Weblinks Library

The Association for Science Teacher Education

ASTE brings together teachers, teacher educators, scientists, science coordinators and supervisors, and informal science educators to develop, research and promote quality science instruction. This website provides information about professional development opportunities, upcoming events, and current research in science education.

The California Science Center

This website provides educators information about what exhibits and activities are currently available at the Science Center as well as information on science curriculum and instruction.

Exploratorium: The Museum of Science, Art, and Human Perception

Educators can search through the digital library for curricular and instructional materials such as lessons, demonstrations, experiments and digital media for use in the science classroom.

Rubric Builder: Proficiency Scale Bank

This FREE database gives you access to sample standards scales, scales based on common core standards, and assessment items designed to assess each level of the scale. The scales and items in this database were developed by teachers, schools, and districts, as well as Marzano Research Laboratory. There is a LOGIN page that includes an opportunity for you to sign up for GUEST ACCESS. Click the Sign Up button, and you will be directed to a page to sign up. After signing up, you will be directed to the Search page. Guest access allows you to search and view sample scales and assessment items.

Classroom Tools

Various FREE ready-to-implement researched-based tools. When you visit this page, look at the last three sections: Observational Protocol (teacher reflecction), Resources for the Classroom (miscellaneous activities), and Reproducibles (from Robert Marzano's "Classroom Strategies" series).

Camino Nuevo High School

Would you like to know who we are? Check us out at our website to find out more about our school, the staff, and our students.

Project Based Learning Resource List

The ASCD website is an incredible resource for education topics such as 21st century learning, assessment and grading, differentated instruction, English language learners, whole child, and more. This link is a list of online resources from ASCD addressing project-based learning.

21st Century Skills

Would you like to incorporate 21st century skills into your project? This link is a list of FREE online resources from ASCD (articles, books, publications, videos, etc.) addressing 21st century skills. The ASCD website is an incredible resource for education topics such as 21st century learning, assessment and grading, differentated instruction, English language learners, whole child, and more.

Assessment and Grading

Questions around designing authentic assessment and grading for your projects? This link is a list of FREE online resources from ASCD (articles, books, publications, videos, etc.) addressing assessment and grading. The ASCD website is an incredible resource for education topics such as 21st century learning, assessment and grading, differentated instruction, English language learners, whole child, and more.

Differentiated Instruction

Differentiated instruction (scaffolded, enhanced learning) is a key element in creating an authentic "discovery/inquiry" experience in PBLs. This link is a list of FREE online resources from ASCD (articles, books, publications, videos, etc.) addressing differentiation. The ASCD website is an incredible resource for education topics such as 21st century learning, assessment and grading, differentated instruction, English language learners, whole child, and more.

Building Academic Vocabulary

Building academic vocabulary gives students the language to successfully navigate an enhanced learning experience in project-based learning. This link is a list of FREE online resources from ASCD (articles, books, publications, videos, etc.) addressing academic vocabulary. The ASCD website is an incredible resource for education topics such as 21st century learning, assessment and grading, differentated instruction, English language learners, whole child, and more.

English Language Learners

English language learners also need specific tools so that they can successfully navigate an enhanced learning experience in project-based learning. This link is a list of FREE online resources from ASCD (articles, books, publications, videos, etc.) addressing English language learners. The ASCD website is an incredible resource for education topics such as 21st century learning, assessment and grading, differentated instruction, English language learners, whole child, and more.

Integrated Curriculum

Project-based learning often involves integrating curriculum across disciplines. This link is a list of FREE online resources from ASCD (articles, books, publications, videos, etc.) addressing integrated curriculum (distinct from interdisciplinary curriculum). The ASCD website is an incredible resource for education topics such as 21st century learning, assessment and grading, differentated instruction, English language learners, whole child, and more.

Inclusion and Special Education

Students with physical, mental, and developmental abilities need specific tools so that they can successfully navigate an enhanced learning experience in project-based learning. This link is a list of FREE online resources from ASCD (articles, books, publications, videos, etc.) addressing inclusion and special education. The ASCD website is an incredible resource for education topics such as 21st century learning, assessment and grading, differentated instruction, English language learners, whole child, and more.

ASCD: Learn. Teach. Lead.

The ASCD website is an incredible, abundant FREE resource for many education topics such as 21st century learning, assessment and grading, differentated instruction, English language learners, whole child. This website also provides information about professional development, conferences, and programs. While many of the resources on this site are FREE, official ASCD membership provides increased access to excellent resources and opportunities.

CCSA: California Charter Schools Association

Interested in learning more about charter schools? CCSA advances the charter school movement through state and local advocacy, leadership on accountability, and resources for member schools. This website provides information about professional development opportunities (primarily through annual conferences) and resources for starting and running a charter school.

Kagan Strategies

Kagan strategies, based on brain-based research, increase student achievement by increasing student engagement. These strategies require low preparation and are ready to implement in existing lessons. The link is for a FREE online magazine that features a single Kagan strategy (rotated seasonally), teacher tips, and training opportunities. The majority of the EXCELLENT resources are available through purchase, but well worth the investment. All departments and grade levels at our site have embraced Kagan Cooperative Learning as a resource for strategies to scaffold learning and increase student engagement.

What Project Based Learning Isn’t

A brief video highlighting what project based learning shouldn’t look like (according to High Tech High).

Marzano Research Laboratory

Educators can search through this website to find resources (free and for purchase) about instruction, assessment, leadership, classroom management, and practical strategies in the classroom to engage student learning and increase student achievement. Dr. Robert Marzano is a leading researcher in education; his work is featured, among many other researchers, through ASCD.

Prezi: Not Your Grandparent's PowerPoint.

Free for educators, Prezi is a storytelling, presentation software tool that is based in the “The Cloud.” Stand aside, Powerpoint; Prezi has zooming capabilities that enhance any presentation, whether for educators or students.

21st Century Tools: Ready to Use in the Classroom

Curriculum 21 contains a huge clearinghouse of FREE, teacher-vetted web tools for you (and your students) to use in shaping the classroom for today. Support student understanding by implementing technologies that will allow them to compete in the global market. You can find many tools specific to content, grade level, types of social media, and more.