Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

Students are grouped based on their skill or ability levels and rotate through all the stations. Teacher 1: Provides targeted instruction tailored to each group’s needs, abilities, and skill levels. Teacher 2: Delivers the same instructional content or activity to all groups, regardless of their skill levels.

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Teaching Writing Essay Discussions 395

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.

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Attention Blended Learning Activities Feedback 546

Edsurge

AUGUST 10, 2023

Employers these days are moving to skills-based hiring — looking for signs that candidates have specific abilities rather than just checking for a college degree as a default qualification. And government leaders are also pushing the trend: many state governors , for instance, have adopted skills-based hiring for state positions, and the U.S.

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Attention Skills Evaluation Learning Outcomes 147

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 1, 2021

Teachers can pop in and out of breakout rooms while students discuss academic topics and collaborate around shared tasks, but it isn’t the same as walking around a classroom with watchful eyes and attentive ears. What will success look like when students meet those learning objectives? 2 Assess Prior Knowledge.

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Learning Knowledge Writing Discussions 543

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 5, 2021

I ask them to brainstorm and discuss with colleagues the benefits and challenges of teaching using the whole group, teacher-led, teacher-paced model. What: Teaching techniques designed to meet the needs of a diverse group of learners with varied needs, skills, abilities, and language proficiencies. text, video, audio recordings).

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Blended Learning Metacognitive Skills Learning Motivation 544

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

When I volunteer in my children’s elementary classrooms (1st and 3rd grade), I am struck by how frequently the teacher finds time to work directly with small groups of students to offer additional support, review concepts, assess understanding, and practice skills. At the secondary level scenes like this are less frequent.

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Blended Learning Middle School Middle School STEM 420

Catlin Tucker

JUNE 21, 2021

What explicit skill building might need to happen to help learners be more successful as we shift the responsibility for learning to them? #3 lecture, discussion, written responses), there are myriad barriers that may make it hard for students to access information and share their learning effectively. 3 Identify and Remove Barriers.

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Blended Learning Learning Lecturing Motivation 518

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 22, 2024

As students move through a lesson, some acquire information and skills more quickly than others. Some students will need additional support, scaffolds, feedback, or reteaching to understand key concepts and apply specific strategies, processes, or skills.

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Feedback Quizzes Coaching Discussions 431

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.

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Laboratory Social Studies Education Middle School 187

Catlin Tucker

MAY 13, 2024

Shifting from teacher-led to student-led learning requires that teachers equip students with the skills necessary to assume responsibility for specific learning activities in the classroom. What if they aren’t paying attention and don’t get the important information? The purpose of using media in this way is twofold.

Teaching 392

Teaching Critical Thinking Discussions Questions 392

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 7, 2020

Yet, many teachers find it challenging to connect with learners as they navigate the demands of teaching online, on a hybrid schedule, or in the concurrent classroom where their attention is divided between in-class and online students. Small-scale playlists may focus on introducing students to a particular concept or skill.

Blended Learning 420

Blended Learning Learning Coaching Discussions 420

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Twenty-two heads snapped up to attention. Okaaaay,” I called them to attention. “I The skills I want my students to leave the classroom with are not necessarily how to identify the eight parts of speech, analyze Shakespeare, or write a seven-paragraph argumentative essay. Focus on care, not skills. The timer went off.

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Skills Teaching Essay Students 218

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 23, 2022

Most teachers dedicate significant time and energy to their instructor role, explaining complex concepts and processes and modeling specific strategies and skills. In the same way, teachers should dedicate the same time and attention to feedback as they do to instruction. The responses always yield the same results.

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Blended Learning Feedback Learning Instructors 498

Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 22, 2021

A teacher’s cognitive engagement is the degree of attention to and investment in their work (Klassen, Yerdelen & Durksen, 2013). What skills, abilities, language proficiencies, interests, and/or learning preferences are present in a class? Where are they seeing growth in their skills and/or content knowledge?

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Blended Learning Teachers Learning Grades 535

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 119

Catlin Tucker

MAY 11, 2021

The class may include students with a hearing impairment, auditory processing disorder, or attention deficit disorder. The same class may have students who don’t have the necessary prior knowledge or language skills to understand the information presented.

Blended Learning 545

Blended Learning Learning Universal Design Disabilities 545

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

It turns out that with each passing year, I’m finding it increasingly difficult to capture and hold a student’s attention and focus during my lessons. Our cognitive resources do, however, have a limit; therefore, we must always choose from the available resources that we can pay attention to.

Attention 122

Attention Students Quizzes Interdisciplinary 122

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

This also teaches students to hone their self-directed learning skills as they own more of the responsibility for their learning. 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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Teachers Art Feedback Writing 481

eSchool News

JANUARY 29, 2025

This frees up teachers to plan better lessons and spend quality time with students who need one-on-one attention. A writing teacher could use AI to provide quick first-round feedback, leaving more time for meaningful discussions about story structure and creative expression. Will AI replace teachers?

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Teaching Ethics Education Teaching Methods 328

eSchool News

JUNE 14, 2021

I recently discussed these questions with two education experts on my podcast, What I Want to Know. Technology can engage students and enhance their literacy skills. Digital devices inhibit the development of deep reading skills. Is there a correlation between technology use and plummeting literacy rates?

Technology 363

Technology Reading Skills Critical Thinking 363

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

JUNE 14, 2019

No matter what the subject, before students can learn new skills or absorb new material, they need to be paying attention. Related: 5 online discussion tools to fuel student engagement. Three ways to focus on student engagement. Catherine Castillo: Guided math talks.

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Student Engagement Math Students Attention 273

eSchool News

OCTOBER 24, 2024

We also know there are three essential instructional skills that support effective learning. AI can provide these skills to some extent, but there is a limit to how useful artificial intelligence can be in each of the essential three areas. To navigate a rapidly changing world, our kids are going to need high-level 21st century skills.

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Learning Styles Critical Thinking Intelligence Motivation 312

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 29, 2024

From the three-paragraph essay to one that lives up to the purpose of essays is a big leap both scholastically and skills-wise. Essential elements include: Introduction: This should outline the main topic and your thesis statement, setting the stage for the discussion.

Essay 158

Essay Writing Skills Plagiarism 158

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 17, 2022

The next social-emotional skill is responsible decision-making. What strategies might help students develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills? Research suggests that when students are better able to make thoughtful and constructive decisions, this skill positively impacts: A student’s academic success.

Learning 370

Learning Syllabus Evaluation Discussions 370

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.

Learning Outcomes 258

Learning Outcomes Attention Culture Discussions 258

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

It turns out that with each passing year, I’m finding it increasingly difficult to capture and hold a student’s attention and focus during my lessons. Our cognitive resources do, however, have a limit; therefore, we must always choose from the available resources that we can pay attention to.

Attention 111

Attention Students Quizzes Interdisciplinary 111

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The Talents Unlimited approach to education was created by Dr. Calvin Taylor, who researched the thinking skills people need to be successful in the world of work. Nurturing and expanding these talents can help students develop creative and problem-solving skills.

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Students Learning Communication Discussions 316

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

Building social and emotional learning (SEL) skills such as self-control requires face-to-face interaction, meaningful discussion, and reflection. Below we have included some tips, tools, and actionable ideas for seamlessly integrating self-control and life-skills-building into your content classroom. Why self-control?

Intelligence 275

Intelligence Students Writing Attention 275

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

auditory processing, attention deficit, lack of background knowledge or vocabulary, absences), teachers record video instruction and assign those videos for homework. How will class time be used more effectively to ensure all students are making progress toward understanding complex concepts and applying key skills?

Blended Learning 467

Blended Learning Students Assignments Lecturing 467

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

How can we harness their skills to create world-changing technologies? Embrace hands-on projects to foster creativity and problem-solving skills For kids to think creatively, they need to take risks and make mistakes. This encourages attention to detail and creative problem-solving.

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History Feedback Art Learning 300

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 28, 2023

The Ask a Tech Teacher crew has ideas on those skills that will not only serve you well in your academics but beyond: 4 Highly Important Study Skills to Develop During College and Beyond We spend a lifetime learning, so it makes sense to develop a few study skills that will make our lives easier.

Study 147

Study Skills Motivation Critical Thinking 147

Catlin Tucker

MAY 30, 2023

Because ELs come from diverse linguistic backgrounds, their English language skills may vary widely. This ensures they are exposed to grade-level academic content while developing their English language skills. Participating in a whole group, teacher-led discussions can also be intimidating for ELs.

English 274

English Blended Learning Language Languages 274

eSchool News

APRIL 12, 2019

As my parents shared the details with me, I am not sure I paid attention. When I became a teacher, that memory stuck with me, and in my first year as I sat discussing students with parents, I felt something was missing. The student should be part of the conversation; after all, it is his or her learning we are discussing.

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Students Attention Discussions Teachers 280

eSchool News

OCTOBER 15, 2024

That disparity highlights a pressing need to raise awareness of and increase parental involvement in AI discussions, and advance the implementation of AI in American primary and secondary education. Additionally, 84 percent of parents believe it is important to prioritize teaching AI ethics and responsible use alongside technical skills.

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STEM Secondary Education Ethics Beliefs 283

eSchool News

AUGUST 14, 2024

Teachers can’t slow down the lesson plans for the entire class to accommodate a few struggling students, and can’t provide individualized attention to all the students who need it to stay on track. Worries about using AI for academic help and answering questions led to many discussions on its role in the classroom.

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Teaching Gamification Feedback Intelligence 323

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 24, 2023

In addition, there are billions of social media users, meaning that many posts seek the attention of followers. When applying this effect, you need to pay attention to yellow, red, green, and blue colors. The vintage effect has some similarities with the matte edit discussed above.

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Skills Art Attention Achievement 148