Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

Give students a fun “would you rather…” prompt or icebreaker activity to begin their time in the breakout room. Establish clear expectations for behavior and participation ahead of time, so everyone knows what is expected of them when they work in a breakout room. That way, their first interactions are not academic.

Learning Spaces 545

Learning Spaces Student Engagement Learning Students 545

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 29, 2020

In training sessions, teachers often ask, “How can I increase engagement and participation in synchronous online discussions?” ” First, it is important to remember that participating in a real-time discussion is scary and feels like a risk for students who are shy, anxious, or need more time to process the questions.

Discussions 546

Discussions Participation Questions Assignments 546

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 1, 2020

In an online course, each of those things becomes a separate learning activity. If teachers consider the time required to complete these activities in a classroom versus the time needed to engage in these activities online, it’s clear that these activities will necessitate significantly more time to complete online.

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Teaching Assignments Discussions Communication 545

eSchool News

AUGUST 17, 2022

17, 2022— ParentSquare , the award-winning unified school-home communications platform for K-12 education, has been named a vendor partner by the Educational Service Centers of Indiana (ESC of I). School staff and parents can also participate in one-to-one and group messaging with real-time language translation. Stevens said. “We

Communication 238

Communication Technology Language Languages 238

eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2025

High school students should be encouraged to: Select relevant courses, certifications, and electives Participate in clubs and extracurricular activities Pursue internships, volunteer opportunities, or part-time jobs in their field of interest Develop soft skills like communication, leadership, and critical thinking While it’s great to see students (..)

Middle School 253

Middle School Middle School Elementary School Elementary School 253

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 5, 2023

By strategically positioning desks, chairs, and other pieces of furniture, we can create an environment that promotes collaboration, active engagement, and independent thinking. If teachers are using their small group time to facilitate discussions, the U-shape seating arrangement encourages student participation.

Motivation 481

Motivation Learning Outcomes Communication Coaching 481

eSchool News

MAY 14, 2025

After working on academics, students could choose from a variety of fun yet educational activities, and the game design program–which used a curriculum from Work ED –was one of them. The results Work ED assessed the participating students before starting the program and then again once they completed it.

Skills 230

Skills Students Instructors Reading 230

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 22, 2024

Observations with a Checklist: Simply observing our students at work can provide valuable insights into their behaviors, interactions, and level of understanding during classroom activities. Teachers might include the following items on a checklist: Participation: Is the student actively engaged in the activity/discussion?

Feedback 431

Feedback Quizzes Coaching Discussions 431

Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 25, 2018

Activity, context, and culture are central to this learning theory, which emphasizes the practical over the abstract. However, if humans learn by participating in their lives then how can online learning be effective? Community of Practice. Participation. Participation.

Online Learning 420

Online Learning Learning Participation Knowledge 420

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Among the new content and resources now available to users of Discovery Education Experience are: Ready-To-Teach Lessons Enhancing Curriculum Built around research-based instructional strategies, these new ready-to-teach lessons and activities target critical classroom needs and help teachers create unique learning opportunities for each student.

Laboratory 191

Laboratory Social Studies Education Middle School 191

eSchool News

DECEMBER 13, 2023

By leveraging edtech tools, teachers can foster participation, build confidence, and provide tailored learning experiences. Shy students may be more willing to participate in a game-like setting where they can showcase their knowledge in a less intimidating way. Here are five strategies to use edtech to engage shy students: 1.

Gamification 327

Gamification Interactive Learning Participation Students 327

Catlin Tucker

JULY 2, 2023

Encourages engagement and active participation in the learning process. Fosters effective communication and dialogue between teachers and students. By incorporating technology and targeted learning activities, teachers can provide timely feedback as students engage in their learning tasks.

Feedback 423

Feedback Metacognitive Skills Blended Learning Beliefs 423

Catlin Tucker

JUNE 16, 2024

Understanding that not all students express or communicate their understanding in the same way is crucial. By offering meaningful choices, we can ensure that every student has the opportunity to successfully apply and communicate their learning, accommodating their unique strengths and preferences.

History 382

History Art Essay Physical Education 382

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Multi-sensory learning techniques, such as hands-on activities, visual aids, and interactive discussions, further enhance understanding and retention. For many students, developing social awareness, confidence, and communication skills requires structured support. Effective communication is a key aspect of the BIC System.

Skills 144

Skills Schools Learning Students 144

eSchool News

JUNE 6, 2024

Consistent, positive family communication. A recent report found that this wanes somewhat throughout middle school, and, by the time students reach high school, many schools subscribe to the belief that the need for school-to-home communication diminishes. One essential mechanism for repairing that connection is family communication.

High School 297

High School High School Counselling Communication 297

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

One of the persistent challenges in second language acquisition (SLA), especially within the communicative approach, is how to incorporate writing in a way that feels meaningful and beneficial to students. As a result, writing often takes a backseat, seen as an isolated, academic exercise rather than a communicative act.

Languages 124

Languages Language Writing Communication 124

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Engage students actively for deeper learning and enhanced academic outcomes Enhance learning through active participation, collaboration, and critical thinking skills Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends Active learning strategies engage students in the learning process, fostering deeper understanding and retention.

Active Learning 143

Active Learning Activities Critical Thinking Quizzes 143

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

These key benefits allow us to engage students and bring them in as active participants in their continued education more fully. With mobile technology, educators and learners can communicate in real time, using apps like Showbie and Explain Everything. Allow learning to happen anywhere.

Student Engagement 361

Student Engagement Hybrid Learning Distance Learning Students 361

k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

This is because brain-based strategies allow students to analyze, synthesize, and apply information actively during lessons, increasing the transfer of that knowledge to long-term memory. Active and Experiential Learning The brain-based learning framework consistently emphasizes the importance of active learning.

Science 130

Science Education Motivation Lecturing 130

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

Blended learning is the combination of active, engaged learning online and offline. Blended learning prioritizes student agency, striving to give them a high degree of control over the learning activities and environment. Yet, in many classrooms, mistakes are penalized instead of normalized. 3 Valuing Inclusion.

Blended Learning 506

Blended Learning Feedback Coaching Achievement 506

eSchool News

JULY 5, 2024

Districts should incorporate culturally relevant activities during the summer. Summer programs should prioritize family communication to promote student participation. Summer program staff should communicate with families to highlight student achievements and address challenges.

Learning 303

Learning Math Participation Evaluation 303

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 9, 2022

If you’ve been tasked (or voluntold) to run this activity, here are six activities that will tech-infuse participants: Debate. The student should plan to use Prezi, HaikuDeck, Voki or another presentation method that fits their communication style. Now go forth! Enjoy the research.

Activities 202

Activities Schools Writing Knowledge 202

eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Tips for implementing this practice: Make an active effort to get to know your students, making time to inquire about their emotional and social wellbeing. Provide personal questionnaires, pay attention to the extracurriculars students participate in and their behavior with other students. 2: Relevant course content.

Student Engagement 302

Student Engagement Hybrid Learning Students Participation 302

eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Created for teachers and students with no prior experience in coding or robotics, Code Farm provides 45-60 hours of self-paced, gamified activities with real-time feedback and step-by-step instructions. Activities include the following: · Practicing debugging skills. Using sensors to navigate a robot. Using repeat loops.

Grades 297

Grades STEM Ethics Middle School 297

eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2024

Engage students in meaningful activities : Keep students engaged and motivated until the last day of school by planning meaningful end-of-year projects or events. This could include science fairs, art exhibitions, or community service projects. Clear communication helps to reduce confusion and stress.

Achievement 294

Achievement Schools Counselling Feedback 294

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 15, 2024

Given that variability, it makes sense that not all students would need to spend time engaged in the same learning tasks or activities. In a traditional station rotation, all students rotate through the same sequence of learning activities or stations. These are the stations they must attend in the rotation.

Metacognitive Skills 344

Metacognitive Skills Math Blended Learning Quizzes 344

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

When we examine what are active learning teaching strategies, these strategies empower educators to create interactive classrooms where students actively participate, collaborate, and apply knowledge to real-world situations. What are active learning teaching strategies? What are three active learning strategies?

Active Learning 130

Active Learning Activities Teaching Critical Thinking 130

eSchool News

JANUARY 17, 2024

A variety of other tactics–such as drawings, pictures, manipulatives, sentence frames, short videos, physical activities, and games–can also be used to help students learn vocabulary. Ask students about their interests and incorporate those into word problems or activities. Connect with real-world experiences.

STEM 334

STEM English Language Languages 334

eSchool News

JANUARY 10, 2025

“Games are among childrens favorite activities, especially for primary school students. “By offering immediate feedback and engaging students through game elements, Quizizz promotes an active learning environment where students are motivated to learn from their mistakes” (Zhang & Crawford, 2023, p.

Gamification 310

Gamification Multiple Choice Questions Motivation Social Studies 310

eSchool News

MARCH 22, 2024

Rather, teams and tournaments promote collaboration, critical thinking, communication skills, and offer inclusive environments that welcome students from all backgrounds and with all abilities. Programs instill important leadership, critical thinking, and communication skills that students will carry with them throughout their education.

Students 306

Students Critical Thinking STEM Participation 306

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

When students become interested in STEM at a young age, their critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication skills have a chance to thrive. Early STEM exposure–and successes or failures in STEM learning–can often make or break a child’s willingness to participate in STEM learning.

STEM 315

STEM Learning Tools Critical Thinking Failure 315

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.

Study 130

Study Activities Critical Thinking Active Learning 130

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

These key benefits allow us to engage students and bring them in as active participants in their continued education more fully. . With mobile technology, educators and learners can communicate in real time, using apps like Showbie and Explain Everything. Allow learning to happen anywhere.

Student Engagement 306

Student Engagement Hybrid Learning Technology Distance Learning 306

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

One of the persistent challenges in second language acquisition (SLA), especially within the communicative approach, is how to incorporate writing in a way that feels meaningful and beneficial to students. As a result, writing often takes a backseat, seen as an isolated, academic exercise rather than a communicative act.

Languages 98

Languages Language Writing Communication 98

Edsurge

JUNE 4, 2025

As classrooms across the country become more linguistically diverse, educators face a growing challenge: ensuring that every student, regardless of English proficiency, can access learning, participate fully and feel included. Elianis It has helped me communicate better with my classmates when working on a project. percent of U.S.

English 84

English Language Languages Assignments 84

eSchool News

JANUARY 18, 2024

Key points: Improving family engagement methods can be challenging, but not impossible See article: 5 tips to increase parent engagement See article: 3 tips to cultivate meaningful parent engagement For more news on school communication, see eSN’s Educational Leadership page As a school administrator, I thought a lot about family engagement.

Culture 342

Culture Math Communication Language 342

eSchool News

DECEMBER 19, 2022

If you are switching over to a hybrid learning environment, ease any questions or concerns by communicating these benefits and encouraging your students to get the most out of this valuable learning experience. Your classroom community will act as the foundation of your learning environment. Make independent learning a key component.

Hybrid Learning 266

Hybrid Learning Learning Communication Teaching Methods 266