eSchool News

APRIL 24, 2025

The 16- to 18-year-old students queried are participants in this years MathWorks Math Modeling Challenge (M3 Challenge), an annual internet-based, intensive math modeling contest organized by SIAM. Of the hundreds of participating teams, nine finalist teams were selected from across the U.S., How can AI help reduce math anxiety?

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Edsurge

JUNE 13, 2025

They then ran a series of focus groups, which included parents, students and educators, to gain a better understanding of what participants knew about AI, what concerned them and how it affected their daily lives. Hayes recalls one teen participant who self-published a book that used an AI-generated image on the cover.

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Essay Ethics Fairness Assignments 166

eSchool News

MAY 16, 2025

Although 78 percent of all survey participants feel positive about the impacts that AI is having on education, 74 percent noted that the volume and availability of AI is overwhelming. Still, AI adoption and use remains high, with 70 percent of surveyed students reported that they use AI at least occasionally for their assignments.

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Education Critical Thinking Students Ethics 278

Faculty Focus

MAY 18, 2025

Beginning Add literature/resources from neurodivergent, disabled, and diverse authors to assigned course readings and class activities. Provide multiple sources and access points for assignment requirements and expectations (written descriptions, presentations, instructional videos, examples, rubrics).

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Accessibility Disabilities Learning Disabilities Special Education 96

k12 Digest

JULY 1, 2025

One of the participating students put it this way: “We weren’t just creating a marketing campaign; we were solving a real-world problem that mattered. These aren’t just assignments. In an AL Marketing Challenge, students teamed up with New Balance earlier this year for a Gen Z marketing challenge. That made all the difference.”

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Learning Critical Thinking History Secondary Education 130

eSchool News

JUNE 13, 2025

These students might take longer to complete assignments or may miss visual cues from teachers, making it difficult to follow along with lessons. Without appropriate support, such as assistive technology, students may fall behind academically, which can affect their confidence and motivation to participate.

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Assistive Technology Students Textbooks Reading 194

k12 Digest

MAY 15, 2025

Empirical studies show that microlearning modules improve knowledge retention, engagement, and learning outcomes, with participants reporting high effectiveness scores in these areas [3]. Unlike traditional educational models, where feedback loops stretch across days or weeks, virtual tutors close these loops in seconds.

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Education Learning Knowledge Feedback 150

Edsurge

JUNE 4, 2025

As classrooms across the country become more linguistically diverse, educators face a growing challenge: ensuring that every student, regardless of English proficiency, can access learning, participate fully and feel included. Today, emergent bilingual (EB) students, also known as English learners, account for 10.6 percent of U.S.

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English Language Languages Assignments 129

Faculty Focus

JUNE 1, 2025

Each assignment has 1-10 points, with a total of 100 points. In my more recent students evaluations, students say they are less stressed, they are more motivated, and they understand assignment expectations at the beginning of the semester. I especially wanted students to understand that the final assignment was anything but.

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Teach Hub

APRIL 23, 2025

Its great for in-class use and also works well as a homework assignment. Adding a competitive element can turn even the most reluctant learners into active participants. It offers interactive activities and visual representations to keep students engaged. The site rewards progress with certificates and achievements.

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Math Textbooks Quizzes Participation 88

Cult of Pedagogy

APRIL 27, 2025

” Another advantage is the fact that they require every student to participate “something in social psychology we call the diffusion of responsibility. ” assigning points : Blunt strongly discourages assigning points to whiteboard retrieval activities. When you walk into the class and say, how are you today?

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Multiple Choice Questions Teachers Writing Questions 80

Faculty Focus

JULY 1, 2025

This article explores how these three components can reshape flipped learning and address persistent challenges such as student unpreparedness, fear of participation, and lack of motivation. Addressing Fear Through Technology-Supported Safety Fear is one of the most formidable barriers to classroom participation. Flipped Classroom 2.0:

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Critical Thinking Student Engagement Lecturing Quizzes 89

Faculty Focus

JULY 1, 2025

This article explores how these three components can reshape flipped learning and address persistent challenges such as student unpreparedness, fear of participation, and lack of motivation. Addressing Fear Through Technology-Supported Safety Fear is one of the most formidable barriers to classroom participation. Flipped Classroom 2.0:

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Critical Thinking Student Engagement Lecturing Quizzes 95

Faculty Focus

JUNE 24, 2025

Chickering and Gamson (1987) remind us about the importance of participation and engagement in the classroom: “Learning is not a spectator sport. Students do not learn much just sitting in classes listening to teachers, memorizing pre-packaged assignments, and spitting out answers. For example, look at the log in records.

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eLearning Students Assignments Feedback 70

Faculty Focus

JULY 10, 2025

But what we see in higher education—missed assignments, low engagement, quiet classrooms—isn’t always a motivation issue. Rethink Participation Not everyone feels comfortable speaking up in class. I also let students revise one major assignment. These weren’t just different schools—they were different worlds.

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Teaching Elementary School Elementary School Failure 54

Faculty Focus

JULY 10, 2025

But what we see in higher education—missed assignments, low engagement, quiet classrooms—isn’t always a motivation issue. Rethink Participation Not everyone feels comfortable speaking up in class. I also let students revise one major assignment. These weren’t just different schools—they were different worlds.

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Teaching Elementary School Elementary School Failure 54

Faculty Focus

JUNE 24, 2025

Chickering and Gamson (1987) remind us about the importance of participation and engagement in the classroom: “Learning is not a spectator sport. Students do not learn much just sitting in classes listening to teachers, memorizing pre-packaged assignments, and spitting out answers. For example, look at the log in records.

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eLearning Students Assignments Feedback 68

Edsurge

MAY 29, 2025

The decision has also emboldened opponents of the emerging school choice movement, which aims to give parents options beyond the assigned district public school, often using public dollars to do so. [P]ublic charter schools are just that, public, she wrote, adding that the decision should give clarity to families.

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Schools Assignments Questions Testing 76

Teacher Mood

JUNE 1, 2025

Not only is it okay to stop grading every single assignment , but there’s also a smarter way to ensure your students are learning and growing: self-checking student work. Math Fluency Practice Without the Grading Drain You assign a daily math warm-up with 50 addition facts. Thats where self-checking student work comes in.

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Students Peer Review Math Assignments 52

Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 16, 2025

Discussing topics with peers, investigating problems and solutions, working together in teams, and finding their own preferred methods for completing an assignment lets students take charge of their learning. Giving students active learning roles in student-centered classrooms lets them engage in ways they may not have before.

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High School High School Beliefs Schools 52

Teach Hub

JUNE 12, 2025

Even your more reluctant readers may find it easier to participate because they have a clear, manageable role. Group students together and assign each student a role. They may start talking more, helping each other clarify confusion, or build confidence in their ability to work through challenging material. It’s fairly simple.

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Reading Discussions Fairness Questions 66

Elevate k12

JUNE 30, 2025

Many shared that they felt supported, motivated, and eager to participate in lessons tailored just for them. Once classroom logistics are confirmed, we’ll match you with certified special education teachers and assign an Inclusive Learning Coordinator to support your program. We’ll take care of the rest.

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Special Education Teachers Disabilities Coaching 97

Faculty Focus

MAY 15, 2025

Over multiple semesters, more than 2,000 students voluntarily participated in IRB-approved surveys and follow-up interviews. Flexibility in format and modality such as recorded lectures, alternative assignments, or extended deadlinesmade students feel supported, capable, and seen. These were not standard end-of-semester evaluations.

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Disabilities Course Design Lecturing Students 54

Cult of Pedagogy

MAY 11, 2025

Communicate major assignments and assessments in advance and give students opportunities to plan their time and effort. In a classroom focused on avoiding errors and completing tasks, students may see the purpose of a math assignment as completing items 1-17 without any errors so it can be checked and graded. Im here to help!

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Academic Integrity Learning Assignments Feedback 92

k12

JULY 10, 2025

Active, engaged learners retain information better, participate more fully, and develop a deeper understanding of the material. Polls and Quizzes: Encourage your child to participate in polls or mini quizzes if their online platform offers them. Online learning isn’t limited to slides and reading assignments.

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Online Learning Quizzes Learning Motivation 52

Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 21, 2025

By making reading assignments as creative as the books they’re covering! Assign creative book reports Forget the standard five-paragraph book report format! Differentiate with different novels for reading groups or adjusted assignments for various students. Keep it interesting. Assess regularly.

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Middle School Middle School Activities Schools 52

k12 Prospects

JUNE 13, 2025

Strategy: Assign dedicated account managers to school districts to assist with onboarding and implementation. Position Yourself as a Thought Leader: Contribute to the education sector by publishing whitepapers, hosting webinars, and participating in industry conferences.

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Schools Failure History Learning Outcomes 52

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Maybe they forget to turn in assignments, have trouble organizing their thoughts, or feel overwhelmed by fast-paced lessons. Every student maintains a daily agenda where teachers jot down assignments, reminders, and important updates. At AEF Schools, these students arent overlookedtheyre understood.

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Skills Schools Learning Students 137

k12

JULY 18, 2025

Online school students use computer skills to access classes, communicate with teachers, conduct research, review materials, and turn in assignments. Each of these parts is important for actively participating in online classes (and also a good entry into privacy conversations with your child). File management. Presentations.

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Skills Internet Students Assignments 52

Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 11, 2025

You’ll also get three customizable covers perfect for group assignments, novel studies, and independent projects. Should schools limit the amount of homework they assign? Should lifting your backpack and books count as gym participation? Should kids get paid for chores based on their performance, like a job?

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Writing Grades Essay Middle School 52

k12

JUNE 10, 2025

For starters, my online school allows me to have flexibility in my class and assignment schedule. At 12:30 PM, I attend my student advisory council meeting, and then at 1:30 PM, I finish working through my psychology assignments, notes, and readings from that week. It is hard to list all the things.

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History English Schools Students 52

Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 2, 2025

19 Longer Journal Writing Prompts for High School For a deeper dive into your students thoughts, assign longer journal prompts for high school. Students can keep a long-term journal to respond all year long, or they can use journal prompts as a springboard into a class essay or assignment.

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High School High School Writing Essay 52

Edsurge

OCTOBER 11, 2017

From experience, they know that throwing more committees against the problems won’t result in the transformation needed, so they assign centralized people to the task. They are seasoned—and senior—participants in university life and culture.

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Culture Motivation Evaluation Feedback 277

Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

Last year, almost 300,000 students (age 4-104) participated from over 180 countries and wrote almost 20 billion lines of code. If you’re planning to participate in Hour of Code, here are a series of activities — broken down by grade — that will kickstart your effort. Look at what happened and fix where it went wrong.

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Grades Activities Art Writing 234

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

Using live chats and video, they would engage with their teachers in real time, asking questions, participating in class discussions, and completing assignments from our home. They connected with teachers and classmates via live online sessions. Next page: How online school prepared my sons for the future).

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High School High School Schools Art 313

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 29, 2020

In training sessions, teachers often ask, “How can I increase engagement and participation in synchronous online discussions?” ” First, it is important to remember that participating in a real-time discussion is scary and feels like a risk for students who are shy, anxious, or need more time to process the questions.

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Discussions Participation Questions Assignments 546

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 1, 2020

It can be daunting to think about how to present information online, when and where to post assignments, how much to assign, and when to expect that work to be completed. It is not merely a vehicle to disseminate resources or collect assignments. 1 Think of Your LMS as Your Online Classroom.

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Teaching Assignments Discussions Communication 545