Assignments Attention Students 
Catlin Tucker
DECEMBER 12, 2023
Not only has the explosion of artificial intelligence (AI) and chatbots created concern about assigning writing, but myriad challenges exist when we send writing home with students. #1 As a result, writing assignments often fail to meet the psychological needs of autonomy, competence, and relatedness required for motivation.
eSchool News
MAY 12, 2025
students read for fun almost every day–down from 31 percent in 1984. What began as a simple classroom project to encourage reading evolved into a movement that amplified student voices, built confidence, and connected learners across cultures. The assignment? To promote reading in the classroom and beyond. The result?
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Catlin Tucker
APRIL 1, 2021
One of the challenges teachers in concurrent classrooms face is feeling torn between the needs of students in two learning landscapes simultaneously. Teachers feel guilty because they know one group of students is commanding more of their time and attention. Step 1: Use Your Resources. Can they ask a classmate? Remind App.
Catlin Tucker
JUNE 29, 2015
Students watch videos at home where they can control the pace of their learning, then they come to class prepared to apply that information in collaborative student-centered activities. Instead of simply consuming information, I want students to think critically about that information. Here’s how it works!
eSchool News
DECEMBER 13, 2018
It’s hard to overemphasize the importance of teaching our students how to use technology appropriately and responsibly. And what’s just as important is making sure we’re helping all our students build these essential digital citizenship skills. Identifying student challenges. And you can help.
Catlin Tucker
NOVEMBER 12, 2023
auditory processing, attention deficit, lack of background knowledge or vocabulary, absences), teachers record video instruction and assign those videos for homework. Then, class time is dedicated to practice and application, which has traditionally been assigned as homework for students to complete independently.
Edsurge
OCTOBER 7, 2024
Encouraging students to complete work outside of class has always been a struggle. But many college professors say it has gotten even harder in recent years as students prioritize their mental health, have trouble adhering to deadlines and are more skeptical of the purpose of homework.
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