Achievement, Learning Spaces and Student Engagement

AEF Schools: Empowering Students with Individualized Learning, Social Growth, and Real-World Skills

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

That vision became AEF Schools , a place designed for students who needed something differenta structured, supportive environment where learning goes beyond textbooks and tests. Through structured exercises, students improve their ability to plan, organize, regulate emotions, and tackle challenges with confidence.

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Enhance Student Engagement with Virtual Social Learning Spaces

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

The pandemic is presenting new barriers to student engagement, most obviously the lack of physical proximity. Despite the challenges associated with this moment in education, technology is rapidly evolving to allow students more opportunities to engage in social learning spaces online. The Google Suite.

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Teachers say modern learning spaces are critical for student achievement

eSchool News

OCTOBER 12, 2018

And now, teachers are clamoring for modern learning spaces instead of rows of desks facing the front of the classroom, according to new research.

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How 3 schools are reimagining learning spaces

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 9, 2016

As schools depart from traditional instructional methods and environments, some education leaders are discovering how a combination of blended learning and reimagined physical learning spaces can lead to better student engagement and achievement.

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3 ways to reimagine learning spaces

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 26, 2017

As schools depart from traditional instructional methods and environments, some education leaders are discovering how a combination of blended learning and reimagined physical learning spaces can lead to better student engagement and achievement.

Learning Spaces

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MiEN Company Releases White Paper on How Flexible Furniture Creates Active Learning Environments

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.”. Flexible furniture constitutes work surfaces and seating that supports student choice of seating, location and comfort.

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Leveraging edtech for differentiated instruction

eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2025

The combination of automated assessment tools and flexible content delivery methods allows teachers to spot learning gaps quickly while giving students the freedom to master concepts through their preferred learning modes.

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Want to be a stronger digital leader?

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

When we apply principals of efficacy to the Pillars of Digital Leadership , we’re well on our way toward integrating technology with confidence that learning will be transformed. Pillar 1: Student engagement, learning, and achievement: Enhancing essential skill sets that society demands.

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Check out the 21st century classroom in action

eSchool News

OCTOBER 8, 2015

This year, Donahoo’s EAST students are in the process of testing and discovering the new equipment in one of Creston’s two brand-new next-generation learning spaces, also called 21st century classrooms. Better known by the acronym EAST, these classes combine the use of technology with community service.

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The 7 pillars of today’s digital leadership

eSchool News

APRIL 8, 2016

School and district leadership isn’t about a position or title–it’s about improving practices around digital learning. If educators want to see results in student engagement and achievement, they must adapt their leadership practices to an increasingly digitally-focused learning environment.

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5 of the biggest education trends for 2025

eSchool News

JANUARY 31, 2025

Todays students desire more individualized learning approaches, which empower them to use their creativity, explore their passions, and engage with their peers in more collaborative ways. In 2025, schools will incorporate new professional development programs that empower educators to foster engaged learners.

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Function Follows Form: How Two Colleges Redesigned the Classroom for Active Learning

Edsurge

JANUARY 5, 2019

Although a wealth of research suggests that active learning increases student engagement and improves academic outcomes, many college campuses struggle to get faculty to shift away from traditional, sage-on-a-stage style teaching practices. And that dialogue helps inform the work of IU’s learning spaces team.

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The psychology of motivation: Strategies for engaging students

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 23, 2024

Motivation is a phenomenon built on the idea of the action of inside and outside factors that together influence an individual to act in the achievement of his/her aims. The approaches of capitalizing extrinsic motivation Educators need to inculcate the habit of goal setting in students. What does motivation entail?

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5 Ways That Digital Portfolios Can Expand Learning Opportunities

Edsurge

APRIL 6, 2020

Can educators remotely share knowledge, create new lessons and deliver assignments to their students consistently, quickly and easily using this tool? Will this tool enable educators to assess their students’ understanding and growth over time? Digital portfolios address all of the above concerns and more.

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Can We Design Online Learning Platforms That Feel More Intimate Than Massive?

Edsurge

JULY 9, 2018

An entire graduate course at Stanford University explores the principles for designing spaces that support learning. Yet most of our energy has been focused on designing physical learning spaces, even as more teaching and learning shifts online.

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K-12 Tech Innovation News

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 K-12 technology trends help enhance students’ engagement and conceptual understanding.

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Innovative ideas for school libraries

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Holzweiss , a high school educational technology enrichment specialist librarian, shared her tips to help school librarians engage with students, support teachers , and make their school libraries dynamic and welcoming learning spaces. Choice Boards “Student voice, student choice,” Holzweiss said.

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All Things Great and Small: 4 Ways to Build a Bridge Between Data

Edsurge

OCTOBER 24, 2016

How can other conversations mix both big and little data of discipline to support students and create optimal learning environments? Though the use of assessment data to draw conclusions about student achievement creates conversational potholes, it remains an important element of big data. The Glass Half Full.

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17 Hero Awards finalists demonstrate their commitment to education

eSchool News

OCTOBER 20, 2022

The 2021-22 school year presented new opportunities for Hess as the elementary school was renovated over the summer and every learning space was updated to active learning environments. Teachers were very appreciative to have more flexibility and are seeing an increase in student engagement and participation.

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Integrating Active Learning in Large STEM Lectures

Scholarly Teacher

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

These factors converge to understandably discourage teachers with established routines from shifting away from lecturing and into flipped learning, a change that many scholars of pedagogy and education sciences strongly advocate for. Discussion Questions: Reflect on your challenges in teaching a large STEM class.

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Building Student Ownership through Active Learning Strategies

Faculty Focus

MARCH 9, 2023

Professors are positioned and ready to best provide opportunities for students to explore real-world challenges and discover solutions to those challenges within their disciplines and professions. They are like “fish in a fishbowl” because they can be seen from all angles.

Active Learning

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From Feedback to Feedforward: Using AI-Powered Assessment Flywheel to Drive Student Competency

Faculty Focus

MARCH 23, 2025

Besides, providing personalized corrective actions for each student in each low-stake test is both time and resource-intensive. Particularly, in large courses with many students, the additional burden on educators’ heavy workloads cannot be underestimated.

Feedback

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Building Student Ownership through Active Learning Strategies

Faculty Focus

MARCH 9, 2023

Professors are positioned and ready to best provide opportunities for students to explore real-world challenges and discover solutions to those challenges within their disciplines and professions. They are like “fish in a fishbowl” because they can be seen from all angles.

Active Learning

Active Learning Activities Learning Students

From Feedback to Feedforward: Using AI-Powered Assessment Flywheel to Drive Student Competency

Faculty Focus

MARCH 23, 2025

Besides, providing personalized corrective actions for each student in each low-stake test is both time and resource-intensive. Particularly, in large courses with many students, the additional burden on educators’ heavy workloads cannot be underestimated.

Feedback

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How K12 Balances Flexible Online Learning and Structure

k12

MARCH 16, 2025

Structured Assessments: Integrated quizzes, tests, and assignments at key points help track progress and address learning gaps without overwhelming students. Progress Tracking: Detailed tracking tools allow learners and families to monitor achievements, upcoming tasks, and overall performance, supporting flexibility and focus.

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Top 17 Study Tips for Online Learning

k12 Online Schools

APRIL 23, 2025

Whether youre a high school student in a digital program or a parent guiding your child through K12 online education, these strategies and good study habits will help build consistency, confidence, and results. Design a Dedicated Learning Space Where students study impacts how well they study. Watch your favorite movie.

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Teaching Vanguard

AEF Schools: Empowering Students with Individualized Learning, Social Growth, and Real-World Skills

Enhance Student Engagement with Virtual Social Learning Spaces

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Teachers say modern learning spaces are critical for student achievement

How 3 schools are reimagining learning spaces

3 ways to reimagine learning spaces

MiEN Company Releases White Paper on How Flexible Furniture Creates Active Learning Environments

Leveraging edtech for differentiated instruction

Want to be a stronger digital leader?

Check out the 21st century classroom in action

The 7 pillars of today’s digital leadership

5 of the biggest education trends for 2025

Function Follows Form: How Two Colleges Redesigned the Classroom for Active Learning

The psychology of motivation: Strategies for engaging students

5 Ways That Digital Portfolios Can Expand Learning Opportunities

Can We Design Online Learning Platforms That Feel More Intimate Than Massive?

K-12 Tech Innovation News

Innovative ideas for school libraries

All Things Great and Small: 4 Ways to Build a Bridge Between Data

17 Hero Awards finalists demonstrate their commitment to education

Integrating Active Learning in Large STEM Lectures

Building Student Ownership through Active Learning Strategies

From Feedback to Feedforward: Using AI-Powered Assessment Flywheel to Drive Student Competency

Building Student Ownership through Active Learning Strategies

From Feedback to Feedforward: Using AI-Powered Assessment Flywheel to Drive Student Competency

How K12 Balances Flexible Online Learning and Structure

Top 17 Study Tips for Online Learning

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