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. The new civics-focused series, Need toKnow Jr.,

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 18, 2023

In addition, the latest federal data found that 33 percent of school leaders noticed an uptick in violence amongst students and students experiencing anxiety and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder over the last year–many attribute the increase to the pandemic and its lingering effects.

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 3, 2023

There are times when course material can unexpectedly ignite charged classroom discussions that leave both students and teachers feeling unprepared and overwhelmed. It is incumbent upon instructors to approach these types of discussions with care by creating a classroom atmosphere based on respect, open dialogue, and active engagement.

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Edsurge

MARCH 5, 2024

You might think the discussions would involve shouting matches or verbal fireworks. Futernick shares these recorded discussions on his podcast, “ Courageous Conversations About Our Schools. ” I became distressed about these so-called ‘culture wars’ erupting all over the place. And he records the conversations.

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 3, 2023

There are times when course material can unexpectedly ignite charged classroom discussions that leave both students and teachers feeling unprepared and overwhelmed. It is incumbent upon instructors to approach these types of discussions with care by creating a classroom atmosphere based on respect, open dialogue, and active engagement.

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Discussions Instructors Beliefs Education 111

eSchool News

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Our public schools are uniquely positioned to solve three major equity gaps in youth mental health: financial barriers, cultural barriers, and geographical access to care amid a shortage of mental health professionals. Declining mental health is the national health crisis of this generation and our schools must act.

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eSchool News

APRIL 6, 2022

Formative assessment, while not a new concept by any means, has been receiving a lot of attention recently due to discussions regarding student learning loss and the need for more digitized solutions for remote learners. There’s been discussion in recent years about what formative assessment truly is.

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eSchool News

MARCH 2, 2023

Modern technological advancements can make education noticeably more exciting and entertaining, but accompanied by all its benefits, uncontrolled use of technology in schools can divert students’ attention to unwanted places. Once some ground rules are established, offer explicit instructions and discuss them with students.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

One day, a department chair popped into my office and, while discussing an upcoming faculty meeting, asked me, “How do I re-energize them? If I'm leaning into something, I'm giving it my time and my attention and my energy. And that's where everything matters at the same time and I don't know where to put my attention.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 30, 2023

Teachers can incorporate collaborative activities, discussions, and cooperative learning strategies, like reciprocal teaching , that promote speaking and listening skills. Culturally responsive teaching is also vital for supporting ELs. Participating in a whole group, teacher-led discussions can also be intimidating for ELs.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 13, 2024

Instead of talking at kids, teachers can facilitate differentiated direct instruction, guide practice, facilitate small group discussions, and provide real-time feedback. What if they aren’t paying attention and don’t get the important information? Yet, teachers have a lot of concerns about using media in the classroom.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Discussing executive functioning skills can also help them to reintegrate and adjust with a greater sense of ease. From leadership to students, a healthy culture can be a game-changer to kick off a great year. For students feeling anxious about returning to the classroom, it’s important they know they’re not alone.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 17, 2018

While these behaviors warrant attention, Fatima Rogers, principal of Charles W. During the presentation, Rogers and Greenblatt discussed several keys to successful implementation of SEL and RP. By concentrating on relationships at all three levels, the overall school culture benefited. Focus on all school relationships.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Small class sizes ensure that every student receives the individual attention they need. Multi-sensory learning techniques, such as hands-on activities, visual aids, and interactive discussions, further enhance understanding and retention. But communication isnt just about updatesits about meaningful conversations.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

Learning a Language: Acquiring a new language involves mastering vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and cultural nuances. As students work through the playlist, teachers can gather formative assessment data to identify those who might benefit most from one-on-one attention.

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Faculty Focus

MARCH 5, 2024

Culturally responsive teaching is a crucial student-centered approach that is critical in today’s multicultural and diverse educational environment. These differences in learning are related to a student’s cultural background, family structure, social and economic status, communication and language, and social identity (Gay, 2002).

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eSchool News

MAY 12, 2022

Amanda Keller, who has been social media and public relations director at Weston for the past 4 years discussed the district’s challenges of its students across 12 years of compulsory education. While Weston School District doesn’t face the problems a very large school does, it does face its own challenges. ABOUT RISE VISION.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

But TikTok, and social media more broadly, continues to capture curiosity and attention, and it’s not all just dance videos–Indiana science teacher @ChemteacherPhil commands an audience of more than 3 million followers on the app. This leads to a culture of experimentation, creation, and inquiry. Is there a lesson in that?

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Faculty Focus

MARCH 5, 2024

Culturally responsive teaching is a crucial student-centered approach that is critical in today’s multicultural and diverse educational environment. These differences in learning are related to a student’s cultural background, family structure, social and economic status, communication and language, and social identity (Gay, 2002).

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k12 Digest

APRIL 26, 2025

An AP curriculum challenges students to excel, and Harkness-style classes foster discussion and debate, giving students a voice in their learning. As dorm parents, coaches, and club advisors, teachers foster a culture of support and engagement that extends far beyond academics. Weekends are a thrill.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2017

Join education thought leader Alan November in Boston July 26-28 for his 2017 Building Learning Communities edtech conference , where hundreds of K-12 and higher-education leaders from around the globe will gather to discuss the world’s most successful innovations in education. One of the aspects that makes his course unique is its culture.

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Edsurge

JUNE 11, 2018

This is an element of “whole body listening,” a practice of respectful and attentive listening all students learn at the fifth grade teacher’s school, Hazel Wolf K-8 STEM in Seattle. About a month ago, the class had a meeting to discuss bringing students’ lunch bags back to the room after lunch. And they do.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 15, 2024

This gap persists despite significant attention to youth mental health issues. Restorative justice culture : Implement school-wide restorative practices to replace punitive discipline systems, fostering a more supportive and equitable school community. This could be through a quick survey, a class discussion, or written reflections.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Provide personal questionnaires, pay attention to the extracurriculars students participate in and their behavior with other students. Incorporate pop culture, social media, sports and extracurriculars into lessons. Take a genuine interest in students’ lives and passions. 2: Relevant course content. 3: Clear expectations.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2024

revolution to more recent discussions on rights and liberties, there are lesson plans and activities available for whatever unit your students need. Contest winners get to participate in behind-the-scenes experiences at iconic American historical and cultural sites as part of America’s Field Trip. From lessons focused on the U.S.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

On the day of a crucial match-up between South Korea and Germany, I chose to project the game on the TV in class while they pretended to write essays, knowing I had already lost their attention for the day. With other current events, I’m quick to brush up on the latest news, curating articles for my students to discuss in class.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 26, 2022

Now, as a teacher, Roshan leverages technology to create more equitable and empowering forums for discussion in her classroom—shifting away from a culture that praises the first person to raise their hand to one where every individual has a platform that supports them in making their ideas seen and heard. I’m paying attention.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Twenty-two heads snapped up to attention. Okaaaay,” I called them to attention. “I Realizing this truth has led me to rethink how I define culturally sustaining pedagogy. The ways and means of learning in the classroom should mirror the culture and community of the students in it. The timer went off. My body reminded me.

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Edsurge

JULY 13, 2016

How do we build a culture of high academic and behavioral expectations, while also taking into consideration the challenges that students bring to the table? Four Steps Towards More Compassionate Schooling #1: Know and employ the crucial components of a restorative culture. Treating all others as you would like to be treated.

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eSchool News

MARCH 20, 2025

A schools culture isnt found in rankings, so talking to students and visiting a campus can help you determine if its the right fit. Some students prefer the energy of large lecture halls, while others thrive in small, discussion-based classes. What support services are available?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Platforms like Zoom or Google Classroom enable real-time discussions, while forums foster ongoing dialogue beyond scheduled sessions. According to a study by the National Center for Education Statistics, nearly 60% of students report feeling bored during class, a clear indication that the traditional model often fails to capture attention.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 8, 2024

This initiative improves the technological literacy of the student body but also encourages a culture of peer-to-peer learning and collaboration. Creating engaging and informative posters to place around the school can also attract attention. Encouraging an open line of communication ensures that students feel supported and valued.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Both struggle to pay attention regardless of how innovative and engaging are the lesson plans. Tie-ins: Use this not only for holidays but any academic class by creating an artistic image of the topic being discussed. Comics can be used to tell a story, carry on a discussion, provide a sequenced how-to, or write an essay.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

The sizzle of a courseware product, no matter how slick, loses its heat when faculty culture is not tuned to embrace it. But when a scaled implementation leverages faculty expertise and feedback during all stages, the culture shifts, and faculty move from being skeptical of adaptive learning to being advocates for it.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

In eighth grade, when we're covering the Illinois government and state constitution, one big point is the census and redistricting—discussing how census data affects apportionment. We had just finished exploring what community, civilization, culture and archaeology mean. I use my voice to grab the kids' attention.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 20, 2023

Furthermore, the materials we had selected to share with clients in our office had been carefully selected and designed to demonstrate positive representations of our clients, their unique attributes, cultural diversity, different abilities, mobilities, areas of strengths and needs, and areas of interests.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Both struggle to pay attention regardless of how innovative and engaging are the lesson plans. Tie-ins: Use this not only for holidays but any academic class by creating an artistic image of the topic being discussed. Comics can be used to tell a story, carry on a discussion, provide a sequenced how-to, or write an essay.

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