LibGuides: Education: Web Resources

Web Resources

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National Education Association (NEA)
"The National Education Association (NEA), the nation's largest professional employee organization, is committed to advancing the cause of public education. NEA's 3 million members work at every level of education—from pre-school to university graduate programs. NEA has affiliate organizations in every state and in more than 14,000 communities across the United States."
Florida Department of Education
"[The Florida Department of Education] work[s] hand in hand with parents, teachers, educators and community members to improve Florida's education system for students of all backgrounds and abilities."
Florida Education Association (FEA)
"The Florida Education Association is the state’s largest association of professional employees, with more than 120,000 members. We are affiliated nationally with the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), the National Education Association (NEA) and the national AFL-CIO."
Florida Teacher Certification Examinations Information
The Florida Department of Education provides resources related to the Florida Teacher Certification Examinations (FTCE) including requirements, information guides, and an overview of competencies and skills.
PBS Learning Media for Teachers (Florida)
"Created in close collaboration with educators and subject matter experts. Our resources span eight subject areas plus professional development, grouped by grade bands to help you quickly find high-quality materials."
Instructional Resources from the U.S. DoE
The U.S. Department of Education provides "[a] collection of instructional resources for educators, administrators, and school leaders."
Annenberg Learner
"As part of its mission to advance excellent teaching in American schools, Annenberg Learner funds and distributes educational video programs – with coordinated online and print materials – for the professional development of K-12 teachers."

The Characteristics of Effective Learning

This program offers an overview of the characteristics of effective learning, looking at playing and exploring, active learning, and thinking creatively and critically.

Creative and Critical Thinking

Creating and thinking critically involves young children becoming able to use their minds to process all the information they’re taking in. This program consists of five short videos that look at creative and critical thinking in childhood.

St. Declan's and the Magic Chair

This program takes viewers inside an innovative school in Dublin, Ireland where children who have been failed by mainstream education discover self-confidence and their own unique abilities. Meeting each student as their needs require, inspired teachers unlock the children’s trust and passion for learning with empathy and kindness.