Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

When Ray was my student, I decided to test out gamifying my Greek Mythology Unit by creating a new Edmodo class, chunking the content into small groups, and providing my students with a paper game board to support the blended learning within the unit. Play a game of “This or That?”

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Teaching with a Mountain View

MARCH 13, 2025

It may not be a popular opinion, but standardized tests play an important role in measuring growth for students, informing instruction for teachers, and guiding decisions for schools and districts. But the testing season and necessary test prep can, admittedly, be tough on our students! In addition to covering (and reviewing!)

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Edsurge

JANUARY 13, 2025

Allowing students to rehearse their work with a multi-modal approachand receive support from their teacher or peers while they are practicingnot only supports different learning preferences but also promotes creativity and critical thinking while reducing stress for students with social anxiety.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 1, 2024

Many teachers and professors are spending time this summer experimenting with AI tools to help them prepare slide presentations, craft tests and homework questions, and more. But there are other activities he says are more core to teaching where disclosure should be made, like when AI grading tools are used.

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Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Before any work on the course concepts starts, the focus should be on developing communication and trust in the classroom space. We may not all have the luxury in our class schedules to take an entire week for this, but we must integrate more community building in our existing activities and schedules, especially on the first day.

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Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Before any work on the course concepts starts, the focus should be on developing communication and trust in the classroom space. We may not all have the luxury in our class schedules to take an entire week for this, but we must integrate more community building in our existing activities and schedules, especially on the first day.

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Exams Syllabus Group work Assignments 111

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

By thinking, he means actively engaging with the course material. Some educators on Reddit discussion boards have pointed out that Liljedahl has not published research on whether his approach leads students to earn higher marks on standardized tests, focusing instead on student engagement. And that produced thinking classrooms.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 28, 2019

Dear Bonni, You have shared often about active learning strategies and the impact they have on student learning. However, I am dubious that the approaches you describe work with large classes. However, there are certainly those who employ methods that put this perspective to the test.

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Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

This article will focus on the latter and highlight some field-tested approaches and assessments for maximizing instructional effectiveness to improve student achievement. For example, pause for one or two of the above activities after lecturing for eight to 10 minutes. .” It could also be used as an interactive group activity.

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Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 6, 2022

Implementing these strategies are not only beneficial for teachers, but they also have the power to ease additional challenges for students pursuing a post-secondary degree with a disability. Most common accommodations by students with disabilities.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 29, 2020

Because Quillionz generates dozens of questions on each submittal, it’s easy to create multiple summative tests on the same materials. Use Quillionz in active recall programs to encourage students to effectively remember information they learn. This is great for individuals, small groups, or an entire class.

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k12 Digest

MARCH 4, 2025

Schools should integrate technology as a complement to hands-on learning, discussions, and problem-solving activities rather than a complete replacement. Technology has introduced dynamic visualization tools, allowing students to explore patterns, test hypotheses, and receive immediate feedback.

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Edsurge

APRIL 25, 2018

deLaski stresses that her group worked closely with employers, consulting more than 50 of them and getting feedback on how to improve each badge they’re offering. And she said the next step is to run experiments to test how well these work in practice. The university offers the badge through its career center.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Collaborative Activities Collaborative learning activities are a great way to assist students to think critically, communicate effectively, consider the thoughts and perspectives of others, and work together to solve problems. For short activities, clearly defining the objective and setting a strict timeframe is beneficial.

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Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

This article will focus on the latter and highlight some field-tested approaches and assessments for maximizing instructional effectiveness to improve student achievement. For example, pause for one or two of the above activities after lecturing for eight to 10 minutes. .” It could also be used as an interactive group activity.

Motivation 111

Motivation Instructors Lecturing Feedback 111

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 2, 2025

Educators can spot issues early and provide support right away instead of waiting for test results. Make Learning Active : AI should spark thinking, not passive clicking. Mix in discussions, books, hands-on activities, and creative exercises to keep education well-rounded. AI works best when paired with human support.

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 3, 2024

When students learn there will be group work in a course, they often let up a collective groan. Group work tends to leave a bad taste in students’ mouths due to their lack of understanding of group dynamics. We also end this activity with a written reflection.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Two weeks into the school year, I have students who are still struggling with the diagnostic test, which is designed to see where the students are in reading comprehension and writing for 11th grade literature. This particular diagnostic is meant to mimic the Georgia state milestone test they will be taking at the end of the semester.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 7, 2020

I’m looking forward to integrating more fun AI activities like that in my classroom in the fall. The resources that were provided are so helpful, especially now with remote learning because I have so many teachers asking, “How am I going to do my multiple choice tests now online because students can Google all the answers?”

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Teach Hub

JANUARY 16, 2025

Provide Distraction Activities If you notice a student showing any of the signs mentioned, offer them an activity to help distract and calm them. Encourage them to read a book, listen to soft music, or engage in another calming activity. Beyond physical movement, hands-on activities can also help.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Name Your Fears and Gain Perspective Low engagement, losing control of the class, students not buying into my lesson hooks, reactions from stakeholders and decreased test scores are just a few of the fears that have plagued me over the years. Saying them out loud has helped me and putting them down on paper feels even better.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 8, 2017

They would do well on timed tests, just acing timed tests. And class time is used for more interactive activities that encourage students to apply what they’re learning while the professor is there to step in and help if necessary. Take a solid year to plan, to develop materials, to test things out and so forth.

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Teach Hub

APRIL 9, 2025

Also, dont underestimate the power of good sleep, balanced meals, and regular physical activity. Maybe its reading two chapters of a book, completing all homework on time, or improving their test score by a few points. Even a short activity like a nature walk or silent reading time on the playground can recharge your students.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 14, 2019

For design inspiration, he drew from what Facebook and Google have done with their offices, and from coworking startups like WeWork, which mix couches and lounge areas with group work spaces and private rooms. The House has a similar modern feel but is designed to mimic a luxury home to make kids feel more comfortable.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 4, 2019

I opted to get more storage as I test many apps to make recommendations for educators, so the extra $50 was worth the price for double the amount of storage. Given budget restrictions, most educational institutions would likely limit Oculus Go purchases to a few devices for station or group work. The other nine apps are free.

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History Evaluation Group work Testing 166

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Collaborative Activities Collaborative learning activities are a great way to assist students to think critically, communicate effectively, consider the thoughts and perspectives of others, and work together to solve problems. For short activities, clearly defining the objective and setting a strict timeframe is beneficial.

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Assignments Instructors Critical Thinking Activities 91

Edsurge

AUGUST 23, 2016

For teachers without many seasons under their belts, check out this list of 50 classroom procedures ; it’s a good double check to make sure you’ve thought of everything—from group work to digital citizenship to classroom discussion. Perhaps more importantly, I advise my students to start prioritizing and—yes—dropping out of activities.

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 3, 2024

When students learn there will be group work in a course, they often let up a collective groan. Group work tends to leave a bad taste in students’ mouths due to their lack of understanding of group dynamics. We also end this activity with a written reflection.

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Group work Discussions Gamification Testing 52

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Classroom learning is the fundamental mode of education where students gather in a physical space under the guidance of a teacher or instructor to engage in structured learning activities. These sessions often encourage active participation, enabling students to ask questions, share insights, and collaborate with peers.

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Learning eLearning Instructors Learning Styles 130

Edsurge

APRIL 30, 2019

So argues Marie Cini, president of the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning, a group working to support programs for these so-called nontraditional students, the real-life versions of the character played by Melissa McCarthy. I don’t hear as much about that these days.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 2, 2018

Through STEM education, schools are teaching the design thinking concept of understanding a problem, creating a solution, testing and iterating on it, and once perfected, sharing it with the world. At the end of each table are video screens, allowing students to plug in their computers and display their work. CDW Activity ID.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2024

Breakout sessions allow for students to choose not only a topic they’d like to explore further, but also how they would like to explore it with a small group of their peers. Collaborative learning is something that many of us already utilize in our classrooms in the form of small group work. continue. , or conclude with. )

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Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 6, 2022

Implementing these strategies are not only beneficial for teachers, but they also have the power to ease additional challenges for students pursuing a post-secondary degree with a disability. Most common accommodations by students with disabilities.

Disabilities 98

Disabilities Exams Lecturing Education 98

Faculty Focus

MAY 29, 2025

After 13 years of testing higher-order active learning modalities in the classroom, collecting data, building a database, and analyzing student learning results in bi-annual principles of marketing classes, my colleague and I saw two important results emerge.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

This dynamic format keeps learners engaged and motivates them to participate actively in the lesson. It is particularly effective in reinforcing concepts, as it encourages active recall, which strengthens memory retention. or Quizlet turn review sessions into engaging activities, reinforcing knowledge through gamification.

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Educational Technologies Technology Education Quizzes 130

Edsurge

MAY 27, 2020

Kayla: I miss being in class and doing the hands-on activities like gym, labs and group work. I really don’t miss the tests and seeing the disrespect that some students show teachers. I miss going out for halal food. When I think about school, I miss everything. I miss having time with the teachers.

Learning 141

Learning English Participation Grades 141

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2024

Breakout sessions allow for students to choose not only a topic they’d like to explore further, but also how they would like to explore it with a small group of their peers. Collaborative learning is something that many of us already utilize in our classrooms in the form of small group work. continue. , or conclude with. )

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Motivation Instructors Discussions Lecturing 91