Catlin Tucker

MARCH 23, 2022

When I facilitate blended learning workshops, I ask participants to think about these three roles and identify the role they spend the most time and energy in. Hattie’s and Timperley’s (2007) research on feedback identified it as having a significant impact on student achievement and learning. Blended learning can help!

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 21, 2021

I like to compare the teacher’s work designing learning experiences to the work of an architect. In my new book with Dr. Katie Novak, UDL and Blended Learning , I share a story about working with an architect to design a new home after my family lost our house in the Tubbs Fire in 2017. 1 Get To Know Your Students.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 5, 2021

When I work with teachers shifting to blended learning, I strive to establish the WHY driving our work together. I want teachers to understand the purpose and value of the shift to blended learning. Blended learning is not a reaction to a moment. Below are the benefits and challenges of teaching in a whole group lesson.

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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). Teachers Find their Role as Designer of Learning Experiences Cognitively Engaging. Teachers as Architects of Learning Experiences. When this surfaced in my research, I was not surprised.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 7, 2020

My doctoral research focused on the multidimensional motivational construct of teacher engagement in blended learning environments. Articulate Learning Objectives Articulating learning objectives creates clarity about what students are working toward in terms of understanding specific concepts and mastering specific skills.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 1, 2021

I’ve taught in person, online, and in blended learning environments. Teachers learn so much from listening to their students engaging in conversation or observing them as they work through a problem or task. 1 Articulate Clear Learning Goals and Objectives.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 2, 2024

Editor’s note : This story on digital learning originally appeared on CoSN’s blog and is reposted here with permission. From classroom lessons and professional learning resources, to staff guides and announcement graphics, more and more information is being delivered in a visual way. The same thing happens to the brain when learning.

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eSchool News

MARCH 17, 2025

The report, “ Lost in Transition: Fixing the Skills Gap ,” released at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting , warns of a potential global “skills chasm” between employer needs and employee capabilities, and urgently calls for a fundamental shift in approaches to learning and skills development. It estimates the U.S.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Students who attend online school today range from homeschoolers, to those seeking an alternative to in-person public schools, to learners who want to mix virtual schooling with in-person learning. And while numerous parents and students have chosen to make online learning part of their education, the transition can be challenging.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 24, 2020

As I support teachers struggling to navigate the demands of the concurrent classroom, I find myself continually returning to the station rotation model as a strategy to design and facilitate learning for this challenging teaching assignment. There is an inequality of teacher attention. the scientific method) or be able to do (e.g.,

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eSchool News

AUGUST 16, 2021

It quickly became apparent that reliable virtual learning tools were a must-have for teachers to be productive. However, classroom technology is only valuable if it builds a positive learning environment. Soon, students were distracted and surfing the web, cheating on tests, and playing video games instead of paying attention in class.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Many people envision online learning programs as emergency pandemic online learning, which paints a wildly inaccurate picture of the potential online learning programs have to connect students with near-infinite learning opportunities. Students want more choices.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

That vision became AEF Schools , a place designed for students who needed something differenta structured, supportive environment where learning goes beyond textbooks and tests. Learning That Works for Every Student Imagine a student who is bright, curious, and eager to learn but constantly struggles in a traditional classroom.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Incorporate hands-on activities and experiments Hands-on activities let students engage directly with STEM concepts, making learning tangible and memorable. Use project-based learning for real-world problem solving Project-based learning (PBL) prompts students to learn by engaging in real-world and meaningful projects.

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eSchool News

APRIL 30, 2025

Overall, most districts seemed to take a cautious approach, focusing first on teacher use before turning attention to how students will or will not be permitted to use AI in the classroom. Most district leaders also wanted to empower teachers as they explored genAI use.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 28, 2022

In fact, spaced repetition is the key to all learning of knowledge-heavy subjects, from preschool literacy and numeracy exercises through high school, corporate training, and beyond. And yet it remains the most underrated and underutilized learning principle in the history of education. Let’s start with a story. It’s espantapájaros.

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eSchool News

JULY 30, 2024

Key points: A love of learning can lead to a lifetime of learning How to use PBL with makerspaces across your curriculum Here’s how schools can better support neurodiverse students For more news on instruction, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Curiosity is a fountain of opportunity for all educators.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 17, 2022

They know what makes them feel safe and supported in learning environments. Teachers should encourage students to draw on their prior experiences in school to compile a list of behaviors and norms they believe will establish and maintain a high-functioning learning community. What caused them to feel unsafe?

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 9, 2024

As educators, we often focus on various strategies to ease this anxiety, but one solution that deserves more attention is inclusive education. At the same time, neurotypical students learn to interact with peers who have different abilities and needs, fostering empathy and understanding.

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eSchool News

MAY 16, 2024

AI tutoring systems spearhead this learning revolution by reimagining the tutoring concept, offering interactive and adaptive learning experiences customized to each individual’s learning capabilities. A significant advantage of AI tutoring systems is the personalized learning experiences they can offer students.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2025

Improving student learning and student success is necessary for students to compete in a rapidly changing world that requires critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability. Learning losses and persistent equity challenges linger even as the world marks one more year since the COVID pandemic. –Dr.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 27, 2023

On top of that, almost 80 percent of students want more playful learning experiences in the classroom. Once you see students engaged and learning through play, it clicks and the question goes from how to how do we add more?” Our students and teachers deserve to love learning again.” for LEGO Education.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 1, 2021

One of the challenges teachers in concurrent classrooms face is feeling torn between the needs of students in two learning landscapes simultaneously. Teachers feel guilty because they know one group of students is commanding more of their time and attention. LMS Messaging System. Remind App.

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eSchool News

MAY 24, 2024

While small-group instruction offers personalized learning experiences, student-tracking aims to tailor instruction based on abilities. I prioritized targeted support and intervention strategies to address the diverse needs of students from the outset and aimed to mitigate learning loss and promote academic growth.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The answer lies in immersive, hands-on learning experiences that start from a young age. I’ve seen firsthand how experiential learning opportunities encourage kids to build, create and innovate throughout their lives. Classroom learning can only go so far. This encourages attention to detail and creative problem-solving.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 20, 2023

Working in the education design space collectively for 26 years, we understand students and teachers need environments to support learning. Ninety-two percent of teachers believe classroom design has a strong impact on students’ learning, and carpet, color, and furnishings are just a few elements that can help improve education spaces.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Californias Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) is a chance to do just that, and to create a blueprint that other states can use to boost students chances of success inside and outside of the classroom. This breadth of experience helped me develop a positive relationship with school and a holistic view of learning.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 8, 2024

VIENNA, AUSTRIA – Lingvano, a start-up sign language learning app, is thrilled to announce they have reached 2.5 The platform offers an engaging method to learn sign languages, enhancing communication between Deaf and hearing communities. They are motivated to learn out of curiosity or a desire to be more inclusive.

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eSchool News

MAY 5, 2025

Sometimes they will cold call students, while other times they will ask students to share what they learned after theyve had a chance to read the assigned material or discuss it with their classmates in groups. It is also an invitation for the speaker to be attentive to communicating with the entire class.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 12, 2024

This new offering underscores K12s ongoing commitment to delivering innovative, tailored educational solutions that inspire learning and empower students to reach their full potential. K12 Tutoring provides students with individualized attention through one-to-one, video-enabled sessions designed to fit their unique learning styles.

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eSchool News

APRIL 25, 2025

A recent Google blog post outlines how four different school districts are leveraging Google AI tools, like Gemini and NotebookLM, for innovative teaching and learning. I feel like I can give more attention to my students and projects using AI rather than spending my whole afternoon or weekends working on the planning.

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eSchool News

MAY 7, 2025

Key points: Edtech tools support student learning while boosting engagement 5 vocabulary strategies powered by technology Edtech tools for station rotation in early learning For more on edtech tools, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a brilliant scientist?

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Here are some examples of how I am helping my gifted students by combining the Talents Unlimited approach and using Discovery Education Experience to ensure engagement for all students no matter their learning level: Productive Thinking Productive Thinking refers to a student’s ability to think up many, varied, and unusual or one-of-a-kind ideas.

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eSchool News

MAY 19, 2025

Research over the past 40 years has highlighted the critical link between hearing clearly and learning. It’s not feasible for learning spaces to be 100 percent free of noise or distractions, yet students must understand what their physical education teachers are saying. The benefits extend beyond students. Researchers Joseph J.

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k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Teachers are constantly battling for students attention, often losing that battle to smart phones. As insights from neuroscience increasingly inform educational practices, we are seeing old theories and practices, such as whole language, challenged and new approaches more aligned to the science of learning emerge.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2022

As we wrapped up 2020, we thought for sure that 2021 might bring us a reprieve from pandemic learning. Virtual and hybrid learning continued into the spring, but then classrooms welcomed back students for full-time in-person learning in the fall. And now, we head into our third year of learning during a global pandemic.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Key points: Technology tools help students develop critical workforce know-how Learn more about K-12 Tech Innovation News Discover Technology Tools for Teaching and Learning Technology tools have become indispensable in K-12 teaching and learning, revolutionizing educational landscapes.

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