eSchool News

MAY 12, 2025

With that question in mind, I made the root of my work about connection. The activity I built required students to quietly journal outside, using prompts driven by ELA, art, and social studies standards. I asked myself: If a teachers role is to prepare students for the real world, shouldnt we be helping them solve the climate crisis?

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eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2025

Keep an eye out for daily activities with local artists who will lead drop-in workshops to get the creative juices flowing. When I returned to the classroom, I faced those same questions. Discover our developed projects and strategies to bring these STEM activities into your classroom. What should we use?

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eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2025

Teachers can help students practice forming a Scout Mindset by asking them questions with correct answers, but where there’s widespread disagreement about what that answer might be. Allow them to explore the question together. Students make guesses about what it could be while sharing their reasoning with their classmates.

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eSchool News

JUNE 10, 2025

But as AI adoption accelerates, one critical question remains: Will AI strengthen learning, or will it undermine it? AI-generated lesson plans, practice activities, and instructional recommendations must reinforce the effective implementation of HQIM. The question is no longer whether AI will influence classrooms.

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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.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2025

Navigating the Disorienting Dilemma As we reason through this innovative technology, we will question truth and reality. Step Up Your Thinking Game An advanced thinker not only poses questions to others but focuses within. What other questions could be asked to dive deeper and more concisely into the information?

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Critical Thinking Intelligence Education Learning 98

Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 18, 2025

Veterans Day, celebrated every year on November 11, is an opportunity for your class to honor real-life heroes, learn about the meaning of service, and have fun with hands-on activities. Beyond being enjoyable, these activities encourage meaningful discussions and deepen their understanding of the day.

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eSchool News

JUNE 16, 2025

Exploratorium: Science Snacks The Exploratorium, a renowned museum of science, art, and human perception in San Francisco, offers Science Snacks–free, hands-on STEM activities designed for students in grades 3-12. Each lesson poses a big question–like “Why do stars twinkle?” or “Can a tree grow without seeds?”–and

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eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2025

Keep an eye out for daily activities with local artists who will lead drop-in workshops to get the creative juices flowing. When I returned to the classroom, I faced those same questions. Discover our developed projects and strategies to bring these STEM activities into your classroom. What should we use?

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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. That raises an important question: Is social motivation primarily from the school in schools like Alpha and Khan World School? They are wired to care about how they’re seen.

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eSchool News

JULY 8, 2025

The multimedia lessons come with interactive activities, quizzes, and printable resources. It also includes question sets to aid in developing reading comprehension skills and vocabulary. Teachers can embed questions, notes, and quizzes directly into the video, requiring students to respond and reflect in real time.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

From a young age, I was captivated by a single question: “Can learning be more meaningful than memorization?” My journey has been one of constant evolution—from questioning the system to becoming someone who works to reimagine it. This helped them apply knowledge, develop communication skills, and see themselves as active citizens.

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Teach Hub

MAY 16, 2025

Heres the breakdown: Think Students take a moment to reflect on a question or prompt independently. It Builds Confidence and Gets Students Thinking More Deeply When you ask a question, like Why do you think the character did that? Start with a Strong Prompt The way you ask questions matters. some kids freeze up.

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Fairness Social Studies Questions Science 80

Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2025

Navigating the Disorienting Dilemma As we reason through this innovative technology, we will question truth and reality. Step Up Your Thinking Game An advanced thinker not only poses questions to others but focuses within. What other questions could be asked to dive deeper and more concisely into the information?

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Critical Thinking Intelligence Education Learning 128

eSchool News

JULY 8, 2025

Writing formulas are wicked As formulaic writing has become and remains prevalent in instruction and classroom writing activity, graphic organizers and structural guides, which were introduced as a tool to support acts of writing, have become a wicked problem of formula; the resource facilitating process has become the focus of product.

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eSchool News

JUNE 17, 2025

Mindful Lunch Challenge” — Designate two phone-free lunch periods per week where students engage in structured social activities (discussion prompts, group games) or quiet reflection time. Track sleep quality and morning alertness. Run for six weeks, rotating through different lunch periods to accommodate all students.

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eSchool News

APRIL 25, 2025

Students also use Gemini for real-time academic help, such as asking follow-up questions and details about a particular topic. CPS uses NotebookLM for clear communication and understanding around the district’s guidance and policies, ensuring they’re following district mandates. What are you using AI for in your school/classroom?

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 22, 2025

Design exploratory science activities 5. Preschool: Full Year Curriculum {Plans and Printables} BUNDLE By Mrs Plemons Kindergarten Grades: PreK-K This bundle focuses on exposure to core subjects with summary pages, printables, and activity overviews. Every activity can be used with one or more students. Table of Contents 1.

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eSchool News

MAY 27, 2025

This might mean clearly outlining what is expected in an assignment, breaking down large tasks into smaller steps, or organizing test questions in a logical, grouped format. Schools can support sensory regulation by offering quiet reading spaces, flexible seating options like active chairs, or designated areas for individual work.

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eSchool News

JUNE 20, 2025

In addition, the students who felt the most disengaged in math class said they wanted fewer online activities and more real-world applications in their math classes. Over 50% of students who lost interest in almost all of their math classes asked for fewer online activities and more real-world problems, the RAND study shows.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 21, 2025

Use these easy and effective ELA activities for middle school to keep students engaged and teach them valuable skills. These short ELA activities for middle school get students thinking and writing quickly. 4 Refreshing ELA Activities for Middle School Reading How do you balance classroom fun with ELA CCSS ?

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eSchool News

APRIL 24, 2025

Administrative or time-saving functions With students, during class activities or for homework Im using AI equally for my own tasks and with students Im not using AI Δ Math anxiety is a longtime issue affecting millions of people of all ages worldwide, yet to date, there hasnt been a universal solution, said Dr.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 20, 2025

The activities provide multiple entry points that allow students to utilize the tool right away. For the student that wants to prepare for in-class conversation, preparing and providing a few open-ended reading reflection questions (launchpad ideas) may be useful. Spinning Questions. Conversation Cards.

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Edsurge

JULY 9, 2025

So, in 2019, when I found out that a former manager of mine was starting a school that answered the same questions that plagued me, I knew I wanted in. By asking these questions, we instill the importance of decision-making skills in students and a sense of responsibility for their learning that traditional school models otherwise lack.

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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.

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eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2025

While their ambition is inspiring, it raises important questions for educators, such as: What are alternative careers in a students field of interest? Not just general practitioners–these middle schoolers aimed high and discussed specialties like cardiology, neurosurgery, psychiatry, plastic surgery, and anesthesiology.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 1, 2025

In the digital era, especially post-pandemic, this strategy has gained renewed importance for fostering active learning, critical thinking, and academic resilience. Moreover, many students, especially those transitioning from traditional learning environments, may carry negative assumptions about active learning approaches.

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eSchool News

JULY 9, 2025

TETA’s active involvement with national organizations keeps our members informed on critical and timely issues like cybersecurity, regulatory developments, and student data privacy,” said Pierce. It’s a big deal to have women in tech, to see them involved, advancing, and paving the way for others to follow.”

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Faculty Focus

JULY 1, 2025

In the digital era, especially post-pandemic, this strategy has gained renewed importance for fostering active learning, critical thinking, and academic resilience. Moreover, many students, especially those transitioning from traditional learning environments, may carry negative assumptions about active learning approaches.

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Critical Thinking Student Engagement Lecturing Quizzes 95

Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 25, 2025

From clapping catchy beats with hands and feet to singing for all the class to hear, amp up your lesson plan with music activities for elementary students that hit all the right notes. Perfect for brain breaks, indoor recess games , or circle time warm-ups, each activity can be remixed to set the right tone for your class.

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Edsurge

JUNE 16, 2025

The course’s six modules began with essential questions — What is computational thinking? This activity introduced data analysis while building critical thinking and global awareness. For each of them, the computational thinking course offered practical strategies and new perspectives. “We We learned so much. Where does it occur?

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Cult of Pedagogy

APRIL 27, 2025

Dr. Pooja Agarwal Dr. Michelle Rivers Dr. Janell Blunt Whiteboard Activities Dr. Janell Blunt , an associate professor of psychology at Anderson University in Indiana, uses personal mini-whiteboards with her college students in every class. “Present students with a multiple choice question.” ” Rivers explains.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 9, 2025

Perfect for class members working on social skills or for those too-silent periods, these questions, activities, and getting-to-know-you resources are just what you need to warm things up in class. Help them introduce themselves with more engaging ice breaker activities for high school students that range from funny to fascinating.

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eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2025

Keep an eye out for daily activities with local artists who will lead drop-in workshops to get the creative juices flowing. When I returned to the classroom, I faced those same questions. Discover our developed projects and strategies to bring these STEM activities into your classroom. What should we use?

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Art Math STEM Participation 145

Faculty Focus

MAY 18, 2025

Beginning Add literature/resources from neurodivergent, disabled, and diverse authors to assigned course readings and class activities. Be open and welcome student questions. When they ask what this means, share these suggestions! Replace and/or supplement outdated readings.

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Teach Hub

APRIL 23, 2025

Making Math Fun for Young Students Turn Math into Learning Stations Textbooks alone wont cut it for young learners, they need movement, hands-on activities, and variety. Use budgeting activities to teach percentageshave students plan a trip with a set budget. Learning stations are a great way to keep them engaged.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 15, 2025

The fundamental question becomes: How can educators plan for and deliver instructional content that is relatable and meaningful? To address this dismal response to education, we must promote inclusive and respectful learning environments that foster engagement, motivation, and active discourse.

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