Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 11, 2022

It has been estimated that college students across the globe devote in excess of a billion hours per year to “disposable” assignments (Wiley, 2016). Moving from essential to “renewable” assignments means that the students see the tasks as sufficiently meaningful to be kept and even passed on to others. What a waste!

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eSchool News

MARCH 27, 2023

The all-new AI Assignment Assistant generates customized writing prompts on any topic or subject, at any grade level and in any curriculum within seconds. We’ve seen students who lacked the motivation to write become passionate about the craft.

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eSchool News

JULY 22, 2024

The platform’s customization options enable me to design assignments that cater to each student’s unique learning needs, promoting a more inclusive and effective educational experience. This student often found it challenging to stay focused and motivated with conventional paper-based tasks.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 30, 2025

Although there is still pushback, many benefits to incorporating technology into the classroom have been identified, including instant access to information, supporting different learning styles, and incorporating things like creativity, communication, and digital literacy (explorance, 2023).

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Additionally, many schools leverage cloud-based platforms and learning management systems to facilitate seamless communication, assignment distribution, and collaboration. Gamification: Incorporate gamified elements into lessons to make learning enjoyable, fostering intrinsic motivation and a sense of accomplishment among students.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Joy: Cultivating a love for learning Imagine a school where students eagerly anticipate each day, where learning is synonymous with excitement and discovery. By fostering a positive school culture, we create an environment where students and staff feel valued and motivated. This vision underscores the first promise of Joy.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

It aims to remove barriers to learning by proactively addressing challenges students may face, such as disabilities, language barriers, or differences in learning styles. Here’s a good six-minute video overview of UDL: Basics of UDL A big part of UDL is personalizing the “Why, What, and How” of learning.

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eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2025

Blended learning approaches combine digital assessment tools with traditional classroom instruction, creating seamless transitions between online and in-person learning experiences. Students who prefer visual learning gain additional channels for demonstrating their understanding and contributing to group discussions.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 14, 2024

Additionally, gamification features, enhanced by AI, can make learning more engaging and enjoyable by incorporating game elements into educational activities, and motivating through rewards, challenges, and interactive storytelling.

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eSchool News

JUNE 13, 2016

Increasingly, a teacher’s knowledge can be found online and in various learning styles. As the internet drives down the value of a teacher’s knowledge, their ability to personalize learning with resources from around the world will increase.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

This shift not only makes learning more engaging but also allows for more up-to-date and easily accessible information. Edtech has personalized the learning experience for K-12 students. Adaptive learning platforms and educational apps cater to individual learning styles and paces, enabling students to progress at their own rate.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 21, 2024

Benefits of Online Learning Flexibility and Accessibility Perhaps the most significant advantage of online learning is its flexibility. Your students can access course materials and complete their assignments on their schedule. This personalization only helps students stay engaged and motivated.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Moreover, the physical presence of teachers and peers creates a supportive learning environment that promotes collaboration and motivation. Students can access course materials and participate in discussions from anywhere with an internet connection, accommodating diverse schedules and learning preferences.

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JUNE 26, 2023

Personalized learning is an approach that tailors education to each individual’s strengths and weaknesses. Unlike traditional schooling, which often relies on one-size-fits-all teaching methods, personalized learning takes into account diverse learning styles and interests. Targeted Learning.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2024

1 – Personalized learning Personalized learning techniques allow teachers to tailor lessons to individual student interests. This helps raise engagement levels since it ensures that each student can learn in their own way. Each student is unique, with their own set of interests and learning styles.

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MAY 14, 2024

Data gathered through evaluations, completed assignments, and interaction with chatbots or virtual assistants provides educators with insights into students’ unique needs and learning styles. Virtualized and Augmented Learning Rote memorization is an outdated and poor method of preparing students for real-life challenges.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Implement Personalized Learning Tools Personalized learning tools are revolutionizing the way educators support students with special needs by catering to their unique learning styles and preferences. Use assessment tools to gather data on their learning styles.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Among the many digital tools available, e-portfolios have emerged as a powerful means for enhancing student involvement, motivation, and learning outcomes. E-portfolios are digital collections of student work that showcase achievements and learning progress and have the power to transform the educational experience for students.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Proponents of online learning highlight its flexibility and accessibility. Research suggests that online platforms offer opportunities for personalized learning, catering to diverse learning styles and paces. Both online learning and classroom learning offer unique advantages and disadvantages.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

The physical presence of a teacher allows for immediate clarification of doubts, personalized feedback, and dynamic discussions that cater to diverse learning styles. While online learning offers flexibility and accessibility, it may lack the same level of engagement and interaction found in traditional classrooms.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

These technologies capture students’ attention and help them stay focused, leading to improved motivation and participation in the learning process. Personalized learning is another key benefit. This helps meet individual learning needs and caters to diverse learning styles.

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Edsurge

JUNE 10, 2024

By providing multiple ways to represent content, engaging students in design challenges that cater to their different interests, motivations and learning styles, and allowing students to express themselves creatively, Minecraft Education can be a powerful tool for reaching all learners.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Epic Charter Schools offers online learning to more than 30,000 students in the state of Oklahoma. For years, the school had been searching for ways to reverse the pattern of disengagement, build motivation to complete schoolwork and get students over that finish line at graduation.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Additionally, hands-on activities and experiential learning opportunities are more readily available in traditional classrooms, catering to diverse learning styles. On the other hand, online learning provides flexibility and accessibility, allowing students to learn at their own pace and customize their educational experience.

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JANUARY 24, 2017

Learning is individualized because students can start and stop videos to understand a concept and create videos at their own pace. They can become self-sufficient learners, and their motivation and engagement levels increase. Using video makes flipping a classroom much easier, as video lessons can be assigned to be done at home.

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DECEMBER 14, 2016

Videos not only engage students because they are relatable, they inspire and motivate them to make the most of their learning experiences. To cater to different learning styles and make a lesson interesting and engaging, use one or two videos to introduce a topic, show an explanation of a theory, or show an example of a concept.

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MAY 5, 2022

If you attend edtech conferences, you know how motivating, energizing, and forward-thinking they are. Once students navigated through the learning process, they chose from three representation options to demonstrate their learning. I always come away feeling ready to use the latest and best edtech tools in my lesson plans.

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Edsurge

APRIL 4, 2018

John Dewey encouraged me to make all activities meaningful, while Jean Piaget and Seymour Papert inspired me to use hands-on learning. And the work of Anthony Gregorc and Neil Fleming on learning styles and Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences remind me that all children are capable of growth.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 19, 2024

Students benefit from tailored assignments and feedback suited to their unique learning styles. The result is a more engaged, motivated student body ready to tackle complex challenges confidently. Utilizing AI-driven analytics, educators can monitor progress in real-time, offering timely interventions where necessary.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

The integration of digital tools such as interactive software, cloud-based platforms, and adaptive learning systems has shifted traditional educational models towards more personalized, flexible, and engaging learning experiences. A key aspect of education technology is its capacity to support personalized learning.

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Teach Hub

MAY 9, 2024

Poor grades often signal an underlying issue that may go beyond the student’s understanding of the material, such as an external stressor or lack of motivation. It can also signal something more like a learning disability. Teach students how to manage their time and assignments, study for tests , and take good notes.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Educators use these multimedia tools cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring that students grasp concepts more effectively. 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.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

These resources cater to various learning styles, allowing students to better understand complex topics. Another key benefit is personalized learning. Technology allows educators to tailor instruction to individual student needs through adaptive learning software. Technology also improves collaboration.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

From interactive applications to collaborative online platforms, a diverse array of technologies is contributing to more engaging, personalized, and efficient learning environments. These tools not only cater to diverse learning styles but also empower students to explore, create, and collaborate in unprecedented ways.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Among the many digital tools available, e-portfolios have emerged as a powerful means for enhancing student involvement, motivation, and learning outcomes. E-portfolios are digital collections of student work that showcase achievements and learning progress and have the power to transform the educational experience for students.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

Michael Arquin, Founder, KidWind The integration of AI in education has the potential to revolutionize the way students learn, especially for non-traditional learners. AI can deliver content to students in a manner that supports each student’s unique learning styles and preferences.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

He says that’s been especially helpful in his English class, where it’s not unusual to have overlapping essay assignments. “[The The educator course offers a primer on learning differences, with a special emphasis on executive function, working memory and student motivation. Some students were all about it,” Lane says. “It

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