other resources soon.

I love coming up with new ways to teach the same old things.  I use videos, props, powerpoints, even food to get my point across.  (Food works especially well with all ages.)  Study Island is a great tool I’ve added to my toolbox.  Check it out for yourself at:

http://www.studyisland.com/

Tell ’em I sent you; maybe they’ll offer me a job if I get people interested in their product!

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