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Canva
A comprehensive platform for project-based learning
Engage your students in rich and authentic learning experiences that reflect the challenges they’ll face in the real world. Our intuitive, drag-and-drop tools make visual communication easy, so students can spend more time interacting and responding effectively to their learning. Canva is optimized for Chromebooks and is fully cross-platform.
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CIA World Factbook
This site provides information on the history, government, economy, geography, and transnational issues of 267 countries.
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Citation Machine
Information on this interactive Web tool is designed to assist teachers and students in producing reference citations for crediting information from other people.
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EasyBib
Automatic works cited and bibliography formatting for MLA, APA, and Chicago/Turabian citation styles.
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Google Scholar
This search engine helps students find reliable research and resources.
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EBSCO
EBSCO is a periodical research database. The library has access to eight components: Explora, Health Source, Literary Reference Center, MAS Complete, MAS Ultra, Newspaper Source Plus, Points of View Reference Center, and the Science Reference Center.
User ID: thornridgehs
Password: Falcons-21
or sign in using your District 205 Google credentials
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Khan Academy
Students practice at their own pace, first filling in gaps in their understanding and then accelerating their learning. -
PBS New Hour Extra
News for Students and Teacher Resources for 6-12 Grade Levels. Current events information for students grades 6-12! Lessons based on the PBS NewsHour with a focus on civics, social studies, ELA, science, art, and media.
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Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL)
This extensive website offers free information about writing, research, English as a second language, and more.
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Smithsonian Tween Tribune
It allows high school teachers to create an account, set up a class, and assign grade-appropriate readings which are accompanied by quizzes, which allow teachers to monitor responses through the online dashboard.
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Vocabulary.com
Whether you’re looking up a specific word or just browsing, you’ll find a universe of friendly explanations and fun activities designed to educate and entertain.
