eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Traditional textbooks are being replaced by interactive e-books and online resources, giving students dynamic and multimedia-rich content that can be updated as the world changes. How technology is impacting education Technology has profoundly impacted education, upending traditional teaching methods and reshaping today’s learning landscape.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

But since the COVID-19 pandemic forced instructors around the world to try online education, something unexpected has happened: Professors have found that there are some online teaching methods that work better than what can be done in the limits of a physical classroom. None of our class time was given to me delivering lectures.

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eSchool News

APRIL 1, 2025

Interactive technologies and multimedia tools now replace traditional textbooks and lectures, creating more dynamic and engaging learning environments. Videos, films, and simulations create immersive learning experiences that traditional teaching methods cannot replicate. Many districts are prohibiting cell phones in classrooms.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 12, 2016

Activities and tools such as this app, which can be used for amateur biologists but also for classroom purposes, might be key to engaging students in STEM subjects. Eighty-one percent of surveyed students said they are interested in science, and 73 percent expressed interest in biology.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

From traditional classroom learning methods like lectures and textbooks to innovative technologies such as interactive whiteboards and educational apps, these tools aim to facilitate effective learning experiences and foster student growth. What are some examples of teaching techniques?

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Teaching Textbooks Learning Styles Teaching Methods 130

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The proliferation of educational apps and online resources has expanded learning beyond the confines of textbooks. Technology has profoundly impacted K-12 education, revolutionizing traditional teaching methods and opening new avenues for learning. How has technology impacted K-12 education?

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

From traditional classroom learning approaches like lectures and textbooks to innovative methodologies such as active learning and technology integration, these methods aim to promote effective and dynamic learning experiences. What are the 5 methods of teaching? What are the 5 key instructional strategies?

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Teaching Teaching Methods Critical Thinking Learning Styles 130

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. Changing Student Expectations Given the rapid evolution of technology and educational methods, student expectations have shifted considerably in recent years.

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Hybrid Learning Learning Styles Study Critical Thinking 141

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

From traditional classroom learning tools like textbooks and whiteboards to innovative techniques such as flipped classrooms and educational software, these resources aim to optimize educational outcomes and engage students effectively. What are tools and techniques in education?

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Textbooks Metacognitive Skills Education Teaching Methods 130

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

In educational settings, AR can be used in numerous ways to enhance teaching and engage students. It can bring traditional textbooks to life by adding interactive elements like videos, models or supplementary information to printed pages. What is a challenge you've encountered when integrating AR activities into the classroom?

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Students Critical Thinking Teaching Methods Textbooks 201

EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 16, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH: Innovative K–12 teachers incorporate computer science into everyday activities. I would also push back and say the new way of teaching could be more beneficial for those types of tests. . Typically, they read about the Silk Road in a textbook, take a quiz in September, and then are tested on that material in May.

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Technology Textbooks Education Testing 167

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 19, 2024

With digital access, learning is no longer confined to textbooks and classroom materials. This flexibility ensures they remain actively involved in their child’s education. These sessions facilitate the exchange of best practices, innovative teaching methods, and cutting-edge educational research.

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Education Feedback Communication Teaching Methods 167

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Students actively engage with digital resources, collaborate on online platforms, and construct their understanding through hands-on experiences and problem-solving. This accessibility fosters self-directed learning and encourages students to explore beyond the confines of traditional textbooks. What are digital age learners?

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Learning Learning Styles Critical Thinking Accessibility 257

Edsurge

MAY 16, 2018

And as an active member in what advocates define as the “open education movement,” I frequently hear about the growing dissatisfaction of textbook costs and pedagogical concerns among faculty about outdated course materials. So why are there so few practitioners actively involved in increasing open education?

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Educators today are embracing a diverse range of technological resources to enhance their teaching methods, from interactive whiteboards and educational apps to virtual platforms and collaborative tools. Digital textbooks: Replace traditional textbooks with digital versions for interactive and multimedia-rich content.

Teaching 130

Teaching Technology Textbooks Gamification 130

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 26, 2023

Unlike traditional schooling, which often relies on one-size-fits-all teaching methods, personalized learning takes into account diverse learning styles and interests. AI-driven content is quickly becoming a reliable and robust alternative to traditional textbooks. It’s like having a personal trainer for our brain!

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High School High School Learning Styles Schools 179

Edsurge

APRIL 19, 2024

The goal is to improve science literacy among high school students by making lessons meaningful and relevant to their lives through a teaching method called project-based learning. The curriculum also primes students for college and potential careers in science. Other challenges seem to have set back STEM education, too.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Look for tools that support interactive and collaborative learning experiences to engage students actively in the educational process. Interactive classroom technology tools have become increasingly prevalent in K-12 classrooms, transforming traditional teaching methods and fostering more engaging and dynamic learning environments.

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Technology Teaching Learning Quizzes 130

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Teachers had to rely on their voices to capture students’ attention and adapt to unfamiliar remote teaching methods to motivate students who only appeared on video. However, despite teachers’ efforts, students remained passive participants and could not actively engage in lessons as they would in a physical classroom.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Students from various backgrounds can access quality education through e-learning platforms, videos, and digital textbooks. Technology has significantly improved teaching and learning by making education more interactive, personalized, and collaborative, ultimately leading to better academic outcomes and preparing students for the future.

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Technology Teaching Quizzes Learning 154

EdTech Magazine

APRIL 4, 2019

When designing a technology evaluation system, here are four key questions schools should be asking: Active use: First and foremost, it is important to ask whether users are actually taking advantage of the technology that is being evaluated. “I JOIN THE CONVERSATION: Follow @EdTech_K12 on Twitter for continued COSN 2019 coverage.

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Evaluation Technology Motivation Teaching Methods 135

Teach Hub

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

This difficulty could be because this age group tends to be distracted by their social life and other outside activities, which makes it hard for teachers to capture and hold their student’s attention. Hands-on, interactive activities can engage students and make science class more exciting.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Interactive tools such as educational apps, videos, and virtual simulations make lessons more dynamic, capturing students’ attention and encouraging active participation. The use of technology in the classroom to enhance teaching and learning can improve experiences in ways that engage students and streamline instruction.

Technology 130

Technology Learning Styles Attention Communication 130

Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The problem is that most teaching methods do not expose these fascinating aspects of mathematics. Hands-On Learning: Math Beyond the Textbook Some require you to see, touch, and perhaps experience it for that “click.” ” Hands-on activities are a total game-changer. Want to teach fractions?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 26, 2017

For years, my teaching revolved around textbooks as my resources. Once teachers are comfortable managing class activities in the cloud, move to the next step: Make lesson plans available in one central, easy-to-reach location such as the free Wikispaces or fee-based Blackboard. But that has changed. CK-12 Flexbooks.

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Blended Learning Textbooks Internet Learning 98

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

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. STEM opportunities are on the rise for young learners as elementary and early childhood programs increase exposure to STEM activities and careers.

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Gamification Intelligence Reading Ethics 360

Edsurge

APRIL 9, 2019

Textbooks never worked for this student, but with this extra support she moved to a next stage. There was this moment of real celebration on both sides where they realized they were kids halfway across the world from each other, doing the same activities. She was able to listen to the letters, and she finally recognized them.

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Technology Students Language Languages 164

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Being not only consumers but also active content creators, examining their social media usage reveals much about their cultural identity expression. Define l earning o bjectives: Align social media activities with specific learning objectives from the course content.

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Culture Learning Instructors Discussions 128

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Being not only consumers but also active content creators, examining their social media usage reveals much about their cultural identity expression. Define l earning o bjectives: Align social media activities with specific learning objectives from the course content.

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Culture Learning Instructors Discussions 104

Priceless Ponderings

APRIL 14, 2025

Interactive & Engaging Activities Children learn best when theyre actively engaged, so a great curriculum should include hands-on activities, storytelling, and creative projects. Flexible for Different Homeschooling Styles Homeschooling families use a variety of teaching methods, so a flexible curriculum is essential.

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Social Studies Study Curriculum History 52

eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

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. STEM opportunities are on the rise for young learners as elementary and early childhood programs increase exposure to STEM activities and careers.

Gamification 130

Gamification Intelligence Reading Ethics 130

Edsurge

JUNE 9, 2020

As a result, teaching is, to use another building metaphor, not up to code. There are widespread beliefs about the best way to teach and learn that have been proven wrong by science, yet they persist. For instance, an online biology textbook might include a short section about protein synthesis, followed by a question.

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Education Learning Textbooks Instructors 218

eSchool News

JUNE 2, 2025

What once was a space filled with lectures, textbooks, and rigid routines has evolved into a dynamic, interactive environment fueled by digital learning tools and creative teaching strategies. Blending teaching methods with digital tools Modern instruction is all about variety.

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Teaching Methods Learning Styles Students Intelligence 196