Tag Archives: PYP

KHAN ACADEMY PRACTICE EXERCISES CORRELATED TO RIT

Dear Teachers and Parents, Here is an wonderful resource provided by NWEA  and Khan Academy Khan PDF 2-5 Feb_2016 This document correlates MAP® sub-goals and RIT ranges to Khan Academy® exercises. The Khan exercises are interactive problems for students with instant … Continue reading

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How do we construct meaning?

One reoccurring question from parents and teachers new to PYP is usually about math: Why don’t we use text books to teach math. I usually answer with another question: How do children learn math? Now that usually brings the conversation … Continue reading

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Minecraft and Education

Importance of Play in schools One of the current trends in the field of education is gamification. It is defined: the application of typical elements of game playing (e.g., point scoring, competition with others, rules of play) to other areas … Continue reading

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Welcome back to School

The beginning of a new academic year is always filled with excitement, anticipation, and curiosity. This year at KIS we introduce a well revised Programme of Inquiry that will add scientific inquiry; methods and hands-on learning engagements, into our Units … Continue reading

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