Global Resources & Materials
Dear Community:
Through this difficult time of disconnect we are making it a high priority to continue to be a resource for our community. Each week we will send out emails with resources, fun articles, and an array of good news.
During this time of social distancing we want to hear from all of you. Join the conversation by sharing articles, resources, tools, and tips for our community.
Parents – How are you balancing work, home, and now school life with your kid(s)? What tips, tricks, or schedules are using to keep your family organized?
Teachers – What resources, technology are you using to educate your students? Do your students have adequate technology and internet access? What materials or needs to you have for you and/or your students?
- Bringing the Outside In — Here are a few of my picks for connecting to the world. It’s mostly geared towards parents, but teachers may find some of the resources useful.
- Online Teaching Resources — This collection includes iOS apps recommended to colleagues for basic tasks. It’s not a comprehensive list as we wanted to keep things fairly simple. Planning resources, articles of interest, and general teaching resources are also included. We highly recommend joining this Facebook group and looking at the folder of continuous learning plans put together by international schools. Our international school friends have been leading the #remotelearning life for a while now and we can learn a great deal from them.
- Step Guide to Zoom — Here’s a step guide to hosting and joining Zoom video conference meetings on a computer and iPad. We included a few other resources and tips for success.
Want to share? Email your tips, tricks, and free resources to Hannah Gerth, Global Ed Manager OR share on our facebook page – World Affairs Council – Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.
Globally yours,
Michelle, James, Ellie, & Hannah
Resources & Materials
COVID-19 Resources for Kids & Families
With all the news about COVID-19, it can be hard to know what to say to children and it can be difficult to know how to ease their concerns.
Learn how to help you ease your child’s anxieties and help them learn to handle scary situations.
CET will provide more information on the virus and prevention measures you can take, visit CDC’s website, and PBS’s Resource page for COVID-19.
Class Materials from Department of State
The Department of State has gathered 9 diplomacy simulations, where students can negotiate global challenges ranging from migration to wildlife trafficking.
Learn more about the topics and download the free simulation materials.
Explore the World From Home
All the Museum Exhibits, Symphonies, and Operas
As the world adjusts to a more homebound lifestyle—at least for the time being—cultural institutions are opening their doors to the internet, allowing people to enjoy their art, music, and more from across the globe.
Whether you’re taking a virtual tour of the Musée du Louvre, perusing the works on view at the Georgia O’Keefe Museum, or watching the Metropolitan Opera perform Carmen, there’s plenty to explore online.
These 5 National Parks Offer Virtual Tours
You can still get your fill of the great outdoors, even if you have to stay inside. Experience some of the country’s best national parks — from Florida to Alaska — right from your couch.
Luckily, Google Arts & Culture has teamed up with five national parks in the U.S. so people can enjoy the beauty of the natural world while sitting safely on their couch. These parks feature different climates and environments from across the country, including famous desert vistas and snowy terrains.
Over 30 Virtual Field Trips
The World Affairs Council of Maine created a list of 30 virtual field trips for students learning from home.
Enjoy the San Diego Zoo, the only zoo in the United States that has Pandas, take a trip to Mars and visit the Yellowstone National Park!
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