eSchool News

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Most academic interventions focus on core knowledge and basic skills: Lets practice two-digit addition. Learn these vocabulary words. These kinds of exercises can help students make marginal gains in reading, math, and general content knowledge, but they dont address the root of the problem: learning how to think and how to learn.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

What are active study strategies? These strategies empower students to take an active role in their learning, enhancing comprehension, critical thinking, and academic success. What are active study strategies? These strategies empower students to take ownership of their learning and engage actively with the material.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2025

We’ll demystify the complexities and empower you with the knowledge and skills needed for success. Some noteworthy conference happening include: The Mobile Mega Share at FETC 2025 is a highly anticipated event that offers an active forum for educators to share and learn from each other.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Our schools must not only impart knowledge to our students but also equip them with the creativity, empathy, and curiosity required to walk into an unpredictable, yet promising, future with unwavering confidence. This joy in learning lays the groundwork for lifelong educational enthusiasm and resilience.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

As students rotate to this station, they receive focused attention and resources that address their unique learning challenges or advanced needs, ensuring that each student is supported where they are in their learning journey. Roles: Teacher 1: Delivers targeted, small-group instruction tailored to each group’s needs and skills.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2024

Interactive Learning Experiences : Digital tools facilitate interactive learning experiences that actively engage students in the exploration of historical events, geographical locations, and cultural practices.

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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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eSchool News

MAY 9, 2024

Providing professional development on cultural competence Effective professional development on cultural competence is essential for equipping educators with the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to engage effectively with diverse learners. Multicultural education as social activism. Cultural competence in the classroom.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

By creating bridges between students’ knowledge and classroom content, educators who employ CRT practices aim to affirm identities and values. CRT refers to a student-centered approach that seeks to validate and affirm students’ diverse experiences and contributions.

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 4, 2024

How can we ensure that every student, regardless of their background or individual learning preferences, has the opportunity to connect with the material in a meaningful way? Meaning-making is how individuals interpret, understand, and integrate new information into their existing knowledge framework. What is meaning-making?

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eSchool News

MARCH 21, 2025

It provides learners with the opportunity to synthesize knowledge by exploring topics and ideas through multiple lenses. As they engage with the content from different perspectives, students will apply their learning in real-world contexts. These activities allow them to learn from each other and view different perspectives.

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eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2025

These platforms identify knowledge gaps as they emerge, allowing for timely interventions before misconceptions become entrenched. Blended learning approaches combine digital assessment tools with traditional classroom instruction, creating seamless transitions between online and in-person learning experiences.

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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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Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2025

That’s when it hit medespite years of teaching experience, I’m still searching for ways to spark the same level of engagement whether I’m interacting with students face-to-face or through carefully designed asynchronous activities. For my online students, I’ve adapted this activity using collaborative digital tools.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 31, 2018

We are already seeing the evidence of this, as administrators are taking a more active role in parent-teacher communication, ensuring that stakeholders are able to engage via their preferred method through one simple-to-use, safe platform. As personal technologies become more engaging and interactive, learning systems have to as well.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Key points: Digital tools are powering a new era of K-12 learning Still, challenges remain–among them, equity and access Stay up to date on the latest trends about learning in the digital age In today’s digital age, learning has gone through a profound transformation, reshaping traditional educational models.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Several key areas highlight the transformative effects of technology on education: Access to Information: The internet has become a vast repository of information, providing students and educators with unprecedented access to a wealth of knowledge. This democratization of information has empowered people to learn independently.

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 22, 2025

Instead of fearing AI, we should actively explore its potential in the classroom, emphasizing how it can enrich the learning experience. Strategic Approaches to AI Integration One effective strategy is to intentionally redesign classroom activities and assignments to incorporate AI tools.

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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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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

From traditional methods like lectures to innovative approaches such as active classroom learning and technology integration, these techniques play a vital role in shaping educational outcomes. Effective teaching strategies encompass a variety of approaches tailored to engage students and promote meaningful learning experiences.

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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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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Moreover, it plays a pivotal role in shaping collaborative learning environments. The role of AI extends to the development of adaptive assessments that evaluate not only factual knowledge but also critical thinking skills. Additionally, AI plays a role in collaborative learning environments.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 11, 2025

Vocabulary expansion is essential in education, encouraging students to actively engage with words and definitions. Publishing and sharing student work creates a sense of community and enhances collaborative learning.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

At the TCEA Convention & Exposition, thousands of educators from various parts of the world get together to connect, gain knowledge, and improve their craft while becoming familiar with new advances in education technology. The event’s focus is not only on ed tech but also on good teaching, good learning, and good leadership with ed tech.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

In 2023, a new popular kid in town, better known as AI, dominated headlines and prompted debates around how students could abuse–and should use–the generative tool for learning. STEM opportunities are on the rise for young learners as elementary and early childhood programs increase exposure to STEM activities and careers.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Furthermore, classroom learning promotes social interaction and collaboration, allowing students to learn from their peers through group activities, discussions, and projects. Moreover, small classrooms may constrain the range of activities and projects feasible due to space limitations.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Students in the 21st century enter the classroom armed with a vast array of knowledge just a swipe away on various digital devices. This transition requires educators to move away from traditional lectures and incorporate active teaching strategies to engage learners. Create positive collaborative learning environments.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 16, 2023

It can facilitate immersive learning environments , allowing educators to craft virtual classrooms or historical settings so that students engage in interactive and captivating lessons. Experiential learning is enhanced , offering a safe platform for hands-on activities like science experiments.

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eSchool News

APRIL 10, 2024

In her new role, Cruse will support MiEN in its work to design products that are flexible and adaptable to a variety of learning, mobility, and pedagogical needs. She will also share her knowledge and expertise outside the company through professional development programs, conference presentations, and other endeavors.

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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

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Adaptive learning platforms, driven by artificial intelligence, personalize instruction based on individual student progress. Collaboration tools, video conferencing, and communication platforms connect educators and students, fostering interactive and collaborative learning environments.

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Technology Teaching Learning Styles Critical Thinking 130

Edsurge

JUNE 28, 2016

Specifically, teachers typically find little help with: Planning lessons Identifying daily and weekly learning objectives Developing teaching skills and content knowledge Activities such as debriefing student behavior issues and communicating rules and procedures. Feels like I’m being held hostage,” one teacher said.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Conversely, classroom learning offers a structured environment conducive to social interaction and immediate feedback. Research indicates that face-to-face instruction facilitates deeper learning through real-time discussions, hands-on activities, and collaborative projects.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

In-person instruction offers tangible benefits such as direct interaction with teachers and peers, immediate feedback, and a structured learning environment conducive to social and emotional development. Traditional classrooms also provide a structured learning environment that promotes routine, discipline, and time management skills.

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 15, 2025

In this light, designing and facilitating online discussions to increase student engagement, peer connection, and idea exchange, as well as creating a cohesive online learning community for knowledge creation, is far more important for the success of online education.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

As Crisp said, “New degree programs should honor the knowledge and skill students bring to the table by eliminating lectures over content that is repetitive from other courses or life experiences.”. . — ecrisp (@ecrisp) November 13, 2018. The design of a program should also be adaptable to the diversity of students who may enroll.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 20, 2023

Active learning: Engage in active learning techniques such as participating in class discussions, asking questions, and seeking clarification on challenging topics. Actively reviewing and summarizing lecture notes, textbooks, and supplementary materials will deepen understanding and retention.

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