Edsurge

JULY 1, 2017

Too many discussions of edtech focus on tools (like tablets, clickers, learning-management systems, smart boards, etc). Two years ago we renovated an old computer lab into an active learning classroom. I would put classes in there that are made up of groups.” We’re not alone in redesigning high-tech classrooms.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 13, 2024

Jean Piaget, a Swiss psychologist, profoundly impacted educational theory with his comprehensive theory of cognitive development. His work was developed in the mid-20th century, but it remains highly relevant and influential in today’s classrooms. Hands-on activities (i.e., Sensory experiences (i.e.,

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

The integration of digital tools such as interactive software, cloud-based platforms, and adaptive learning systems has shifted traditional educational models towards more personalized, flexible, and engaging learning experiences. What is the definition of educational technology?

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Cult of Pedagogy

OCTOBER 1, 2023

It’s pretty well known in educational circles that cooperative learning is supported by research, but so many teachers still struggle with it, so when things don’t work well, they give it up. It can be effective to have groups of 4 or 5, a couple of partners, and a few students working alone.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 15, 2020

Multimedia learning tools play an important role in classrooms in a number of ways–including, but not limited to, boosting creativity, encouraging student engagement, and helping students learn to collaborate. Natural leaders may emerge during group work as part of a team presentation assignment.

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Learning Tools Learning Assignments Group work 171

Faculty Focus

MAY 29, 2025

After 13 years of testing higher-order active learning modalities in the classroom, collecting data, building a database, and analyzing student learning results in bi-annual principles of marketing classes, my colleague and I saw two important results emerge.

Student Engagement 91

Student Engagement Syllabus Learning Students 91

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

From traditional classroom learning approaches like lectures and textbooks to innovative methodologies such as active learning and technology integration, these methods aim to promote effective and dynamic learning experiences. What are the 5 methods of teaching? What are the 5 methods of teaching?

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Edsurge

JANUARY 2, 2019

During my early days of teaching in graduate school, educational technology was sold more for its posh than performance. The narrative I often hear centers on how students may resist active learning approaches, a teaching style that often (but not always) is predicated on some technology. Leverage partners.

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Faculty Focus

JANUARY 21, 2025

Trusting students does not mean ignoring accountability; it means designing courses, policies, and practices that build their confidence and skills while treating them as equal partners in their education. Active Learning: From Fear to Engagement Fear of failure can stifle creativity and learning.

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Plagiarism Syllabus Ethics Feedback 122

Edsurge

AUGUST 28, 2019

Dear Bonni, You have shared often about active learning strategies and the impact they have on student learning. However, I am dubious that the approaches you describe work with large classes. The following is the latest installment of the Toward Better Teaching advice column. The authors—Stephen L.

Learning 162

Learning Students Assignments Participation 162

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 21, 2025

Trusting students does not mean ignoring accountability; it means designing courses, policies, and practices that build their confidence and skills while treating them as equal partners in their education. Active Learning: From Fear to Engagement Fear of failure can stifle creativity and learning.

Plagiarism 98

Plagiarism Syllabus Ethics Feedback 98

Gaggle Speaks

AUGUST 24, 2015

Conversations about technology in education always seem to be focused on the reasons why students need this or that technology. It’s rare when anyone considers the other—and perhaps more important—angle: Students want to learn with technology. This creates a more active learning experience for everyone.

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Technology Blended Learning Mobile Devices Students 111

EAB

AUGUST 9, 2023

Blogs Trauma-informed practices in higher education: Building support communities from the top down August 9, 2023 Joanna Krueger Associate Professor of Chemistry, UNC Charlotte The views and opinions expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of EAB.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 18, 2024

Torres, PhD, is the department chair and Aubrey Statti, EdD, is a core faculty member of the educational psychology and technology program at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. The post Creating Connections: Team-Building Activities for the Online Classroom appeared first on Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning.

Activities 111

Activities Instructors Participation Questions 111

Faculty Focus

JULY 18, 2024

Torres, PhD, is the department chair and Aubrey Statti, EdD, is a core faculty member of the educational psychology and technology program at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. The post Creating Connections: Team-Building Activities for the Online Classroom appeared first on Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning.

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Activities Instructors Participation Questions 109

Edsurge

MARCH 21, 2017

Really, to be frank, we were driven to do this because we didn’t have the money to build the buildings, because the students wanted to graduate on time and our core mission is to raise the educational attainment of our community. If adaptive learning is ’learning my way,’ then what we’re building is ’learning my way, together.’

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Lecturing Students Faculty Development Collaborative Learning 126

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2024

Breakout sessions allow for students to choose not only a topic they’d like to explore further, but also how they would like to explore it with a small group of their peers. Collaborative learning is something that many of us already utilize in our classrooms in the form of small group work. References Bolkan, S.,

Motivation 107

Motivation Instructors Discussions Lecturing 107

k12 Online Schools

MAY 7, 2025

From Distraction to Connection: How Social Media is Changing Education Online learning has exploded in recent years , and with it, the digital ecosystems that surround it. Once viewed purely as a distraction from studies, social media is now carving out a legitimate place in the educational landscape. Chief among them?

Online Learning 52

Online Learning Ethics Education Learning 52

Faculty Focus

JUNE 8, 2023

Many universities embraced the idea of increased flexibility to enable greater autonomy and allow students to pursue their education while managing other challenges in their life. Throughout the 18 lectures, there were 14 activities each worth five points (11 counted towards the grade; 13.75% of the overall grade). link] McMurtrie, B.

Student Engagement 102

Student Engagement Lecturing Students Exams 102

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Traditional classroom learning is now modernizing Debates remain about online vs. classroom learning Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends Classroom learning remains a cornerstone of education, fostering a dynamic environment where students engage with peers and instructors in real-time.

Learning 130

Learning eLearning Instructors Learning Styles 130

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2024

Breakout sessions allow for students to choose not only a topic they’d like to explore further, but also how they would like to explore it with a small group of their peers. Collaborative learning is something that many of us already utilize in our classrooms in the form of small group work. References Bolkan, S.,

Motivation 88

Motivation Instructors Discussions Lecturing 88

Cult of Pedagogy

MARCH 5, 2023

What he saw was not surprising: classroom after classroom of students who were not engaged and not actively learning. “If they’re not thinking, they’re not learning. Thousands of math teachers are already using this approach, and it’s spreading to other subject areas as well. ” Liljedahl explains.

Math 52

Math Assignments Group work Social Studies 52

Scholarly Teacher

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Rachel Thelen , The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry Noelle Haight , Occupational Therapist and Educator Julia VanderMolen , University of the Pacific Key Statement: Four helpful tips, including backwards design, for the new instructor looking to (re)design their course. American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education, 87 (9), 12.

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Instructors Curriculum Quizzes Lecturing 52

Edsurge

MAY 20, 2020

This week’s podcast sponsor is Emporia State University’s online Elementary Education program: designed for career changers interested in becoming elementary teachers. It was something of an experimental lecture class, one that used “ active learning ” techniques. And students were doing a lot of group work.”

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Faculty Focus

MARCH 11, 2025

Many take these courses as part of general education, not personal interest, creating a challenge in maintaining engagement and fostering deeper understanding (Haak et al. To address these challenges, educators must adopt approaches that make biology accessible and meaningful.

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Interdisciplinary Instructors Students Motivation 62

Faculty Focus

MARCH 11, 2025

Many take these courses as part of general education, not personal interest, creating a challenge in maintaining engagement and fostering deeper understanding (Haak et al. To address these challenges, educators must adopt approaches that make biology accessible and meaningful.

Interdisciplinary 60

Interdisciplinary Instructors Students Motivation 60