Faculty Focus

MAY 11, 2025

In a world where AI skills and fluency will be necessary and marketable, colleges and universities have made efforts to embrace AI in the classroom (e.g., We are needed to engage them and to help them develop curiosity and critical thinking skills to offset their potential AI-induced brain rot. The Age of AI is Upon Us. Saucier, D.

Instructors 98

Instructors Motivation Critical Thinking Students 98

Faculty Focus

JUNE 17, 2025

Higher education institutions are uniquely positioned to: Prepare Students for the Future Workforce : By integrating AI into curricula, institutions can equip students with the skills needed to thrive in an AI-driven economy. His work is grounded in a belief that great design and strategy should serve access, equity, and outcomes.

Ethics 118

Ethics Education Evaluation Fairness 118

k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

This helped them apply knowledge, develop communication skills, and see themselves as active citizens. Additionally, I emphasize context-sensitive pedagogy, particularly for rural and underserved areas where access and background vary significantly.

Interdisciplinary 144

Interdisciplinary Learning Feedback Culture 144

Faculty Focus

JULY 1, 2025

addresses this issue by leveraging data and scaffolding techniques that make learning both measurable and visible. Learning analytics tools embedded in LMS platforms can track completion rates, quiz scores, engagement time, and areas of difficulty. Flipped Classroom 2.0 Educator readiness is another often-overlooked factor.

Critical Thinking 89

Critical Thinking Student Engagement Lecturing Quizzes 89

Faculty Focus

JULY 1, 2025

addresses this issue by leveraging data and scaffolding techniques that make learning both measurable and visible. Learning analytics tools embedded in LMS platforms can track completion rates, quiz scores, engagement time, and areas of difficulty. Flipped Classroom 2.0 Educator readiness is another often-overlooked factor.

Critical Thinking 95

Critical Thinking Student Engagement Lecturing Quizzes 95

Faculty Focus

JUNE 17, 2025

Higher education institutions are uniquely positioned to: Prepare Students for the Future Workforce : By integrating AI into curricula, institutions can equip students with the skills needed to thrive in an AI-driven economy. His work is grounded in a belief that great design and strategy should serve access, equity, and outcomes.

Ethics 75

Ethics Education Evaluation Fairness 75

k12

JULY 10, 2025

Here are some of the benefits of prioritizing online engagement: Improved learning outcomes Increased motivation and self-esteem Enhanced understanding and retention Reduced isolation and increased community Improved completion rates These are the kinds of outcomes every parent hopes for.

Online Learning 52

Online Learning Quizzes Learning Motivation 52

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

Using computers and other learning technology too often can be detrimental to student performance, OECD says. Students who use computers and learning technology at moderate levels tend to have better learning outcomes than students who use computers and learning technology rarely, according to new research from the OECD.

Learning Outcomes 274

Learning Outcomes Technology Learning Testing 274

eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2023

This sparks greater interest in literature, enabling teachers to facilitate meaningful interactions that inspire more compelling classroom discussions that increase critical thinking skills, delivering better learning outcomes. Full Text: access to select full works of literature in an easy-to-use eBook format.

Critical Thinking 247

Critical Thinking Learning Outcomes High School High School 247

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Many high-achieving students use AI to understand their work on a deeper level, consulting these tools for timely personalized feedback, which can enhance comprehension and learning outcomes. Although equitable access to AI in classrooms is a problem, professional learning offers a solution.

Accessibility 305

Accessibility Ethics Learning Fairness 305

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 5, 2023

Research has shown that the way furniture is arranged in a classroom can significantly impact student behavior and learning outcomes (Granito & Santana, 2016; Parks, Corno & Cozzone, 2017). In addition, group seating arrangements can help to build social skills and develop interpersonal relationships among students.

Motivation 481

Motivation Learning Outcomes Communication Coaching 481

Edsurge

JULY 21, 2016

It’s no secret that kids learn better when teachers provide learning activities that keep them engaged. Teachers work tirelessly to plan engaging lessons that capture and keep the interests of their students, thereby making content more accessible. Nonetheless, students also want to enjoy learning.

Learning Outcomes 149

Learning Outcomes Activities Learning Discussions 149

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2023

Through our online series, we explored the power of universally designed blended learning models to achieve deeper learning outcomes. Our discussions culminated in selecting specific challenges to explore in-depth, with the goal of prototyping solutions at the Learning Leaders Summit in Dubai.

Blended Learning 460

Blended Learning Universal Design Learning Motivation 460

Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 22, 2021

What accessibility features might make this space more user-friendly? What skills, abilities, language proficiencies, interests, and/or learning preferences are present in a class? Step #2: Define the Desired Results or Intended Outcomes. Where are they seeing growth in their skills and/or content knowledge?

Blended Learning 535

Blended Learning Teachers Learning Grades 535

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

As the stress of the pandemic, the abrupt shift to remote and hybrid instruction, and the challenge of managing students’ social-emotional learning made teaching incredibly difficult for educators around the world, edtech made learning possible when physical classrooms were no longer accessible.

Skills 212

Skills Students Assignments Essay 212

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 23, 2022

Most teachers dedicate significant time and energy to their instructor role, explaining complex concepts and processes and modeling specific strategies and skills. A video can also make instruction more accessible. The responses always yield the same results. They can pause, rewind, and rewatch a recorded explanation or model.

Blended Learning 498

Blended Learning Feedback Learning Instructors 498

eSchool News

JANUARY 21, 2025

These electives provide students with opportunities to explore interests and develop a well-rounded skill set, fostering engagement and motivation. Students learn differently and are unique, with varying interests and academic needs, and a comprehensive digital curriculum should reflect that. Additional considerations 1.

Gamification 291

Gamification Learning Outcomes Quizzes Students 291

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Student teams–comprising 8 to 10 classes from far-flung cities in e-classrooms of approximately 300 students–have developed responses to such issues as climate change and access to clean water.

Critical Thinking 363

Critical Thinking Knowledge Learning Outcomes Skills 363

eSchool News

JULY 30, 2024

Putting the ‘E’ in integrative STEM instruction For more news on STEAM, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub According to the National Math and Science Initiative , STEM education helps students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, fosters communication, and bolsters teamwork.

STEM 328

STEM Education Critical Thinking Students 328

eSchool News

JANUARY 26, 2021

Gale, a Cengage company, is helping educators enhance skills for virtual lesson planning and online teaching. Now teachers can take control of their own professional learning and find support as they work to use For Educators to drive student learning outcomes.

Teachers 308

Teachers Education Learning Hybrid Learning 308

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

administrators to gather data that can offer insight to support educators as they strive to engage their students in science learning. Science learning builds life skills students will use even if they do not pursue the science in college or as a career. More students need access to hands-on science learning.

Science 305

Science Education STEM Critical Thinking 305

eSchool News

MARCH 16, 2021

Students often struggle to make connections between what they learn in their college courses and the skills they need to be successful after graduation. This connected ecosystem allows us to map learning to outcomes and standards across multiple courses to create a complete portrait of student learning.

Learning 263

Learning Education Students Quizzes 263

eSchool News

MAY 31, 2024

Instead of using VR to gamify the classroom, students can use VR to develop higher-order thinking skills that are critical for thriving in today’s digitally connected society– here’s how. Equity of access is often one of the biggest problems when discussing advantages and disadvantages of AR and VR. What are VR examples?

Textbooks 312

Textbooks Learning Outcomes Student Engagement Science 312

eSchool News

JULY 26, 2024

To allow instructors to create more engaging learning experiences, the Content Designer allows simple, fast, interactive content creation that is mobile friendly and accessible. Blackboard Mastery Learning. Experience the industry’s most modern learning management system with a free trial at www.anthology.com/try.

Instructors 271

Instructors Achievement Intelligence Learning Outcomes 271

eSchool News

OCTOBER 24, 2024

We know that students today are still struggling academically, and research shows that tutoring can have a strong positive impact on student learning outcomes. We also know there are three essential instructional skills that support effective learning. These include problem solving, creative thinking, and collaboration.

Learning Styles 303

Learning Styles Critical Thinking Intelligence Motivation 303

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

For more news on edtech trends, visit eSN’s Digital Learning page Digital learning is a critical component of what happens in today’s classrooms. Edtech tools, connected learning experiences, and 21st-century skills all play a role in preparing students for the future.

Reading 297

Reading Learning Beliefs Learning Styles 297

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2024

“We’re in the early stages of AI adoption in K-12, and it will take all of us–educators, technologists, and organizations–working together to ensure this technology enables teachers and improves learning outcomes for students,” said Leah Belsky, VP and General Manager of Education at OpenAI.

Critical Thinking 278

Critical Thinking Ethics Course Design Learning Outcomes 278

Edsurge

MARCH 4, 2017

In an economy that is moving rapidly in the direction of more independent workers executing high-level projects for a variety of employers, navigating an ever-changing ecosystem of new technologies will be a fundamental skill for workers. Students need access to tools that work.

Accessibility 146

Accessibility Learning Outcomes Evaluation Educational Technologies 146

eSchool News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The technology should augment what the teachers are already doing in the classroom and amplify their impact on student learning outcomes. Higher test scores are often used to measure student achievement, but we know true meaning-making and application of skills are measured in different ways. This is called access to agency.

Hybrid Learning 311

Hybrid Learning Cognitive Development Intelligence Motivation 311

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Do all students have access to the internet? The latest statistics come from Connected Nation’s (CN) Connect K-12 Program’s 2023 Report on School Connectivity , released in collaboration with Funds For Learning (FFL). How does lack of internet access affect students? Key points: U.S. org website.

Internet 271

Internet Schools Accessibility Learning Outcomes 271

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

This year’s Future of Education Technology Conference landed in New Orleans, and the conference was abuzz with post-pandemic learning recovery tools, solutions to promote equity among students and parents, strategies for digital access, student mental health, social and emotional learning tools, and more.

Mobile Devices 341

Mobile Devices Gamification Science STEM 341

Catlin Tucker

MAY 30, 2023

Because ELs come from diverse linguistic backgrounds, their English language skills may vary widely. ELs deserve access to the same content and curriculum as their peers. This ensures they are exposed to grade-level academic content while developing their English language skills.

English 274

English Blended Learning Languages Language 274

eSchool News

DECEMBER 12, 2021

MetaBot is an interactive learning experience that enables all children to build coding literacy and create with technology in any environment using a single smartphone or tablet. . Research shows that AR immersive experiences enhance K-12 learning outcomes and expand opportunities at all levels of learning¹.

Education 263

Education Learning Learning Outcomes Science 263

eSchool News

MARCH 17, 2025

This overnight pivot also exposed inequities in technology access, highlighting a digital divide among students from different socioeconomic backgrounds that persists today. Learning management systems and digital resources became indispensable for assigning work, tracking progress, and providing feedback.

Teaching 302

Teaching Learning Teaching Methods Lecturing 302

eSchool News

JANUARY 9, 2023

Equipping teachers with effective strategies for facilitating student learning, particularly providing flexible access, ensures that educators leverage their years of experience in the classroom, along with evidence-based strategies in educational technology. Prioritizing Academic Acceleration and Achievement.

Achievement 278

Achievement Beliefs History Blended Learning 278

Edsurge

AUGUST 10, 2023

Employers these days are moving to skills-based hiring — looking for signs that candidates have specific abilities rather than just checking for a college degree as a default qualification. And government leaders are also pushing the trend: many state governors , for instance, have adopted skills-based hiring for state positions, and the U.S.

Attention 146

Attention Skills Learning Outcomes Evaluation 146

eSchool News

JULY 14, 2023

At the same time, administrators, teachers, and parents are finding new ways to help these students address learning loss. During my 20+ years in K–12 education, I’ve seen technology play a growing role in making learning more accessible and effective. skills & knowledge), Connections, Cognition, and Confidence.

Math 246

Math Education Learning Learning Outcomes 246