eSchool News

MARCH 19, 2025

This program also provides the educator with the ability to assign the same science article to students to read, but at their reading level. Having students work together in partners and/or groups with the virtual labs, models, and other resources provided has helped increase engagement in my classes, as well as assist with teamwork.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 8, 2024

One of the most accessible practices on this list might be collaborative assignments and projects. Collaborative Activities Collaborative learning activities are a great way to assist students to think critically, communicate effectively, consider the thoughts and perspectives of others, and work together to solve problems.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 8, 2024

One of the most accessible practices on this list might be collaborative assignments and projects. Collaborative Activities Collaborative learning activities are a great way to assist students to think critically, communicate effectively, consider the thoughts and perspectives of others, and work together to solve problems.

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Assignments Instructors Critical Thinking Activities 89

Edsurge

OCTOBER 1, 2020

“Synchronous online learning” generally refers to live learning activities that must happen at a set time (often over Zoom or a similar platform), while “asynchronous online learning” refers to almost everything else (completing assignments, doing readings, watching videos, etc.).

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

The nation must act with urgency and purpose to ensure all students have access to high quality online learning opportunities,” they write. Ensuring that all students have high-speed internet access and functioning devices is a baseline requirement for virtual learning. The report also includes a foreword co-written by five former U.S.

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Edsurge

APRIL 9, 2020

says some students don’t have robust access to technology, so not all of them are able to participate. Others have parents who are working essential jobs and no older siblings to help with schoolwork. Teachers of older students are assigning group work and creating breakout chat rooms in Zoom.

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Learning Participation English Internet 218

Cult of Pedagogy

OCTOBER 1, 2023

It’s pretty well known in educational circles that cooperative learning is supported by research, but so many teachers still struggle with it, so when things don’t work well, they give it up. So when you assign partner work, do it with intention. to determine groups.

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Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 6, 2022

For instance, when assigned to work in groups during class, students who may have trouble focusing or even hearing the discussion due to the noise level may ask the professor for permission to work in the library or outside. in-person, online, or hybrid). Cold or random call. Accommodations for online courses.

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Disabilities Exams Lecturing Education 144

Edsurge

MARCH 11, 2021

What we’ve done: After our brief mini-lesson on fractions, we assigned students to different stations based on a unit pretest that Tonja had given, along with informal observations we made during instruction. Both Tonja and I worked with separate groups of students. For remote learners, we used an online assessment.)

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Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Individual Work: Individual assignments and assessments are an expected part of any college class as we must ensure that students independently have an understanding of the course concepts. But I do try to make those assignments as engaging as possible. Here are a few outcomes: Group Final?!?:

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Exams Syllabus Group work Assignments 116

Edsurge

JANUARY 2, 2019

And improved access to devices and high-speed Wi-Fi means that traditional classrooms lectures need not be limited to the physical classroom space. Student reflection assignments have been shown to produce cathartic effects on academic performance and even health. Provide opportunities for students to reflect.

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Technology Teaching Intellectual Development Instructors 167

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Individual Work: Individual assignments and assessments are an expected part of any college class as we must ensure that students independently have an understanding of the course concepts. But I do try to make those assignments as engaging as possible. Here are a few outcomes: Group Final?!?:

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Exams Syllabus Group work Assignments 111

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Part 1: Pedagogical approaches Backward design Set the course goals and lesson objectives, then plan activities, assignments, and evaluations/assessments that align with the goals and objectives. Provide variety in assignments. Assign a pre-lesson oral or written summary of a reading text or video clip.

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Motivation Instructors Lecturing Feedback 126

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Tools like Google Classroom, Zoom, and interactive whiteboards enable remote learning, making education accessible beyond the physical classroom. Not all students have access to the necessary devices or reliable internet, exacerbating existing inequalities. One of the significant benefits of Google Classroom is its accessibility.

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Educational Technologies Technology Education Quizzes 130

Gaggle Speaks

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

Allow students to work through their own personal learning path in a private space, which can add further value to their group contributions. In addition to the read-only pages, teachers can use OneNote for group work opportunities. Access Now >> Setup Shared Spaces. Incorporate other Office 365 apps.

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Students Assignments Group work Reading 111

Edsurge

JANUARY 9, 2019

Dropbox Paper or Google Docs : these mainstream collaborative word-processing tools let instructors invite students to collaborate on assignments or group work. This past semester, each student submitted reading notes as an assignment in the LMS. Trello : a virtual stack of index cards where students can add their ideas.

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Instructors Syllabus Peer Review Students 161

Edsurge

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Guidebooks to structure group work. These active learning strategies can work in any course—for any major, in any discipline. This cross-discipline sharing of ideas is fast becoming accessible to educators everywhere, thanks to emerging technologies and online communities. YouTube videos for extra credit. Vocab riddles.

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Active Learning Activities Teaching Multidisciplinary 163

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

Instead of assigning students the same structured projects (such as the age-old puzzles that move a robot through a maze), empower students to write code for something they really care about. Collaboration and group work is fundamental. But as students work on more advanced projects, the tasks can quickly get difficult.

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Science Art Social Studies Language 168

Edsurge

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Fojan: I remember growing up and being the kid that got assigned into a group and ending up doing the majority of the work, oftentimes because the assignments were not as robust and could essentially be completed by one person. When you’re working on a complex problem, there's a lot that gets built into solving it.

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Intelligence Education Assignments Middle School 187

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

So, excited to play the role of student in a new subject area, she enlisted the help of a media scholar and former radio journalist to workshop the assignment rubric. Design and assign specific roles What Is Course Hero? Dynamics of group interaction play a huge role in society, so Calarco fosters positive group work in her classroom.

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Teaching Multidisciplinary Culture Feedback 167

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Part 1: Pedagogical approaches Backward design Set the course goals and lesson objectives, then plan activities, assignments, and evaluations/assessments that align with the goals and objectives. Provide variety in assignments. Assign a pre-lesson oral or written summary of a reading text or video clip.

Motivation 111

Motivation Instructors Lecturing Feedback 111

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 6, 2022

For instance, when assigned to work in groups during class, students who may have trouble focusing or even hearing the discussion due to the noise level may ask the professor for permission to work in the library or outside. in-person, online, or hybrid). Cold or random call. Accommodations for online courses.

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Disabilities Exams Lecturing Education 98

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key points: Education technology is a classroom must-have Technology enables access to important resources Stay up to date on the latest in education technology The use of education technology in the classroom has revolutionized the way teaching and learning occur, offering new opportunities to enhance educational experiences.

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Technology Teaching Learning Styles Quizzes 137

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Educational software, multimedia presentations, and online resources provide opportunities for personalized learning, skill development, and access to a wealth of information in today’s digital age. Moreover, incorporating technology as a teaching method enhances engagement and facilitates interactive learning experiences.

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Teaching Teaching Methods Critical Thinking Learning Styles 130

k12 Digest

MARCH 4, 2025

With the rise of digital tools, students now have access to a wealth of information at their fingertips, allowing for more self-directed learning. Additionally, there is the challenge of ensuring AI tools are equitable, as not all students have the same access to technology outside of school.

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Technology Teaching Methods Critical Thinking Learning Styles 130

EdTech Magazine

APRIL 9, 2018

I’ve used this space for flipped classrooms when I have students do group work in class, like this example from a course on Greek archaeology: Each group of students can work simultaneously on one page, adding content which is marked with a vertical colored stripe and the student’s initials so you can see which student added which content.

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Education Instructors English Language 126

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

I had access to those reports, which showed a raw score, as well as individual scores by domain: ideas, organization, style and conventions. Then, I developed assignments aligned to each domain so that we could monitor progress more specifically. Every student in my class had taken and failed the graduation writing test.

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Failure Learning Testing Assignments 108

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Virtual classrooms, online forums, and digital learning platforms now complement traditional classroom settings, offering flexibility and accessibility to learners worldwide. While online learning offers flexibility and accessibility, it may lack the same level of engagement and interaction found in traditional classrooms.

Learning 130

Learning eLearning Instructors Learning Styles 130

Gaggle Speaks

AUGUST 8, 2016

Try using a blog as an ePortfolio where students can store and track their assignments. The great thing about using a blog as an ePortfolio is that students will always have access to it even after they’ve completed your course. Classroom Blogs. Blogs are an excellent way to encourage teamwork and collaboration among your students.

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Education Curriculum Design Assignments Critical Thinking 66

Faculty Focus

JUNE 8, 2023

To accomplish this, I used lecture capture services to provide video recordings directly to the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) and all assignments were done through Canvas. I shifted to more written, reflective assignments and turned my proctored exams into open-book, take-home exams. The exercises are relatively short (e.g.,

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Student Engagement Lecturing Students Exams 102

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 2, 2025

Assign AI-based exercises to help students review concepts, but keep explanations and discussions teacher-led. Pair AI-driven practice with group work, discussions, and hands-on activities. The real advantage isnt just having access to AI. But this happens only when its used the right way. Instead, they should support it.

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Critical Thinking Education Feedback Learning 111

Edsurge

AUGUST 23, 2016

Take a technique Lemov calls Making it Accessible, which suggests ways to help kids connect with rigorous content rather than run from it. My go-to resource is @Doug Lemov 's Teach Like a Champion 2.0 , which includes over 60 techniques that are practical, engaging and easy to incorporate into everyday lessons. Connect (or disconnect.)

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Teachers Coaching Testing Discussions 108

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 24, 2018

You can publish classroom notes, schedules, homework, group work, and collaborate with other classes. Accounts don’t require emails and can be accessed from both desktops and mobile devices, A decade ago, PBWorks was the second name that teachers thought of when considering a wiki, eclipsed only by Wikispaces.

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Mobile Devices Blended Courses Discussions Knowledge 75

Cult of Pedagogy

MARCH 5, 2023

Thinking Tasks Unlike in a more traditional classroom, where the lesson might start with direct instruction from the teacher, a typical day in a Thinking Classroom starts with the teacher assigning thinking tasks for students to work on in groups, and direct instruction is only given on an as-needed basis. See what happens.”

Math 52

Math Assignments Group work Social Studies 52

k12 Online Schools

MAY 2, 2025

It makes learning accessible from anywhere. Online students can now attend classes across borders, access specialized courses not offered locally, and learn at a pace that suits them. But this access comes with a trade-off: more time spent in front of screens. Online schooling brings undeniable benefits. It allows flexibility.

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Technology Schools Reading Math 52

k12 Online Schools

MAY 7, 2025

Teachers are creating private Instagram accounts to post assignment reminders, memes related to class topics, or celebrate student achievements. Building a Digital Learning Culture In a traditional classroom, culture is built through physical presence: greetings at the door, shared lunchtime, or spontaneous group work.

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Online Learning Ethics Education Learning 52

Edsurge

MAY 20, 2020

Meanwhile, teaching assistants led the weekly group sessions via Zoom, at the same time each week. And Balogh started sending a weekly email to go over what was expected that week in terms of assigned readings and a required film viewing. And students were doing a lot of group work.” So how did it go?

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