Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

It turns out that with each passing year, I’m finding it increasingly difficult to capture and hold a student’s attention and focus during my lessons. Our cognitive resources do, however, have a limit; therefore, we must always choose from the available resources that we can pay attention to.

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eSchool News

APRIL 30, 2024

When colleagues ask me the best tools for inspiring curiosity and engaging students: NASA : The NASA website is an invaluable resource, gaining attention recently due to the excitement surrounding events like the solar eclipse. Any educator or students can have access to the full version of Canva for free.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

Course Hero is an online learning platform where you can access course-specific study resources contributed by a community of students and educators. There is a theory in pedagogy that suggests that human beings cannot focus their attention on a single activity for more than 12 minutes. What Is Course Hero?

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

With Origin, teachers can access classroom lessons, generate quick quizzes, and help students find answers on the spot – all with the confidence that they’re pulling content from an LLM specifically trained on vetted, educational content and resources, not from the entirety of the internet.

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Languages Language Quizzes Beliefs 250

eSchool News

AUGUST 14, 2024

Teachers can’t slow down the lesson plans for the entire class to accommodate a few struggling students, and can’t provide individualized attention to all the students who need it to stay on track. Most tools that teachers have for this purpose are lagging indicators such as tests, quizzes, and homework.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Students, in turn, have benefited from increased access to information, personalized learning experiences, and opportunities for collaboration. Looking at K-12 tech innovation news, perhaps the biggest positive impact of technology on education is that of equity of access.

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Technology Education Textbooks Learning Styles 239

eSchool News

AUGUST 11, 2021

Yet for a multitude of reasons, not all students have equal access to quality learning. In 2011, Stephenson championed the Statewide Online Education Program, which was originally passed to increase access to quality, individualized online learning options for students attending public schools. UTAH and ARIZONA (Aug.

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Edsurge

MAY 19, 2022

Blockchain has gotten plenty of attention lately as a new mode of exchange, allowing experimental cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and the sale of NFTs in ways that leave an unalterable, fully transparent public record that tracks the transfer and ownership of digital things.

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Learning Motivation Quizzes Elementary School 217

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 17, 2022

Based on my experience, this builds engagement overall because students know that they need to pay attention as there are quizzes at regular intervals. . Supplement traditional textbooks with digital versions that can be accessed online. Create digital study guides that can be accessed online.

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Exams Technology Quizzes Lecturing 155

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

At its most basic, grading of multiple choice quizzes and tests is now essentially instantaneous. When schools have access to that information, they can intervene, provide help and, potentially, save lives. In education, this increase in capacity is already showing up in numerous forms.

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Intelligence Schools Quizzes Ethics 218

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

How technology has improved teaching and learning Technology has revolutionized teaching and learning by providing innovative tools that enhance educational experiences, making them more engaging, personalized, and accessible. Moreover, technology has broadened access to educational resources , making learning more inclusive.

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Technology Teaching Quizzes Learning 148

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

But are colleges paying attention to what online students want most? Many depend on accessing course resources and lessons seamlessly from online textbooks or other digital resources. This survey asked a broader group of students, while the Wiley study quizzed those in online programs only.

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eSchool News

JULY 28, 2022

These improvements make it easier for educators to find, build, and deliver compelling lessons that capture students’ attention and drive deeper student engagement no matter the subject.? . The total of 400 existing quizzes makes it quick and easy to customize, or educators can create quizzes from scratch or use as-is for turnkey assignments.

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Quizzes Education Learning Assignments 171

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 13, 2024

Thankfully, technological advancements have led to the development of digital tools designed specifically to captivate high school student’s attention and enhance their learning experiences. From virtual reality field trips to interactive quizzing platforms, these 12 tools offer diverse ways to bring lessons to life.

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High School High School Gamification Quizzes 167

eSchool News

MAY 28, 2024

Newark is one of 53 school districts across the country to pilot the tool, which is accessed through Khan Academy’s website rather than a separate app. First Avenue Students can access Khanmigo to get hints for solving challenging math problems or explain concepts they find confusing across all subjects.

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Schools Math Testing Intelligence 268

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 139

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 15, 2024

Some reasons why you may find these tools beneficial are: Organization: organize lesson plans, assignments, and resources efficiently Communication: between teachers, students, and parents to foster a collaborative relationship, keep everyone informed Student Engagement: to make learning more interesting and interactive Time Management: schedule reminders, (..)

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Classroom Management Mobile Devices Plagiarism Quizzes 183

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

“We are excited to help students practice for the National Civics Bee through quizzing and conversations with Khanmigo,” said Kristen DiCerbo, Khan Academy’s chief learning officer. Khanmigo includes important guardrails to encourage proper use of the innovative AI tool.

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Math Middle School Middle School Essay 261

Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Pay Attention to Human Contact. Traditional classes have absolute due dates for classwork, homework, and quizzes. In mine, I publish the due dates for all homework, classwork, and quizzes. Losing access to social media might be all it takes for students to follow the rules. ” Ignore Innocent Mistakes.

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Online Learning Teaching Quizzes Learning 170

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

From increasing student engagement to facilitating personalized instruction, technology provides valuable resources and tools that foster collaboration, improve accessibility, and equip students with essential digital skills needed for success in today’s world. Additionally, technology expands access to resources.

Technology 130

Technology Attention Quizzes Communication 130

Edsurge

MARCH 20, 2020

Virtual meetings 1 or 2 times per week can help students feel connected to their teachers and classmates, but it is helpful to make them optional, due to potential time differences or internet accessibility issues. Also, it is helpful to record meetings and post them for those who could not attend. Focus on healthy living.

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Assignments Learning Schools Quizzes 190

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

The pandemic is changing the way tests and quizzes are conducted at colleges across the country, with the rapid adoption of new tools that proponents say catch cheating, but in ways that many students say amount to an unacceptable invasion of their privacy.

Plagiarism 218

Plagiarism Exams Confidentiality Testing 218

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Given that YouTube continues to be chocked full of educational videos that are often accessible and custom-captioned, perhaps we don’t have to reinvent the wheel or become DIY videographers to find an approach to video-based learning that matches our teaching philosophy?

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

From interactive platforms to digital resources, incorporating technology optimizes accessibility, personalization, and engagement. To enhance K-12 learning through technology, student can access interactive tools like educational apps and digital platforms into lessons, catering to diverse learning styles.

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Gamification Technology Learning Styles Learning 130

Edsurge

MARCH 11, 2019

10 Ways to Innovate and Inspire Students Get more instruction tips with Lessons in Teaching: Practices and Insights from the Course Hero Faculty Club , a collection of 10 college educators' best practices for capturing students’ attention and keeping them engaged. This allows for easy navigation and access by students.

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Curriculum Hybrid Courses Lecturing Gamification 154

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

Of course, not everyone has access to an intensive, in-person training program run by the U.S. To embed quizzes in these resources efficiently, the company uses natural language processing algorithms. Dueling for Attention Work is not the primary reason people use Duolingo. Achievement is not comparable.” government.

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Motivation Languages Language Learning 214

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

It enables personalized instruction, increases student engagement, and provides access to vast educational resources. Interactive tools, such as educational apps and multimedia presentations, captivate students’ attention, making lessons more dynamic and enjoyable. Technology also provides access to a wealth of resources.

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Technology Critical Thinking Learning Styles Attention 130

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

From personalized learning experiences to increased access to resources, technology enhances student engagement, fosters collaboration, and provides flexibility in how, when, and where learning occurs, creating a more dynamic and effective educational environment. Another significant advantage is enhanced access to resources.

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Technology Textbooks Learning Feedback 130

Faculty Focus

MAY 14, 2023

However, by integrating interactive features like quizzes, hotspots, and branching storylines within the video content, instructors can create interactive videos that transform passive viewing into active learning experiences, resulting in improved student performance by up to 30 percent. Dr. Spencer Willis, Jr.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 15, 2021

And no, it’s not more quizzes. But families wanted their younger kids to have access to age-appropriate classes on the tutoring site, too. Families wanted access to games and content designed for their younger kids. That’s also the reason Kahoot decided to launch Kahoot! Kids this week, says CEO Eilert Hanoa.

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Math Reading Quizzes Activities 218

Edsurge

JUNE 19, 2018

After all, so-called MOOCs, or massive open online courses, were meant to open education to as many learners as possible, and in many ways they are more like books (digital ones, packed with videos and interactive quizzes) than courses. Charles Severance, a professor of computer science at the U. And they do. Experiential textbooks?

Teaching 167

Teaching Lecturing Instructors Quizzes 167

Teach Hub

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

This makes it easy for students and teachers to interact, collaborate, and gain access to information all in one place. Teachers create a fun learning game or access one from the library then add videos, images, or diagrams to engage students further. into their LMS platform.

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Quizzes Learning Styles Intelligence Game-Based Learning 105

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

The activation of these schemas draws related information into our memory and can either be increased or decreased in a variety of ways to make memories easier to access or less likely to be retrieved. pre-test quizzes. low-stakes quizzes and practice tests. Schemas of information are stored in long-term memory. opinion polls.

Knowledge 126

Knowledge Quizzes Learning Students 126

eSchool News

MAY 31, 2016

For education leaders looking to take advantage of flexible summer schedules to earn professional development credits, PresenceLearning’s “Decathlon Challenge” webinar series will provide unlimited access to 10 free webinars starting July 10, 2016. Educators who watch 1 or more webinars and pass the end-of-webinar quizzes can earn up to 15.5

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Special Education Quizzes Attention Feedback 117

Edsurge

MAY 26, 2020

Top Hat got its start in the “clicker” business, offering a web-based and mobile classroom response tool that lets instructors gauge whether students understood the lesson (or paid attention). The Toronto-based company once relied on textbook publishers to distribute its technology. But don’t expect to see them on screens just yet.

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Textbooks Multiple Choice Questions Quizzes Fairness 153

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 29, 2017

To support the campaign, ACAC asked college access and success professionals to join them in sharing the reasons applying to college is important using the hashtag #WhyApply. Quizzes and polls work well for this, as do any posts that ask for your audience’s opinion or input, or reinforce a specific action. It also needs to be enticing.

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Quizzes Secondary Education Attention History 127

Edsurge

JUNE 8, 2022

And so they’ve designed systems, strategies and tools to better hold the attention of their students, many of whom are working adults. These institutions may pay attention not only to ordinary life circumstances that can derail students but also to emergencies like the pandemic. You want to avoid that.

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