Edsurge

MARCH 5, 2018

To build Kiddom Academy, a platform that allows every stakeholder in a school community to be connected and informed to drive student achievement. We’ve learned so much from these passionate educators about what makes a school leader successful in driving achievement, and which qualities act as barriers to school success.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2021

Kristen Brittingham, the chief learning officer for Modern Teacher, have co-authored a white paper titled “Active Learning Environments Support Student Engagement, Collaboration, and Critical Thinking.”. The paper focuses on research regarding the role of active learning environments in the development of these critical skills.

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eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2025

Students engage with the material through interactive simulations, audio lessons, visual presentations, or text-based resources, as teachers monitor both individual growth and class-wide achievement patterns. Educational platforms now incorporate sophisticated gaming mechanics that go beyond basic point systems and badges.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

The toolkit lays the groundwork for you to share the latest education trends and inspire progress amongst your staff and community. Long-Term Trends: Driving ed-tech adoption in K-12 education for five or more years: Redesigning Learning Spaces. Deeper Learning Approaches. Personalizing Learning. Online Learning.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Open communication, active listening, and showing an interest in students’ lives outside of academics are ways teachers can foster these connections. It also involves fostering a sense of community and belonging so that every student feels like an integral part of the class.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2024

With the rapid advancement of technology, digital tools have emerged as powerful assets in achieving this goal. Digital tools such as Khan Academy and Newsela analyze students’ progress, identify areas for improvement, and provide targeted resources and activities to support their learning journey.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

One notable piece of K-12 tech innovation news is the integration of interactive devices and digital learning tools, transforming static learning spaces into dynamic, multimedia-rich environments. These devices and tools empower teachers to create engaging lessons, fostering a more interactive and collaborative learning experience.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

What is the success rate of online learning? The success rate of online learning versus traditional classroom learning is a topic of ongoing research, with various studies examining factors such as academic achievement, retention rates, and student satisfaction. Subsequent studies have provided mixed findings.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 31, 2018

This is a good thing, because it will take motivation from all sides to achieve simpler data connections between systems. School-to-home communications has evolved through three phases. . • The industry has made loads of good progress on interoperability; now it’s on the mind of all educational leaders. Dr. Becky A.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2016

The toolkit lays the groundwork for you to share the latest education trends and inspire progress amongst your staff and community. Long-Term Trends: Driving ed-tech adoption in K-12 education for five or more years: Redesigning Learning Spaces. Deeper Learning Approaches. Personalizing Learning. Online Learning.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 24, 2020

Whether teaching remotely or in the classroom, consider making time—and providing the right types of hands-on tools—for collaboration, learning and growing. We're all striving to get back to at least some version of in-person learning. In recent months, I've focused on bridging the gap between in-person and distance learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

By engaging students in selecting personalized tools, you empower them to take charge of their learning journey. Parental involvement and open communication also play vital roles. It’s important to communicate with students, parents, and specialists to gather detailed information about their needs.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Teachers can incorporate multimedia elements into their lessons, and collaborative tools enable students to work together on projects, fostering teamwork and communication skills that are crucial for their future success. The impact of technology on student learning also extends beyond the classroom walls.

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eSchool News

APRIL 1, 2025

Modern students require interactive and stimulating content to sustain their attention and deepen their learning. The growing importance of student engagement drives pedagogical decisions across educational levels, and research consistently shows that engaged students achieve better academic outcomes.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 25, 2025

It involves collaboration, knowledge sharing, and mutual support among peerstypically people at a similar level of expertise or experienceworking together to achieve a common learning goal. Collaboration Skills : Working with others builds teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills, which are valuable beyond academics.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Furthermore, the booth will show how projection can keep students engaged with content and subject matter projected onto walls – from the floor to the ceiling – and how to achieve this in a cost-effective way. Capable of a 160-inch image, one PowerLite 810E can deliver more than four times the display size of a 75-inch flat panel display.

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eSchool News

APRIL 3, 2025

Solution for teachers : Teachers can foster a culture of integrity by establishing trust and open communication. Research on virtual assessments suggests that having clear and consistent communication about academic honesty and integrity can enhance trust and reduce cheating behaviors.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

This student-centered approach fosters curiosity, creativity, and deeper understanding of concepts as students take ownership of their learning journey. Additionally, collaborative learning promotes teamwork and peer interaction through group activities and discussions.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 11, 2016

With transformative digital changes happening in classrooms today, basic learning management systems now deliver the answers to most of those well worn questions on parent portals. Am I suggesting we do away with conferences now that communication is instantaneous and electronic? Personalized Learning Through Gaming.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

I’m optimistic that proven, coherent technologies in the hands of a committed teacher will achieve the goal of more confident, successful readers. Communications with student-level data tied to outcomes feel relevant and actionable to families. The teacher shortage and initiative fatigue isn’t slowing down in the new year.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Peer teaching encourages collaboration, communication skills development, and deeper comprehension. Metacognitive Strategies : Teaching students to monitor their own learning process, set goals, and regulate their learning enhances self-awareness and fosters academic autonomy. What are the active learning strategies?

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k12 Digest

MARCH 4, 2025

As a leader, Michelle is committed to mentoring, coaching, and fostering a positive learning environment. She believes in nurturing students soft skills, values, community, and teamwork, as well as the pursuit of academic achievements. One key shift is the increased emphasis on group projects and collaborative learning.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Online platforms and learning management systems are other examples of technologies that improve student learning and enable teachers to share resources, assignments, and feedback seamlessly. This fosters a more connected and collaborative learning environment, even beyond the physical classroom.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

By incorporating these active learning strategies into classroom instruction, educators can create dynamic and engaging learning environments that empower students to take ownership of their learning and achieve deeper comprehension and mastery of content. What are some examples of active learning strategies?

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Active Learning Activities Critical Thinking Quizzes 143

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

This method fosters curiosity, creativity, and a deeper understanding of concepts as students take ownership of their learning journey. Additionally, cooperative learning promotes collaboration and peer interaction through group activities and discussions. What are the 5 Cs of teaching?

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Collaborative platforms and communication tools enable real-time interaction and teamwork, supporting both in-person and remote learning. This dynamic approach not only improves learning outcomes but also prepares students for a technologically advanced world.

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Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Impact of Engagement in VLCs on Virtual Students The creation of a virtual learning community (VLC) within an asynchronous online course is intended to take the place of face-to-face PLCs and networking opportunities that students would have if they were to attend on-campus courses. Canvas, etc).

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Video conferencing tools have become essential for remote and hybrid learning, connecting students and educators in virtual classrooms. Social media platforms are leveraged for educational purposes, facilitating communication, collaboration, and resource sharing within a global learning community.

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Technology Teaching Learning Learning Styles 143

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Impact of Engagement in VLCs on Virtual Students The creation of a virtual learning community (VLC) within an asynchronous online course is intended to take the place of face-to-face PLCs and networking opportunities that students would have if they were to attend on-campus courses. Canvas, etc).

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Edsurge

JUNE 28, 2016

A growing body of research is singling out two kinds of PD with the potential to check all these boxes and impact student achievement: coaching and collaboration. A growing body of research is singling out two kinds of PD with the potential to check all these boxes and impact student achievement: coaching and collaboration.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

According to a study by the National Education Policy Center, students engaged in face-to-face instruction tend to achieve higher academic outcomes compared to those in online environments. Furthermore, the social aspect of classroom learning cannot be overlooked. However, online learning also presents certain disadvantages.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 20, 2023

Goals could include achieving a certain GPA, mastering specific subjects, or acquiring relevant skills for their desired profession. By setting measurable and achievable objectives, students can effectively monitor their progress and make necessary adjustments to their study plans.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 20, 2023

Goals could include achieving a certain GPA, mastering specific subjects, or acquiring relevant skills for their desired profession. By setting measurable and achievable objectives, students can effectively monitor their progress and make necessary adjustments to their study plans.

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Failure Students Lecturing Feedback 96

Faculty Focus

JULY 2, 2023

Transitioning to distance learning and teaching no longer needs to be the goal of higher education leadership in preparing and supporting faculty but, rather, the focus should be on investing in dedicated planning and installation of processes that support and sustain high quality online instruction (Gregory & Martindale, 2016).

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Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2023

But the monotonous presentation of information and lengthy one-way communication in didactic lecture lacks student engagement and makes students passive listeners in their learning process. Given the prevalence of lecturing, educators need to be concerned about how to produce better learning and promote student success from lectures.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2023

But the monotonous presentation of information and lengthy one-way communication in didactic lecture lacks student engagement and makes students passive listeners in their learning process. Given the prevalence of lecturing, educators need to be concerned about how to produce better learning and promote student success from lectures.

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Lecturing Instructors Minute Papers Students 95

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

The collaborative process not only demystified research and writing but also empowered students to see these activities as positive, engaging, and enjoyable experiences. Reflecting on this experience, I have identified several key takeaways to carry forward into the new semester of teaching and learning.

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