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Differentiating Instruction Through Digital Media
Funded Mar 23, 2022Thank you immensely for your generosity. The device has made a huge impact with our students. The students receive all of their instruction remotely so the device allows for effective remote instruction. The students work in small groups in breakout rooms to complete project-based assignments.
The students utilize design thinking to develop solutions for real word challenges. This past semester, the students developed solutions to address water crises/shortages around the world. the students presented their solutions to an audience of stakeholders.
All in all, your donation has made remote instruction more engaging and collaborative.”
With gratitude,
Mr. Julien
This classroom project was brought to life by Male Teachers of Color Initiative and one other donor.Computer Monitors for Remote Instruction
Funded Dec 29, 2020I would like to thank you for your generous donation. The computer monitor has made it much easier to facilitate remote instruction. The monitor provides more space to have multiple tabs open. On one screen, I can have the zoom portal. On another screen, I can have my slides, virtual investigation, Nearpod, etc. This allows me the flexibility to go from one platform to the next which saves time and helps to increase student engagement. The transition to remote instruction has created a number of challenges and obstacles and one of them include the optimal set up for this type of learning. It's without a doubt that a second monitor provides a better online experience.”
With gratitude,
Mr. Julien
This classroom project was brought to life by Con Edison and one other donor.Graphic Tablet for Remote Instruction
Funded Oct 31, 2020I'd like to thank you for your generous donation to our school. The graphic tablet has helped to improve the quality of remote instruction. I'm able to solve equations and draw diagrams of abstract science concepts. The students can follow easily as I model complex problem solving. Some students have struggled with remote instruction because there are some concepts that are difficult to covey online. The graphic tablet has helped to mitigate some of these challenges because they students can see what is going on. In chemistry, I'm able to draw diagrams of atoms and include subatomic particles like protons, electrons and neutrons rather easily. I'm able to calculate the average atomic masses of elements using the various isotopes. This has been a game changer for my remote teaching.”
With gratitude,
Mr. Julien
This classroom project was brought to life by Con Edison and one other donor.Document Camera for Remote Instruction
Funded Sep 25, 2020I'd like to thank you for your generous donation to our school. The document has helped to improve the quality of remote instruction. I'm able to solve equations and draw diagrams of abstract science concepts. The students can follow easily as I model complex problem solving. Some students have struggled with remote instruction because there are some concepts that are difficult to covey online. The document camera has helped to mitigate some of these challenges because they students can see what is going on. In chemistry, I'm able to draw diagrams of atoms and include subatomic particles like protons, electrons and neutrons rather easily. I'm able to calculate the average atomic masses of elements using the various isotopes. The document camera has been a game changer for my remote teaching.”
With gratitude,
Mr. Julien
This classroom project was brought to life by Con Edison and 2 other donors.Remote Learning in Chemistry
Funded May 6, 2020The Apple - MacBook Pro laptop has given me an opportunity to create science-related videos for remote instruction. I've also been able to facilitate virtual investigations using Chemistry simulations. In addition, l've been able to utilize a plethora of other distance learning tools and resources. These simulations have helped students build an understanding by presenting the content through gameplay. Students have constructed atoms in games like Collisions and Gizmos and have learned the rules of how electrons fill atomic orbitals. The PhET simulations have allowed students to build isotopes of atoms and gain an understanding of how atomic mass is determined. Access to these tools have been critical now more than ever so that less privileged students can get attain the science skills and knowledge needed to prepare them for this new normal.
Thank you immensely for your generosity which has subsequently enabled this endeavor.”
With gratitude,
Mr. Julien
This classroom project was brought to life by SONIC Drive-In and 4 other donors.Table the Science Discussion!
Funded Jun 18, 2019I would like to thank you for your generosity. The lab tables are used to conduct science investigations in a safe manner. Your donations have expanded our opportunity to provide students meaningful and engaging hands-on experiences in science. Our school is one of six schools co-located within the same campus. Subsequently, we have to share space with the other schools. As a result, there are scheduling conflicts with results in limited lab use. The lab tables you donated has alleviated this situation.”
With gratitude,
Mr. Julien
This classroom project was brought to life by Google.org and 3 other donors.Chem Is Try!!!
Funded Apr 17, 2019Thank you for your generosity. The review book were used to prepare our students for the Chemistry regents. Because of your help, we saw a 50% increase in our pass rate this year which is the largest we've ever experienced. The students were able to familiarize themselves with the format of the exam which provided them the additional boost they needed to pass the regents. Historically, our students have not done well on this exam because of their lack of familiarity with the format. We're hoping that now this passing trend will continue with the additional preparation from the review books.”
With gratitude,
Mr. Julien
A Rose Grows in the Bronx
Funded Sep 27, 2018The GrowLab was used for the Living Environment and Environmental Science courses. The students conducted plant investigations to examine the effect of variables such as light intensity, water amount and acidity on plant growth. The students grew plants like tomatoes and peas. The students had the opportunity to actually engage in the scientific process rather than examining these concepts from a text. They had a hands-on experience that made science more relevant, authentic and engaging. Students often struggle with concepts such as independent and dependent variables, controls, constants, etc because they typically have no real world context. The GrowLab provided this context to them.”
With gratitude,
Mr. Julien
Show Me the Light
Funded Dec 30, 2018The concept of electron configuration is an extremely abstract and subsequently difficult topic to teach because students cannot see electrons moving from one energy level to the next. The spectral tubes provide a tangible and concrete experience that students can connect to the theory. Each spectral tube has a different color which corresponds to a different wavelength and energy level. The students can also use spectroscopes to examine the spectral line emissions. The students tend to be more engaged and enthused when they get an opportunity for hands-on and minds-on learning. Moreover, these principles are foundational for their learning of more advanced chemical concepts. We thank you greatly for making all of this possible.”
With gratitude,
Mr. Julien
This classroom project was brought to life by Con Edison and 2 other donors.Can You Hear Me Now?
Funded Feb 14, 2019In our school we have a diverse group of students who who different needs. We need to differentiate our instruction in order to meet the individual needs of the students. We have a significant population of English Language Learners in addition to students with disabilities. Some students may require videos or animations of the content in order to access the concepts. Some students will perform an online investigation of the content. Absent students may need to watch the lecture from the previous day. The headphones allow the students to access content on laptops or iPads based on their individual needs and / preferences.”
With gratitude,
Mr. Julien
This classroom project was brought to life by Verizon and one other donor.