{"id":9502,"date":"2024-11-01T15:54:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-01T19:54:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/?p=9502"},"modified":"2024-11-04T16:56:41","modified_gmt":"2024-11-04T21:56:41","slug":"current-events-in-the-classroom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/current-events-in-the-classroom\/","title":{"rendered":"How to teach current events in the classroom with Nearpod"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Teaching <a href=\"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/t\/current-events--F107969\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">current events<\/a> in the classroom is an effective strategy for bringing subject areas together while making real-world connections for your students. The longer I\u2019m in education, the more I find myself using words like \u201cinfused\u201d or \u201cintegrated\u201d to describe how I teach. Because that\u2019s exactly what good teaching does: it integrates information from a variety of areas in a meaningful way. This can span from incorporating math in a science experiment to using ELA to explore a historical event. Integrating gets you the biggest bang for your buck in the classroom. Resources like <a href=\"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nearpod<\/a> are helpful for the busy teacher struggling to find current events activities.&nbsp;Once you start looking, you\u2019ll find plenty of topics that can meet your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><strong>New to Nearpod? <\/strong><em>Teachers can sign up for a free Nearpod account below to access these resources, interactive activities, and engaging lessons. Administrators can schedule a call with an expert to unlock the full power of Nearpod for schools and districts.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/signup\/?role=teacher\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Teachers: Sign up for free<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/go.nearpod.com\/admin-form-blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Administrators: Schedule a call<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-are-current-events-in-the-classroom-important\"><strong>Why are current events in the classroom important?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Too often, our curriculum leaves students asking \u201cWhen am I going to use this in real life?&#8221; or &#8220;What does this have to do with me?\u201d That\u2019s why I love throwing in current events in the classroom that relate to our core content focus. I\u2019ll pull from local news outlets, YouTube videos, and even social media posts, to help connect content to student&#8217;s lives beyond the classroom. Using these resources as hooks or extensions is a great way to answer those \u201cWhy\u201d questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In our recent Science unit on pollution and human impact, I used sources on issues local to our Florida community. We learned about beach erosion, water pollution, and invasive species like the lionfish and the Burmese python. <a href=\"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/student-engagement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Student engagement<\/a> was through the roof! In addition to being current and interesting, it was close enough to home that students felt they could actually make a difference. Watching my students not only invest in a topic but also want to take action is enough to move this teacher to tears!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In our globally connected community, information is traveling at an unprecedented pace. Information is at our fingertips thanks to the internet\u2013\u2013and the struggle to sift through it to find credible, balanced information is all too real. It is more important than ever for our students to foster <a href=\"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/media-literacy-fake-news\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">media literacy skills<\/a>, such as listening to various viewpoints, synthesizing information, and forming their own opinions. It\u2019s also important that they begin to see themselves as actors of change from a young age. Implementing current events for students is a strategy that will keep them aware of real-world problems and situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/t\/current-events--F107969\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download free current event lessons<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-teach-current-events-in-the-classroom-with-nearpod\"><strong>How to teach current events in the classroom with Nearpod<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-nearpod-s-current-event-lessons\"><strong>Nearpod\u2019s current event lessons<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nearpod\u2019s growing <a href=\"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/t\/current-events--F107969\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Current Events lesson library<\/a> for elementary, middle school, and high school students is constantly being updated with new lessons and fresh topics. It\u2019s nice to know that their current events lessons will be just that: current! Nearpod\u2019s founder said it best when he asked: \u201cWhen\u2019s the last time your textbook got an update?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>Last week we published a lesson on <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/NotreDame?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#NotreDame<\/a> , this week on the <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/BlackHolePicture?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#BlackHolePicture<\/a> &#8211; Q: did your textbooks get an update too? <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/wRgCYO5PBS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/t.co\/wRgCYO5PBS<\/a><\/p><p>\u2014 Guido Kovalskys (@GuidoNearpod) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/GuidoNearpod\/status\/1120865122354978816?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">April 24, 2019<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>For me&#8230;at least 5 years ago! There\u2019s no question that Nearpod is leading the charge with engaging, relevant, and impactful current events in the classroom\u2013\u2013another indicator of a curriculum well worth the investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-current-events-lessons.png\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-current-events-lessons-1024x556.png\" alt=\"Nearpod current events lessons\" class=\"wp-image-35968\" width=\"806\" height=\"437\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-current-events-lessons-1024x556.png 1024w, https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-current-events-lessons-300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-current-events-lessons-768x417.png 768w, https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-current-events-lessons-1536x834.png 1536w, https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-current-events-lessons.png 1597w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 806px) 100vw, 806px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We must provide students with multiple perspectives and resources as they are bombarded with information and opinions daily. Students must learn to evaluate their sources. Each Nearpod current events lesson plan does this using various news sources and media forms, such as online news articles and informative videos. They encourage students to think for themselves about what they read or see. Throughout the entire lesson, students maintain a conversation about what is happening, what they hear, and how they feel about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-4 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/t\/current-events--F107969\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download free current event lessons<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-collaborate-board\"><strong>Collaborate Board<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to start a current events class is to see what students already know, or think they know, about the issue or event. Nearpod\u2019s lessons use the Collaborate Board to spark this conversation. Teachers and students can see in real time what their peers are saying and engage with each other&#8217;s responses. This tool is a great resource to use to guide classroom discussions and model effective communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-draw-it\"><strong>Draw It <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The lessons also include Draw It activities with a graphic organizer or blank background. When teaching through informational text, it&#8217;s important to help students understand how to use their critical thinking skills and simplify complex information or difficult topics. By encouraging students to visualize and interpret information, Draw It fosters critical thinking and a deeper understanding of the events. This approach helps students process information creatively, making it easier for teachers to assess their understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-Draw-It-activity-for-current-event-lesson.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-Draw-It-activity-for-current-event-lesson-1024x785.png\" alt=\"Nearpod Draw It activity for current event lesson\" class=\"wp-image-35970\" width=\"558\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-Draw-It-activity-for-current-event-lesson-1024x785.png 1024w, https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-Draw-It-activity-for-current-event-lesson-300x230.png 300w, https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-Draw-It-activity-for-current-event-lesson-768x589.png 768w, https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-Draw-It-activity-for-current-event-lesson.png 1391w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 558px) 100vw, 558px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-polls\"><strong>Polls<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, some of these lessons use the Poll feature to assess students&#8217; skills in forming their opinions or making judgments after engaging with a source of information. For example, the question can say, &#8220;Based on the information you&#8217;ve just learned, do you believe [topic\/issue] is something that should be addressed immediately?&#8221; You can provide students with three options: \u201cYes\u201d, \u201cNo\u201d, and \u201cI need more information to decide.\u201d This is powerful (and one of my favorite parts of the lessons) because we often make snap judgments on issues without understanding the full breadth of it. Each of these Nearpod lessons provides a wealth of information but reminds students to educate themselves fully before forming an opinion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-wrap-up\"><strong>Wrap up<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As the lesson wraps up, students revisit their initial thoughts on the issue to see if they have changed. I also like to encourage students to share what facts make them feel a certain way. They can continue to root their thinking in information, not blind opinion. Think-Pair-Share, Class Discussion, and Open-Ended Questions are all used for this purpose and serve as effective conclusions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-slides-for-Paris-Olympics-2024-current-event-lesson.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-slides-for-Paris-Olympics-2024-current-event-lesson-1024x604.png\" alt=\"Nearpod slides for Paris Olympics 2024 current event lesson\" class=\"wp-image-35972\" width=\"694\" height=\"409\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-slides-for-Paris-Olympics-2024-current-event-lesson-1024x604.png 1024w, https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-slides-for-Paris-Olympics-2024-current-event-lesson-300x177.png 300w, https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-slides-for-Paris-Olympics-2024-current-event-lesson-768x453.png 768w, https:\/\/nearpod.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Nearpod-slides-for-Paris-Olympics-2024-current-event-lesson.png 1157w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 694px) 100vw, 694px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-start-using-nearpod-to-teach-current-events\"><strong>Start using Nearpod to teach current events<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Incorporating a strong current events curriculum into schools is a powerful way to engage students with real-world issues. By integrating timely topics, such as local or global news stories, students not only gain a deeper understanding of the world around them but also develop essential skills like evaluating sources and forming educated opinions. With resources like Nearpod, teachers can seamlessly implement current events into their curriculum, ensuring that lessons are relevant, interactive, and impactful for today\u2019s learners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><strong>New to Nearpod? <\/strong><em>Teachers can sign up for a free Nearpod account below to access these resources, interactive activities, and engaging lessons. 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