Looking a course to keep you engaged this summer? Here is a list of online courses for teachers this summer. The list was put together by Teach Thought. Possible courses include technology courses, a course in getting ready for the AP Chemistry test, and many others.
This Is Not a Test by Courtney Summers. A story in the vein of Lord of the Flies. Five teens are trapped inside their high school as zombies try to break in. But the teens inside start to turn against each other. Who will survive this battle?
There is even a course on becoming a better chess player (for those who want to take the trophy from Aaron Fisher).
BOOK TIP: Testing
Since the library has been taking over by AP testing this past week, a few books on TESTING.
Standardized Test: Opposing Viewpoints This book looks at the pros and cons of standardized testing and their role in education and the college process.
Confessions of a High School Word Nerd edited by Arianne Cohen and Colleen Hinder. This book promises to increase your SAT score while laughing your gluteus off. It is a compilation of ten essays that incorporate words found on the SAT Verbal test.
The Testing by Joelle Charbonneau. 16 year old Cia is chosen to take The Testing in order to attend University. However, she realizes that those who don't pass The Testing are disappearing. A futuristic, dystopian adventure.
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