Rutgers Alternate Route teachers are helping each other and teachers everywhere by sharing their favorite resources to elevate social studies instruction. If you’re seeking creative lesson plans, thought-provoking discussion prompts, current events, national art, and more that bring history and civics to life, you’re in the right place. Whether you want inquiry-based lessons from the National Council for Social Studies, interactive video tools like Edpuzzle or PBS LearningMedia, or creative project ideas and simulations, you’ll find resources here to make your social studies lessons more dynamic and memorable.

A paraprofessional in the classroom can help teachers and students overcome common challenges, plus provide a better learning experience. But who is there to support a paraprofessional when they encounter a challenge?

Support staff are necessary to a school’s health; however, these hardworking individuals need their own guidance as they encounter situations unique to their profession. They need their own guidance and support structure, the way they provide one for teachers.

These modern STEM resources support personalized learning, letting teachers tailor instruction to different learning styles and paces. From ready-to-use lesson plans and activity books to immersive apps and virtual labs, their resource recommendations are designed to deepen understanding of many STEM concepts-whether you’re teaching biology, environmental science, or engineering.

Smartphones have gone from a privilege to a necessity for youth. On average, children receive their first phone at 11, with almost all children having one by 15. Meanwhile, children eight and younger spend an average of two-and-a-half hours with screen media daily, with many (40%) two year olds having a tablet of their own.

To help support these educators with more resource options, performing and visual arts teachers at Rutgers Alternate Route have contributed a list they use to bring character to their art classrooms. Whether you’re looking to build technical skills, encourage creative exploration, or promote meaningful collaboration, there’s a resource for you. By weaving these trusted tools into your teaching practice, you’ll be able to create more vibrant, dynamic, and inspiring learning experiences for your art students.