eSchool News

MAY 7, 2025

One might assume that the most desirable skills for someone entering a STEM field would be things like vast scientific knowledge or a laser-like attention to detail. Thats why Ive made a point of seeking out the best edtech tools for fostering teamwork and communication among my students.

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STEM Students Feedback Knowledge 243

k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Teachers are constantly battling for students attention, often losing that battle to smart phones. DiTullio is the host and creator of the new podcast, Brainwaves: exploring the intersection of neuroscience and education, which can be found on both Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

Science 247

Science Education Motivation Lecturing 247

Faculty Focus

JUNE 5, 2025

The initial enthusiasm for learning a foreign language may wane as other courses with demanding assignments compete for their attention. Rooted in interaction and real-world application, the communicative approach prioritizes meaningful engagement over rote memorization, helping students develop fluency in natural, immersive ways.

Language 96

Language Languages Instructors Culture 96

k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

For instance, at B.School, we designed a cross-subject project around the theme “Our Green Neighborhood,” where students from Grades 3 to 5 explored science (recycling, energy use), math (data collection), and language arts (report writing and public speaking) through hands-on fieldwork and community interviews.

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Interdisciplinary Learning Feedback Culture 248

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Designed to work alongside innovative product enhancements announced earlier this year , these new resources empower teachers to create personalized learning experiences with inquiry, excitement, and exploration that will hold students attention while challenging them academically.

Laboratory 189

Laboratory Social Studies Education Middle School 189

Faculty Focus

JUNE 5, 2025

The initial enthusiasm for learning a foreign language may wane as other courses with demanding assignments compete for their attention. Rooted in interaction and real-world application, the communicative approach prioritizes meaningful engagement over rote memorization, helping students develop fluency in natural, immersive ways.

Language 65

Language Languages Instructors Culture 65

k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Teachers are constantly battling for students attention, often losing that battle to smart phones. DiTullio is the host and creator of the new podcast, Brainwaves: exploring the intersection of neuroscience and education, which can be found on both Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

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Science Education Motivation Lecturing 130

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Small class sizes ensure that every student receives the individual attention they need. For many students, developing social awareness, confidence, and communication skills requires structured support. Effective communication is a key aspect of the BIC System. Communication is at the heart of this partnership.

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Skills Schools Learning Students 137

Faculty Focus

JULY 1, 2025

These modules are ideal for students who are accustomed to fast-paced digital environments and may have limited attention spans. This transparency not only improves learning outcomes but also enhances communication between instructors and students. When enhanced with technology, focusing activities become even more impactful.

Critical Thinking 88

Critical Thinking Student Engagement Lecturing Quizzes 88

Faculty Focus

JULY 1, 2025

These modules are ideal for students who are accustomed to fast-paced digital environments and may have limited attention spans. This transparency not only improves learning outcomes but also enhances communication between instructors and students. When enhanced with technology, focusing activities become even more impactful.

Critical Thinking 94

Critical Thinking Student Engagement Lecturing Quizzes 94

Faculty Focus

APRIL 29, 2025

Bullying in nursing is a well-documented issue, but less attention has been given to the experiences of nurse educators who face hostility within academic institutions. Faculty development programs that focus on conflict resolution, communication skills, and leadership training can help create a more supportive work environment.

Education 98

Education Culture Counselling Ethics 98

k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

For instance, at B.School, we designed a cross-subject project around the theme “Our Green Neighborhood,” where students from Grades 3 to 5 explored science (recycling, energy use), math (data collection), and language arts (report writing and public speaking) through hands-on fieldwork and community interviews.

Interdisciplinary 144

Interdisciplinary Learning Feedback Culture 144

Faculty Focus

JULY 6, 2025

Yet we learned quickly that in-person outreach efforts led by student peers still must be strategically responsive to the realities of how students apportion their time and attention. Dr. Ben Medeiros is Assistant Professor of Communication Studies at SUNY Plattsburgh. Attention to Politics Shows Typical Election Year Surge.” 

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Students Attention Communication Study 53

Faculty Focus

JULY 6, 2025

Yet we learned quickly that in-person outreach efforts led by student peers still must be strategically responsive to the realities of how students apportion their time and attention. Dr. Ben Medeiros is Assistant Professor of Communication Studies at SUNY Plattsburgh. Attention to Politics Shows Typical Election Year Surge.” 

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Students Attention Communication Study 59

Faculty Focus

MAY 29, 2025

For your classes at upper levels such as marketing communications and consumer behavior, use the combined higher order active learning TBL/PjBL model. On the first day of class, define the visualization requirement; however, this will be different for each group as they choose their project.

Student Engagement 96

Student Engagement Syllabus Learning Students 96

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Without face-to-face communication, building relationships with peers and instructors becomes challenging, hindering collaboration and support. One major issue is the lack of personal interaction. Studies show that students in remote settings often feel isolated, which can lead to decreased motivation and engagement.

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Hybrid Learning Learning Styles Study Critical Thinking 128

Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 16, 2025

And if you can incorporate their phones and/or electronics into the lesson, you’ll get a lot more students paying attention! Choose high-interest books and materials for reading activities, and encourage students to choose how they’d like to finish final projects.

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High School High School Beliefs Schools 52

Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 16, 2025

It encourages whole-group communication, which promotes the idea that every voice matters. For teachers who use this layout, it makes it easy to circulate the room and access each student for personalized attention. Small conference seating involves placing all the desks so they’re touching and facing each other in two rows.

Classroom Management 98

Classroom Management Discussions Grades Lecturing 98

Elevate k12

JULY 3, 2025

Keep a record of what services were impacted, how they were maintained or modified, and what communication was provided to families. Pay special attention to roles that directly impact legal compliance, such as Special Education, ELL, or state-tested subjects. Pay special attention to Title I campuses and state-tested subjects.

Special Education 94

Special Education English Languages Language 94

Cult of Pedagogy

MAY 11, 2025

Missed Signals Shed Cheated in Her Previous Marathon The press coverage from Boston caught the attention of a New Yorker named Susan Morrow. Communicate major assignments and assessments in advance and give students opportunities to plan their time and effort. Morrow had met Ruiz while she was riding the subway during that race.

Academic Integrity 92

Academic Integrity Learning Assignments Feedback 92

Primary Punch

JANUARY 2, 2021

Games encourage spontaneous requesting, taking turns, joint attention, following directions, and a range of pragmatics skills. I have a calendar for Articulation, Language, Communication, Pragmatics, and Fluency. Typically we take a turn practicing our goal and then playing the game. Sometimes the game itself is practice for our goals.

Languages 52

Languages Language Activities Skills 52

Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 2, 2025

What is your favorite way to communicate with friends? In your opinion, what sport gets too much attention? What sport should get more attention? Do you like watching sports live or on TV? Would you prefer a late start to your school day or an early release? If you woke up famous, what would you like to be famous for?

High School 52

High School High School Writing Essay 52

Edsurge

MAY 28, 2025

Jordan Green, a professor of communication sciences and disorders at Harvard Universitys Massachusetts General Hospital Institute of Health Professions, says in a recent research paper the excitement is palpable around AI in health care. Researchers also hope to help with intervention, focusing on personalized attention for each student.

Languages 140

Languages Language Intelligence Testing 140

Edsurge

JULY 26, 2017

While corporate boards seldom draw the attention of end users, they set the strategic path and hold the power to make fundamental decisions about the companies. study by Deloitte found that out of 2,500 venture capital employees, almost half (45 percent) are women who largely occupy administrative or communications roles.

Culture 250

Culture Textbooks Achievement Study 250

Dangerously Irrelevant

DECEMBER 17, 2017

help educators, students, parents, and community members see new possibilities and the power of instructional transformations. create climates of open communication and safety in which everyone is sharing information, successes, challenges, and questions. take a holistic approach toward identifying and addressing student needs.

Schools 167

Schools Beliefs Motivation Discussions 167

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

One demographic that warrants special attention in terms of family communication is emerging bilingual (EB) families. The vital role of parent communication in student success Understanding the vital role of effective parent communication in promoting student success is paramount.

Communication 318

Communication Languages Language Culture 318

eSchool News

AUGUST 22, 2024

I became determined to bridge that communication gap between schools and home. For true engagement, we needed two-way communication: conversations based on data, in languages families understand, and tailored to each child’s needs. I started my journey with that vision of seamless school-home communication.

Communication 296

Communication Schools English High School 296

Edsurge

JANUARY 4, 2022

When adults pay attention to children’s verbal and non-verbal play, we are, in a way, able to look into their subconscious, and with some careful observation and analysis, gain a pretty good idea about what they are experiencing in their daily lives. The language of play isn’t just for children.

Attention 217

Attention Communication Failure Languages 217

eSchool News

MARCH 26, 2024

By prioritizing critical components like best-of-breed communication technology, school leaders can ensure their integrated safety plan will help minimize emergencies and significantly contribute to the academic growth and wellbeing of students and staff.

Communication 293

Communication Technology Schools Testing 293

eSchool News

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Our teachers and students ran into the same problems schools experienced across the country: technical difficulties with Zoom, getting kids connected with laptops and Wi-Fi, making sure students were paying attention, and more. Related content: Hard work has helped these schools thrive during COVID. School safety tech can help with COVID-19.

Communication 283

Communication Schools Attention Technology 283

Edsurge

JANUARY 16, 2024

When teachers think their students aren’t paying attention in class, they’re probably right. EdSurge connected with Turner to learn about this new world of fragmented attention and what educators can do to reach these increasingly distracted students. And so it really has complicated all of our communication.

Attention 217

Attention Students Instructors Communication 217

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 24, 2020

There is an inequality of teacher attention. This inequality of attention is not a teacher shortcoming but rather a natural product of having a group of students in the physical classroom with the teacher while other students attend class online. First, I want to identify a few of the challenges I observe in concurrent classrooms.

Attention 546

Attention Blended Learning Activities Feedback 546

Edsurge

JUNE 20, 2024

Could better communication between schools and parents alleviate the problem? To Lim, that means there’s a lot of room for improvement in how educators and parents are communicating. And other research has pointed to the importance of improving parent-teacher communication. Parsing education data into snack-sized servings.

Communication 209

Communication Teachers Languages Language 209

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 1, 2021

Teachers feel guilty because they know one group of students is commanding more of their time and attention. Often, the students in class monopolize the teacher’s time and attention because they can raise a hand or blurt out a question.

Questions 459

Questions Students Attention Assignments 459

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2019

They use reward charts and other external incentives, like class parties or the promise of points, to entice students to follow directions, complete assignments, and pay attention in class. This reminds me of the way many teachers run their classrooms.

Teaching 421

Teaching Motivation Attention Classroom Management 421

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

While E-rate remains a crucial program for schools and libraries to ensure connectivity, the COVID-19 pandemic brought attention to the need for increased flexibility and funds for off-campus learning. ” Key 2020 report findings include: 1.

Internet 358

Internet Attention Writing Communication 358

eSchool News

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Key points: Virtual reality offers learning beyond just verbal communications 3 AR/VR resources that nurture student curiosity Reaching the 4Cs with 3D and virtual reality For more on VR in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Multilingual students face unique challenges that can hurt their performance in school. In the U.S.

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Science English Communication Languages 291