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Beyond formulas: Embracing complexity in writing instruction

eSchool News

Standardization may improve test scores in certain situations, but does not necessarily improve learning. Do they have access to the tools necessary to be successful? Composers bring different needs and strategies to each new composing task, and it is important for instructors to be aware of those differences.

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Steps Toward Creating a More Accessible and Inclusive College Classroom

Faculty Focus

Enacting equity pedagogy as an essential component of multicultural education (Banks & Banks, 1995) requires instructors to become change agents. Provide multiple sources and access points for assignment requirements and expectations (written descriptions, presentations, instructional videos, examples, rubrics).

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Look to the Science: Understanding how Mind, Brain and Education Science can Inform Educational Practices

k12 Digest

In fact, one such study demonstrated that students who were taught in classroom environments which employed strategies aligned to research such as productive struggle, discourse, movement and problem solving scored significantly higher on post-tests recalling and applying previous learning than the control group.

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Dual Enrollment Numbers Are Rising. Colleges Want Them to Keep Growing.

Edsurge

Research shows that it can also be difficult to access these courses, though, especially for students of color and those from lower income areas. This data has broadened education researchers understanding of dual enrollment programs, including how access varies from state to state and which subjects are the most crucial for dual enrollment.

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Look to the Science: Understanding how Mind, Brain and Education Science can Inform Educational Practices

k12 Digest

In fact, one such study demonstrated that students who were taught in classroom environments which employed strategies aligned to research such as productive struggle, discourse, movement and problem solving scored significantly higher on post-tests recalling and applying previous learning than the control group.

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Retrieval in Action: Creative Strategies from Real Teachers

Cult of Pedagogy

But if you’re new here, I’ll give you a very quick overview: Retrieval practice is the act of trying to recall something you learned from memory by doing things like taking a test on it or using flashcards instead of just looking at, rereading, or reviewing the information. “It doesn’t have that fun feeling.

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How to Make Online Learning More Engaging and Effective for Students

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Leveraging Technology One of the most significant advantages of online learning is access to various digital tools that go far beyond what’s available in a traditional classroom. Making Learning Accessible Every student deserves a learning environment that meets them where they are, which is one of the biggest strengths of online education.