Edsurge

APRIL 23, 2019

As the meeting progressed, I learned that she was expressing similar behaviors in her history class, but not her math, science or art classes. Our school has a low student-teacher ratio, averaging about 4:1, which enables us to provide more individualized attention. Something wasn’t right.

Disabilities 166

Disabilities Schools Learning Disabilities English 166

Edsurge

AUGUST 8, 2019

“Students need more than a program for providing accommodations or tutorials in reading and writing,” says Manju Banerjee, vice president of educational research and innovation at Landmark College, which exclusively serves students who have learning disabilities, attention disorders or who are autistic.

Disabilities 155

Disabilities Students Learning Disabilities Communication 155

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

The device has tickled the curiosity of techies, yogis and brain-science researchers alike, so I put one on to see what the hype is about. The app relies on a process called neurofeedback, where brain-activity data gathered from the headset informs users whether they are in a relaxed state, or if they should try to refocus their attention.

Study 133

Study Middle School Middle School Disabilities 133

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2023

Any person who has reason to believe that a student has committed academic dishonesty should bring such information to the attention of the appropriate course instructor as soon as possible. Instances of academic dishonesty not related to a specific course should be brought to the attention of the appropriate department Head or Chair.

Academic Integrity 98

Academic Integrity Plagiarism Exams Syllabus 98

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2023

Any person who has reason to believe that a student has committed academic dishonesty should bring such information to the attention of the appropriate course instructor as soon as possible. Instances of academic dishonesty not related to a specific course should be brought to the attention of the appropriate department Head or Chair.

Academic Integrity 98

Academic Integrity Plagiarism Exams Syllabus 98

Teach Your Kids

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Love as the Foundation of Learning My mom’s teaching career began with Maria Montessori , whose philosophy emphasizes the role of love and spirit in teaching. Montessori believed that science and spirit are intertwined—that the curiosity driving learning is fueled by love. As my mom put it, “Spirit equals love.”

Learning 52

Learning Motivation Learning Disabilities Attention 52

k12 Online Schools

APRIL 22, 2025

Part 2: Why Enjoyment Enhances Education The idea that learning must be serious to be effective is outdated. When students find joy in learning: Their attention spans increase They retain more information They develop a growth-oriented mindset Enjoyment stimulates positive emotions, which, in turn, activate the brains reward system.

Quizzes 52

Quizzes Gamification Schools Learning 52

Lab to Class

JANUARY 3, 2024

This allows them to have a surface to write on, partners and groups to work with, but also their own chair to help them learn to stay in their assigned place. Having students at tables is often the best way to do activities where students need to write in books, use blocks or beads for math or science activities, or do arts and crafts.

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Teaching Teachers Activities Reading 52

Scholarly Teacher

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

The discontinuation reasons included that Zoom was no longer needed; a fear that students wouldn't attend class if Zoom participation was an option or if online; and concerns that students would not pay attention or be engaged (Wong et al., doctor's appointment, university obligation, learning disability, etc.).

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Disabilities Exams Instructors Syllabus 52