9th Grade Making Connections Interactive Videos

Explore metacognition to enhance reading comprehension by learning to make connections. Develop the ability to relate content to personal experiences, other texts, and broader world events, improving reading skills and critical thinking.

Explore text evidence to make critical connections in the fields of astronomy and space exploration. Enhance skills in information analysis and comprehend distinctions and similarities between astronauts and astronomers to deepen understanding of the universe.

Focus on developing the ability to connect texts with personal experiences, other texts, and real-world events. Enhance engagement with texts on a deeper level and improve comprehension by mastering text-to-self, text-to-text, and text-to-world connections.

Learn to establish effective text connections to enhance reading comprehension by understanding various types of text relationships: text-to-self, text-to-text, and text-to-world. Develop the ability to relate personal experiences, other literature, and real-world events to reading material, fostering a deeper understanding of the content.

Examine the pivotal role of executive function skills in brain development and learning, drawing insights from the 'Mind in the Making' framework. This exploration enhances the ability to critically evaluate information, exercise self-control, and embrace challenges associated with lifelong learning.

Explore effective reading strategies by focusing on making connections, such as text-to-self, text-to-world, and text-to-text, to enhance comprehension and retention. Apply these strategies to foster deeper understanding and engagement, improving reading skills.

Critically examine the diverse role of technology in influencing social interactions and relationships. Build debating skills and analyze the effects of digital communication, learning to balance technological advancements with maintaining personal connections.

Explore the foundations of critical thinking by learning to analyze facts and generate objective solutions. Develop the ability to differentiate between true and false information, efficiently organize data, and critically question assumptions to enhance reasoning skills.

Learners will focus on essential 21st-century skills related to learning, literacy, and life, gaining insights into critical thinking, creativity, and effective communication. This will equip them to analyze and solve complex problems in diverse contexts.

Investigate the intricate and controversial narrative of "The Last of Us Part 2," focusing on bold storytelling choices and nuanced depictions of empathy. Gain insights into narrative analysis and character-driven storytelling while exploring the ethical dilemmas and emotional depth in video games.

Explore visual intelligence by focusing on improving perception and understanding through art. Develop critical skills by closely examining art, asking insightful questions, and applying these competencies in various real-world contexts.