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.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 16, 2023

The integration of AI tools in English language arts (ELA) instruction has emerged as a potentially transformative pedagogical approach that could redefine the traditional landscape of education. You are still a thinking and feeling human being! There were times when the AI feedback was difficult for students to interpret.

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eSchool News

APRIL 25, 2023

Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education —the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports instruction wherever it takes place—has announced a host of exciting updates to the company’s award-winning services. Together, these new enhancements drive deeper student engagement and offer even greater support to educators.

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eSchool News

JUNE 27, 2024

Mental health: Research shows that being creative through the arts helps heal the mind and body. Educators talk about writing across the curriculum–what about arts across the curriculum? This is where PBL and maker education intersect. Why maker education?

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eSchool News

JULY 20, 2017

Simply put, writing is our critical thinking made visible. Because it is a critical thinking process, writing isn’t merely an act of jotting down what you have in your head. In the best classrooms, writing for learning is facilitated through collaboration with a peer or revision based on feedback from a teacher.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 16, 2025

There is truly nothing more powerful–or that grows your practice morethan watching yourself on video, and the use of this technology will help our teachers engage in more meaningful self-reflection while receiving targeted feedback from coaches and coordinators.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Here are three key expectations that are redefining modern education: Interactive Learning : Students expect dynamic, interactive lessons that incorporate multimedia elements and real-time feedback. In this new paradigm, collaboration and critical thinking are essential. Passive learning is no longer acceptable.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 3, 2024

AI offers the potential for virtual tutoring, a helper that can answer students’ questions, guide them through assignments, and provide targeted feedback without requiring the teacher’s constant input. In the end, the goal isn’t for AI to take over teaching, but to give teachers the time and energy they need to do what they do best.

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eSchool News

APRIL 12, 2023

Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place. Easy-to-follow instructions guide students through data collection, measurement, data analysis, and interpretation, while feedback provided by both open-ended and auto-graded questions reinforces correct ideas.

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eSchool News

MARCH 6, 2016

Odeum is launching a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter to bring to the market a collection of customizable 3D immersive role-playing games built around K-12 curriculum to enhance students’ learning experience and develop critical thinking and empathy.

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eSchool News

MARCH 25, 2025

We chose EL Education for English language arts, Bridges for preK-5 math, and Illustrative Mathematics for math in grades 6-8. We also followed up a few weeks later to examine teachers practices and go over feedback about their experience. Our instructional coaches are recording teachers and giving them constructive feedback.

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eSchool News

JULY 20, 2016

Communication is key in classrooms, and recent 21st century initiatives describe the importance of students understanding the reasoning of others and engaging in meaningful conversations using critical thinking. Approximately 70,000 of Arizona’s K-12 students are ELLs. Read more.

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eSchool News

MAY 15, 2024

Some of my favorite ways include using video for self-reflection and for peer feedback. By weaving technology and art into my lessons across the curriculum, I am tapping into more modalities of learners and gaining more interest. It is anchored in exploring new ideas, testing our knowledge, and applying information in new contexts.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 20, 2023

The activity develops students’ problem-solving, critical thinking, communication and collaboration skills. I leveraged AI to develop activities I could do with him to engage his interest in medieval while meeting language arts standards. It can look at footwork and dribbling to provide feedback.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 19, 2024

For instance: Teachers can offer real-time feedback and customized learning plans tailored to individual needs. Students benefit from tailored assignments and feedback suited to their unique learning styles. Tailored lesson plans and real-time feedback cater to individual student needs. That can go beyond K-12 education.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 27, 2021

These can be adapted to any writing program be it 6+1 Traits, Write Source, IB, Common Core, or other popular language arts curricula. Provide students with effective feedback in a collaborative, sharing manner. Teachers will actively collaborate, share knowledge, provide constructive feedback to classmates, and publish digitally.

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eSchool News

APRIL 14, 2022

Legal System Python Programming Spanish 1 Credit Recovery Spanish 1 Summer Studio Art Veterinary Medicine. The new Studio Art course introduces students to the foundational elements of visual art while developing the 4C skills of creativity, communication, critical thinking, and collaboration.

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Edsurge

MARCH 12, 2018

I spent years working at Google, and the skills that were critical to my success may surprise you. Instead, the organization values traits like critical thinking, empathy, and thoughtful communication—above STEM competencies. It can also facilitate sharing feedback with educators across a grade, school or district.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 28, 2024

The Ask a Tech Teacher team has come up with 10 practical tips to enhance your essay writing abilities, covering aspects like thesis development, structure, evidence, transitions, and proper grammar: Mastering the Art of Essay Writing Do you find essay writing daunting? You’re not alone. Remember, practice makes perfect.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 2, 2018

Achieve3000 , a provider of online reading and literacy tools, announced it has acquired Seattle-based Actively Learn , which also provides a suite of online reading materials and instructional supports aimed at helping students build literacy and critical-thinking skills.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Creative thinking leads the list, followed by analytical or critical thinking. Collaboration is also the future of work, and any creative tool that has built-in collaboration features provides opportunities for students to not just create but to co-create with others, share feedback and exchange ideas.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

As the education sector continues to embrace technological advancements, educators are watching the transformative impact of various technologies, particularly how they facilitate enhanced comprehension, critical thinking, and prepare students for success in the ever-evolving digital era.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 3, 2023

creativity, collaboration, communication, critical thinking, problem solving, resiliency) and crosses multiple disciplines (e.g. art, design, technology, sound/music, project management). Making games cultivates a range of hard skills (e.g. coding) and soft skills (e.g.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Small group instruction ensures that students receive individualized feedback, while structured classroom settings create a supportive atmosphere where they can develop confidence and independence. Beyond academics, AEFs approach to personalized learning extends to life skills and social development.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 21, 2019

Other soft skills include critical thinking, collaboration, and negotiation. I would put it fifth on my list, behind problem solving, critical thinking, collaboration and ability to learn. You must use creativity to think of new ways to define and solve problems. It combines elements of both. Do this a lot.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

Founded in 2012, ThinkCERCA offers a set of digital tools and lesson plans to help educators teach critical thinking skills across a variety of subjects, including English language arts (ELA), math, social studies and science. Some districts purchase the product as a wholesale textbook replacement for their ELA classes.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 27, 2021

These can be adapted to any writing program be it 6+1 Traits, Write Source, IB, Common Core, or other popular language arts curricula. Provide students with effective feedback in a collaborative, sharing manner. Teachers will actively collaborate, share knowledge, provide constructive feedback to classmates, and publish digitally.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

Additionally, AI can shorten the feedback loop on student work, allowing students to quickly identify any misunderstandings they may have. Immediate feedback also helps students develop self-efficacy. This customized approach helps all students practice and learn new concepts in a way that works for them.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 22, 2021

These can be adapted to any writing program be it 6+1 Traits, Write Source, IB, Common Core, or other popular language arts curricula. Provide students with effective feedback in a collaborative, sharing manner. Teachers will actively collaborate, share knowledge, provide constructive feedback to classmates, and publish digitally.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 22, 2018

Feedback: In our interviews, we learned that teachers have a strong desire to source lessons, activities, and resources that simultaneously align to state standards and resonate with their students. Feedback: Nearly every teacher we’ve spoken to admits that there aren’t enough hours in the day to accomplish everything on their to do list.

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Edsurge

APRIL 25, 2018

As of today, the site gives eight examples of “21st-Century Skills Badges" offered by partners, including critical thinking, oral communication and intercultural fluency. 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.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Online platforms and learning management systems are other examples of technologies that improve student learning and enable teachers to share resources, assignments, and feedback seamlessly. Learning management systems (LMS), such as Google Classroom or Moodle, facilitate streamlined communication, assignment distribution, and feedback.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 8, 2023

These activities can be used to reinforce key concepts, test understanding, and provide feedback to students. These tools often offer features like timed quizzes, leaderboards, and instant feedback, creating a gamified experience that motivates students to actively participate and strive for improvement. Quizizz , or Google Forms.

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Teach Hub

JULY 19, 2024

Why Students Need to Learn Problem-Solving Problem-solving is the foundation of critical thinking. This method forces students to think deeply to solve problems while applying concepts and scenarios. This strategy requires innovative thinking and creative solutions.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

It promotes hands-on, collaborative projects that encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and real-world application of knowledge, preparing students for future challenges. STEAM Education: There is a growing emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) education.

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Faculty Focus

JANUARY 9, 2025

Authentically modeling and positively reinforcing curiosity in the classroom contributes significantly to everyones critical thinking, decision-making, program solving, and well-being. It supports constructive feedback, helps navigate academic challenges, and promotes an inclusive learning environment.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Computational thinking is an approach to problem-solving where students organize and analyze data, create algorithms, and then develop and use models and simulations to test theories and ideas. It’s an approach that students can use in any subject (yes, even English Language Arts).

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