Scholarly Teacher

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Gabriele Pinto , Baylor University Key Statement: Implementing elements of active learning into a large course may seem daunting task, but think-pair-share aided by quizzing and clickers can be done in any size classroom. Depending on the classroom setup, group work can also be chaotic and auditorily overwhelming.

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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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Gaggle Speaks

AUGUST 24, 2015

While students should be pushed to step out of their comfort zones and try new things, they should also be free to learn at a pace that is comfortable for them. Students will be turned off from reading or math if they’re constantly required to tackle content or lessons that are too difficult for them to understand.

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Cult of Pedagogy

MARCH 5, 2023

This post was supposed to be just for math teachers. I was going to share an instructional approach that, as dramatic as this sounds, has taken the math world by storm. The methodology is called Thinking Classrooms, and now that I have gotten a closer look at it, I can see that it could work in just about any content area.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

These tools incorporate game elements, such as points, rewards, and leaderboards, to make learning more engaging and interactive. They are often used to teach subjects ranging from languages to math in a fun and competitive environment.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

This immediate feedback loop fosters deeper understanding and promotes active learning. Moreover, classroom learning facilitates social interaction and collaboration among students. Additionally, collaborative tools like Google Docs or Padlet can facilitate group work and encourage peer collaboration.

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k12 Online Schools

MAY 7, 2025

Building a Digital Learning Culture In a traditional classroom, culture is built through physical presence: greetings at the door, shared lunchtime, or spontaneous group work. But online schools have to work harder to build this same community. Content recommendations based on strengths, interests, or learning gaps.

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