Thing+31

= Thing 31 - Explore Learning Gizmos = =** Introduction **= We've all seen Gremlins, not that Gizmo. Not my dog Gizmo either. These Gizmos are online, interactive simulations for math and science. They are meant to be used with students in Grades 3-12, but grade bands can be limiting and you never know what a Kindergarten student might find interesting or a high school student might need broken down into more familiar terms, so I encourage you to use the grade bands loosely.

For you non-math/science people, while this my not have direct application in your classroom, you all support students who may struggle with math and science. It's important for you to know this resource exists so that you can share it with students and parents if the need arises.

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 * Discovery **

[|https://www.explorelearning.com/index.cfm?method=cCorp.dspAbout#4] [|Gizmos by academic standard] [|Gizmo Video Playlist- Teaching Strategies] [|Explore Learning Help Center]
 * Resources **

Task 1
1. Register with Explore Learning Gizmos for a Trial Subscription 2. G o to www.explorelearning.com and select the yellow button called Free Trial, located in the upper right corner. 3. Explore the Gizmos

1. Name your class. 2. Create a Gizmo list for your students (if you do not teach math/science or support students who do, you can create a gizmo list that is of interest to you personally (or your own offspring) 3. Share the list with your classmate via your blog
 * Task 2 **

What are the advantages and disadvantages of online simulations? Besides Explore Learning, what are some other examples of online simulations? Can you think of a simulation you'd like ELG to add to their toolbox?
 * Blog Post POST : Explore Learning Gizmos- Thing 31 **