eSchool News

JUNE 24, 2016

Many of these courses were designed for adults, and even if a child is off-the-charts intelligent, he/she might be bored if the course is all coding and no fun. Courses for kids should incorporate some element of gamification to keep them engaged. Look for courses that were designed specifically for children and teens.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

I predict two issues will take center stage- artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity. But how teachers implement that scope and sequence, the fun activities and what they do to make their classroom feel like theirs isn’t something they should ever lose. Diana Heldfond, CEO & Founder, Parallel Learning Are students learning?

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Trends in K-12 education in 2023 will continue into 2024, most notably immersive technologies, artificial intelligence, personalized learning, and online and hybrid learning. Artificial intelligence is perhaps the latest and greatest tech tool to emerge onto the K-12 education scene.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Research indicates that active participation leads to higher retention rates, which can be upwards of 60% for students engaged in interactive learning. Additionally, the importance of emotional intelligence in teaching is gaining recognition. Cost-effectiveness is another critical advantage.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 23, 2017

Studies have revealed that students find gaming and gamification of work positively stimulating and motivating. The increase in connectivity between these regions is linked to higher intelligence and consciousness. From the first stages of life, this activity is important for the physical and psychological development of an individual.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

Cracking the K–12 connection code requires a new approach, one that combines active-learning pedagogy with robotics in the classroom to deliver an interactive, immersive learning experience. . Here, the goal is to combine kids’ need for active play with the development of social and STEM skills by adopting a comprehensive learning approach.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Active Participation: Using back-channel devices and encouraging questions ensures that students remain engaged and actively involved in their learning process. Flexibility in Structure: Presentation boards can be adapted for various topics and grade levels, making this method versatile and scalable.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Responsive classroom activities can be adapted for technology use. These activities set the tone for the lesson and help students focus as they transition into the learning environment. Student Empowerment: Allowing students to take charge of their warm-up activities fosters independence.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Key Insights Annotation tools like Notability and Adobe Acrobat empower students to engage with digital texts actively, fostering comprehension and retention. Class websites serve as a hub for resources, helping parents and students stay connected and informed about class activities and expectations.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 13, 2024

Gamification Tools Gamification tools are revolutionizing education by turning learning into a series of challenges and games. This makes absorbing new information fun and engaging for students, who often view these activities as play rather than work. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

The primary trends identified by the team were: adaptive learning, open education resources (OER), gamification and game-based learning, MOOCs, LMS and interoperability, mobile devices, and design. But content is not top on your list.”

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 17, 2025

Murray emphasizes the importance of variety and choice in writing activities, which can cater to students different preferences and skills. Quick writes are short, spontaneous writing exercises that allow students to express their thoughts and ideas without the pressure of formal writing tasks.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 14, 2023

Artificial Intelligence–AI–can greatly assist many mundane education tasks. By tailoring quizzes to align with students’ interests and learning styles, Qzzr fosters engagement and active participation in the learning process.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Education is no exception to how artificial intelligence (AI) has been making waves in various industries. These individualized plans promote inclusivity across the curriculum, guaranteeing that every student participates actively and advances at their speed. It is also having an impact on physical education and health.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 22, 2024

And since gamification of learning can boost student performance by almost 90% , it’s a particularly impactful choice. A simple template can provide structured prompts and activities, encouraging critical thinking. : Transform assessments into fun learning games with Kahoot!

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

For many students, the struggle isn’t about intelligence but how math is taught. Instead of spitting out answers, these intelligent assistants provide step-by-step explanations, personalized hints, and interactive problem-solving guidance. The good news is that gamification taps into that same drive. Exploring geometry?

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

At its core, smart K-12 learning harnesses the power of digital tools, artificial intelligence, and data analytics to create adaptive and dynamic educational environments. Gamification elements are also employed to make learning more enjoyable and to incentivize student participation. What are digital age learners?

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Key points: AI holds much promise for the future of education AI tools can offer personalization and targeted interventions Discover more about what AI in education holds for teaching and learning Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing education with innovative approaches to teaching and learning. How is AI positive in education?

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

SEL programs focus on developing skills such as self-awareness, empathy, and resilience, recognizing the importance of emotional intelligence in academic success. Schools will place a greater emphasis on fostering students’ emotional intelligence, resilience, and interpersonal skills to support holistic development.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Building Trust Building trust is crucial, which can be achieved through community-building activities and ‘hangout’ meetings that foster mutual understanding. Dr. Tabors research includes effective online learning strategies, AI integration in educational settings, and gamification techniques. References Garnham and R.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 27, 2020

In fact, many product design teams actively work to make the data network nearly invisible to users. Spotlight Education’s Video Reporting Technology converts education data drawn from virtually any source into a visual story in the form of a personalized infographic or video.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Education technology includes various tools such as interactive whiteboards, learning management systems (LMS), educational apps, virtual reality (VR), and artificial intelligence (AI)-powered adaptive learning programs. This dynamic format keeps learners engaged and motivates them to participate actively in the lesson.

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k12 Digest

MARCH 6, 2025

With AI becoming increasingly integrated into industries, human or durable skills – such as communication, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence – are more valuable than ever. Gamification, hands-on relevant projects, and real-world problem-solving can all enhance student motivation.

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 8, 2025

AI comes in various forms from generative AI to gamification to chatbots to adaptive learning platforms amidst other formats. With AI readily available to aid in the completion of so many activities, it behooves instructors to promote the ethical and practical use of applicable AI tools. doi:10.1108/ILS-04-2023-0034.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

I predict two issues will take center stage- artificial intelligence (AI) and cybersecurity. But how teachers implement that scope and sequence, the fun activities and what they do to make their classroom feel like theirs isn’t something they should ever lose. Diana Heldfond, CEO & Founder, Parallel Learning Are students learning?

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 8, 2025

AI comes in various forms from generative AI to gamification to chatbots to adaptive learning platforms amidst other formats. With AI readily available to aid in the completion of so many activities, it behooves instructors to promote the ethical and practical use of applicable AI tools. doi:10.1108/ILS-04-2023-0034.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Building Trust Building trust is crucial, which can be achieved through community-building activities and ‘hangout’ meetings that foster mutual understanding. Dr. Tabors research includes effective online learning strategies, AI integration in educational settings, and gamification techniques. References Garnham and R.

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Edsurge

APRIL 26, 2017

The technologies built by these companies span a wide gamut of buzzwords (adaptive learning, artificial intelligence, gamification) but will be integrated with TAL’s online offerings. TAL has already directly funded a handful of U.S. edtech startups, including Enuma , Knewton , Minerva Project , Ready4 and Volley.

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 3, 2024

If you plan to use group activities in your courses, applying a free personality assessment in advance can help students better understand who they and their classmates are and how to work well within a group. We also end this activity with a written reflection. I’m sure there are more sophisticated ways of doing this.)

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 3, 2024

If you plan to use group activities in your courses, applying a free personality assessment in advance can help students better understand who they and their classmates are and how to work well within a group. We also end this activity with a written reflection. I’m sure there are more sophisticated ways of doing this.)

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k12 Online Schools

APRIL 23, 2025

Thats why success in online learning doesnt just rely on intelligence or curriculum. Add short breaks to reset the brain and longer breaks for meals and screen-free activities. Use Active Learning, Not Passive Consumption Watching lectures or reading textbooks might feel productive, but its passive. It depends on strategy.

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k12 Online Schools

MAY 7, 2025

Turning Passive Scrolling into Active Learning One of the biggest concerns parents and teachers have is passive scrolling, endless swiping with little value. Artificial Intelligence and Content Personalization AI is beginning to shape the future of both online learning and social media. But educators are flipping the script.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 11, 2021

Further behind were gamification, micro-learning, in-person learning and artificial intelligence (none of these were defined in the report). VR simulation was in the top three, at 51 percent, behind virtual online learning (57 percent) but ahead of social learning (46 percent). Why the appeal?

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