Catlin Tucker

MAY 4, 2020

When teachers are working with students online, their role as facilitator encompasses their interactions with students in conferences, the feedback they give students on their work, and their ability to assist students in making meaning in online discussions, both synchronous and asynchronous. Learning online is new for many students.

Discussions 546

Discussions Student Engagement Participation Students 546

k12 Digest

MAY 15, 2025

Empirical studies show that microlearning modules improve knowledge retention, engagement, and learning outcomes, with participants reporting high effectiveness scores in these areas [3]. Unlike traditional educational models, where feedback loops stretch across days or weeks, virtual tutors close these loops in seconds.

Education 167

Education Learning Knowledge Feedback 167

eSchool News

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The curriculum offers contextual learning activities using orbital satellite feeds of Earth to engage students in real-world learning as they explore important geography, geology, and environmental science concepts, as well as learn about various careers in the space IT field. www.slooh.com.

Science 266

Science Curriculum Activities Learning 266

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

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

Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

A student’s sense of autonomy and agency are enhanced when they are given a choice about how to engage with the content, learning activities, and each other. Ask them for feedback! It is worth our time to prioritize student choice, even if that choice is fairly simple. Would You Rather? An Experiment.

Laboratory 543

Laboratory Motivation Fairness Participation 543

Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2025

Meanwhile, in my online section of the same course, students worked through carefully crafted modules at their own pace, their participation in discussion boards ebbing and flowing unpredictably. Instead, we need to reimagine active learning for both spaces, maintaining the core principles while adapting the execution.

Active Learning 65

Active Learning Activities Learning Minute Papers 65

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 29, 2021

It was exciting to see how the addition of a single device enabled my students to drive their learning and engage in meaningful student-centered learning activities. It is a series of stations, or learning activities, that students rotate through. How will students actively engage at this station? I was hooked!

Blended Learning 535

Blended Learning Critical Thinking Communication Participation 535

eSchool News

AUGUST 2, 2024

The company announced last week that it is offering elementary educators nationwide the unique opportunity to participate in the development of its latest product, Mystery Writing by Discovery Education , through a free, year-long trial. This feedback will be used in real time to refine current and future lessons.

Writing 312

Writing Feedback Schools Science 312

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

York found that TeachFX listened to her very carefully, and generated a detailed feedback report on her specific teaching style. I rarely ever get feedback on my teaching style. With that feedback, Phipps brought down the ratio of teacher-to-student talk to 50:50.

Feedback 218

Feedback Teachers Languages Language 218

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Real-time coaching also presents coaches with an opportunity to provide feedback on the lesson. Feedback is easier to give when coaches are using a blended learning rubric. In addition, participants will have access to a Google Classroom where they can participate in discussions paired with each module.

Blended Learning 540

Blended Learning Coaching Learning Feedback 540

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

The development of Discovery Educations newest content is based on feedback from the companys school-based partners and makes teaching and learning even more relevant, interesting, and personalized for users of Discovery Education products. activities that encourage students to step into a role of interest.

Laboratory 195

Laboratory Social Studies Education Middle School 195

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

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. Showbie allows educators to build a learning experience for students and educators can provide formative feedback. Allow learning to happen anywhere.

Student Engagement 362

Student Engagement Hybrid Learning Distance Learning Students 362

Catlin Tucker

MAY 13, 2024

Shifting from teacher-led to student-led learning requires that teachers equip students with the skills necessary to assume responsibility for specific learning activities in the classroom. Provide different texts or media for each group to keep the activity engaging and tailored to various interests or learning levels.

Teaching 392

Teaching Critical Thinking Discussions Questions 392

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 325

Gamification Interactive Learning Participation Students 325

eSchool News

JULY 22, 2024

Classkick excels in creating a dynamic and interactive learning environment that encourages participation and fosters a love for learning. Benefits of using Classkick in special education Classkick’s real-time feedback feature is particularly valuable for special education. Classkick’s instant feedback feature played a crucial role.

Special Education 286

Special Education Skills Education Feedback 286

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Students need engagement in hands-on activities such as robotics, electronics, animation, 3D printing, and physical computing, as well as art and music, to reach their full potential. Physical projects allow kids to use materials in new ways, generating ideas and encouraging more frequent class participation.

History 300

History Feedback Art Learning 300

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 141

Active Learning Activities Critical Thinking Quizzes 141

Catlin Tucker

MAY 4, 2024

They are designed to combine educational technology with specific teaching protocols that promote active learning, student engagement, and collaboration in the classroom. 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

eSchool News

MAY 10, 2023

So, by adding gamification elements during teaching sessions, schools can significantly increase their participation and engagement levels. In addition, gamification can improve student skills such as active learning, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Everyone loves games, and competition motivates people to perform their best.

Gamification 328

Gamification Interactive Learning Disabilities Learning 328

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 294

Grades STEM Ethics Middle School 294

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. Reflective activities : Encourage students to reflect on their growth and set goals for the future. This could be through surveys, suggestion boxes, or town hall meetings.

Achievement 303

Achievement Schools Counselling Feedback 303

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

Teacher 2: Delivers the same instructional content or activity to all groups, regardless of their skill levels. Teacher 2: Guided Reading and Discussion Station In this station, all students participate in a guided reading session, where the teacher facilitates a deep dive into the text.

Teaching 395

Teaching Writing Essay Discussions 395

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 306

Gamification Multiple Choice Questions Motivation Social Studies 306

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. . Showbie allows educators to build a learning experience for students and educators can provide formative feedback. Allow learning to happen anywhere.

Student Engagement 310

Student Engagement Hybrid Learning Technology Distance Learning 310

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Last week, I participated in a panel discussion with Jay McTighe and Tony Frontier on leading in an era of artificial intelligence. If we simply plug a standard or topic into an AI-powered tool to generate an activity, a set of depth of knowledge (DOK) questions, a vocabulary list, or an assessment, it saves us time.

Blended Learning 392

Blended Learning Knowledge Feedback Universal Design 392

eSchool News

APRIL 8, 2025

Allowing students to explore and actively engage with real-world phenomena sparks curiosity, deepens understanding, and levels the playing field for learners with diverse needs and experiences. percent of participants identified hands-on lab work as the key factor inspiring them to pursue STEM degrees and careers. In one study , 92.6

STEM 313

STEM Learning Science Critical Thinking 313

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

I would write the day’s learning objectives and agenda on the board and spend each class period moving my students as a unit through a series of learning activities. I started my career doing this very thing. In terms of design time, it is efficient, and it required less from me cognitively and creatively.

Blended Learning 419

Blended Learning Education Feedback Fairness 419

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Based on the great feedback we received from our virtual workshops in the fall, we added these workshops so more educators can gain the skills needed to teach about renewable energy as they navigate hybrid learning,” said Michael Arquin, founder of KidWind. “The Participants can register here. Participants can register here.

Hybrid Learning 285

Hybrid Learning Education STEM Participation 285

eSchool News

JULY 13, 2021

and students new ways to seamlessly create learning activities each day. The platform’s new Quiz tool provides multiple ways for teachers to promote active learning in the classroom and track student progress?in participation and correct responses,?offer offer just-in-time feedback, and?identify in real-time.

Quizzes 294

Quizzes Hybrid Learning Learning Feedback 294

eSchool News

AUGUST 14, 2024

The situation is made even more challenging by the lack of suitable feedback mechanisms to help teachers understand who is struggling in class and to help them quickly find the root cause of the student’s challenges. Most tools that teachers have for this purpose are lagging indicators such as tests, quizzes, and homework.

Teaching 325

Teaching Gamification Feedback Intelligence 325

eSchool News

MAY 16, 2024

Targeted assistance and adaptive feedback AI tutoring systems do an excellent job of delivering customizable support and feedback that align with student patterns in need. AI tutoring systems give students immediate feedback and guidance, addressing these problem areas before they become more severe.

Learning Styles 311

Learning Styles Learning Students Gamification 311

eSchool News

JULY 16, 2024

For example, to become better writers, readers, and critical thinkers, Quill.org offers low-income students an AI-powered literacy tutor that provides students real-time coaching and feedback on literacy activities that pair nonfiction reading with informational writing.

Education 303

Education Testing Feedback English 303

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Montana OPI will offer Discovery Education’s DreamBox solutions to the 53 school districts participating in the second year of the state’s Montana Alternative Student Testing (MAST) Pilot program. The immediate feedback in our model accentuates that personalized learning. And it honors the student for learning.

Achievement 320

Achievement Students Math Feedback 320

eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2025

Real-time assessment tools Digital assessment tools give teachers immediate feedback about student comprehension, enabling quick adjustments to lesson plans and teaching strategies. Visual, auditory, and interactive elements combine to support each student’s unique learning preferences during group activities.

Gamification 246

Gamification Achievement Feedback Participation 246

Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 17, 2022

Many teachers begin the year with community-building activities designed to help students form interpersonal relationships with their peers. Yet, teachers may not actively participate in these community-building activities, which results in members of the class getting to know each other but not necessarily getting to know the teacher.

Teachers 365

Teachers Blended Learning Classroom Management Discussions 365