Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

By engaging students in selecting personalized tools, you empower them to take charge of their learning journey. Parental involvement and open communication also play vital roles. It’s important to communicate with students, parents, and specialists to gather detailed information about their needs.

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Technology Assistive Technology Learning Styles Students 172

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. These resources cater to various learning styles, allowing students to better understand complex topics. Another key benefit is personalized learning.

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Technology Attention Learning Styles Communication 130

eSchool News

APRIL 1, 2025

Modern students require interactive and stimulating content to sustain their attention and deepen their learning. The collaborative nature of film projects mirrors real-world work environments. Students must communicate effectively, delegate responsibilities, and solve problems collectively to produce their final product.

Teaching Methods 167

Teaching Methods Interactive Learning Assignments Participation 167

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Collaboration: Utilizing online platforms and tools that facilitate collaborative learning, communication, and teamwork among students and educators. It accommodates diverse learning styles and preferences, promoting a more dynamic and interactive learning experience.

Learning 254

Learning Learning Styles Critical Thinking Accessibility 254

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The positive effects of using technology in the classroom are numerous and impactful, significantly enhancing both teaching and learning experiences and reinforcing the importance of technology in the classroom. Personalized learning is another critical advantage of integrating technology.

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Technology Critical Thinking Learning Styles Attention 130

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Collaborative platforms and communication tools enable real-time interaction and teamwork, supporting both in-person and remote learning. This multi-sensory approach helps capture students’ attention and makes complex concepts more accessible. Technology also facilitates personalized learning.

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Technology Teaching Learning Styles Quizzes 137

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

One of my challenges as a music teacher is finding learning tools that inspire and motivate my students and engage them musically, regardless of their individual abilities. Taylor Haun (left) with a student Through electronic music, students can learn new tools. I’ve taught music full-time for a few years. There ’s Magic in That Music.

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Mobile Devices STEM Disabilities Motivation 167

Catlin Tucker

JUNE 4, 2024

This encoding involves attention and perception, allowing the brain to filter and focus on relevant information. This teacher-led model typically positions students as passive recipients of information rather than active agents striving to understand what they are learning.

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Knowledge Participation Discussions Writing 195

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: K-12 classrooms foster academic and social development Discover the advantages and disadvantages of classroom management Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends When it comes to classroom learning, classrooms offer a structured environment for learning, fostering interaction and academic growth.

Learning Styles 130

Learning Styles Attention Discussions Textbooks 130

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

This personalized approach ensures that each student receives the appropriate level of challenge and support, which helps address diverse learning needs. Third, technology improves collaboration among students. Overall, technology transforms the classroom into a more engaging, personalized, and collaborative learning environment.

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Technology Textbooks Feedback Teaching Methods 130

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 9, 2025

Incorporating four simple practices through collaborative learning communities could be a game changer for teachers willing to embrace a more humane approach to teaching and learning. Curiosity benefits priming the brain for learning (Robson, 2022). What motivates one may not motivate all.

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Students Motivation Feedback Communication 122

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Collaborative learning environments benefit from AI-driven tools that facilitate communication and teamwork. Collaborative learning environments benefit from AI-driven tools that facilitate communication and teamwork. Moreover, AI enhances the development of collaborative learning environments.

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Intelligence Education Learning Styles Teaching Methods 130

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

Anne Brown, CEO & President, Cook Center for Human Connection More meaningful, tailored school-home communication will be imperative to supporting academic recovery and addressing chronic absenteeism. Communications with student-level data tied to outcomes feel relevant and actionable to families.

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Gamification Intelligence Reading Ethics 359

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 9, 2025

Incorporating four simple practices through collaborative learning communities could be a game changer for teachers willing to embrace a more humane approach to teaching and learning. Curiosity benefits priming the brain for learning (Robson, 2022). What motivates one may not motivate all.

Students 111

Students Motivation Feedback Communication 111

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Digital Storytelling Tools: Platforms like StoryJumper or Book Creator enable students to create and share digital stories, enhancing literacy skills, creativity, and digital communication abilities. Coding programs and robotics kits introduce hands-on learning, promoting critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for the future.

Technology 130

Technology Learning Styles Learning Students 130

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Peer teaching encourages collaboration, communication skills development, and deeper comprehension. Metacognitive Strategies : Teaching students to monitor their own learning process, set goals, and regulate their learning enhances self-awareness and fosters academic autonomy.

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Study Activities Critical Thinking Active Learning 130

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Impact of Engagement in VLCs on Virtual Students The creation of a virtual learning community (VLC) within an asynchronous online course is intended to take the place of face-to-face PLCs and networking opportunities that students would have if they were to attend on-campus courses. Canvas, etc).

Activities 119

Activities Lecturing Learning Communication 119

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Video conferencing tools have become essential for remote and hybrid learning, connecting students and educators in virtual classrooms. Social media platforms are leveraged for educational purposes, facilitating communication, collaboration, and resource sharing within a global learning community.

Technology 137

Technology Teaching Learning Learning Styles 137

Teach Hub

JUNE 28, 2024

This level of flexibility ensures that learning isn’t just confined to the classroom but can happen whether they’re on the bus, taking a walk, exercising, or doing their chores. Audio content can grab students’ attention in a way that using textbooks alone can’t. Ultimately, podcasts can transform students into effective communicators.

Learning Styles 115

Learning Styles Learning Assignments Critical Thinking 115

k12 Digest

MARCH 4, 2025

While technology can enhance learning, it also brings distractions, shortens attention spans, and can negatively affect students social skills. Every classroom has a phone bag where students place their phones upon entry, minimizing distractions and helping them stay focused on learning.

Education 130

Education Culture Critical Thinking Evaluation 130

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Impact of Engagement in VLCs on Virtual Students The creation of a virtual learning community (VLC) within an asynchronous online course is intended to take the place of face-to-face PLCs and networking opportunities that students would have if they were to attend on-campus courses. Canvas, etc).

Activities 105

Activities Lecturing Learning Communication 105

Edsurge

DECEMBER 21, 2017

But they would also receive regular, personalized attention from a coach. To us, exactly what teachers decided to focus on was less important than the collaboration and skills they would pick up along the way. Teachers were responsible for choosing their own topics and for a data-based research and development project.

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Teachers Coaching Schools Failure 157

Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2023

But the monotonous presentation of information and lengthy one-way communication in didactic lecture lacks student engagement and makes students passive listeners in their learning process. Boosting student engagement and achievement during collaborative learning. Now we have competed the topic. , The Teaching Professor.

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Lecturing Instructors Minute Papers Students 97

Faculty Focus

JULY 13, 2023

But the monotonous presentation of information and lengthy one-way communication in didactic lecture lacks student engagement and makes students passive listeners in their learning process. Boosting student engagement and achievement during collaborative learning. Now we have competed the topic. , The Teaching Professor.

Lecturing 97

Lecturing Instructors Minute Papers Students 97

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Looking at active learning strategies, examples encompass a range of techniques designed to engage students in the learning process, promoting deeper understanding and retention of material. Collaboration: Many active learning strategies involve collaborative activities that require students to work together to achieve common goals.

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Active Learning Activities Critical Thinking Quizzes 137

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In the realm of content creation, AI assists in generating engaging and interactive learning materials. From interactive simulations to virtual labs, AI contributes to the development of immersive educational resources that captivate students’ attention and enhance understanding.

Education 130

Education Learning Styles Intelligence Teaching Methods 130

Faculty Focus

MARCH 4, 2025

In a large classroom, instructors often face challenges in creating personal connections with students, maintaining attention, and ensuring active participation (Wang & Calvano, 2022). Students in smaller classes often feel more comfortable asking questions and engaging in discussions, fostering a collaborative learning environment.

Teaching 87

Teaching Lecturing Gamification Interdisciplinary 87

Faculty Focus

MARCH 4, 2025

In a large classroom, instructors often face challenges in creating personal connections with students, maintaining attention, and ensuring active participation (Wang & Calvano, 2022). Students in smaller classes often feel more comfortable asking questions and engaging in discussions, fostering a collaborative learning environment.

Teaching 83

Teaching Lecturing Gamification Interdisciplinary 83

Faculty Focus

MAY 13, 2025

Increasingly, instructors report difficulty maintaining students attention, citing ever-present distractions like smartphones, laptops, and a relentless stream of digital notifications. One particularly effective way to enact this shift is through the collaborative development of classroom ground rules. Ways to disagree.

Syllabus 105

Syllabus Instructors Learning Confidentiality 105

Faculty Focus

MAY 13, 2025

Increasingly, instructors report difficulty maintaining students attention, citing ever-present distractions like smartphones, laptops, and a relentless stream of digital notifications. One particularly effective way to enact this shift is through the collaborative development of classroom ground rules. Ways to disagree.

Syllabus 98

Syllabus Instructors Learning Confidentiality 98

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 13, 2023

Several strategies can help learners participate more fully in the learning environment, including collaborative learning, visual/spatial supports, and individualized instruction. Furthermore, collaborative learning can greatly benefit neurodiverse learners. Ensure images have descriptive alt texts.

Disabilities 98

Disabilities Learning Spaces Universal Design Learning Disabilities 98

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 13, 2023

Several strategies can help learners participate more fully in the learning environment, including collaborative learning, visual/spatial supports, and individualized instruction. Furthermore, collaborative learning can greatly benefit neurodiverse learners. Ensure images have descriptive alt texts.

Disabilities 98

Disabilities Learning Spaces Universal Design Learning Disabilities 98

Cult of Pedagogy

OCTOBER 1, 2023

While the goal for allowing students to work with a partner any time they choose is intended to send the message that we can always get help from peers, it doesn’t leave room for purposefully designing a task with collaboration in mind. During collaborative learning, the goal is for students to learn from and with one another — not you.

Group work 52

Group work Assignments Questions Communication 52

eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

Anne Brown, CEO & President, Cook Center for Human Connection More meaningful, tailored school-home communication will be imperative to supporting academic recovery and addressing chronic absenteeism. Communications with student-level data tied to outcomes feel relevant and actionable to families.

Gamification 130

Gamification Intelligence Reading Ethics 130

k12 Online Schools

APRIL 23, 2025

Introduction: Learning in the Digital Age The digital revolution hasnt just transformed how we communicate or shop, it has reshaped how we learn. K12 online education, once considered a niche alternative, is now a powerful and mainstream model of learning. It keeps the brain stimulated, not rested.

Study 52

Study Online Learning Learning Motivation 52

eSchool News

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Teachers have also expressed positive feedback using the technology, underscoring how it led to more collaborative learning experiences for students. They are accredited by Cognia and offer supportive online learning to students both in Florida and around the world.

Education 300

Education Learning Schools Math 300

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2017

To get a glimpse into what the next 12 months will hold for everything from professional development to digital learning, and from communication to virtual reality, 15 ed tech luminaries looked back on 2016 edtech trends to help predict what’s in store for 2017. With every new year comes new ideas.

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Lecturing Mobile Devices Middle School Middle School 279