Social Studies Breakout

Melinda Bolles, Richland Middle School 8th grade Social Studies teacher is always looking for innovative ways to teach her students about history. Working with her Digital learning Specialist, Melinda created a Breakout edu session over Exploration and Colonization. “Students figured out quickly that they couldn't rely on me for the information. They had to learn it for themselves. That's kind of a big deal-they've been spoon fed in so many classes for so long that they have come to expect that teachers are the givers of the knowledge.” said Mrs. Bolles. She continued, “They are improving their critical thinking skills and realizing that the answers won’t always be right in front of them.” The breakout was a huge hit with the students and Melinda is planning on creating more sessions in the near future.