k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Its active, collaborative, and forward-looking. Elmwood encourages students to create and lead clubs that reflect their passionswhether thats robotics, creative writing, or cultural heritage. Thats why the school has built a culture where care isnt an afterthoughtits a foundation. At Elmwood, learning is never static.

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Schools Culture Interdisciplinary Art 222

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

A playlist is a sequence of learning activities designed to move students toward a desired result. Learning a Language: Acquiring a new language involves mastering vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and cultural nuances. Some groups will work more quickly, while others will benefit from having more time.

Teachers 481

Teachers Art Feedback Writing 481

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. Both teachers and students tend to resist prioritizing writing activities into language lessons. 2010; Kern, 1992).

Languages 124

Languages Language Writing Communication 124

Edsurge

APRIL 21, 2023

There are at least four languages spoken by the students I currently teach, so people are often surprised to learn that I’m monolingual. Nearly 4,500 students are eligible to receive direct language support services this year in Hamilton County Schools, the district where I teach in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Languages 199

Languages Language English Learning 199

Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 26, 2023

Learning a second language for many is complicated. Here are four proven approaches, from the Ask a Tech Teacher crew: 4 Approaches to Effective Second-Language Teaching In an article from the Michigan State University website, children who are skilled in at least two languages are known to possess cognitive flexibility.

Languages 148

Languages Language Teaching Culture 148

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Everything about Ray, from his seat choice to his body language in class, indicated that he didn’t want to be noticed. In this light, SEL should not be reserved for special projects but instead woven into the daily culture of both the in-person and virtual classroom. Play a game of “This or That?”

Distance Learning 217

Distance Learning Culture Gamification Learning 217

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

For English learners, acquiring language proficiency opens the door to thrive across all subjects. However, learning a new language can be a long, difficult process that requires courage, resilience and trust from students who initially might feel vulnerable and out of place.

English 319

English Languages Language Testing 319

eSchool News

MARCH 6, 2024

Communication plays a pivotal role in fostering a collaborative environment, ensuring the well-being of students and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. Breaking language barriers One of the most significant barriers to successful integration of newcomers into communities is language. Bloomz lets me do that.”

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Communication Culture Languages Language 281

eSchool News

JANUARY 17, 2024

STEM can help with English language development by allowing students to engage with language in a variety of ways. Part of “doing STEM” means learning to speak the language of STEM. For MLs, grappling with STEM terms while also navigating a new language can make it extra challenging. Connect with real-world experiences.

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STEM English Languages Language 336

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

When home adults actively engage in their student’s education, it goes beyond positive impact; it substantially enhances attendance and academic outcomes. Cultural adjustment : Many emergent bilingual families are navigating a new cultural and educational landscape.

Communication 323

Communication Languages Language Culture 323

Catlin Tucker

MAY 30, 2023

Identifying the Needs of English Learners English learners (ELs) have unique needs requiring targeted instructional approaches to support their language acquisition and academic success. ELs need instruction tailored to their language proficiency level. Culturally responsive teaching is also vital for supporting ELs.

English 274

English Blended Learning Languages Language 274

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 27, 2025

Learning a language is a long process, often filled with ups and downs. The Ask a Tech Teacher team has these six tips to help you learn any language faster: Be a Quick Learner: 6 Tips to Learn Any Language Faster Learning a new language may be overwhelming, but it can also be enjoyable and rewarding when you apply the right strategies.

Languages 144

Languages Language Learning Motivation 144

Edsurge

JULY 5, 2019

Recently, Education Week published an article describing culturally-questionable activities and language found in Studies Weekly , a social studies curriculum used by more than 13,000 schools across the country. Of course, curriculum is only a small part of what’s needed to create culturally-responsive classrooms.

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Textbooks Culture Curriculum Feedback 165

eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Incorporate hands-on activities and experiments Hands-on activities let students engage directly with STEM concepts, making learning tangible and memorable. For math, measurement and geometry activities like building models or plotting data can turn abstract numbers into something students can visualize and manipulate.

Middle School 334

Middle School Middle School STEM Interdisciplinary 334

Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 16, 2025

You can also celebrate this important month by showcasing Hispanic history, culture, and the Spanish language in your curriculum, no matter what class you teach. Discover ways to integrate Hispanic Heritage Month activities into your school day and honor the contributions of Hispanic leaders, artists, athletes, and icons worldwide.

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Activities Culture English Languages 52

eSchool News

JANUARY 18, 2024

Be culturally responsive and respectful: Respect families’ values, cultures, languages, and heritages. Families engage with schools in different ways, and this can be partly due to their cultures. Where possible, provide families opportunities to talk to you and teachers in their preferred language.

Culture 343

Culture Math Communication Languages 343

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Do you use technology to engage students in the active construction of knowledge? Are there strategies you use to create a classroom culture where taking risks and failing forward are encouraged and celebrated? How might giving students more choice and voice impact your classroom culture? If so, how?

Blended Learning 366

Blended Learning Culture Coaching Discussions 366

eSchool News

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Customized resources, small group activities, and resource organization are all made a bit easier with a little help from lesson planning tools, leaving teachers to spend more active time teaching, giving real-time feedback, and supporting students on an individual basis. Lesson planning doesn’t have to be daunting.

Education 270

Education Social Studies Art History 270

Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

It’s equally appropriate for fiction and nonfiction and does a solid job of reinforcing Common Core standards related to writing, literacy, and language. A great option also is to program one of the widgets for an Hour of Code activity. classes This is a fun team activity to assess student knowledge on a topic.

Activities 172

Activities Learning Art Attention 172

eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2025

If a learning activity helps you become someone of value in your social group—if it earns you the respect and belonging you crave—you’ll throw yourself into it. At Khan World School, a partnership between ASU Prep and Khan Academy, students have shown learning growth as high as 2 to 5 times national norms in math, reading, and language arts.

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Motivation Learning Students Achievement 244

Edsurge

MARCH 29, 2020

His own lessons around that time with an English tutor inspired him to switch his company to language learning. But spikes in his platform’s traffic suggest to Bigai that some have used that time to improve on their language skills. You start by learning a language, but you really learn about a culture,” says Bigai.

Languages 154

Languages Language English Learning 154

Faculty Focus

JUNE 5, 2025

The initial enthusiasm for learning a foreign language may wane as other courses with demanding assignments compete for their attention. This is the moment when a language instructor must pivot, shifting the classroom dynamic to reignite curiosity and motivation. 2022; Nuessel and Marshall, 2008; Vidal and Nordgren, 2024).

Languages 62

Languages Language Instructors Culture 62

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 15, 2024

.” Our classrooms are composed of diverse groups of students with different skills, abilities, preferences, language proficiencies, and academic needs. Given that variability, it makes sense that not all students would need to spend time engaged in the same learning tasks or activities.

Metacognitive Skills 344

Metacognitive Skills Math Blended Learning Quizzes 344

Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 15, 2021

It’s equally appropriate for fiction and nonfiction and does a solid job of reinforcing Common Core standards related to writing, literacy, and language. A great option also is to program one of the widgets for an Hour of Code activity. This is a fun team activity to assess student knowledge on a topic. Team Challenge.

Activities 174

Activities Learning Attention Failure 174

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. Both teachers and students tend to resist prioritizing writing activities into language lessons. 2010; Kern, 1992).

Languages 98

Languages Language Writing Communication 98

eSchool News

JANUARY 11, 2024

” Their signature tool, FASTalk, shares at-home learning activities via text messages in each family’s home language. The vision involves creating a more holistic understanding of students, and incorporating their cultural backgrounds and experiences into the learning process for a richer educational experience.

Communication 304

Communication Culture Discussions Languages 304

eSchool News

JUNE 2, 2022

The following selection of no-cost digital resources created with social impact partners connect families to engaging learning experiences: Inspire the next generation of solution seekers with STEM and math-specific family activities from the STEM Careers Coalition.

STEM 330

STEM Education Learning Art 330

eSchool News

MARCH 21, 2024

How do we ensure students achieve proficiency with the English language while receiving a rich and comprehensive education? Thanks to computer-driven translation, AI, and advanced classroom tools, we stand to put every student on a path to success with the English language and beyond. Today’s technology presents us with answers.

English 315

English Education Languages Language 315

Edsurge

APRIL 29, 2022

We saw how having the language to talk about difficult experiences —such as prolonged exposure to intense stress and collective trauma—serves as a critical first step in being able to acknowledge, process and face these widespread events. If I’m referring a student, I should be able to refer myself too, right?”.

Culture 187

Culture Education Schools Communication 187

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Language Learning Goals, End-of-Unit Guidance, Checklist Guidance Strengthened representations of diverse cultures Revisions to the Course Guide content, Instructional Routines, and blackline masters Upgrades to the 6–12 curriculum include: NEW! ” Upgrades to the K–5 curriculum include: NEW!

Math 246

Math Education Feedback Languages 246

eSchool News

JANUARY 17, 2023

Use respectful language when talking with and about teachers. Whether you are an administrator or active community member, how you speak, write, and/or communicate towards educators will shape the culture. Certainly, teachers have many daily tasks to accomplish in preparing students to become autonomous and active citizens.

Teachers 304

Teachers Counselling Ethics Languages 304

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Multi-sensory learning techniques, such as hands-on activities, visual aids, and interactive discussions, further enhance understanding and retention. Whether its reinforcing math concepts, improving reading comprehension, or learning a new language, these resources make learning more engaging and effective.

Skills 144

Skills Schools Learning Students 144

Edsurge

MAY 16, 2025

The process is part of a five-year plan to build an accountability culture around edtech use. After hearing concerns from families, he began evaluating tools based on passive versus active screen usage. The district is developing a system that measures effectiveness using data from Northwest Evaluation Association and other sources.

Evaluation 135

Evaluation Secondary Education Disabilities Feedback 135

eSchool News

AUGUST 29, 2024

Where lessons, activities, and even assessments are developed to help students and families understand the profound impact of consistent attendance on academic success and future opportunities. students speak a language other than English at home, and approximately 16 percent of children live in poverty.

Curriculum 310

Curriculum Students Languages Language 310

eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2024

His essay, Money Cant Buy Happiness, included valuable reflections on emotional fulfillment and references to The Great Gatsby, yet his ideas were scattered and the language needed refinement. Guided drafting with AI support for language and structure Encourage students to draft their essays in stages, focusing on one section at a time.

English 304

English Writing Teaching Essay 304

eSchool News

JULY 14, 2023

based K–12 world languages publisher, announces the acquisition of Lit ® , a leading creator of comprehensible input animated video stories. Wayside Publishing has been in business since 1988 and creates proficiency-based print and digital world language programs and Comprehension-based Readers.

Languages 244

Languages Language Culture Activities 244

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2024

Online archives such as the Library of Congress’s Digital Collections and the National Archives offer students the opportunity to explore primary sources firsthand, gaining insights into historical events and cultural phenomena that would otherwise be inaccessible.

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Social Studies Study Ethics Intelligence 297