Discovery Educator Network (DEN): FAQs

See the most frequently asked questions about DEN Connect by DreamBox educators.

 

Getting Started & Challenge FAQs

Q: What is the Discovery Educator Network (DEN Connect)?

A: Trusted by educators since 2005, DEN Connect is one of the most thriving professional learning networks in the world. DEN Members are dedicated to meeting students where they are, enhancing student learning and growth by integrating digital resources with classroom instruction. DEN Connect is open to all educators with access to one or more Discovery Education products:

  • DreamBox Math, Reading Park, and Reading Plus
  • Mystery Science and Reading
  • Discovery Education Experience, Science and Social Studies Techbook
  • Pivot Interactives
  • Doodle Math 
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Click here to see an overview of DEN Connect created by DEN educator.

 

Q: How is DEN Connect similar or different from DreamBox Nation?

A: Like DreamBox Nation, inside DEN Connect you can find and complete challenges to earn rewards, and connect with other educators. However, DreamBox Nation was focused on the Math product.  In DEN Connect, you can access challenges related to all DreamBox, Mystery, Pivot, Doodle, and Discovery Education products (dependent on which products you use in the classroom).

 

Q: Why should I join DEN Connect?

A: There are many benefits to joining and engaging with the DEN Connect community of educators:

  • Connect with engaged, dedicated educators and grow your professional network and c
  • Get monthly messages and updates about new or relevant resources and upcoming events
  • Access exclusive professional development opportunities
  • Share your experience in Discovery Education feedback sessions, or present during special events (in coordination with Discovery Education).
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Click here to open directions to submit an application and join DEN Connect.  

 

Challenge FAQs

Q: How much time do DEN challenges require?

A: Getting Started, DeamBox Math, and DreamBox Reading challenges require between 5-75 minutes to complete. The majority of these challenges require between 10-30 minutes to complete. 

 

Q: What kinds of activities do DEN challenges include?

A:  Challenge activities vary, from reading an article or blog and then responding to reflection questions to completing an online learning module.

 

Need Help?

For the quickest response from DEN Connect experts, please email DECommunity@discoveryed.com

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