Catlin Tucker

MAY 4, 2020

This presents myriad opportunities to engage students in active learning online. Provide students with an agenda and a list of discussion questions ahead of time. If teachers provide the discussion questions ahead of time, students who need more time to process the questions have time to do so.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 29, 2018

These active learning strategies can work in any course—for any major, in any discipline. Some of the most dynamic thinkers and doers in education today are pioneers in active learning. Some of the most dynamic thinkers and doers in education today are pioneers in active learning. A tattoo writing exercise.

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Faculty Focus

MARCH 9, 2023

Whether you are considering redesigning an entire course, enhancing current in-class activities, or incorporating a more interactive approach to what you are already doing, active learning strategies offer a variety of options that are relevant across all levels and disciplines.

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Active Learning Activities Learning Students 138

Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

Actively Learn is a freemium online education platform that allows students to read a book (or some other document), make comments, answer questions posed by the teacher, and even collaborate with others. What is Actively Learn. CCSS) and can include embedded questions, scaffolded notes, and topical media.

Active Learning 138

Active Learning Activities Social Studies Learning 138

eSchool News

JUNE 24, 2021

To help educators make the most of new teaching strategies and tools, MiEN Company has published “ A Guide to Creating Dynamic Active Learning Spaces.”. To further help educators, the guide includes a checklist of questions to ask when evaluating which spaces to redesign for active learning. About MiEN Company.

Learning Spaces 130

Learning Spaces Active Learning Activities Learning 130

k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Active and Experiential Learning The brain-based learning framework consistently emphasizes the importance of active learning. Lecture is a common passive learning practice. Therefore, it seems logical that applying strategies aligned to those principles would be beneficial to both teachers and students.

Science 246

Science Education Motivation Lecturing 246

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. More thought should be spent on the design of the classroom itself. We’re not alone in redesigning high-tech classrooms.

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Active Learning Activities Learning Instructors 141

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. 2023; Hsu & Goldsmith, 2021; Venus & Sharma, 2024). Image courtesy of This Is Engineering, Unsplash.

Lecturing 98

Lecturing Active Learning Activities STEM 98

Dangerously Irrelevant

APRIL 9, 2018

Of course the benefits of active learning are apparent beyond the kindergarten sector. Research has shown that “ most students learn fundamental concepts more successfully, and are better able to apply them, through interactive, collaborative, student-centered learning.” Related Posts.

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Active Learning Activities Learning Cognitive Development 104

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 2, 2020

A few weeks ago, I published a blog titled “ 8 Ideas Designed to Engage Students In Active Learning Online.” Giving students this time to practice during a video conferencing sessions creates space for students to try a strategy while still having access to the teacher and peers if they get stuck or have questions. #8

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Students Math Writing Discussions 546

Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2025

These parallel yet distinct teaching environments demand intentional strategies that can adapt while maintaining their power to actively engage students in the learning process. Instead, we need to reimagine active learning for both spaces, maintaining the core principles while adapting the execution.

Active Learning 85

Active Learning Activities Learning Minute Papers 85

eSchool News

APRIL 4, 2023

However, I believe the most important factor in achieving a high level of student engagement in science is providing opportunities for students to participate in active learning experiences.

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Science Active Learning Achievement Activities 292

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

What are three active learning strategies? Active learning strategies for students in K-12 encompass a range of techniques designed to promote engagement, critical thinking, and deeper understanding. Role-playing and simulations promote active engagement and foster a deeper connection to the subject matter.

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Activities Critical Thinking Active Learning Lecturing 255

eSchool News

APRIL 26, 2023

The rise of ChatGPT promises to bring simplicity to the more mundane tasks of human existence and has also revived with new fervor an enduring question of our education system: how do we adequately prepare students to thrive in the real world?

Schools 342

Schools Learning Critical Thinking Intelligence 342

Faculty Focus

MARCH 9, 2023

Whether you are considering redesigning an entire course, enhancing current in-class activities, or incorporating a more interactive approach to what you are already doing, active learning strategies offer a variety of options that are relevant across all levels and disciplines.

Active Learning 98

Active Learning Activities Learning Students 98

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

With the changing landscape of education, how do we keep students focused and provide them with a foundation to learn our varied subject areas? There are many ways to tackle this question and no right response. Spurring students to be actively engaged is important. Before incorporating this activity, model it for your students.

Student Engagement 306

Student Engagement Teachers Students Attention 306

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

This trend begs the question: How can we encourage our students to read both inside and outside the classroom? She is bilingual (Spanish), Google certified, and passionate about leveraging her 15 years of experience to modernize teaching and learning. Over half of my current students struggle to read and comprehend grade-level texts.

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Culture Reading Assignments Blended Learning 499

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 24, 2021

Playlist Activity Description Overview Slideshow This is a slideshow overview of the playlist with instructions and links. Students Warm-up Poll Create a poll or multiple choice question in Mentimeter or Google Classroom to get students thinking about the topic or theme of the video. Explain what happened here.

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Blended Learning Multiple Choice Questions Learning Discussions 397

eSchool News

JUNE 4, 2024

Look for learning activities that require students to go beyond simple recitation of facts and engage deeply with the content as they solve a problem, develop and defend a point of view, or create something original. Even better, teach students how to ask their own questions.

Critical Thinking 337

Critical Thinking Metacognitive Skills Knowledge Achievement 337

eSchool News

JANUARY 10, 2025

It allows you to create or search pre-made question sets and host a variety of games that students can join. Students answer multiple-choice questions on their devices while seeing fun memes, leaderboards, and progress bars. Other question types include fill-in-the-blank, true or false, drag-and-drop, and matching.

Gamification 306

Gamification Multiple Choice Questions Motivation Social Studies 306

Faculty Focus

MARCH 13, 2025

In this teaching tip, I provide a simple structure for crafting an open-ended series of questions that ask students to provide anonymous feedback focused on teaching effectiveness that will help instructors respond to each semesters students based on their present needs. Write each question so it can receive its own response.

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Feedback Questions Course Evaluations Evaluation 108

Teach Hub

APRIL 3, 2025

Here are a few tried-and-true active learning strategies to keep students engaged and learning. Think-Pair-Share: A Simple Yet Powerful Tool This strategy is a favorite among teachers who incorporate cooperative learning in their classrooms. Students pair up and discuss their responses with a partner.

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Active Learning Activities Learning Critical Thinking 67

eSchool News

JULY 13, 2021

The platform’s new Quiz tool provides multiple ways for teachers to promote active learning in the classroom and track student progress?in Through Live Quiz, teachers can now spark lively classroom discussions by asking students questions live through virtual meeting solutions, like Zoom,?Google in real-time. from polling to?open-end

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Quizzes Hybrid Learning Learning Feedback 294

Catlin Tucker

MAY 4, 2024

I also field a lot of questions from elementary teachers who are curious about how they can integrate technology into their lessons in a meaningful and developmentally appropriate way. These protocols are structured activities with clear guidelines and time limits to keep lessons focused and maximize their impact.

Writing 383

Writing Feedback Learning Spaces Activities 383

Faculty Focus

MARCH 13, 2025

In this teaching tip, I provide a simple structure for crafting an open-ended series of questions that ask students to provide anonymous feedback focused on teaching effectiveness that will help instructors respond to each semesters students based on their present needs. Write each question so it can receive its own response.

Feedback 96

Feedback Questions Course Evaluations Evaluation 96

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 8, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of online distance education, educators face a crucial challenge: captivating students and igniting their passion for learning within virtual environments. The key to unlocking this new era of educational success lies in the integration of active learning strategies. Quizizz , or Google Forms.

Active Learning 98

Active Learning Achievement Activities Quizzes 98

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 8, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of online distance education, educators face a crucial challenge: captivating students and igniting their passion for learning within virtual environments. The key to unlocking this new era of educational success lies in the integration of active learning strategies. Quizizz , or Google Forms.

Active Learning 98

Active Learning Achievement Activities Quizzes 98

eSchool News

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Look for learning activities that require students to go beyond simple recitation of facts and engage deeply with the content as they solve a problem, develop and defend a point of view, or create something original. Even better, teach students how to ask their own questions.

Critical Thinking 268

Critical Thinking Metacognitive Skills Education Knowledge 268

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

The idea is the main component in argument forming, and actively learn teaches students how to communicate by asking and answering questions. Actively Learn is an online interactive platform where students learn through “layers”–the discussion questions that structure readings.

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Art Languages Language Plagiarism 229

k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Active and Experiential Learning The brain-based learning framework consistently emphasizes the importance of active learning. Lecture is a common passive learning practice. Therefore, it seems logical that applying strategies aligned to those principles would be beneficial to both teachers and students.

Science 130

Science Education Motivation Lecturing 130

eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2019

That is, instead of delivering content during class and giving exercises as homework, I had students learn the content at home by watching videos with embedded quizzes. Using Edpuzzle , I was able to turn a passive video into an active learning experience for my students. To address this situation, I again turned to technology.

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Quizzes Learning Feedback Assignments 279

Faculty Focus

MAY 20, 2025

For the student that wants to prepare for in-class conversation, preparing and providing a few open-ended reading reflection questions (launchpad ideas) may be useful. The questions are intentional few in nature so students can focus on responding to one or two and reading to find solid text evidence to support responses.

Instructors 95

Instructors Assignments Participation Students 95

eSchool News

AUGUST 13, 2024

In secondary education, challenging students with abstract thinking, encouraging debate and discussion, and assigning independent projects are key strategies for promoting deeper learning. algebraic equations, scientific theories, and philosophical questions) helps develop their analytical skills.

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Cognitive Development Students Secondary Education Assignments 300

eSchool News

OCTOBER 25, 2015

.” Instead, this model has given him the chance to learn more about the strengths and weaknesses of his students as he’s able to observe students actively learning and collaborating before his eyes, rather than listen to his lectures.

Lecturing 264

Lecturing Learning Science Active Learning 264

eSchool News

MAY 10, 2023

In addition, gamification can improve student skills such as active learning, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Or they might find it challenging to compete against fellow students to become the first to finish a task or answer a question correctly via touchscreen. It also helps students enhance teamwork and collaboration.

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Gamification Interactive Learning Disabilities Learning 328

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

We formed a committee of stakeholders that included district administrators, site principals, classroom teachers, and other individuals focused on creating more “active” learning spaces. Based on specific grade levels, those kits of parts were designed to support active learning and engagement in the classroom.

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Learning Spaces Learning Elementary School Elementary School 280

eSchool News

APRIL 25, 2023

Pivot Interactives makes teaching science with active learning and scientific phenomena engaging and easy with 10,000 authentic, video-based science interactives crafted by Pivot’s expert curriculum team and teacher community. Randomized questions.

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Student Engagement Education Social Studies Art 257