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20+ creative alternative homework ideas for teachers

When giving homework, it must always be based on learning goals your students have to reach, just like in your lessons. But it’s sad to see that lots of teachers are using homework as extra lesson time. Of course, as a teacher, you’re on a clock. But that doesn’t mean your students have to suffer from it and keep working on those boring textbooks and worksheets at home.

Consider goals like attitudes, real-life experiences, and practice, physical exercise, social encounters, creative solutions, and philanthropy as crucial as your lesson goals. These are things students don’t just pick up in your classroom. These are things they pick up in life.

In this blog post, I’ll give you some innovative homework ideas that will engage your students more. These alternatives to traditional homework will thereby also teach your students new things that can’t be taught in the classroom. You will find a variety of homework ideas: online and offline.

I will mention homework alternatives for primary school and high school. Some of these ideas can be changed a little bit, so they are the perfect fit for the right audience.

20 Creative homework ideas

You can divide homework tasks into the following themes or categories:

• Crafts & arts
• Outdoor activities & outings
• Games and activities
• Physical activities
• Digital or computer activities
• Philanthropy & social work

💡 Good to know : all the ready-to-use homework activities are created with BookWidgets . You can easily create activities like these yourself or duplicate an activity below for free, edit it if needed, and share it with your students. You can do so in the examples separately, or you can find all the homework examples in the BookWidgets Blog group folder .

Crafts and arts homework

1. prepare a dish from a recipe book.

2. Make a board game

3. Create a birdhouse

4. Transform a fictional book character into a hand puppet

Outdoor homework activities and outings

5. coupon game.

Students can also go grocery shopping with their parents. Here, they have to read the ingredients of the products and help their parents choose the healthiest products for the best prices, figure out the best deal between the sizes of items, …

6. Visit the zoo

7. Visit the local dumping ground or container park

8. Build a tree house

Games and activities as homework

9. bookwidgets games.

10. Minecraft

11. Play Cards

12. Play Zoo Tycoon or Rollercoaster Tycoon

Physical homework activities

13. rope skipping.

Many rope-skipping songs let your students do different tricks while rope-skipping. This is an excellent opportunity for homework as well. Ask your students to transform a rope skipping song into a song with lesson content. Let them count or spell or even sum up the different states or capitals. To engage their lifestyles even harder, you can additionally give them the assignment to create a TikTok in which they are jumping and singing.

Click here to see how you can get Tiktok more involved in the classroom.

14. Walking quest

If there aren’t any walking quests in the neighborhood, you could ask your students to create a walking quest like this for their fellow students. What a fun day it will be!

15. Obstacle Quiz

In order for students to answer the questions, they have to run and pass a challenging parkour. This is a fun homework exercise, and in the end, it’s a great lesson starter or lesson end.

16. Swimming games

After the activity, they can fill out an Exit Slip:

Digital or computer homework activities

17. create a picture album.

This teaches them to handle the online software, add pictures and write without spelling mistakes. And of course, creating memories is so much fun!

18. Video job application

19. Your life in 10 minutes - video

20. Email pen-pals

Is it still too complicated? Read the messages from your students, before they send them, and provide them with some feedback.

Philanthropy and social homework

21. grow a community garden.

22. Help in a retirement home

23. Help at a homeless shelter

24. Collect litter

Here’s another homework tip: Don’t call homework “homework”. Call it a challenge. Homework has become a negative word for students, and I bet they start rolling their eyes as you even mention the word.

Still looking for more inspiration? Check out the blog on short films and lesson activities that spice up your Google Classroom . Tip: even if you don’t use Google Classroom, there is a lot of inspiration back here.

Above you have read single assignments. But, you also have the option to involve your homework in a project. Find out more here .

So, as I mentioned earlier, there are many fun alternatives to traditional homework. Now it’s up to you to apply this in the classroom as well. In this folder , you will find all the examples you have come across.

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6th September 2020

Creative Homework Ideas

How can you create homework assignments that build on the day’s lessons and encourage creative, student-led learning? It’s a challenge for most teachers, especially as motivating pupils to complete homework can add a whole extra layer to your lesson plans. But it’s essential to bridge the gap between teacher and student learning –  the skills gained through independent study reinforces knowledge from your class, as well as a host of other benefits:

• Extended learning time – outside of the constraints of the school day, students are free to learn at their own pace and in their own environment.
• Independent learning – vital skills for exam preparation and higher education
• Teaches students to be resourceful and to overcome challenges independently.
• Gives students the freedom to be creative in their learning, gain valuable problem-solving skills and confidence in their own abilities.

Tips For Setting Creative Homework

• Plan independent learning both in and out of the classroom – you can monitor students effectiveness and address issues that may arise in the classroom before they become problematic for pupils at home.
• Don’t leave homework assignment to the end of the lesson, rushing through the task might leave some students confused which inevitably leads to a lower homework completion rate. Write plenty of time for explaining homework assignments into your lesson planning – read our Beginner’s Guide To Lesson Planning here
• Homework should to not too easy nor not too hard, offering pupils a challenge that reinforced the topics learnt during the day
• Give room for creative expression – allowing students to add their own diagrams, decorations or chose their own project topics from a selection. 
• Try using peer or self-assessment to mark homework – a double whammy of reducing your workload and allowing pupils to take control of their own learning.
• Include timings and explicit steps for completing more complicated assignments, especially for pupils that you anticipate might struggle. Comprehension of the task is the biggest hurdle in getting pupils to work on an independent basis.
• Self-driven projects, posters, creative tasks and research are more exciting than standard comprehension tasks and might encourage pupils that find sitting and writing dull or hard to complete the homework set – give students the freedom to learn and be creative in their home study.
• Provide specific instructions and internet safety reminders for research-led assignments. It’s very easy for children to find research overwhelming with a vast amount of information available online. Provide suggested websites and links in your homework to keep things on track!
• Don’t introduce a new topic for homework – keep it to topics that you’ve already covered in class
• Taking note of the subjects that excite and engage your class and set homework accordingly – try keeping dryer topics and  for the classroom so that you can monitor engagement
• Mark work promptly – essential to keep students motivated to complete work in their own time!
• Offering students the opportunity to select the homework that they would like to do from a selection guarantees a higher rate of completion. We’ve seen some teachers create grids or sheets of homework assignments for the pupils to select, or offer baskets of activities for younger children to take home and complete with an adult.

Creative Homework Ideas For All Ages

Coming up with innovative ways for students to reinforce their knowledge at home can be difficult – many of these ideas would be suitable for lots of subjects with a little tweaking!

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15 Innovative School Homework Ideas to Make Learning Fun

Aashita Pillai

Aashita is a writer here at Suraasa and has formerly worked as a Teacher Mentor for a couple of years. She wields words like weapons to help readers get clear and concise information.

Introduction

General tips to keep students hooked to school homework, 15 innovative school homework ideas to engage your students, theme a: arts and crafts, theme b: physical and outside activities, theme c: digital activities, theme d: games, theme e: entrepreneurship.

“Hi teachers! I am your old friend, School Homework. Over time as education changed, so have I— thanks to the endless innovations that happened to me.  Let me take you through my life and the various innovations that made me your best friend- I was born in the 1920s to help students reinforce what they learned in class. Until the 1980s, I was basically just pen-and-paper-based assignments.  The Internet was born in 1983. From there onwards, I made my stride into the ‘digital era’.

Until the beginning of 2020, I was slowly being integrated within online platforms and technology to help students learn better. Then at the onset of 2020, the world plunged into the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools shifted to a ‘remote learning’ mode of education. During this pandemic, you and I became very crucial in ensuring the continuity of our students’ learning. You all embraced creative approaches to keep the students engaged. You leveraged interactive games, virtual simulations, & more to make me engaging. Gone are the days when you, my dear teachers, would limit your homework to worksheets, textbook questions, literature reviews, and reports. Today as we stand here in 2023, there is no limit to innovative and exciting homework formats! Well, that’s from me. See you in the classrooms!”

So teachers, we heard from homework about how it has evolved over time. As it said, many innovative ways have come up to reinforce our students' learning. So, are you ready to make your students fall in love with these new school homework ideas? Let’s begin with understanding some general tips to keep your students engaged with their school homework.

1. Make it Relevant and Meaningful 

Connect the school homework to their lives, interests, or current events to make it more meaningful and relatable. For example, if it’s Christmas time, you can ask your students to explore the themes of charity, storytelling, etc.

2. Give Them a Choice

Allow students to have some choice and autonomy in their assignments. Ask them to select the format (e.g. written format in the online medium, oral format in the offline medium) in which they want to submit their homework. When they feel a sense of ownership, they are more likely to be motivated and engaged. This is how you become a 21st-century teacher who uses differentiated learning. 

3. Celebrate Their Achievements

When children get appreciated for their achievements or good behaviour, it boosts their self-confidence. It encourages them to repeat those actions. This creates a positive learning environment. They are more likely to deliver results when appreciated for their actions. Hence, you can celebrate their achievements via small rewards, recognition or a display of their work in class.

Let's move to the next part of this blog, where we will share innovative school homework ideas that will turn mundane homework into engaging learning sessions!  After assigning any of these innovative homework ideas, you might never hear students’ innovative excuses to avoid homework! To give you a quick run-through, these ideas have been grouped under some common themes. Under each theme, you will learn how to use 3 ideas listed alongside relevant examples to comprehend it completely. Come along as we give the ratty old homework a MAKEOVER!

By infusing the joy of arts and crafts into school homework, you can tap into the innate curiosity and imagination of your students. And you never know, you might end up being the person that shaped the next Da Vinci! So, let’s get right into it:

1. Create Your Storybook

We all have heard stories. We have loved them and adored them. So why not give our students a chance to write one?  After the students submit their storybooks, you can review their stories and give personalised feedback. Such feedback addresses each student’s individual needs, strengths, and areas for improvement. This fosters a student-centric learning environment.  Let's look at a few examples to understand this school homework approach more closely:

2. Make Your Own Board Game

Do you remember the joy of gathering around a table, rolling a dice, and playing Snakes & Ladders? As kids and even as adults, many of us love spending our time playing board games.  Now, picture becoming the teacher that integrates school homework with a board game! Students can design board games and incorporate artistic elements into their theme, board layout, cards, etc. They can become architects of fun and learning!

Let's look at a few examples to understand this school homework approach more closely:

3. Construct a Birdhouse

Now, let’s tap into the sweet nostalgia of DIY(Do it Yourself) Projects. It could be something as simple as bedsheet forts or something a little more complex like a birdhouse 🙂 Won’t it be wonderful to watch your students feel a sense of accomplishment when they build their own handmade creations?  Let’s focus on the idea of constructing a birdhouse. By assigning students this homework, you’ll additionally be encouraging kinesthetic learning . 

Let's look at a few examples to understand this school homework approach more closely: 

Students love spending their time outdoors. Assigning school homework that requires them to be outside is a big plus! It will also help them apply what’s taught in class in real-life situations and promote active learning.

4. Participate in a Scavenger Hunt

Everyone loves a good old mystery! Give your students the chance to be modern-day ‘Sherlock Holmes’ as they set out on scavenger hunts.  Let's look at a few examples to understand this school homework approach more closely:

5. Maintain a Physical Activity Journal

In this digital age, where mobile and laptop screens often dominate, the majority of the students lead sedentary lifestyles. School homework which encourages physical activity, can be a game-changer! And what better than maintaining a physical activity journal that helps with it? Additionally, it will also promote the healthy habit of having an active lifestyle among students.  Getting students to journal can seem tough, but with the right motivation & incentives, it can be done. Additionally, this can also be a fun summer holiday homework, where students can keep track of their activities all summer! Encourage them to document their daily exercise triumphs. Push them to go beyond their own records! Ask them to explore science concepts- BMI, heart and pulse rates, diet, and nutrition! Once you do this, exercise will not just be about breaking a sweat anymore. It will also be something that incorporates learning! Let's look at a few examples to understand this school homework approach more closely:

6. Conduct a Survey at a Local Supermarket

This outdoor activity is an extremely fun option for school homework. Most kids love running through the different aisles in a supermarket. Introducing a concept like surveys here gives them a chance to do some ‘real-life’ work and also provides much-needed relief to their parents!  Let's look at a few examples to understand this school homework approach more closely: 

In the age of tech-savvy students, we often find parents complaining about the excess screen time with their kids. But what if you could harness the untapped potential in technology? Today's kids are already immersed in the digital world, so why not tap into their enthusiasm and merge it with learning?  Let’s look at some innovative methods of assigning digital activities for school homework:

7. Record a Virtual Job Application

This can be a fun homework assignment for students of all grades. One thing that we often forget as teachers is that school is not just about the present; it's also about the future. But often, we don’t discuss the future. This results in students being almost lost when it comes to their future career opportunities.  This is exactly where this school homework activity helps. Assigning school homework related to professions is a great chance for students to explore their career options. This, in turn, will help them be better prepared for life after school.  Let's look at a few examples to understand this school homework approach more closely:

8. Participate in Online Collaborative Projects

Online projects are a catalyst for active learning and student engagement. They can be a tool for you to create a dynamic learning environment that goes beyond traditional classroom boundaries. Additionally, these activities enhance digital literacy and empower students to leverage technology for learning. Working on online collaborative projects will also help students learn how to function together as a team. This is something that also prepares them for life beyond school, where it’s crucial to learn to work together.

9. Virtual Cultural Exchange

Cultural exchange events open doors to new horizons, offering students a unique chance to explore diverse cultures. By immersing them in new traditions, you develop acceptance, and empathy in your students. You give them a chance to have a broad and more inclusive perspective of the world. Let's look at a few examples to understand this school homework approach more closely:

Game-based school homework is one of the best ways to engage your students. Integrating learning within games creates a powerful synergy where education and entertainment merge seamlessly.  It’s time to tap into your students’ natural love for games and leverage it!

10. Use Minecraft as a Learning Tool

Ah, Minecraft! A name that brings back memories of endless adventures in pixelated landscapes. It’s a game that is a nostalgic reminder of our childhood.  But did you know that Minecraft can be more than just a game? It can be a powerful learning tool to level up the educational experience of your students.  💡Learn how to leverage Minecraft to make your classrooms more engaging! Let's look at a few examples to understand this school homework approach more closely:

11. Encourage Role-Playing Games

Lights, camera, action! Role-playing games(RPGs) let students step into the shoes of a character and bring lessons to life. Even though RPGs are not typically classified as games, their unique blend of learning and fun makes them ideal for educational purposes.  You can assign students to act out roleplays based on a historical event, scientific concept or work of literature. They can develop characters, write dialogues, and present this to the class. Let's look at a few examples to understand this school homework approach more closely:

12. Online Challenges

You can introduce online challenges like coding of varying difficulties for different grade levels. Platforms like Scratch or Code.org can be helpful for this purpose. Coding challenges offer hands-on experience to students. It allows them to practice coding concepts and algorithms in a practical and engaging manner.  Let's look at a few examples to understand this school homework approach more closely:

In today's competitive world, students who embrace innovative thinking and an entrepreneurial mindset stand out. As a teacher, you can nurture these qualities in your students via thought-provoking school homework. Such assignments can ignite students' passion for problem-solving, creative thinking, and strategic planning. Let’s look at some of the ideas below.

13. Pitch Your Business Idea

Have you watched shows like Shark Tank or Billion Dollar Buyer? Have you been completely captivated by the business pitches on these shows? Now, imagine doing the same for your students— unleashing their entrepreneurial spirit. It’s time to bring the hustle of the business world into your classrooms! Encourage students to develop a business idea and create a persuasive pitch. They should research their target market, competitors, and unique selling points. In fact, students can present their pitch using multimedia tools, such as slides or videos, highlighting the problem they're solving and the value their business brings. Let's look at a few examples to understand this school homework approach more closely:

14. Design a Mobile App

Smartphones have become an integral part of our lives. Think about the countless hours that you spend on your smartphone, exploring different apps that make your life easier. This is a practice growing like fire amongst kids as well and is cause for serious concern! What if they spend time on their phone and learn at the same time? This homework assignment encourages students to apply their creativity and technical skills to develop a concept for a mobile application. Additionally, you can also assign this as a holiday homework assignment and let students go wild with learning during summer! Let's look at a few examples to understand this school homework approach more closely:

*Technologies like designing mobile applications can be too complex for the primary school. Hence, we focus on this idea only for middle and high school students.

15. Set up a Stall at the School Fair

This homework acts as an Introduction to Business 101 class for students of all grade levels. Students get to decide what stall to put up, then work on the logistics and finally manage the stall and finances on D-Day. This will teach students real-world skills and give them a feeling of ownership. Let's look at a few examples to understand this school homework approach more closely: 

Grade-Specific Tips to follow while Preparing School Homework ‍

1. primary school students ‍.

• Keep it Interactive and Hands-on Younger children thrive on tactile and interactive experiences. Incorporate more of arts and crafts, storytelling, etc., to make homework enjoyable for them.
• Use Visuals Vibrant colours will capture their attention and make tasks visually appealing.
• Keep it Short Primary school students have limited attention spans. Give them small tasks that they can accomplish in a limited timeframe. ‍

2. Middle School students ‍

• Offer More Choices Middle schoolers are often teenagers already on the precipice of changes beyond their control. They will appreciate having some control over their learning. Allow them to choose topics or formats that align with their interests.
• Incorporate Technology Middle school students are often technologically savvy. Utilise online resources, interactive platforms, and digital tools to make homework more engaging and relevant to their interests.
• Encourage Independent Research Foster their curiosity by assigning research-based projects. Encourage them to explore various sources and present their findings in creative ways. ‍

3. High School Students ‍

• Encourage Critical Thinking and Analysis High schoolers are capable of higher-order thinking skills. Assign tasks that require critical thinking, problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Encourage Self-expression Offer creative assignments that allow them to express their thoughts, opinions and ideas. Remember that they are young adults finding their voice in a loud world. Encourage them to write essays, create multimedia presentations, or engage in spirited debates.
• Push for Practical Application Assign tasks that connect to real-world situations, allowing them to see the relevance and importance of their learning. ‍

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In a world where school homework is generally met with students’ whining, you can use these approaches to turn it into a gateway for innovation! By infusing ideas such as game-based learning, digital activities, and arts and crafts, you can help students engage with school homework meaningfully. This will foster a lifelong love for learning among your students, ultimately helping them succeed in and beyond the classroom. Want a short compilation of all the amazing school homework ideas? Click the button below

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13 Fun Homework Ideas: The Best Ways To Make Homework Fun For Kids Quickly & Easily

Ellie Williams

Figuring out how to make homework fun can be a tricky task for parents.

Does it feel like you’re constantly nagging your kids to do their homework? If your answer is yes then worry not as we’ve all been there! It’s natural for parents to want their children to progress and do well in school, but after an entire day of paper, pencils, and books many youngsters will resist getting on with their homework – and that’s putting it mildly!

Top Tips To Make Homework Fun:

• Work together
• Use rewards and incentives
• Sort them a snack
• Make it visual
• Try different learning apps
• Set up a homework play date
• Turn it into a game
• Let them play teacher
• Use a timer
• Create a special homework space
• Remember to be positive
• Get help if you need i t

Thankfully, there are ways of making homework less boring and that little bit more fun for your child. Whether they need to practice spellings, learn their times tables or revise for an important exam, our top fun homework ideas will help you to magically take the ‘work’ out of homework.

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1. Work together

Adults often work best in the company of others, and the same can be said of kids, so why not sit with your child while they’re studying and get on with some of your own work or life admin?

Whether you’re returning emails, doing your online banking or organising the next primary school PTA fundraiser, creating a shared workspace and modelling focused work is a great way to spend quality time together while they complete their homework. Win-win!

Quick win : Whilst your child is tackling their fractions homework, you could sit down with them and take a look through your finances or even test yourself on the work that your child will be doing in their SATs .

2. Use rewards and incentives

Rewards and incentives are great when it comes to getting your children to follow your household rules and routines, and homework is no different. Things like stickers or the promise of time on their iPad or games console for slightly older children can all work wonders in getting them to do their homework without a battle.

Quick win: For every few questions they answer they could get a minute of screen time!

3. Sort them a snack

Let’s face it: A hungry child is an unfocused, unmotivated and unhappy child.

Most children come out of school ravenous, so let them nibble on a nutritious after-school snack while they get on with homework; things like popcorn, apple slices, grapes, flapjacks, or crackers and cheese are all great snack options.

If you’re feeling a bit more adventurous, Netmums has a list of healthy after-school snack ideas and recipes to try.

Quick win: One of the best brain foods for kids is a nice and crispy apple! So when your child is craving something sweet just cut up an apple and let them munch away.

4. Make it visual

Help to eliminate the late night ‘Oh, I forgot to do that’, and create a weekly homework chart so your child can see what they have to do each day and check off each homework ‘To Do’ as it’s been completed.

Again, Pinterest has some great free printables to help keep kids organised. Get them involved by letting them colour it, or decorate it with their favourite stickers, and pin it up somewhere at their height, where they will see it easily every day as a reminder. Some exciting new stationery and colourful pens might help too.

Quick win: An easy way to make homework fun is to grab a piece of paper and get your child to draw out and decorate a ‘homework chart’ consisting of 5 days. Stick it on the fridge and add a sticker to each day after they’ve done their homework, when they’ve collected 5 stickers they get a treat!

5. Try different learning apps

If your child prefers to be online, there are some great online apps around that children will have fun using, yet encourage learning too. Here are our favourite free maths websites for example. Speak to your child’s teacher too and see which apps the children use in school so you can support what they’re doing at home.

Quick win: One of our favourite apps that makes homework fun is Times Tables Rockstars!

6. Set up a homework play date

Holding a homework playdate where your child can invite one of their best school buddies over to do homework together can be a great way for them to learn and make sure the work gets done, especially slightly older primary children.

Plus, it’s likely that their parents will be delighted!

Younger children may need a bit more support and guidance but can still gain a lot from the experience of learning together with a friend – think of this as a mini-educational play date for them – with a special tea afterwards of course!

Quick win: Let your child and their friend play for a while, and then get them to work through their homework with the incentive of a yummy ‘tea party’ when they’ve completed all of their homework.

7. Go outside

If the weather allows, create a comfortable outside study space and allow your child to do their homework outdoors.

The fresh air can help kids with their concentration if they’ve been stuck in a classroom all day, and studies also show that being outside, closer to nature, can increase productivity. The reward of a quick game of Frisbee or a kick-around of a football between tasks will help them stay motivated too.

Quick win: Check out this fun outdoor maths activity for some inspiration of ways you can make homework fun. 

8. Turn it into a game

Who said home learning had to be boring? If children enjoy what they’re learning, they’re more likely to remember what they’re being taught, so turn their learning into a fun game. Using sweets like Smarties to help with maths and number work can turn the experience from a chore into a treat. If they get the right answer, they get to eat some!

Another trick that you can use when your child is learning spellings is to write them in foam or in magnetic letters. It sounds simple, but  we can guarantee that it will make homework a lot more fun for your child.

These maths games for kids and times tables games are a great place to start.

Quick win: If you’re looking for some fun homework ideas then check out this simple multiplication activity you can do at home, it’ll even get in one of your child’s five a day!

9. Let them play teacher

Make another fun homework game by creating your own mini-classroom and letting your child step into the role of teacher.

Have your child explain a concept to you as a teacher, as you, or their sibling, plays the role of the student. This game works particularly well with subjects that require theory, like Science for example, as it will improve their understanding of the concept and build logic and reasoning skills.

Quick win: Make homework fun by getting your child to choose their favourite teddys and toys and setting them up in their own mini classroom. Start off with registration, ‘mummy’ ‘present’, ‘mr teddy’ ‘here’ etc. You’ll soon notice that your child is growing in confidence regardless of the topic as children love playing teacher!

10. Use a timer

Some children may have difficulty working for prolonged periods of time without a break, so using a timer can be great for getting them to complete homework without the whining. For example, if your child is given 20 maths problems for homework, you can say “Complete the first 10 questions then we’ll take a 5-minute break, then complete the next 10 questions”.

Many children will need a mental break and will work more effectively when given the opportunity to take one. At the end of the task, they get to pick an activity of their choice. If your child gets easily distracted, a timer game can work well to keep them focused on the task in hand.

Quick win: Put the timer on your phone so that your child can see the countdown whilst they’re working.

11. Create a special homework space

A special study space can make homework more fun and help motivate your child to get it done! Choose a space in your house that’s least likely to distract your child, and create a simple, organised, and kid-friendly homework HQ.

You could hang up some of their artwork above the desk, and have all their school essentials nearby so everything is close to hand.

Quick win: Make sure that they aren’t surrounded by things that will distract them. Televisions and iPads are a no go at homework time!

12. Remember to be positive

Remember to always be upbeat and positive about school and the importance of their homework. Give your child lots of praise and encouragement about how well they’re doing to help them stay motivated and on track.

Quick win: After every homework session spend five minutes talking through what your child has accomplished. If you’re running out of activities to do, have a look at our list of home learning packs – all free to download.

13. Get help if you need it

Homework can be frustrating if your child doesn’t understand the material or gets bored easily. If your child is struggling, get them some expert help!

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72 Creative Ways for Students to Show What They Know

Toss that Test Aside! Innovation Presentation Ideas (projects for high school students or elementary students)

As we all know, students already get plenty of tests, so why not let your students show what they learned creatively? 

Whether your students are reading independent books or your class has just finished a unit on space or pioneers, a culminating project can really cement that learning. Whether you’re focused on building academics or building character, we have some great ideas!

Here are 72+ fun and creative activities for students to show what they know, including presentation ideas, simple service projects for schools, and community service projects. 

• Create a poster
• Make a PowerPoint presentation
• Design a model
• Make a shoebox diorama
• Use a 3-panel display board
• Make a timeline
• Create a board game incorporating key elements
• Write a poem
• Write and perform a skit
• Make a TV or radio commercial
• Make a collage
• Make a mobile
• Create a test about the topic
• Make a word search
• Make a crossword puzzle
• Write a report
• Create a flow chart or diagram
• Write an interview of a relevant person
• Create questions and an answer key
• Write journal/diary entries
• Write a postcard or letter exchange
• Create a scrapbook
• Create a photo album
• Make an instructional video
• Give a presentation
• Create an interactive notebook
• Create a set of task cards
• Make a pamphlet or brochure
• Write a newspaper article
• Perform a puppet show
• Hold a debate
• Hold a mock court case
• Create an episode of a reality show
• Create a game show
• Have a panel discussion of “experts”
• Compose a rap or other song
• Use a Venn diagram to compare two aspects of the topic
• Design a comic strip about the topic
• Create a children’s story about the topic
• Create a map
• Write a fable or myth about the topic

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• Create a help wanted ad and a letter/resume to answer it
• Write a text message dialogue relevant to the topic
• Write a series of tweets relevant to the topic
• Create a Facebook wall relative to the topic
• Create a Pinterest board relative to the topic
• Start a blog
• Decorate a box and fill with relevant objects
• Create a foldable
• Create a flip book
• Create a Cootie Catcher
• Create a cereal based on the topic (cover a cereal box)
• Assemble a time capsule
• Create several bookmarks about different aspects of the topic
• Write a recipe relevant to the topic (good for showing causes of an event)
• Do a newscast
• Write an acrostic poem
• Create an Internet scavenger hunt
• Write an advice column with several problems related to the topic
• Create flash cards or trivia cards
• Create a cheer relevant to the topic
• Make a short documentary film
• Create a museum exhibit
• Create a top 10 list relevant to the topic
• Create a simple video game
• Make a “Choose Your Own Adventure” story
• Create a mini book with one fact/idea per page
• Create a glossary of relevant terms
• Make a paper chain with a different fact for each link
• Make a flower with a different fact for each petal
• Write a handbook or instruction book
• Create a newsletter
• Design a mural related to the topic
• Create a quiz show-style game for classmates to participate in
• Build a diorama using LEGO bricks or other building materials
• Develop a trivia board game related to the topic
• Create an infographic to illustrate key concepts
• Design a 3D model or sculpture using clay, cardboard, or other materials
• Create a short animation or stop-motion video about the topic
• Organize a class art gallery featuring artwork inspired by the topic
• Make a digital storybook or eBook on the topic
• Write a series of short stories or a novella related to the topic
• Create a virtual reality experience or simulation about the topic

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• Organize a school supplies drive for a local school in need
• Set up a creative activities workshop for students at a nearby preschool or kindergarten
• Create a community service project focused on environmental conservation
• Partner with a local food bank to organize a food drive
• Volunteer at a local food pantry to help distribute goods to those in need
• Plan a school-wide clean-up day to beautify the campus
• Organize a clothing or toy drive for a local children’s shelter
• Develop a tutoring program for younger students in need of academic assistance
• Coordinate a school-wide recycling initiative to promote sustainability
• Host a charity fundraiser event to support a cause important to your school community

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7 Ways To Make Homework Fun For Back To School

Whether you are heading back to school or have been back for a bit, perhaps you are tired of the same old same old homework. Hopefully, you’re coming back with some new energy. Why not infuse that into creative, new activities that you send home with students to consolidate skills? 

Here’s how to make homework fun!

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Fun homework ideas for the whole year

One of the things that keeps homework from getting stale is to have a variety of activities and approaches. This does three things:

• It keeps students from getting bored with a fill-in-the-blank worksheet every single day
• It provides options for students to draw in different skills and learning styles
• It allows you to practice the same skill in multiple ways. 

Here are some creative ideas to put into the mix. 

Homework bingo

At the beginning of the week give students a bingo card with different activities related to your focus on a particular subject. For example, a phonics bingo card might include activities like: make a list of at least 10 words with the long e sound, sort the list of words into groups based on how the long e sound is spelled, write sentences using 5 long e words, draw pictures of 5 of our long e words and label them, look around your house for long e words (books, labels, sign, clothing, etc.). Instruct students they need to do five activities this week. If a word list, a game, or other resource is useful for completing the activity, you can attach it to the bingo card. You can even use the same card for more than a week. Let students know if they can repeat any activities or have to do all new ones in week 2.

Cootie catchers

Do you remember these folded paper playground games? You might have called them fortune tellers or chatterboxes. Kids still love them, and they are a great way to practice phonics or math. Cootie catchers can be a two-person activity (students can practice with a friend or somebody in their home), but they can also be used individually. 

Make a poster

Have students make a poster about a specific topic or something they learned. For example, students could make a poster illustrating with examples the different ways to spell the oo sound. Hang the posters in the classroom. 

Math card games

Card games can be a fun way to practice math. I’ve used math card games to build math fluency, practice adding on, and come up with different ways to get to the same number, among other things. You can find some step-by-step math card games here. If students don’t have playing cards at home, you can print out number cards to work with. 

Phonics card games

When it comes to card games, math might come to mind first because playing cards have numbers, but you can print word cards for any word list you are using for students to use for phonics card games. You can have students sort the word cards based on certain criteria. Or they can play classic games like Go Fish or Concentration. Some games, like Go Fish, only work with another player, but some like concentration or sorting games can work for individuals. 

I use task cards in lots of ways. I put math task cards in my math station, use them as a morning warm-up, have them available for early finishers — and I use them for homework. Send a stack of them home at the beginning of the week and have students complete them all by the end of the week. 

Mix it up worksheets

I mentioned at the beginning that creative activities saved students from the boredom of worksheets, so I wanted to be clear. I’m not anti-worksheet. Worksheets can make home practice easy on teachers, students, and parents. The key, I think, is to have a variety of options when it comes to worksheets, so students are not doing the same thing day after day. Maybe one worksheet has them fill in the blanks, but another has them unscramble words or match words to a picture or cut and sort. There are so many homework ideas in worksheets alone. 

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Creative Homework Ideas For Your Students

Setting appropriate homework tasks is a big part of your teaching role. Setting homework is an opportunity to ensure that your students have absorbed the lesson and can apply what they've learnt to individual study. Homework allows students to reflect on your teachings and broaden their understanding of a particular subject or topic.

However, motivating your class to view homework this way might be something of a challenge! Most young people find settling down to complete homework outside of school hours challenging. If the task feels overwhelming or difficult or seems monotonous, they might just go through the motions of getting it done rather than giving it their full energy and attention and completing it the best they can.

So how can you ensure students' love of learning continues outside the classroom and that they not only give their all to completing homework but actually enjoy it too?

By getting creative with the work you set and thinking about how you can engage and motivate students to complete their homework, you will undoubtedly see better results.

Here are some excellent homework ideas to help encourage creative, student-led learning.

Exciting, engaging homework ideas to keep your students paying attention

Write their own lesson plan.

If you want to give your students a chance to step into your shoes for the day, why don't you ask them to create their own lesson plan around a topic they've learnt about or are about to learn? This will give them a chance to showcase their knowledge, do research and think creatively. You'll also learn more about how your students like to work and what would make a good lesson from their perspective, which could help inform how you shape your lessons in the future.

Write a speech or story from a different perspective

If your students are learning about a famous historical figure or studying a classic text, why not get them to think about different perspectives? You could ask them to embody someone influential from a particular period or a character from a play or story and write a speech or story from that person's point of view.

Create a board game

Gamification is always a fun idea to try to inject energy into the classroom, and getting your students to create their very own board game is a fantastic way to keep things fun while also getting them engaged in their learning. Games could centre around a particular topic; they could be quiz-based, matching games, or number games - let them get as creative as they like. You can then have fun in class playing the best ones too.

Go on a treasure hunt

As a fun homework task that will get your students out and about, ask them to go on a treasure or scavenger hunt, finding certain things that are related to your topic. For younger children, this could be as simple as collecting leaves, flowers, or twigs they might find in their local park, or particular shapes or colours, but older children can benefit from this kind of task too by setting more complicated challenges.

Create a collage

Creating collages can be a fun and interesting way for students to demonstrate their learning, improve their research skills and use their creativity and imagination and can be based on a variety of different topics so they work well across lots of subjects. Encourage them to stick cutouts, fabrics, tickets, photographs, and any other relevant materials to make up their collages, and then they can take turns presenting these in class.

Film a video

If your students are older and have mobile phones, you could set a video-making task for them to do at home. This could involve interviewing friends and relatives about a topic or filming themselves talking about a specific subject, or answering a particular question. Students could share their videos in class and will love being able to use their phones in school for once!

Create a crossword

Get your students to think creatively about questions and answers by asking them to create their very own crossword puzzle, using the material you've taught them in class as a basis. You can ask them to bring all their crossword puzzles into class and then swap them with each other to see if other students can fit the answers in correctly.

Find fun facts

Almost every subject has weird and wonderful facts surrounding it. Did you know, for example, that the word 'hundred' derives from an old Norse term 'hundrath,' which actually means 120?! Or that water can both boil and freeze simultaneously? Encourage your students to find the most obscure or interesting facts about the subjects you are teaching them, and then you can all share your findings in class.

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Creative Homework Ideas

Learn Bright Lessons include many creative ideas for classroom instruction and student learning. Students are asked to work independently or with their peers, fostering their collaboration skills. Of course, the lessons also include many traditional learning exercises. Such as, multiple-choice questions, matching, fill in the blank responses, and others. Since every school and classroom is different, any lesson used with students can be adapted.

Whether you are assigning homework based on Learn Bright lessons or your own school’s curriculum, the homework you assign is essential for learning. Some schools across the country have banned assigning homework to students while others limit the amount each night. If you do assign homework, there are several creative ideas you can use that will motivate your students to complete the homework you assign.

Creative hands-on learning activities and other similar learning ideas in the classroom are quite effective. They can be just as effective at home as well for a wide variety of subjects and assignments. In every student’s home, there is “stuff” and other resources that can be accessed to help students review a concept taught at school. Here are a few samples for different subjects:

MATH – Multiplication Facts

 Students use the numbers that appear on product labels and multiply them together. Not only do they get multiplication practice, but they may also be introduced to a food label in a new way. It encourages the students to read food and other product labels. In this way, they can relate what they learn in class to the real world. Showing them when they will use these concepts in their everyday lives.

SCIENCE – Solids, Liquids, Gases

Students conduct a home or neighborhood search for items that are solids, liquids, or gases. For example, they can open the refrigerator and list milk, juice, and other beverages as liquids. The containers, butter, veggies, and more as solids. Carbonated drinks can be listed as containing gas. You can ask them later about eggs or Jell-O and other items that may be both solid and liquid. This reinforces their learning by allowing them to explore and use their creativity to complete the assignment.

SOCIAL STUDIES – Older Adult Interviews

 Students may be studying topics in history from the past 50 to 100 years. With this exercise, they interview an older adult who lived through the event that they are studying. They obtain opinions and feelings related to the event. They also confirm (or dispute) facts the students have been taught. Finally, they discuss how the person was affected by the event. This gives them a deeper understanding of that event and shows them the value of primary sources.

LANGUAGE ARTS – Parts of Speech Search

Students practice identifying the seven parts of speech while at home. They do this by listing examples that are used during family conversations or those words found on product labels.

Describing Things

Students use each of the five senses to write descriptive sentences related to things at home or in the neighborhood. The aroma of dinner, the sound of cars passing on the street, the sight of moving tree branches, the feel of a parent’s hug, or the taste of a spicy meal. This allows them to connect the lesson to the real world. It allows them to think about their surroundings in a new and interesting way.

READING – Read and React

Students are asked to read aloud a passage from their favorite story or novel. Next, they ask family members or close neighbors for their reactions and opinions about a character/event from the passage. Students record the information and discuss it with the listener. This illustrates that different people may notice different things while reading. It gives the student a chance to practice discussing literature from a young age.

MUSIC – Favorite Music  

Students will listen to a parent or other family member’s favorite genre of music. Then, list the instruments they hear, share their opinions of the sound, and discuss other artists from a particular era. This encourages them to engage with the music on a level they normally would not.

ART – Art Critic

Nearly all homes include some type of painting, picture, or sculpture on display. Students take a photo of an art piece in their home and share their opinion of the art piece with a family member. They can discuss the age of the work of art, how it adds to the room’s décor, why it’s significant to their family, and more. Students will gain valuable practice analyzing images and thinking about art with this homework assignment.

HEALTH – Food Search

The students conduct a food search, identifying healthy versus unhealthy foods. Next, they list reasons why they may be considered healthy or unhealthy, and reviewing food labels. This teaches students to think about what they eat. Hence giving them a fun and interactive activity to do for homework.

There are many, many more creative homework ideas you can use for at-home assignments for your students. Think outside the box when assigning homework. Practice incorporating interactive elements so that students aren’t just sitting at their desk. Try to create and develop assignments that kids will want to do. Avoid the assignments that kids simply have to do. Think of the real-world applications for your lesson material as inspiration and build your homework assignments around that. Creative homework assignments can be fun and, at the same time, teach and enhance subjects introduced in the classroom.

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Summer homework may start as early as elementary school, but you don’t have to do it the way it’s always been done! Veteran educators like third-grade teacher Alycia Zimmerman have spent time thinking about how to make summer homework meaningful and interesting enough that students buy in—and even want to do it.  

Read on for Zimmerman’s summer homework game plan and ideas for how to make summer assignments more fun for everyone.

1. Try a New Student Meet and Greet

If possible, meet your incoming students before summer break (even if it’s virtual!) to instill the importance of summer learning.

At the end of the school year, coordinate with the teachers of your incoming students to swap classes for a period. Introduce yourselves to your future students and build excitement for the fun and challenging learning ahead and the very “grown-up” summer homework you will assign.

“We’ve been far more successful in instilling the importance of our summer assignments when presenting about it face-to-face rather than just sending a packet of directions home cold,” says Zimmernan. “The students sit on the edges of their seats as we talk about the importance of summer reading and our certainty that they will do everything they can to 'keep their brains healthy, pink, and strong’ over the summer.”

2. Emphasize the Importance of Summer Reading

Talk about the best summer assignment of all: diving into books!

Reading should be a treat, not a menial assignment, so Zimmerman doesn’t feel guilty about making reading the bulk of her summer homework. Here are some of her most effective strategies for promoting summer reading:

Have students fill out a log  to keep track of the books and other texts they read over the summer. It isn’t necessary to require a certain number of books or specific titles. Simply ask that they find books they love and spend lots of time reading them.

Have your current students write book reviews of their favorite titles to send home with your rising students. Invite your current students to serve as reading ambassadors and speak to the younger students about the importance and joys of reading. When coming from slightly older peers, the message is very well received.

And of course: Sign your students up for the Scholastic Summer Reading Program ! From May 9 to August 19, your students can visit Scholastic Home Base to participate in the free, fun, and safe  summer reading program . As part of the program, kids can read e-books, attend author events, and keep Reading Streaks™ to help unlock a donation of 100K books from Scholastic – distributed to kids with limited or no access to books by Save the Children. 

3. Share Fun and Educational Activities

Direct your students to fun (and educational) activities.

When considering other homework, the best options are activities that students will be motivated to do because they’re entertaining. 

Give your incoming students the “everything is better in moderation” speech so they understand that they shouldn’t play hours of computer games every day this summer. If possible, send them home with printable and book-based packs to polish their skills for the year ahead (you can even pair these with your own assignments): 

4. Connect Through the Mail 

Stay connected with your students over the summer through cards.

Giving incoming students the opportunity to connect with you and with each other can motivate them to complete summer assignments. Here’s one plan for connecting via letters:

Have your incoming students mail you a letter of introduction. Explain that you want to hear about their summer activities, their hobbies, their families, and anything special they want you to know before the school year begins.

When you receive letters from your students, send a postcard back with a brief response. Tell them a bit about your summer plan, and let them know you can’t wait to see them in the fall. 

Encourage them to write again!

You can also pair up students and have them write to each other over the summer. In September, they can bring their pen pal letters to class to display on the bulletin board.

Take advantage of everyone’s increasing familiarity with virtual resources by connecting online, too! Post a short video, article, or question once a week on your classroom's online platform, and invite both incoming students and rising former students to write their thoughts in the comments section. Be sure to moderate their comments and enjoy their back-and-forth dialogues as they engage with each other.

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5 alternatives to homework (that help teachers out, too)

Amanda Clark January 10, 2019

What a dilemma homework can be! When you mention it, you probably hear grumbles from the crowd. And let’s be honest, grading is also probably not your favorite task as a teacher. Maybe you assign a lot, maybe you assign a little, or perhaps you don’t believe in homework at all.

How about a compromise?

Some experts argue that working at home decreases motivation, but experts also agree that quality homework has benefits, too.

Did you know that there are many alternatives to homework that don’t require just filling in bubbles and worksheets? If you’re interested in finding some non-traditional homework that your students will be thrilled to complete, explore these sweet homework alternatives.

1. Get busy with projects

Research suggests that projects can increase students’ motivation and benefit learning outcomes . So why not allow students to work on projects at home?

Not only do projects appeal to students more than homework, but they also save teachers valuable prep time. When I integrated project-based learning into my curriculum, it relieved some significant stress (for them and for me).

I enjoyed telling students that their only homework was to continue their projects. Then I’d provide them a set due date for chunks of the task. So, yes, they still had to regulate their time and do independent work at home, and I had to keep tabs on them and guide them along the way. But they had more freedom to manage their time and exercise their creative muscles.

The projects also still require work on the teacher’s behalf. As you’re aware, you can’t just tell them to do their projects at home without clear expectations, or without grading. However, once you set the proper guidelines, you’ll open up some time for yourself to grade a stack of papers in the meantime.

You could also incorporate progress checks or have a specific project task that you check the next day. Students could even earn a homework grade for staying up to date with their projects. There are many ways you can integrate projects into your homework plan, but the above techniques have worked for me.

I highly recommend assigning projects for homework because they also influence the work ethic in class. How? Students would often buckle down on their project in class when it came time to work on it — because if they didn’t, they knew they’d have to complete more at home. Other kids even appeared to genuinely enjoy working on these assignments!

Ask yourself this: Would you rather work on a scrapbook that documents the Revolutionary War or complete a multiple-choice worksheet on the subject?

Projects for homework are simple assignments, but you do have to give the students some guidance and a timeline of expectations. Check out these five project-based learning ideas to get you started.

2. Assign educational video games

My students loved education video games, and I frequently assigned them for homework ( gasp! ).

My students enjoyed playing Spelling City to practice spelling and vocabulary, and Grammar Gorillas was another hit that hammered down the parts of speech.

Do you remember any educational video games from when you were growing up? I used to love an online geometry game that was based on billiards. Honestly, that game and the Pythagorean theorem are all I remember from geometry.

Classcraft is another educational video game-like platform that makes for excellent homework play. Students can go home and complete a quest, which is basically a curriculum-based task assigned by their teacher. The alluring graphics and avatars might make parents double-check their kids’ laptops, but just like Spelling City and Grammar Gorillas, this educational platform is legit.

3. Read what you love!

I live in Marion County, Florida, and the school system recently made headlines when superintendent Heidi Moore decided to cut traditional homework for the lower grades.

Instead of completing homework, students had to read a book of their choosing each night. This decision was based on research that there are few (if any) benefits to doing homework until the higher grades.

So why not assign 20 minutes or more of reading a night? When your students ask what they should read, tell them this is entirely up to them — and watch as their jaws drop! Odds are that more of them will read if you give them a choice as opposed to flinging them a dusty copy of Great Expectations . I still love that book, and assigned reading certainly has its place in the classroom — but so does student choice.

If you’re concerned about checking up on the reading, you have a few options: Have a parent sign a sheet to verify that their child read that night, or have the kids come in and write a paragraph about what they read the night before.

Could they cheat the system? Sure. But you might be surprised to find that students who are given a choice of what to read will actually follow through and do as you’ve asked. This makes sense since various studies have found that intrinsic motivation trumps extrinsic motivation.

As long as kids are reading, who cares if they’re busting out Captain Underpants or endless editions of Animorphs ? Reading is reading.

4. Learn some necessary, PRACTICAL life skills

When I was in graduate school for teaching, I took an educational trip to New Zealand . Why? It turns out this country has one of the top middle school philosophies in the world.

One of the lessons I took away was from a teacher who had an excellent (and innovative) homework idea. Students received what looked like a Bingo card, and it had random homework assignments on each square. Students had a month to complete all of the tasks. These squares didn’t include multiple-choice tests or hundreds of questions about Shakespeare, but rather life skill activities and project-based assignments.

Some tasks were to do the laundry, write poetry in the woods, interview an elder, and propose a sustainable invention.

It was a brilliant idea.

5. Take a legit break and play

One of my favorite homework assignments that I gave my students is to go out and play. Yep, you read that right. You might be scratching your head in wonder, but there are times when I firmly believe that students need a break.

I didn’t assign this every single night, obviously. However, I commonly assigned it at the end of each quarter when students had just finished midterms, big papers, projects, or other intensive work.

Like teachers, students need a break. You know the look — glassy, eyes, irritable temper, and tired expressions. Assigning them to write a paper on grammar at home was not going to benefit anyone. But telling them to go home and play gave them a spark in their eyes. It also encouraged them to come to school the next day ready and eager to learn again, with renewed energy.

Adults don’t function well on burnout, so why should we expect kids to?

And for younger students, the power of play is essential. Yet with increased standardized testing and after-school activities, kids don’t have a lot of time to play.

So that’s right — one alternative homework assignment is to get some air and take a breather. And this “assignment” isn’t just for the kids; it’s for you, too.

Perhaps you can go home and relax as well. Brain breaks are necessary for everyone — regardless of your age.

Why not give these homework alternatives a try?

Regardless of your school’s policy on homework (or your own), you might be able to find some ways to squeeze in these alternatives to traditional homework to keep everyone happy and learning.

You might feel that traditional homework assignments still have a valid place in your classroom, and you’re totally right! But maybe try implementing a different type of homework task here and there to keep things fresh.

So, give it a try see how it goes! You might be surprised by the positive outcomes.

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If you’re looking for a fun group project for 4 or more kids, wacky abstract word art activity is just the ticket. Offering  writing practice  and grammar review, this isn’t your average art project.

Kids practice building sentences with different parts of speech, then create paintings of the silly mad-lib sentences they come up with. In an unexpected fun twist, at the end they get to rip up their paintings and arrange them into wild and unique abstract collages.

Autobiographies

In this fun project, you ask the students to detail their life history in an interesting tone. To avoid monotone, ask them to only include those events in life which they consider adventurous or unforgettable. 

Ask them to highlight emotions rather than timeline. 

You can add a twist to the exercise by asking them to write their ideal future life in an epilogue.

This project will focus on verbal communication skills. 

Ask the students to select a book or excerpt from a book to read. You can assign a genre to keep the communication streamlined. 

Students can take turns to give a short review of their reading together with their viewpoints about it. They can talk about the moral values of the characters or change endings or events to discuss if the plot becomes more entertaining with these changes. 

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Class Magazine

This is a perfect project for all classes in middle and high school. You can take it to the next level by asking the whole school to start a competition for the best class magazine. 

You can ask your class to select a theme of environmental, health, literary, or societal topic. 

Then ask them to gather all skills; idea-generation, writing, design, and presentation. You will get the most benefits if you make it mandatory for every student to produce content for one page of the magazine. (You can include the advertisement activity within the activity of class magazine.)

Comic Strip 

This is another extensive project that will not only win the hearts of your students but also allow you to assess their creative capabilities. 

Ask them to illustrate interesting events from their lives, or imagination, in the form of comic strips. 

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This activity is similar to the comic activity given above. The only difference is the increased detail that is required in drama writing. An absence of images adds the obligation on the students to describe scenes and expressions. 

Again, students can describe any life event from their reality or imagination. 

You can later ask the students to act on the best dramas to improve their verbal and non-verbal communication. 

Paper Mache Activity

In this messy yet super fun project, students make paper mache futuristic Earths or other imaginary planets as described in science fiction.

This was my cross-curricular activity based off of our Literature reading of  Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?  and a unit topic in English about the environment and recycling. Of course, you can do paper mache for any lesson or unit that you have!

This article gives you the step-by-step instruction on how to do paper mache in the classroom!

Editorial/ Fan Letter

Editorial is one of English project ideas most suitable for high-schoolers while fan letters work for learners from all English expertise levels. 

Ask your high-schoolers to analyze a societal issue that is close to their heart. Next, they need to define the problem from the viewpoint of aggrieved parties. Ask them to write out the problem and get it published in a local or national newspaper. 

(Be ready to proofread and edit the piece before they send it to relevant personnel.)

Younger students can write fan letters to their best actors, authors, and singers. 

This is another English project which will combine societal, and practical, understanding with English learning. In this project, the students will learn problem-solving skills. 

Ask them to understand a societal or scientific problem. Once they have understood and defined this issue, they have to provide a solution to this problem. 

In the end, they have to present their solution together with the need which gave rise to it in front of the class. (You may want them to include a video presentation with visual effects .)

This activity is one of my students’ favorite s not only because it’s fun but also because it facilitates their learning. I tried this project on two literature readings I had before (The Prince and the Pauper by Mark Twain and Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe) and both achieved the same fantastic end.

In this project, students are tasked to illustrate the setting or a specific part of the book in the form of a three-dimensional miniature scene. Students will pick a favorite scene from the story they are reading and decide how they want to represent it using the materials given (above) and a variety of design strategies.

This writing exercise contains the most fun among all the given projects. You will excite their creativity as well as their inner critic.

Start by inquiring about the literary work which fascinates or inspires them most. 

Ask them if they can add humor to that piece. Let them edit a single character or scene or if they want they can give a humorous outlook to the whole plot. 

Fables 

This open-ended English writing project will ask the students to select one event in their life. This event should be intriguing as well as contain a life lesson. 

Then, they have to retell this piece in third person pronoun. Ask them to keep the tone conversational as well as engaging. 

In the end, ask them to write a conclusive moral of the story. 

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Self-Portrait Project

These self-portrait ideas were part of a short project that went really with my middle school ESL class so I thought I’d share them with you.

My students were able to come up with three products in one activity: a mind map, a self-portrait and an essay. The unit topic was about “Identity” or “Personality” but I guess this will work for general descriptive adjectives lesson as well. 

Charts 

If you want to include futuristic touch to your English lessons, include a thing or two from STEM subjects. One great way is to ask them to explain or detail a mathematical chart. (You can come up with variations in this original plan. For example, you can ask future businessmen to interpret graphics related to market studies.)

See, if they have enough vocabulary and concepts to comprehend and convey the message to their fellows. 

Fictional Pen-Pals

Just like fan letters, this activity asks the students to write letters to their favorite characters in fictional and non-fictional worlds. 

Ask them to pinpoint the era, region, settings they like most in a given novel or historical account. Next, they would show interest in one of its characters and the reason for this interest. 

In the end, they need to write a letter to this character praising or advising him/her regarding his/her role in the piece. (You can reply on behalf of that character if you think the point made by the student inspires further dialogue.) 

Book Trailer Project

Book Trailer Project  is a digital storytelling activity for middle school or high school students after they finish reading a book. Students need to take the key idea from the book to create a short video that persuades people to check out a book they have read.

Doing the book trailer project requires students to summarize, synthesize and analyze the book and put that analysis in their trailer. Furthermore, having students create book trailers is a great way to incorporate  technology in the classroom  and encourage reading. Thus, book trailer project is a great alternative to boring book report assignments, and can easily be done individually or in groups.

So these are some of creative English project ideas you can use in your English class to prompt your students to express their creativity and language skills. These are fun, practical, and learning-inducing. 

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90 Creative Ways to Present a Project in Elementary Classrooms

Gone are the days when learning was confined to reading textbooks, listening to lectures, and answering questions. Today, educators and parents seek innovative approaches to inspire curiosity, creativity, and a deeper understanding in young minds.

One of the most effective ways to achieve this is through creative projects that allow students to express what they’ve learned uniquely and personally. These projects enhance understanding and foster a love for learning that extends beyond the classroom walls.

Understanding the need for such dynamic educational tools, we’ve compiled an extensive list of 90 creative presentation ideas tailored for elementary students . This collection is designed to cater to a wide range of subjects, from the intricate details of science and the broad timelines of history to the expressive depths of literature and the vivid expressions of art.

Whether you’re an educator looking to bring your lessons to life or a parent searching for ways to help your child complete their school project, this list offers a wealth of ideas to transform learning into an adventure.

90 Ways Students Can Creatively Present Their Projects Organized by Learning Style

These fun presentation ideas accommodate varied interests and learning styles , from constructing detailed dioramas to producing engaging digital slideshows, writing and performing puppet shows, or creating interactive quizzes.

They encourage students to explore, inquire, and present their findings or understandings in ways that resonate with them personally, making learning a truly enriching experience. Teachers and parents can choose a project that will engage students based on their preferred way of learning.

Visual Learners

For our visual learners, who grasp concepts best when they see them come to life, a picture can be worth a thousand words. They thrive on the energy of vibrant posters, comprehensive mind maps, or carefully crafted storyboards that illustrate their ideas in vivid detail.

By incorporating infographics, drawing comics, or designing colorful PowerPoint presentations, we give these students the tools to showcase their understanding in ways that light up their eyes and the entire classroom.

• Comic Strip : Students create a series of illustrations to tell a story or explain a concept. Have them use speech bubbles to show dialogue between characters.
• Diorama : Building a three-dimensional scene to represent a historical event , ecosystem, or story setting.
• Digital Slideshow : Use software to compile images, facts, and short text to present information visually.
• Art Gallery : Students create artworks inspired by their studies and set up an exhibition.
• Timeline : Construct a visual timeline with significant events or discoveries related to the subject.
• Model Building : Create scale models of buildings, historical sites, or scientific concepts.
• Photo Essay : A series of photographs that tell a story or document an event with captions.
• Collage : Assemble a piece of art by combining various materials, images, and texts on a canvas.
• Interactive Map : Design a map with parts that can be moved or interacted with to reveal information.
• Infographic : Create visually engaging representations of data or information.
• Mind Map : A visual diagram that connects information around a central concept.
• Museum Exhibit : Set up displays that include artifacts, information tags, and interactive elements.
• Animated Video : Produce a short animated story to explain a concept or narrate a historical event.
• Flashcards : Design cards with visual cues on one side and information or questions on the other.
• Vision Board : Create a collage of images and words representing goals or learnings .
• Stop Motion Film : A video made by photographing physical objects in small increments to show movement.
• Architecture Design : Sketch designs for buildings or cities that relate to a specific period or style.
• Symposium (with visual aids) : Present short speeches supported by visual aids like posters or a slide show.
• Documentary : Film a documentary-style video exploring an aspect of the subject in depth.
• Interactive Notebook : Craft a notebook with visual and interactive elements like flaps and pop-ups.
• Augmented Reality Display : Use AR technology to create an interactive experience related to the subject.
• Virtual Reality Experience : Develop a VR scene that immerses the user in a historical, scientific, or imaginative setting.
• Origami : Fold the paper to create models representing figures or concepts from the study.
• Fantasy Map : Draw a detailed map of a fictional world, including geographical features and landmarks.
• Chalk Art : Create large drawings on pavement or boards to illustrate concepts or themes.
• Lego Construction : Build scenes or models related to the subject using Lego bricks.
• Board Game Creation : Design a game with rules and objectives that teach or reinforce the subject matter.

Auditory Learners

For those students who absorb information better when it’s heard, auditory learners flourish when given the chance to express themselves and their learnings through sound.

Encouraging them to create podcasts or audio recordings of interviews with historical figures (portrayed by classmates, of course!) can allow these students to harness the full potential of their auditory skills.

These learners might also excel by composing songs or raps about their subjects—turning the rhythms and rhymes of knowledge into music that sticks with them long after the lessons are over. Sharing these auditory projects creates a symphony of voices and sounds that cater to their learning style and enrich the entire classroom.

• Music Performance : Compose and perform a song related to the study topic.
• Podcast : Record an audio program discussing the topic or interviewing a “character.”
• News Report : Act as a news anchor and present facts or stories related to the topic.
• Interview Role Play : Pretend to interview a historical figure or character, focusing on oral communication.
• Poetry Reading : Write and recite poems that explore themes or information about the subject.
• Language Cafe : Simulate a cafe setting where phrases, songs, and conversations in a studied language are shared.
• Soundtrack : Create a collection of songs or musical pieces representing different aspects of the topic.
• Public Service Announcement : Record a PSA to inform or persuade listeners about an issue related to the study.
• Debate : Participate in a structured argument focusing on a topic, developing oral communication skills.
• Symposium (with oral presentations) : Deliver presentations or speeches that delve into different aspects of the subject.
• Puppet Show : Design and perform a puppet show, focusing on the auditory storytelling aspect.
• Cooking Demonstration (with verbal instructions) : Explain and demonstrate a recipe, emphasizing verbal instructions.
• Quiz Show : Host a game show where students answer questions about the topic aloud.
• Book Trailer : Create an audio or video trailer for a book, focusing on compelling narrative delivery.
• Newscast : Produce a video or audio newscast with updates and reports on a significant event or topic.

Kinesthetic (Tactile) Learners

With their hearts on their sleeves and hands eager to explore, Kinesthetic learners thrive in environments that encourage movement and hands-on experiences.

It could be as simple as a Scavenger Hunt , where learners dash to find hidden facts around the classroom, or as elaborate as a Living History simulation, where they embody figures from the past and reenact pivotal moments. For the child who can’t keep still, let them construct their own Interactive Model – be it the water cycle or a Roman aqueduct – so they can physically manipulate the pieces to see direct cause and effects.

Teaching in this way, we cater to their tactile love for learning and bond, laugh, and grow together..

• Science Experiment : Conduct a hands-on experiment and demonstrate the findings.
• Model Building : Engage in creating detailed models that require manipulation and assembly.
• Cooking Demonstration : Prepare a significant dish for the study, focusing on the tactile experience.
• Dance Routine : Choreograph and perform a dance that interprets a historical event or concept.
• Fitness Routine : Develop a series of physical activities inspired by the study topic.
• Nature Walk Presentation : Collect samples or observations from nature, then present findings through physical displays.
• Craft Project : Create crafts related to the topic involving cutting, gluing, and assembly.
• Herb Garden : Plant and maintain a garden with plants relevant to the study.
• Puzzle Making : Design and solve puzzles or riddles that incorporate elements of the subject.
• Escape Room : Create a physical space with puzzles and tasks that teach or reinforce knowledge.
• Invention Prototype : Build a prototype of an invention that solves a problem related to the topic.
• Fashion Show (with costume creation) : Design and model costumes that reflect a historical period or culture .
• Sensory Box : Assemble a box filled with items related to the topic to touch, smell, and explore.
• Kite Making : Design and fly kites that incorporate symbols or themes from the study.
• Birdhouse Construction : Build birdhouses as part of a study on birds involving woodworking skills.
• Geocaching Adventure : Set up a real-world treasure hunt with clues related to the subject.
• Product Design : Invent and model a product that could solve a problem studied.
• Upcycling Project : Transform recycled materials into new creations related to the topic.
• Magic Show (with physical tricks) : Perform magic tricks that illustrate principles or facts of the topic.
• Fashion Design (creating outfits) : Sketch and possibly create outfits based on a specific era or culture.
• Survival Guide (with practical skills) : Compile a guide with skills necessary for a specific historical period or scenario.
• Signature Dish (cooking) : Prepare and present a historically or culturally significant dish.
• Interactive Storytelling (with movement) : Tell a story that involves audience participation and physical activity.

Reading/Writing Learners

For the young minds that find solace in the written word, the beauty of reading and writing unfolds in a world where they can express their deepest thoughts and wildest imaginations.

We instill the love for prose and poetry by guiding students to pen their personal journals, helping them understand that each sentence they write is a step towards self-exploration and reflection.

• Storybook Creation : Write and illustrate a book that narrates a story or explains a concept.
• Journal : Maintain a journal from the perspective of a historical figure or during a scientific inquiry.
• Travel Brochure : Design a brochure that provides information about a place using persuasive and descriptive writing.
• Scrapbook : Compile a scrapbook with written captions, descriptions, and reflections on the topic.
• Biography Presentation : Research and write a biography of a significant figure, focusing on a written presentation.
• Advice Column : Write responses to hypothetical questions from historical figures or characters.
• Webpage Design : Create a webpage or blog with articles, posts, and essays on the subject.
• Newspaper Article : Create a newspaper-style article about the topic.
• Social Media Profile : Develop a profile for a historical figure or concept, focusing on written content.
• Social Media Post : Create a series of social media posts from the perspective of a historical figure living with today’s pop culture.
• Email Exchange : Simulate email exchanges between characters or figures, emphasizing written communication.
• Field Guide : Assemble a guide with descriptions, drawings, and observations about a specific topic.
• Memory Game (with written facts) : Create a game where matching pairs involve reading text to find connections.
• Autobiography : Write an autobiography from the perspective of someone living in a different era or involved in a key event.
• Pen Pal Letters : Exchange letters written from the viewpoint of characters or historical figures.
• Greeting Card Design : Create greeting cards incorporating facts or themes, focusing on creative writing.
• Book Trailer (with scriptwriting) : Write and possibly record a trailer for a book, focusing on crafting a compelling narrative.
• Mock Trial (writing scripts and arguments) : Prepare scripts and arguments for a mock trial involving historical figures or literary characters.
• Instructional Manual : Write a detailed manual or guidebook explaining how to do something related to the topic.
• Mathematical Models (with explanations) : Build models to explain mathematical concepts, accompanied by written explanations.
• Interactive Quizzes (with written questions and answers) : Design quizzes that test knowledge on the subject, emphasizing written content.
• Culture Box (with written descriptions) : Fill a box with items representing a culture, including detailed written descriptions.
• Time Travel Diary : Write diary entries like traveling through time to different events or periods related to the subject.
• Zine Making : Produce a mini-magazine (zine) that features articles, drawings, and interviews about the topic.
• Charity Campaign (with written proposals) : Design a campaign to support a cause, focusing on persuasive and informative writing .

By categorizing these project ideas according to learning styles, teachers can more effectively plan activities that will engage all students, recognizing and honoring their individual preferences in learning.

This approach enhances students’ educational experience by making it more accessible and enjoyable for different types of learners. It also encourages students to explore and develop skills across various modalities.

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10 Helpful Homework Ideas and Tips for Primary School Teachers

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Homework ideas… Yep, I’m going there! It is always a hot topic of debate between everyone involved in the education field. Here at Teach Starter , we want to help you ensure that the homework you set meaningful and manageable  for your students, their parents and yourself! Deciding on how to set homework, or whether to set homework at all, can be hard when there are so many different opinions and factors pushing and pulling against it.

Parents, either love it or hate it! Principals and leadership teams, either love it or hate it! Teachers are usually the ones stuck in the middle, trying to balance these external pressures with their own beliefs about homework and what is best for the children in their class. We know that it can be a tricky position to be in…

It’s very easy for teachers and schools to say, the research states that homework is not beneficial so no work will be going home! However, there are definitely aspects of the ‘homework’ concept that are beneficial to children and their parents. This blog will outline some helpful homework ideas and concepts that are suitable for primary teachers.

Homework Ideas for Teachers

Here you’ll find practical ideas, homework activities and printable resources. This collection of homework ideas will help you to send your students home with tailored homework activities that will be beneficial to their learning, reinforcing and practising the skills and knowledge they are currently exploring in class. They are homework activities that will help to inform you about student understanding and ensure that students experience success and a degree of independence, which is so great for their confidence as young learners!

Reading is Essential

Reading for homework each night is a no-brainer! All children should be given the opportunity to take home something to read. This means weekly readers for lower years students to read with their parents and a library book or another appropriate book from home for middle and upper years students.

When I was teaching in the lower years, I provided the students in my class with a homework activity sheet, home readers and sight words at their level. I would always reinforce with parents that if only one thing gets done in the after school chaos that I now know (having school-aged children myself), it’s reading! Reading was always the highest priority.

I found that if students were held accountable for their reading by having to log each time they read with a parent, they were more inclined to do it. Middle and upper years students may also benefit from maintaining a home reading log. Check out our Home Reading Journal  to send home with your students.

Homework Apps

In this day and age, most children will have access to either a home computer or an iPad.

Why not encourage your children to practise their maths and reading skills at home, using apps that they are already exposed to in your classroom?

Mathletics for Homework

Mathletics is a web-based homework scheme that a lot of primary schools are utilising. This app empowers classroom teachers to set activities for homework which their students must complete before students can then go on to choose their own activities. This enables the teachers to set mathematics tasks that are suitable to each students level of ability which is so important when it comes to setting meaningful homework.

Reading Eggs

More and more Australian schools are adopting the use of the Reading Eggs scheme as a homework option. The multi-award winning online reading program for school students has been designed by Australian literacy experts and makes learning essential reading and phonics skills easy and fun. The online reading lessons, activities and books are sequenced to ensure students are working at their level!

Homework Activity Baskets

This idea came to me after writing about English rotations and Mathematics rotations for other blog posts. Why not create a similar concept, but for homework activities? Yes, it would take some time to collate the activities and set up them up, but what a fantastic way to engage your students in levelled homework activities!

• Firstly, divide your class into smaller ability groups, 3 or 4 groups would work. Each group can be given their own coloured homework basket.
• You then fill the coloured homework baskets with activities, games and task cards that the students can take home and play with parents, carers or older siblings throughout the week.
• Each Monday, students return the activity they had for the previous week and choose another one.

Check out our homework basket activities collection  for a range of great hands-on activities that would suit this style of homework set up.

Homework Grids

Homework grids have been around for a number of years now! This is a fantastic concept that can usually take a lot of time for teachers to plan and set up…

Editable Curriculum Aligned Homework Grids

Well, we have done the hard work for you! Check out our editable homework grids, each with matching activities that link with the Australian Curriculum for every year level.

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Editable Spelling Activity Grids

Our editable  spelling activity grids are another fantastic way for students to engage with their spelling words without simply writing them out on a piece of paper or rote learning them.

Homework Folders

Creating homework folders for your students to keep their important homework information in is a fantastic way to encourage a sense of ownership and develop their independence.

Below is an example of what you might like to include in a lower years homework folder including a ring of sight words for students to practise at home.

Middle and upper years homework folders may include their homework grid, reading log and other relevant learning prompts such as editing guidelines, generic comprehension questions, times tables and grammar and punctuation reminders.

Homework Task Cards

Sending home a challenge or a task card with one activity for students to do that week is another way to engage kids in a meaningful task that they can complete with their family members.

We have a range of task cards that could suit this homework style and make great additions to the levelled homework baskets described above.

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Create Homework Booklets Using Teach Starter Widgets

Tailored activities aside, if the above homework ideas don’t really suit what you need for your class and a traditional homework booklet/worksheet is something that you would prefer, we do have a few options that suit your needs! Our Maths Mentals widget can be used to create weekly maths questions for specific year levels. These are a great way for students to practise their all-important mental maths in a homework booklet style.

Communicate to Parents

Sending home a homework information sheet.

After deciding how your homework will look in your classroom, it is important that you communicate this to the parents of your students, especially in the early years. Sending home an information sheet at the beginning of the year will empower your students’ parents and carers, helping them to feel comfortable with how the year will look and what they can expect to be doing with their kids at home.

You may like to use our Editable Homework Information Sheet to give you an idea of what information to send home to parents.

Include Homework Information in Classroom Newsletters

Another way to communicate to parents is by sending home weekly classroom newsletters. Although this seems like a lot of work, once you have the template ready to go, it really doesn’t take long to fill in the bits of information for the week.

By including a simple homework task in your classroom newsletter, you can steer away from the traditional homework sheet, instead providing a relevant and engaging task for your students to complete that week.

You may even wish to set up a show and tell timetable for the students to present their findings or talk about their experiences from homework task each week. This also encourages them to talk in front of the peers and gives you more opportunities to sort out that speaking mark for report cards!

Use our editable classroom newsletter which is available in colour and black and white.

Do you prefer traditional homework styles or new concepts?

Let us know in the comments section of this blog..

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| | --> by Claudia Pesce 381,794 views But ESL students, on the other hand, may disagree. Adult learners will argue that they have busy schedules and a life outside the classroom, which translates into “ ”. Young learners and teens may come to terms with the fact that they have to do homework, but do we want them to do it because they are compelled to do it... or do we want them to do it because they are excited to do it? Which would you prefer? The only way to get young students excited about doing homework, and get adults to set aside some time for it, is through . And here are 5 examples: A Word Book or Vocabulary Journal is a classic among teachers of very young learners who are not adept at using dictionaries; here they have a chance to make their own. Help them design their very own Word Book from scratch, out of construction paper, cardboard, or any materials you have on hand. At the end of a reading task or activity, make a list of the words they have learned for the day. Their homework assignment is to enter each of the new words in their Word Book. The littlest ones simply copy the word and draw a picture of it; older students can use the word in a sentence that illustrates its meaning. There is no need to copy “dictionary” definitions. They may also cut out pictures from magazines or newspapers and get as creative as they like. But one thing is certain… these will be words they won’t easily forget! This is an extremely engaging way to provide extended practice of any grammar point. Say you want your students to practice . Tell them you need information on this year's Oscar nominations. Tell them to go to and give them a list of questions they must answer: You may assign any number of research tasks: ideal places for a family vacation ( ), best restaurants in the city ( ), or anything based on local information. Just make sure you give them a website to go to, a set of questions to answer or a task to complete, and above all don't forget to plan the assignment with a grammar point or learning objective in mind. This is an ideal assignment for adult students. Most read the newspaper anyway, right? Or watch the evening news. Ask them to choose a news story that has piqued their interest, and have them: ”, thus prompting them to use , for example ( ) This is clearly one of the homework assignments that works best with adult learners or those who specifically study . Give them an email to read and ask them to write an appropriate reply. Or give them a situation that would require them to compose a message, like a complaint over a bad service experience or an inquiry into vacation rentals. Choose a TV series that is shown in English, either with or without subtitles (you may ask students to cover the subtitles). Choose a show that is suitable to your students’ ages. Tell your students that their homework for that night will be to watch an episode of , whether they usually watch the show or not. Give them a task to complete after viewing the episode: a synopsis of the episode, a character description, or a questionnaire (Do you usually watch this show? If not, would you start watching it? Why/why not?) Another great way to get students actively engaged in their homework assignments is to ask them to come up with some ideas for creative assignments on their own and share them with the class. They may surprise you! And if you’re still stumped as to which worksheets to assign to , , or , BusyTeacher.org is always available to help, 24/7, with wonderful ideas for activities and great ready-to-print worksheets. If you enjoyed this article, please help spread it by clicking one of those sharing buttons below. And if you are interested in more, you should follow our Facebook page where we share more about creative, non-boring ways to teach English. . That's 4,036 pages filled with thousands of practical activities and tips that you can start using today. 30-day money back guarantee. --> Copyright 2007-2021 пїЅ Submit a worksheet Mobile version Articles / Homework Smart Homework: 13 Ways to Make It Meaningful by MiddleWeb · Published 08/04/2014 · Updated 11/17/2019 In the first installment of Rick Wormeli’s homework advice, he made the case for take-home assignments that matter for learning and engage student interest . In Part 2, Rick offers some guiding principles that can help teachers create homework challenges that motivate kids and spark deeper learning in and out of school. These articles are adapted and updated from Rick’s seminal book about teaching in the middle grades, Day One & Beyond: Practical Matters for New Middle Level Teachers . Rick continues to offer great advice about homework, differentiation, assessment and many other topics in workshops and presentations across North America. Check back in Part 1 for some additional homework resources. I’ve been accumulating guiding principles for creating highly motivating homework assignments for many years — from my own teaching and from the distilled wisdom of others. Here are a baker’s dozen. Choose the ones most appropriate for students’ learning goals and your curriculum. 1. Give students a clear picture of the final product. This doesn’t mean everything is structured for them, or that there aren’t multiple pathways to the same high quality result. There’s room for student personalities to be expressed. Students clearly know what is expected, however. A clear picture sets purpose for doing the assignment. Priming the brain to focus on particular aspects of the learning experience helps the brain process the information for long-term retention. Setting purpose for homework assignments has an impact on learning and the assignment’s completion rate, as research by Marzano and others confirms. 2. Incorporate a cause into the assignment. Middle level students are motivated when they feel they are righting a wrong. They are very sensitive to justice and injustice. As a group, they are also very nurturing of those less fortunate than them. Find a community or personal cause for which students can fight fairly and incorporate your content and skills in that good fight— students will be all over the assignment. 4. Incorporate people whom students admire in their assignments. Students are motivated when asked to share what they know and feel about these folks. We are a society of heroes, and young adolescents are interested in talking about and becoming heroic figures. 5. Allow choices, as appropriate. Allow students to do the even-numbered or odd-numbered problems, or allow them to choose from three prompts, not just one. Let them choose the word that best describes the political or scientific process. Let them identify their own diet and its effects on young adolescent bodies. Let them choose to work with partners or individually. How about allowing them to choose from several multiple-intelligence based tasks? If they are working in ways that are comfortable, they are more likely to do the work. By making the choice, they have upped their ownership of the task. 6. Incorporate cultural products into the assignment. If students have to use magazines, television shows, foods, sports equipment, and other products they already use, they are likely to do the work. The brain loves to do tasks in contexts with which it is familiar. 7. Allow students to collaborate in determining how homework will be assessed. If they help design the criteria for success, such as when they create the rubric for an assignment, they “own” the assignment. It comes off as something done by them, not to them. They also internalize the expectations—another way for them to have clear targets. With some assignments we can post well-done versions from previous years (or ones we’ve created for this purpose) and ask students to analyze the essential characteristics that make these assignments exemplary. Students who analyze such assignments will compare those works with their own and internalize the criteria for success, referencing the criteria while doing the assignment, not just when it’s finished. 9. Spruce up your prompts. Don’t ask students to repeatedly answer questions or summarize. Try some of these openers instead: Decide between, argue against, Why did ______ argue for, compare, contrast, plan, classify, retell ______ from the point of view of ______, Organize, build, interview, predict, categorize, simplify, deduce, formulate, blend, suppose, invent, imagine, devise, compose, combine, rank, recommend, defend, choose. 10. Have everyone turn in a paper. In her classic, Homework: A New Direction (1992), Neila Connors reminded teachers to have all students turn in a paper, regardless of whether they did the assignment. If a student doesn’t have his homework, he writes on the paper the name of the assignment and why he didn’t do it. 11. Do not give homework passes. I used to do this; then I realized how much it minimized the importance of homework. It’s like saying, “Oh, well, the homework really wasn’t that important to your learning. You’ll learn just as well without it.” Homework should be so productive for students that missing it is like missing the lesson itself. 12. Integrate homework with other subjects. One assignment can count in two classes. Such assignments are usually complex enough to warrant the dual grade and it’s a way to work smarter, not harder, for both students and teachers. Teachers can split the pile of papers to grade, then share the grades with each other, and students don’t have homework piling up in multiple classes. There are times when every teacher on the team assigns a half-hour assignment, and so do the elective or encore class teachers. This could mean three to four hours of homework for the student, which is inappropriate for young adolescents. 13. Occasionally, let students identify what homework would be most effective. Sometimes the really creative assignments are the ones that students design themselves. After teaching a lesson, ask your students what it would take to practice the material so well it became clearly understood. Many of the choices will be rigorous and very appropriate. This is one reason I always recommend that, as a basic premise, we avoid Monday morning quizzes and weekend or holiday homework assignments. Sure, there will be exceptions when long-term projects come due. But if we are really about teaching so that students learn and not about appearing rigorous and assigning tasks to show that we have taught, then we’ll carefully consider all the effects of our homework expectations. Our students will be more productive at school for having healthier lives at home. ▶ More resources from Rick Wormeli: Although Rick never mentions the word homework in this article about helping adolescent students improve their “executive function,” you will immediately see the connections! At the AMLE website . NEXT: In our final excerpt from Day One & Beyond, Rick Wormeli shares his approach to homework assessment – with an clear emphasis on maintaining teacher sanity. His books include Meet Me in the Middle ; Day One and Beyond ; Fair Isn’t Always Equal: Assessment and Grading in the Differentiated Classroom ; Differentiation: From Planning to Practice; Metaphors & Analogies: Power Tools for Teaching Any Subject, and Summarization in Any Subject , plus The Collected Writings (So Far) of Rick Wormeli: Crazy Good Stuff I Learned about Teaching Along the Way . He is currently working on his first young adult fiction novel and a new book on homework practices in the 21 st century. Share this: Tags: Day One & Beyond grading homework homework homework guidelines homework policies Rick Wormeli why homework MiddleWeb is all about the middle grades, with great 4-8 resources, book reviews, and guest posts by educators who support the success of young adolescents. And be sure to subscribe to MiddleWeb SmartBrief for the latest middle grades news & commentary from around the USA. 4 Responses Pingbacks 0 This is a really great article. It has helped me tremendously in making new and better decisions about homework. Fabulous sage advice! Although I love every single suggestion you’ve included, I am particularly fond of the elimination of the “homework pass”. As a former middle-level teacher and administrator, I too found the homework pass diminished the importance of follow-up work – a necessary component in determining the level of student understanding. I do give 2 passes, but they just extend due date by a day. And if not used, they may be returned at the end of the 9 weeks for extra credit. Rick Wormeli’s ideas and tips in this article continue to be stimulating and useful. That said, it’s been more than a decade since the first edition of his book on grading, homework and assessment, Fair Isn’t Always Equal appeared. In the intervening years, Rick’s thinking about homework has benefited from his work with teachers and in schools and plenty of debate. In April 2018, he published a new 2nd edition of Fair Isn’t Always Equal that includes an even deeper discussion of homework and its relationship to best practice, differentiation, and the moral obligation of educators to insist on effective homework policies. Visitors to the Stenhouse page for the new book can preview the *entire* text for free, so be sure to check that out. Here’s a brief excerpt from the new book: Tenet: Homework should enable students to practice what they have already learned in class and should not present new content for the first time. Principled Responses: • I will not assign homework to students who do not understand the content. • I will give homework to some students and no homework or different assignments to others, depending on their proficiency. • I will use exit slips and formative assessment during class so I can determine proper after-school practice for each student. • I will not give homework because parents and administrators expect me to do so, or assign homework because it’s a particular day of the week. • I will assign homework only if it furthers students’ proficiency in the field we’re studying. Thanks to Rick for giving us permission to share this! Leave a Reply Cancel reply Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked * Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Notify me of new posts by email. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed . 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Things you buy through our links may earn us a commission. 44 Second Grade Art Projects Full of Imagination and Creativity Reading self-portraits, clay snails, and much more! By second grade, students have a better grasp of basic art concepts and will therefore love a chance to try out new techniques and materials. That’s why they’ll embrace these imaginative projects, which use a wide variety of media to create amazing results. Whether you want to introduce a famous artist like Monet to your students or a concept like 3D sculpture, there really is something for everyone on our list. And parents will be impressed by the beautiful masterpieces their kids bring home to display! 1. Design with yarn art Looking for a way to use up yarn scraps? Try this cool idea! Use pieces of clear self-adhesive shelf paper, and this second grade art project is a breeze. Get tutorial: Yarn Painting 2. Experiment with string art painting String-pull painting has become a trendy craft in recent years, and second grade art students will love getting to try it. The abstract designs they’ll create will definitely wow everyone. Get tutorial: String Pull Painting 3. Tear paper to create landscapes First have kids draw landscapes, cityscapes, or seascapes on manila paper. Then show them how to tear construction paper into pieces to fit their designs and glue into place. Finally, mount the masterpieces on large pieces of construction paper. Learn more: Torn Paper Landscapes 4. Paint paper flowers Start by having kids create their own colorful patterned paper using paints. Then, cut out petals and assemble these gorgeous flowers. Get tutorial: Painted Paper Flowers 5. Carve ancient rock art First, spend some time learning about cave paintings in places like the American Southwest. Then, use terra-cotta clay to make your own. Get tutorial: Ancient Dwellings Rock Art 6. Draw multi-stripe crayon designs This is the perfect second grade art project to do in a pinch since all you will need are crayons, tape, and paper. In addition to taping crayons together and coloring with them, you can have your students experiment with crayon etchings and mixing colors by overlaying them. Learn more: Creative Coloring 7. Float paper hot-air balloons Once kids learn the trick to making these 3D hot-air balloons, they’ll weave them in no time. Then, they can spend time adding details to the background, like clouds, birds, or kites flying by! Learn more: Hot Air Balloon Paper Craft 8. See yourself in the abstract Kids start by painting an abstract background. Then they add a photo of themselves with a collage of text strips about their favorite things, dreams, and wishes. Learn more: Abstract Self-Portraits 9. Engineer paper pop-up robots Kids love robots! These 3D paper creations are so fun to create, and kids can use a variety of materials to make them. Get tutorial: Paper Robots 10. Take a bite out of this craft This would be the perfect craft to do around Thanksgiving, but we think it would work anytime. Bonus: If you have a toy kitchen in your classroom, this craft can double as a toy. Learn more: Pumpkin Pie Craft 11. Illustrate an underground world Dream up an imaginary world deep beneath the soil. Kids can take inspiration from illustrators like Beatrix Potter and Garth Williams. Learn more: Underground World 12. Mix up a color wheel umbrella Mixing and contrasting colors are key concepts for young art students to learn. These cute umbrellas are a fun way to see the color wheel in action using liquid watercolors . Learn more: Color Wheel Umbrella 13. Make a flower craft Start by having second grade art students paint an oblong cardboard box with terra-cotta paint and fill it with paper shreds for soil. Then, craft paper flowers and plant a fresh display of color! Get tutorial: Planter Boxes 14. Trace and color crazy circles Take inspiration from artists like Kandinsky and Frank Stella and make bold geometric art pieces. Kids can trace around lids or plates to make circles or try them freehand. Learn more: Circle Art 15. Create some beaded wind chimes This is a second grade art project that will take multiple classes to complete, but the end result will totally be worth it. Be sure to really bring it in the supply department with different-colored straws, a variety of beads and pipe cleaners, and some jingle bells. Get tutorial: Beaded Wind Chimes 16. Surprise them with ferocious creatures The best art provokes a reaction—in this case, surprise! Fold the paper and sketch your figure’s face, then open it to add a gaping mouth full of teeth. Learn more: Ferocious Beings Paper Project 17. Design fish mosaics Mosaics take a lot of planning, but the results are always so cool. This is a terrific project for using up scraps of construction paper too. Get tutorial: Fish Mosaics 18. Dive deep for underwater portraits Art is all about encouraging kids to see themselves in unique new ways. Underwater self-portraits allow kids to imagine themselves enjoying life under the sea! Learn more: Underwater Self-Portraits 19. Float sponges to create sailboats These sailboats are easy to replicate with just sponges, wood skewers, card stock, and glue. You can even race them in a big tub of water by having students blow air into a straw to push their boat across the water. Get tutorial: Sponge Sailboat 20. Design tissue paper water lilies Tissue paper art replicates the soft lines and translucent colors of Monet’s impressionist style. Use this technique to create your own peaceful lily pond. Get tutorial: Monet for Kids 21. Sketch springtime bunnies and bears The soft and colorful flowers in the background contrast sharply with the patterned lines of these friendly creatures. Take the pressure off kids by letting them trace the animal shapes so they can focus on adding texture instead. Learn more: Bunnies and Bear Cubs 22. Hang a wreath collage One of the best things about this second grade art project is that you can really tailor it to the seasons. In addition to spring flowers, consider fall leaves and paper acorns, or holly leaves and poinsettia flowers. Learn more: Wreath Collages 23. Draw a stuffed animal still life Your students will definitely be excited to bring their favorite stuffed buddy to school. They will be even more excited when they realize it is going to be the subject of their next art project! Learn more: Stuffed Animal Still Life Drawing 24. Draw windy-day houses Watch trees blowing in the breeze on a windy day. Then take a look at the work of Gustav Klimt and emulate his style for the bendy trees in this project. Let your imagination take hold and add leaning buildings too! Learn more: Windy Day Art 25. Sculpt birds in their nests This is a cool project to do if your students are also studying birds in science class, but they’ll enjoy it even if they’re not. Kids can try to re-create real birds, or let their imagination fly and dream up an entirely new species. Get tutorial: Clay Birds in a Nest 26. Make “Not a Box” sculptures Before beginning this project, read the book Not a Box with your students. Be sure to set aside multiple class periods to work on these since your students will likely get carried away—in a good way! Get tutorial: 3D “Not a Box” Paper Sculpture 27. Explore culture with Native totem poles Begin by learning about the importance of totems and totem poles to First Nations people of the northwest coast. Then have kids choose symbols that are meaningful to them to create their own paper totems. Learn more: Native American Totem Poles 28. Scream for these ice cream sculptures Pick up some Model Magic , then grab your markers and paint and let your students’ imaginations run wild. They will definitely get a kick out of how realistic their ice cream sundaes look! Learn more: Ice Cream Sundae Art 29. Create geometric collages These collages may just look like random scraps of paper, but there are actually multiple art concepts in use here. Kids should be able to identify organic vs. geometric shapes and primary vs. secondary colors. Get tutorial: Shape Collages 30. Fold origami whales Origami whales with curling paper water spouts add dimension and texture to these compositions. Second grade art projects that use folding and cutting give kids a chance to improve their fine motor skills too. Learn more: Origami Whales 31. Print symmetrical tigers Second graders might be a little young to understand the “fearful symmetry” of Blake’s Tyger , but they’ll enjoy using the paint-and-print technique to make these wild faces. Get tutorial: Tiger Prints 32. Paint reflected fall trees Kids will be fascinated to see how wetting the bottom half of the paper changes and mutes the paint colors. Use oil pastels to add lines and water effects. Learn more: Fall Reflections 33. Coil up some snails Clay can feel a little intimidating, but it’s not too difficult to roll a long “snake” and coil it up. Add a body with eyestalks, and the sculpting is done! Learn more: Clay Snails 34. Fill watercolor vases with tissue flowers The watercolor wash in the background is set off by the geometric-patterned lines of the vases in the foreground. The tissue paper flowers add another bit of texture to this mixed-media project. Get tutorial: Watercolor Vases 35. Plant a pumpkin farm These unique pumpkin patches are so fun to make. Ask your students to make the pumpkins as realistic as they can. Then, they can set their imaginations free and make the rest of the composition as unrealistic as they like! Learn more: Pumpkin Farms 36. Craft reading self-portraits This is one of our favorite twists on a self-portrait. Kids can include their favorite book or make one up that tells the story of their own life. Get tutorial: Reading Self-Portraits 37. Walk among a birch tree forest These landscape paintings help kids understand the concepts of foreground, middle ground, and background. They’ll also use techniques like wax-crayon-resist and cardboard printing. Learn more: Birch Tree Landscapes 38. Escape to a silhouette island Take a trip to a tropical isle and learn art concepts like warm colors, silhouettes, and horizon line. Each piece will be unique, but they’ll all be masterpieces! Get tutorial: Silhouette Islands 39. Paint some snakes It will be fun to see how different each of your students’ paintings come out despite starting with the same premise. We love that this second grade art project teaches about perspective as parts of the snake’s body will be visible while other parts will be hidden. Learn more: Snakes 40. Design flower-painted rocks Rock painting is always a hit. Get ready for spring with these colorful and fun creations. Get tutorial: Flower-Painted Rocks 41. Build recycled sculptures Recycled junk makes the best treasure. The possibilities are endless with these one-of-a-kind creations. Learn more: Recycled Sculptures 42. Create a garden diorama We adore how bright and beautiful these garden scenes are! Grab some old shoeboxes, crayons, paper, and decorating materials to create your own. Get tutorial: Garden Diorama 43. Fly paper-plate tropical bird art These colorful creations are so simple and fun. Made from paper plates, these crafts get their vibrant color from liquid watercolors and crayons. Kids will love to fly these birds like paper airplanes or hang them as lively decorations. Get tutorial: Tropical Bird Craft 44. Design nature prints We love how incredibly versatile and beautiful these are. Use rocks, leaves, flowers, and more to create lasting markings. Kids can be involved in every step of this project, including collecting materials from nature, which can be an endless source of inspiration. Get tutorial: Nature Prints What are your favorite second grade art projects? Come share your ideas in the We Are Teachers HELPLINE group on Facebook. Plus, check out collaborative art projects that bring out everyone’s creative side .. You Might Also Like 72 Amazing 1st Grade Art Projects To Inspire Creativity and Play Project ideas for every kid! Continue Reading Copyright © 2024. All rights reserved. 5335 Gate Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32256 50 Easy and Cool Teacher Project Ideas That You’ll Love Looking for some fun and easy teacher project ideas? Look no further! This list has 50 great ideas that will help you get started on your next project. Some are easy and some are more difficult, but all are sure to inspire your creativity. So why wait? Get started on your next project today! 50 Homework Ideas for Kids As a parent, it’s important to find ways to help your children with their homework. This can be a difficult task, but with some creativity, it’s possible. There are many different ways to help your children with their homework, and all of them are sure to be helpful. Here are fifty ideas for helping your kids with their homework. 1. Set up a system where your child can easily track their work. This can include using a planner or sheet, creating folders, or using digital tools like Dropbox or Evernote. 2. Have your child meet with you each night to go over their homework. This way, you can help them understand what was covered in class and make any corrections they may need. 3. Dedicate time during the week to help your child with their homework. This can include setting aside half an hour each day, or offering to help them with their schoolwork after school. 4. Have your child work on a challenging assignment with someone else. This will help them learn how to problem solve and improve their skills as a student. 5. Let your children know that you are available to answer any questions they have about their homework. This way, they can feel confident in completing the task. 6. Don’t be afraid to encourage your child when they finish a difficult homework assignment. This will encourag ethem to continue working hard and learning new things. 7. Reward your child for completing their homework on time each night. This will help them learn to value and appreciate the time they spend working on their schoolwork. 8. Make learning about math and science fun by having your child do hands-on activities related to these subjects. This will keep them interested in these subjects and increase their understanding of them. 9 . Use online resources to help your child with their homework. This includes websites, videos, and apps related to learning math and science concepts. 10 . Use imagination to help your child learn more about math and science concepts. This can include having them create puzzles, play games, or create sketches based on scientific theories. 50 Fun Teacher Project Ideas 1.Have a science day! This can include making a science kit, doing experiments, or creating a nature trail. 2. Make a school banner. This can be as simple or complex as you want it to be. 3. Make a classroom calendar. This is a great way to track when classes are, what days are holidays, and what days are make-up days. 4. Write a book report. This can be on any book that you choose, but make sure to include specific details about the book and your reaction to it. 5. Create a nature trail in your school. This is a great way to get kids excited about learning about nature! 6. Put together a student council. 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Maybe you’re starting to doubt your abilities. Maybe it seems like there’s just not enough time in the day to do everything you want to do. Well, this list is for you. It’s packed with ideas for using technology in the classroom, integrating art into the curriculum, planning innovative lessons, and so much more. Whether you’re a veteran teacher looking for new ideas or a first-time educator just getting started, these projects are sure to Inspire you! 1. Use Technology to Enhance Classroom Instruction 2. Get Creative with Art in the Classroom 3. Unleash Math Power with Interactive Activities 4. Embrace Science Fun with Projects and Activities 5. Try Something New with Language Learning 6. Plan Energetic and Engaging Lessons with Some Planning Assistance 7. Get Motivated with Helpful Resources 8. Stay on Track with Good Planning Tools 50 Easy and Quick Teacher Projects If you’re looking for some quick and easy teacher projects that you can do in a few hours or less, look no further! Some of these projects can be done in just 10 minutes or less. Some of the quick and easy teacher projects include: 1. Make a bulletin board from surplus paper 2. Create a photo collage with old photos 3. Make a chalkboard banner 4. Make a mixed media collage 5. Create a Google Docs collage 6. Make a magnet or key ring 7. Draw a picture on broken glass 8. Draw a picture with a coffee cup 9. Draw a picture with a straw 10. Paint with dry erase markers 50 Great Ideas for College Students There are a variety of ways to help college students study more productively. Here are 50 great ideas to get you started! Some tips for college students studying abroad include packing a light backpack, staying well-hydrated, and knowing the local culture. It is also important to study in advance and make sure to schedule regular breaks. One way to help college students learn more quickly is to use flashcards. If you find that you struggle to retain information, try learning in short spurts instead of all at once. Try using software like Anki or Evernote to store information efficiently. Although it can be challenging, studying with a partner can be beneficial. Setting joint goals and planning study sessions together can help keep both students on track. One of the most important things that college students can do is to stay motivated. There are many ways to stay inspired, such as creating a study routine, setting small goals, and finding a personal focus. Studying can be tiring, but it is important to remember that it is always worth it in the end! Thanks for taking the time to read these 50 great ideas for college students! 50 Amazing Teacher Ideas 1. Give your students a new perspective on education with one of these amazing teacher ideas! 2. Get creative with a fun teacher project idea! 3. Use learning methods that are out of the ordinary in one of these amazing teacher ideas! 4. Bring learning to a whole new level with one of these amazing teacher ideas! 5. Unleash your inner artist with one of these amazing teacher ideas! 6. Teach concepts in ways that are unique and exciting with one of these amazing teacher ideas! 7. Transform boring lectures or classes into extraordinary opportunities with one of these amazing teacher ideas! 50 Fun and Creative Teacher Projects When it comes to learning, there are no limits to what can be done! Here are 50 fun and creative teacher projects that will help you spark creativity in your students. From games and activities to art projects and mysteries, these ideas will keep them engaged and learning for hours on end. 1. Make a science fair project out of edible erasers! 2. Develop a novel game to play during math class that challenges students mentally and physically. 3. Create a costume or puppet show based on a historical figure or event. 4. Teach history through creative video projects or presentations. 5. Turn your classroom into a wonderland with creative indoor/outdoor activities. 6. Encourage creativity in your students by giving them the opportunity to design their own school idol or mascot. 7. Challenge students to come up with new uses for everyday objects in the classroom. 8. Incorporate creative artwork into your science lessons for a more dynamic and visually appealing learning experience. 9. Spruce up your curriculum with innovative teaching methods that are sure to engage your students. 10. Have students research an interesting topic and create a two-part report on it, detailing their findings and suggestions. 50 Clever and Unique Teacher Ideas There are many different and innovative ways to teach if you have the creativity and imagination. Here are 50 of the best ideas for you to try! 1. Make learning a game! This is a great idea for elementary school students, as it can help them learn faster and more efficiently. You can even set up competitions between classes to see who can learn the most new material! 2. Encourage creativity by using creative materials in class. This could involve using recycled materials, using unusual objects to teach concepts, or using software that allows students to create their own materials. 3. Host a contest in which students must create the best oral presentation on a given topic. This could be anything from history to science to mathematics. 4. Have students design their own textbooks. This could allow them to have more creative input into the material they are learning, as well as have a book that reflects their own unique style. 5. Use scavenger hunts in your class to help students learn information quicker. These can be designed in any way you want, and could include clues hidden anywhere in the classroom. 6. Have students create artworks based on concepts covered in class. This could be anything from painting to sculpture to photography. 7. Have students collaborate on projects in class. This could involve anything from writing a short story to making a video game. 8. Have students design lesson plans together. This could involve anything from planning out how a unit will be taught, to coming up with new ways to teach old material. 9. Have students take on different roles in class, such as teacher, student, or coach. This can help them learn how each part of the teaching process works, and give them some perspective on what it is like to be someone else for a day. 10. Have students participate in online classes or MOOCs (massive open online courses). This can allow them to learn at their own pace, and even work on projects with other students around the world. These 50 teacher project ideas are great for homework help, school projects, or just for fun! Some are easy and some are more difficult, but all are sure to inspire your creativity! 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Table of Contents Yes, interns often work on projects as part of their internship experience. According to a survey conducted by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), 89% of employers reported that interns are involved in projects during their internship. For example, at Company XYZ, interns are assigned projects that align with their interests and the company’s needs. These projects range from conducting market research to developing new software features. Interns work closely with mentors and team members to complete their projects, gaining valuable hands-on experience and making tangible contributions to the organization. What Are The Best Criteria for Selecting Intern Projects? Selecting the right intern projects is crucial to ensure they are both valuable and manageable. Here are some criteria to consider: Alignment with Business Objectives Choose projects that align with the company’s strategic goals and can contribute to its success. Scope and Complexity Suitable for Intern Level Ensure the projects are challenging but achievable for interns, considering their experience and skill level. Potential for Measurable Impact Select projects that have clear, measurable outcomes to assess their success and impact. Availability of Resources and Mentorship Make sure the necessary resources, tools, and mentorship are available to support interns throughout their projects. Interns’ Educational Background and Interests Match projects with the interns’ academic background, skills, and interests to keep them engaged and motivated. Top 50 Intern Project Ideas For Different Categories Research and analysis projects. Conduct market research to identify new opportunities. Analyze competitor strategies and market positioning. Evaluate customer feedback to improve products/services. Research industry trends and emerging technologies. Analyze financial data to identify cost-saving opportunities. Technology and Development Projects Develop a new feature for a mobile application. Design and implement a website redesign project. Create a prototype for a new software solution. Optimize database performance and data management. Automate manual processes using scripting or coding. Marketing and Social Media Projects Develop and execute a social media marketing campaign. Create engaging content for blogs, social media, and newsletters. Conduct keyword research and implement SEO strategies. Analyze marketing metrics to optimize campaign performance. Develop a brand awareness campaign targeting a specific audience. Operations and Process Improvement Projects Streamline workflow processes to improve efficiency. Implement inventory management software for better tracking. Conduct a supply chain analysis to identify bottlenecks. Improve customer service processes to enhance satisfaction. Implement quality control measures to ensure product consistency. Creative and Design Projects Design graphics for marketing materials and presentations. Produce videos highlighting company culture or products. Create branding guidelines to maintain visual consistency. Develop interactive user interfaces for web or mobile applications. Design packaging concepts for new product launches. Data Analysis and Visualization Projects Analyze sales data to identify trends and patterns. Create dashboards for monitoring key performance indicators. Conduct sentiment analysis on customer feedback data. Visualize survey results using charts and graphs. Develop predictive models to forecast future trends. Environmental Sustainability Projects Conduct an energy audit to identify opportunities for conservation. Implement recycling programs to reduce waste. Research eco-friendly alternatives for packaging materials. Analyze water usage and implement conservation measures. Develop a sustainability report outlining environmental initiatives. Community Engagement Projects Organize a volunteer event or community service project. Create educational materials on social or environmental issues. Develop partnerships with local organizations for outreach programs. Plan and execute fundraising events for a charitable cause. Implement a mentorship program for underprivileged youth. Diversity and Inclusion Projects Conduct diversity training sessions for employees. Develop recruitment strategies to attract diverse candidates. Implement policies to promote inclusivity in the workplace. Create affinity groups for employees from underrepresented backgrounds. Organize cultural awareness events to celebrate diversity. Health and Wellness Projects Implement a workplace wellness program promoting physical activity. Develop resources for mental health awareness and support. Conduct ergonomic assessments to improve workstation setups. Organize health screenings and wellness workshops for employees. Create resources for stress management and work-life balance. Examples of Successful Intern Projects To illustrate the potential of well-designed intern projects, let’s look at some successful examples from various industries. A. Case Study 1: Tech Startup Project description. An intern at a tech startup was tasked with developing a new feature for the company’s mobile app. The intern conducted user research, designed the feature, and collaborated with the development team to implement it. Outcomes and Impact The new feature received positive feedback from users, increased app engagement, and demonstrated the intern’s ability to handle a significant project from start to finish. B. Case Study 2: Marketing Firm A marketing intern was assigned to create a social media campaign to promote a new product. The intern developed the campaign strategy, created content, and analyzed the campaign’s performance. The campaign successfully increased product awareness and sales, and the intern gained valuable experience in social media marketing and analytics. C. Case Study 3: Manufacturing Company An intern at a manufacturing company worked on improving the inventory management system. The intern analyzed the current system, identified inefficiencies, and proposed a new process. The new inventory management system reduced costs and improved efficiency, showcasing the intern’s problem-solving skills and ability to drive process improvements. How To Make A Project For An Internship? Developing an effective intern project involves careful planning and execution. Here are the steps to follow: Identifying Organizational Needs: Identify the key areas where interns can make a meaningful contribution, considering current challenges and opportunities. Matching Projects with Intern Skills: Assign projects that match the interns’ skills and interests to ensure they are engaged and can perform well. Defining Clear Objectives and Deliverables: Set clear objectives and deliverables for the projects to provide direction and a basis for evaluating success. Providing Necessary Resources and Support: Ensure interns have access to the necessary tools, resources, and support to complete their projects effectively. Setting Up Regular Check-Ins and Feedback Loops: Make sure to have regular check-ins to keep track of how things are going, give feedback, and deal with any problems that come up. Evaluating Project Outcomes: Assess the outcomes of the projects to measure their impact and identify areas for improvement. Benefits of Well-Designed Intern Projects Well-designed intern projects offer numerous benefits for both the organization and the interns. For the Organization Fresh Perspectives and Innovative Ideas: Interns can introduce fresh ideas and viewpoints that inspire innovation and creativity in the company. Talent Pipeline Development: Internships can serve as a talent pipeline, allowing organizations to identify and recruit top talent for future positions. For the Intern Practical Experience and Skill Development: Interns learn by doing and pick up important skills that can help them in their future careers.  Professional Growth and Networking Opportunities: Interns also get chances to grow professionally and meet people who can help them in their careers. Creating meaningful and impactful intern projects is essential for maximizing the benefits of internships for both organizations and interns. By selecting the best intern project ideas that align with business objectives, match intern skills, and provide clear objectives and support, companies can ensure successful outcomes. Internships with well-designed projects not only enhance the learning experience for interns but also contribute to the organization’s growth and success. Related Posts Step by Step Guide on The Best Way to Finance Car The Best Way on How to Get Fund For Business to Grow it Efficiently Leave a comment cancel reply. Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked * 26 best website design ideas for your 2024 projects If you're looking for website ideas, here are 26 website projects that you can launch to bring in some extra revenue. Use Webflow's visual development platform to build completely custom, production-ready websites — or high-fidelity prototypes — without writing a line of code. Get inspired with 26 fresh project ideas you can start building today. Whether you’re a beginner web developer or an experienced builder, launching a new website project is a great way to sharpen your development skills, build out a web design portfolio , and even earn some revenue — depending on the type of website.  If you’re not sure what type of web page to launch, you’re in the right place. We put together 26 different web development project ideas that you can start building today. What kind of websites are in high demand? Websites serve various purposes, often falling into one of three main categories: informational, transactional, or interactive. Each category has distinct characteristics and functionalities tailored to meet specific user needs. Informational websites provide users with valuable content such as articles, blog posts, news updates, and educational resources. These platforms educate, inform, or entertain visitors on specific topics or subjects of interest. Transactional websites facilitate online transactions, enabling users to buy or sell products/services, make reservations, or conduct financial transactions. E-commerce platforms, booking sites, and financial services websites are common examples of this category. ‍ Interactive websites encourage active engagement from users through social interaction, user-generated content, or multimedia sharing. Social media platforms, online forums, and multimedia-sharing are just a few examples. While many websites may incorporate elements of each category, understanding these distinctions clarifies their primary functions and user interactions.  What skills do I need to launch a website project? Basic knowledge of web development languages and frameworks is essential. This knowledge includes HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for front-end development, as well as server-side languages like Python, Ruby, or PHP for back-end development. Familiarity with web development frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js can also be beneficial. But with website builders like Webflow, beginners and professionals alike can put their skills into action — no matter how developed their skills are. Build a website with Webflow → 26 best website ideas you can start in 2024 Check out these 26 different website design ideas to see what’s possible. 1. Job site Looking for an evergreen website idea that will never go out of style? Job sites are a great, beginner-friendly website project that’s sure to bring in some major traffic. Most job sites, though, are not very user-friendly and frustrate job hunters. A well-designed job site, however, has the potential to receive lots of website visitors and even generate some income. Best Writing stands out as a great example. This website includes a minimalist website design that focuses on usability and the quality of its leads. It offers a seamless user experience and stellar user interface free from the clunkiness that bogs down so many other job boards. Plus, unlike other job sites, Best Writing offers a search function to simplify the job search, giving users a quick way to find the specific type of job that they’re after. Here’s where the revenue comes in: Best Writing also offers users the chance to sign up for a paid monthly membership that gives members advanced notice about new job postings. Additionally, the site also charges job posters a fee. Charging these fees allows the site to bring in revenue without relying on ads.  Related reads: How to build (and grow) a job board with Webflow 2. Affiliate site An affiliate website offers an online store of products and resources in a specific niche. Think of them as digital boutiques catering to the tastes and interests of a select demographic. A great example of an affiliate site is Raymmar’s Reads — which functions as a digital book club where Raymmar shares books he likes and includes Amazon affiliate links. Raymmar uses 3D animations and color-shifting background transitions to make this simple site stand out.  Affiliate sites are a great way to bring in extra money, too — using Raymmar’s Reads for example, users can purchase products using his posted links. In return, the site owner receives part of the income from that purchase. 3. Membership website Membership websites are another great revenue-generating website idea. Members pay for a subscription in order to unlock premium content or tools that are not available anywhere else. LinkedIn , the professional networking platform, offers a membership program called "LinkedIn Premium," which provides enhanced features and tools for users who subscribe to the service. With LinkedIn Premium, members gain access to advanced search filters to find and connect with professionals, see who's viewed their profile, access personalized insights on job postings, and send InMail messages to contacts outside their network, among other benefits. LinkedIn Premium also offers different tiers of membership tailored to different needs, such as Premium Career, Premium Business, and Premium Sales Navigator, catering to individuals, businesses, and sales professionals, respectively. This membership model allows LinkedIn to generate revenue by providing additional value to users who are willing to pay for enhanced features and tools beyond the basic free service. If you’re looking for a great website idea to make money off of your content, building a membership website is a solid avenue. 4. Online learning website Quite a few platforms out there will host online courses for you. But they come at a price. Why not launch your own site and avoid having to pay someone for what you could do on your own with a website builder like Webflow? Master the Handpan offers everything you need to learn how to play the handpan metal drum. The site includes three different levels of paid lessons — beginner, intermediate, and master class — plus a music theory course. Along with their instructional materials, Master the Handpan also has a buyer’s guide, discussion forum, and blog. There’s plenty of free content here to pique the interest of any aspiring handpan player. If you’re offering an online course for a niche interest like the handpan, someone may find your website faster through a search engine than if it was part of a larger online course platform where it may get less visibility. If there’s not a lot of competition for what you’re teaching, being able to quickly attain a high level of SEO may be feasible if you create your own website. If you want to have complete control over monetizing your online courses, launching a website of your own is the way to go. 5. Marketing blog A blog is a rather simple project that doesn’t take too many technical skills to build. The website functions as a space to share knowledge and showcase your expertise. It’s also a place where you can sell products and services such as online courses, consulting sessions, books, and merch. Plus, a blog is a great place to earn your target audience’s trust so you can promote the products and services you sell. Owned and designed by Emma Peacock, Honey Pot Digital 's primary goal is to showcase her digital marketing services to business owners. Emma provides resources on her blog, touching on everything from social media to how to market one's business online. Emma's blog positions her as an authority on digital marketing, which complements Emma's paid services. Making the leap from her free content to her paid services should be easy for anyone who finds her blog posts informative. Blogs are great for drawing attention to paid content and other services you provide. They not only help you build your reputation, they also act as an SEO beacon that brings in organic traffic. 6. Ecommerce website Online shops are a great side business that almost anyone can launch. Keep in mind that with so many ecommerce websites out there, you’ll be entering a competitive space — so make sure you have a solid brand identity and niche so you can set your online shop apart from the rest. An ecommerce store can range from a few items to hundreds, and it’s well within the capabilities of anyone to set up. You can always start as a small business and scale up as you gain more customers. Skinlabs , for example, is a boutique skincare site that sells everything from cleaning balms to soothing toners. With crisp photography and a clean and bright web design, there’s a freshness to their website. 7. AI website ‍ If you’re a web developer, you’re probably beginning to be familiar with the power of AI. Given its increasing popularity, an AI website is another great project to launch. DataCamp is a great example of an AI website in action. This online platform offers interactive courses and tutorials for data science and analytics. It provides a membership-based service where users can access a vast library of courses, projects, and assessments related to data science, machine learning, programming languages like Python and R, and related topics. Upon joining, users can set their learning goals and preferences, allowing DataCamp's AI algorithm to tailor personalized learning paths suited to their skill levels and career aspirations. The platform's hands-on projects and case studies simulate real-world scenarios, enabling members to apply their knowledge practically and build a robust portfolio. 8. Service-based website A service-based business is just a fancy name for a business that can do something for you that you can’t do yourself — for example, real estate agents or interior decorators. Service-based businesses also occupy the digital realm. Scribly Media offers the service of content. For companies who don’t have an in-house content creation team or have a need for extra wordsmiths, Scribly provides writing, social media management, and content strategy. If you have a special skill and there’s a demand for it, starting your own service-based business can help put a bit of extra money in your pocket. 9. Photography website Like any creative pursuit, putting together a photography website is essential in bringing exposure to your art. A photography portfolio website not only gives you a platform to show off your art, but can also market it to a wider audience.  Built in Webflow, Rita Harper ’s photography website showcases Rita’s documentary photographers and photojournalism work.  Like Rita, whether you’re a wedding photographer, photojournalist, or specialize in personal portraits — your photography portfolio should communicate your specific niche so it stands out to your ideal customer.  You can also use your photography website to sell prints of your work. Don’t miss out on potential customers who might love to have your photos hanging up in their homes or workspaces. 10. Portfolio website Let’s face it, as creatives, we sometimes depend too much on our artistic sensibilities rather than business acumen. We can all benefit from having a design portfolio website when pursuing new full time gigs or landing new clients.  This portfolio for designer Lise Kyle Chapman showcases her work in an upbeat design, capturing both her expertise and personality. If you do web design, writing, or another visual art, a portfolio website is essential for bringing visibility to your skills and talents — and potentially leveling up your revenue. 11. Niche search engine Another great website project idea is a niche search engine site. Unlike Google, for example, a niche search engine site focuses on a very specific target audience or subject. Zomato stands as a real-life example of a niche search engine tailored specifically for the restaurant and food industry. Originally conceived as a platform for discovering restaurants, Zomato has evolved into a multifaceted search engine catering to various aspects of dining experiences. Users can explore a plethora of dining options by location, cuisine, and price range, aided by comprehensive restaurant profiles featuring menus, photos, and user reviews. Through advertising partnerships and commission fees from facilitated transactions, Zomato generates revenue while providing valuable services to users and stakeholders in the food industry. 12. Review website If you enjoy movies, music, books, or some niche product and have opinions you’d like to share, consider building a review website. Writing reviews and making videos are fun ways to share your thoughts with others and connect with other fans. Let’s say you’re into movies. You could start your own movie review blog and become the next Leonard Maltin . Including some well-placed affiliate links and appropriate ads will help you generate a bit of passive income off of your own review site. Once you gain a following, you can also reach out to brands for freebies like movie passes or industry-related products in exchange for an honest review on your website.  13. Comparison website Comparison websites like Camelcamelcamel provide an easy way for consumers to find the best deals on what they’re after. Comparison sites allow consumers to compare similar products based on different variables. These sites present product specs, pricing, and other information in infographics, making it easier for people to quickly understand the similarities and differences between products.  While comparison websites aren’t an ideal web design project for beginners, they can be lucrative for designers who feel confident building and managing many moving parts. Once you set up the site to pull in relevant information so consumers can easily view similar products side-by-side, you can focus on monetization. Comparison websites bring in money through affiliate marketing. It’s not uncommon to link out to products hosted on Amazon or other big name online retailers and collect affiliate earnings from sales. Build completely custom, production-ready websites — or ultra-high-fidelity prototypes — without writing a line of code. Only with Webflow. 14. Recipe/food blog A food blog, like Half Baked Harvest, is a great way to share your creations with a greater audience. If you’re looking for website ideas for beginners, this website idea is relatively simple to create and easy to monetize. Through your blog, you can provide step-by-step instructions for your favorite recipes along with your experience making them. If you love cooking, writing, and photography, a food blog is a fantastic way to share your culinary passion with others. Food blogs and recipe websites can generate revenue in a few ways. Most food bloggers rely on affiliate links for everything from recommended cookware to specialty ingredients. Just be sure to add a disclaimer to your site about those affiliate earnings so your visitors don’t feel duped. You can also bring in extra money by selling ebooks, physical books, virtual cooking classes, and more. 15. Fan website Fan websites focus on a specific fandom such as Potterheads, Whovians, or Trekkies. If you want to turn your favorite fandom into a side hustle , a fan website is a great option. For hardcore Star Wars fans TheForce.net has news, an active message board, and plenty of other excellent content. While the focus of the site is clearly all things Star Wars, you’ll notice ads throughout that drive revenue for the site.  Whether you’re a comic book fan, self-proclaimed video game nerd, or part of another niche fandom — a fan website can be fun to create, maintain, and use to communicate with your fellow fans. Plus, if your website gets popular enough, there are always opportunities to make money through advertising or affiliate links related to your area of interest. 16. Podcast website  If you produce a podcast, you might depend on social media as the main means of promoting it. Having a podcast website is another important marketing channel, providing an opportunity to create search engine optimized content that will bring in organic traffic. The bigger your podcast gets, the more likely the chance of getting sponsors and advertisers. This website for the podcast Real Python not only provides multiple ways to listen to their episodes, but also offers courses, books, and other Python-related learning materials. The website includes plenty of free materials as well as a store that features a paid membership, books, and more. 17. Travel blog Travel blogs aren’t just for social media influencers. Whatever your background, you have a perspective that’s unique. Document your journeys on your own travel website and share your experiences exploring the world.  Wandering Earl has been blogging about travel and working abroad for a long time and his website is a great resource for anyone wanting to explore the world. Earl also uses his travel blog to promote and sell his tours.  Of course, you don’t have to run a tour company to make money from a travel blog. You can earn money by selling travel guides such as physical books or ebooks, offering travel consulting services, and through ads and affiliate links. Travel blogs can also serve as a writing portfolio that helps you land paid gigs with travel outlets. 18. Fashion blog For those with a passion for fashion, a fashion blog is a great website that’s easy to get up and running. Write about the latest trends, share photos of your own outfits, and create content for your fellow fashion enthusiasts. Tiffany Battle’s fashion website The Werk! Place focuses on her unique perspective on fashion. Along with great content, Tiffany takes affiliate marketing to the next level with her “Shop my Instagram” option along with her branded discount codes for different stores. Most fashion blogs monetize their content through affiliate links. As always, be selective about what products you endorse on your fashion website, and always let people know that you're including affiliate links. 19. Events website Create an events website that has a specific focus. It could be for concerts, comedy open mics, art openings, or some other event people would be interested in. This is a great avenue for generating revenue through ads or making money through affiliate links, referrals, or partnerships with the events you feature. For example, Los Angeles Theater provides its visitors with an easy way to see what’s going on entertainment-wise in the city. 20. Nonprofit website Building nonprofit websites is a great way to expand your development skills, as they often require lots of different functionality, like the ability to accept donations. EduCares Foundation , for example, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing educational opportunities and support to underprivileged children and communities worldwide. The foundation aims to break the cycle of poverty through education, empowering individuals to build brighter futures for themselves and their communities. The website lets individuals and organizations donate online to the foundation's programs and initiatives. The website also features success stories and testimonials from beneficiaries of EduCares Foundation's programs to highlight the positive impact of education on individuals and communities. If you want to make a difference while sharpening some of your web development know-how, a nonprofit site might be the perfect fit. 21. Resume site Not everyone needs or wants to put up an entire portfolio or personal website. Sometimes all you need is a resume site. A resume site is generally just a single page where you can include social media links, biographical information, and a contact form or other way to get in touch. Though the ROI may not always be obvious, it’s helpful to have a central place to send visitors who want to keep up with you or get in touch.  A great example of a resume site is this free link in bio template . Creator JP Dionisio used this template to create a sleek and informative resume site that lists their qualifications and skills so prospective employers can quickly glean important information. A resume site like this is great for adding to social media accounts that limit you to a single bio, too. 22. Web application Web applications are some of the most popular tools around, making them a great website idea for developers.  Trello , for example, is a popular no-code web app for project management that helps teams organize tasks, collaborate, and stay productive using custom to-do lists. It provides a visual platform where users can create boards, lists, and cards to manage their projects and workflows. Plus, the software offers responsive design, meaning it works on mobile devices like iPhones or Androids. 23. SaaS website Creating a business website for a SaaS product is a great way to improve your design skills and even find freelance work in the tech industry. SaaS is a software as a service product — think tools like Webflow, Zapier, or Buffer. Users of these platforms pay a subscription to get access to tools and resources. Creating an actual SaaS product takes a lot of time and engineering resources. However, all of these platforms need a marketing site that shows off their product. Webflow is one of the most popular tools out there for creating these SaaS marketing websites. SaaS websites are more comprehensive websites, just like ecommerce websites. They usually require a homepage, feature and use case pages, and a blog. They are a key part to a SaaS company’s marketing strategy — making them a valuable website idea. 24. Newsletter website Creating a newsletter website is a great idea to provide useful information to any target audience. The key with this idea is to pick a niche and serve a small group of people with news-worthy content. There are two different ways you can approach this website idea — write articles yourself or curate them from the web. For example, Marketer Milk is a marketing newsletter website that curates marketing news and resources around the web. This concept is very similar to the curation idea mentioned earlier. However, the goal of this website is to get people onto an email list from your website. You could start a newsletter simply by using a tool like Substack, but the key is to own your own digital real estate. So, creating a website for your newsletter is a great way to not rely on newsletter platforms to attract subscribers. It also gives you different marketing avenues, like writing SEO blog posts, to grow your website traffic. 25. Gallery Online galleries can also bring in some major traffic and revenue, if they’re set up properly.  Grafit , for example, is an online platform and gallery website that showcases and discovers SaaS sites across different industries like education and e-commerce. Marketers and developers can use this portfolio platform to find inspiration for their own SaaS website and see how some of the top-performing companies attract customers. 26. Dropshipping A dropshipping site is another popular revenue-generating website idea. A dropshipping site is an e-commerce platform or website where products are sold without the need for the seller to keep inventory in stock. Instead of purchasing and storing products upfront, the seller partners with suppliers or wholesalers who handle the inventory and shipping logistics.  Printful , for example, is a dropshipping and print-on-demand fulfillment service that enables individuals and businesses to create and sell custom-designed products online. It offers a wide range of customizable items, including apparel, accessories, home goods, and promotional products. Printful seamlessly integrates with popular e-commerce platforms like Shopify, WooCommerce, and Etsy. Users can easily sync their online stores with Printful, automating the order fulfillment process. 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These are frustrations that we have all faced from systems not designed with humans in mind. In this course, we ask how can we design human-centered systems that people find useful and usable? This course is a broad introduction to designing, prototyping, and evaluating user interfaces. If you take only one course in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), this is the course for you! We will cover theory as well as practical application of ideas from Human-Computer Interaction. Coursework includes lectures, class discussion, homework, class presentations, and group projects. This class is open to all students, with either technical or non-technical backgrounds. However, there is a programming prerequisite. Schedule and Readings This schedule is tentative and subject to changes. Prerequisites Some experience with programming is a course prerequisite, for example: 15-112, 15-110 or 15-104. Note on parallel sections DHCS has four parallel sections; All the sections cover mostly the same core material, but the final lectures are reserved for more specialized content which may be different across sections. Also note that the grading mechanism, course material (e.g., lecture ordering and quiz) are slightly different. Whenever difference occurs, please make sure to follow the instructions in your own section. Course Materials and Communications Slides will be on this page; You will need to log in with your Andrew ID to access them. Homeworks, quizes, bakeoffs will be posted on Canvas when their time comes. Please bring paper and something to write with to class . Sometimes I may ask you to upload a photo . If you have questions related to course materials or logistics, please post them on Slack ( See the link on Canvas ). If you have special requests, please email the TA at [email protected] . If the TA cannot answer your question, she will forward it to the instructor. Lectures will be held in-person twice a week. A good portion of the learning in any class comes from intelligent discussion. If you don’t attend class, you cannot participate, and your performance in the class will reflect that. Rather than taking attendance, there may be pop quizzes and also artifacts collected at the end of class that were generated from in-class activities In case the class transitions from in-person to online, the classes will be held synchronously via Zoom. It would be highly appreciated if your video were on. I expect your full attention, professionalism, and interactive participation as if this were a real in-person class. This arrangement is not to place undue stress on you, but rather provide the best educational experience. Excused absences this course accepts are medical and family emergencies, academic conference travel, religious events, and a small set of approved collegiate activities. If in doubt, contact me to find a solution. Note that interviews, family vacations, weddings, sleeping through alarms, etc. are not excused. Your lowest two participation grades will be dropped, allowing you to miss up to two classes without impacting your grade. Homework and Quizzes You will have homework assignments each week leading up until we start the bakeoffs (described in the next section). Each week there may also be a quiz based on the lecture content which you will complete via canvas. I will drop the 2 lowest quiz grades. Projects - Bakeoffs The bulk of the work in this class will be a series of group projects (aka the Bakeoffs), comprised of an interdisciplinary group of roughly three people. Each project will go through an iterative human-centered process, with each phase having a video report and in-class presentation. Peer reviews are collected following group assignments and make up a significant part of your grade. Lectures and homework will be posted to canvas. The due date is posted as well. Each day late will result in a 10% deduction (up to a maximum of 50% off) . Students caught cheating or plagiarizing will receive no credit for the assignment. Additional actions – including assigning the student a failing grade in the class or referring the case for disciplinary action – may be taken at the discretion of the instructor. Please note that Canvas has automated plagiarism detection built in now, so please do not cheat or turn-in uncited work. Your final grade in this course will be based on: 30% Homeworks 35% Bakeoffs 20% Quizzes 15% Participation Incompletes & Pass/Fail It is the policy of this class to not give incompletes. Several assignments have in-class components, so you will need to have each one finished on time. There is no option to take DHCS pass/fail. Other Information Diversity, equity, and inclusion. Among the many topics in this class, we will discuss many that relate to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As your professor, I am committed to fostering and supporting an inclusive environment in my class (which extends beyond the physical room). It is our goal that students from all diverse backgrounds and perspectives are well served by this course, that students’ learning needs be addressed both in and out of class, and that the diversity that students bring to this class be viewed as a resource, strength, and benefit. Dimensions of diversity include race, age, national origin, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, intellectual and physical ability, sexual orientation, faith and non-faith perspectives, socio-economic class, political ideology, education, primary language, family status, military experience, cognitive style, and communication style. We are intentional in our aim to present materials and activities that are respectful of diversity, based on these dimensions and any other visible and invisible differences not captured in this list. Your suggestions for ensuring that the class lives up to these values are encouraged and appreciated. Accommodations for Students with Disabilities If you have a disability and are registered with the Office of Disability Resources, we encourage you to use their online system to notify us of your accommodations and discuss your needs with us as early in the semester as possible. We will work with you to ensure that accommodations are provided as appropriate. If you suspect that you may have a disability and would benefit from accommodations but are not yet registered with the Office of Disability Resources, we encourage you to contact them at [email protected] . Health and Well-being If you are experiencing COVID-like symptoms or have a recent COVID exposure, do not attend class if we are meeting in-person. Please email the instructors for accomodations. If you or anyone you know experiences any academic stress, difficult life events, or feelings like anxiety or depression, we strongly encourage you to seek support. Counseling and Psychological Services (CaPS) is here to help; call 412-268-2922 and visit their website at www.cmu.edu/counseling/ . Consider reaching out to a friend, faculty or family member you trust for help getting connected to the support that can help. If you or someone you know is feeling suicidal or in danger of self-harm, call someone immediately, day or night: CaPS: 412-268-2922 Re:solve Crisis Network: 888-796-8226 If the situation is life threatening, call the police. On campus call CMU Police: 412-268-2323 . Off campus: 911 . If you have questions about this, please let the instructors know. 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