eSchool News

OCTOBER 1, 2021

According to BOOKR Kids Founder and Chief Executive Officer Dorka Horvath, BOOKR Class underscores the unique effectiveness of ability digital media as ESL learning tools for the classroom. Immersive and interactive, digital learning tools can encourage new levels of creativity and concentration in the classroom,” said Horvath.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 4, 2024

Jeff is passionate about learning and improving the quality of online course design and instruction to benefit returning adult learners. Attention span during lectures: 8 seconds, 10 minutes, or more? References Bradbury, N. Advances in Physiology Education , 40 (4), 509–513. link] 0.1152/advan.00109.2016 00109.2016 Knowles, M.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Key points: Digital learning tools must engage students in modern ways How 5 educators use digital tools in the classroom Hands-on learning will help Gen Alpha reach new levels of technical innovation For more on digital classrooms, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Today’s kids are built differently.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 4, 2024

Jeff is passionate about learning and improving the quality of online course design and instruction to benefit returning adult learners. Attention span during lectures: 8 seconds, 10 minutes, or more? References Bradbury, N. Advances in Physiology Education , 40 (4), 509–513. link] 0.1152/advan.00109.2016 00109.2016 Knowles, M.

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eSchool News

APRIL 26, 2024

Unfortunately, a barrage of apps are constantly combating their attention economy and impacting their focus and retention in class. Virtual field trips with technologies such as AR and VR provide new learning opportunities that can keep students engaged and make lessons stick. For them, information comes instantaneously.

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Hybrid Learning STEM Textbooks Attention 297

eSchool News

JULY 24, 2024

Nurture and promote healthy digital engagement Educators and IT directors today are more attentive to creating a safe and positive experience for students via the learning tools and administrative technology employed at the district.

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Evaluation Attention Classroom Management Discussions 321

eSchool News

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Key points: Digital learning tools must engage students in modern ways How 5 educators use digital tools in the classroom Hands-on learning will help Gen Alpha reach new levels of technical innovation For more on digital classrooms, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Todays kids are built differently.

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Technology Gamification Multiple Choice Questions Intelligence 314

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

This encourages attention to detail and creative problem-solving. For example, if you give a middle school student a project to create their own Bluetooth speaker that plays music from a phone, they experience real-world problems. What if they insert the wires incorrectly or realize there’s a missing piece of hardware?

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

The district put more supports in place to help teachers and students learn virtually, and educators who hadn’t yet gotten around to learning tools like Google Classroom suddenly realized why having that knowledge was critically important. Nominations are open through Sept.

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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. Is there a lesson in that?

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eSchool News

APRIL 30, 2024

When colleagues ask me the best tools for inspiring curiosity and engaging students: NASA : The NASA website is an invaluable resource, gaining attention recently due to the excitement surrounding events like the solar eclipse.

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eSchool News

JULY 22, 2024

This hands-on approach captured the student’s attention and made abstract concepts more tangible. For example, I designed a series of math problems using colorful drag and drop elements that allowed the student to manipulate objects visually to solve equations.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 11, 2023

It may be hard to capture students’ attention now that most winter breaks are over. It’s January, and in many places, that means cold weather–and possibly some snow. Creating a video-based lesson that explores different concepts around cold weather is one fun way to boost student engagement.

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STEM Attention Questions Student Engagement 258

eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2018

With devices now integral tools in learning environments and so many of these devices in students’ hands, school districts, parents, and community members are hammering to find the right security options for their students. The Game Based Learning Pavilion at FETC is a highlight for many of the conference attendees.

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Mobile Devices Game-Based Learning Attention Participation 174

eSchool News

AUGUST 17, 2021

We all see students in television shows and movies sitting in neat little rows, listening attentively to the teacher, and answering questions. Studies have shown that young children ages 4 to 9 have an attention span of only 8-27 minutes, ages 10-13 of only 20-39 minutes, and ages 14-18 of only 28-54 minutes. A Squirrel!”

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 19, 2021

Leverage remote learning tools. Remote learning has become a reality for millions of people recently, and a study of higher education IT found that 70% of universities are planning to take a hybrid approach to teaching in the coming year. Make them aware of cyber threats.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 17, 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. Solutions must also be scalable for successful reiteration on the technology itself, based on research, data, and analysis.

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Attention Testing Grades Learning Tools 154

Edsurge

APRIL 7, 2019

Despite its name, the Learning Management System (LMS) is not about learning. While it’s great for instructor workflows, it has always been a course management tool, not a learning tool. If we want to keep their attention, we have to layer systems and connect them.

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Mobile Devices Instructors Students Attention 165

Edsurge

DECEMBER 24, 2021

Now more than ever, we need to equip teachers with the best tools, and only solutions held to rigorous, independent review should earn the right to support educators and their students. Supporting the learning needs of teachers and students today, not just preparing for the assessments of tomorrow.

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eSchool News

APRIL 1, 2025

Modern students require interactive and stimulating content to sustain their attention and deepen their learning. The impact of visual and interactive learning tools Visual media profoundly influences how students process and retain information.

Teaching Methods 176

Teaching Methods Interactive Learning Assignments Participation 176

Edsurge

MAY 23, 2020

Once teachers have a sense of where their students are, they will need to be equipped with both quick ways of understanding specific student gaps as well as the learning tools and guidance students need to catch up. Triage, of course, starts with screening.

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Schools Internet Math Achievement 211

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

My students loved having subtitles on during short videos because it gave them more opportunities to interact with and learn from the content. All my students were learning how to read, and the captions helped them connect the audio to the visual representation of text. Next page: Learn how to make your classroom more accessible).

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2021

Additional attention needs to be given to all types of learners by addressing various learning modalities, intervention paths, and students with Individual Education Plans through technology that is customizable, integrated, and aligned to state standards. . – Thomas Webber, Chairman, Super Duper Publications.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

The kid-specific speech recognition that now powers oral reading fluency tools are much more accurate and effective, and have the potential to offer what I have described as an increased “return on instruction” for children and their teachers. These new voice-enabled learning tools also have the potential to address equity and bias.

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eSchool News

JULY 2, 2024

She paid close attention to cell phone policies as she toured middle schools. It’s exhausting.” Rinzel also understands the issue as the parent of a fifth grader and middle schooler herself.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 15, 2015

The program also includes a virtual field trip to EA’s Tiburon development studio to meet the team behind the Madden NFL games and a local school community night featuring an NFL player, in addition to other learning tools.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

One notable piece of K-12 tech innovation news is the integration of interactive devices and digital learning tools, transforming static learning spaces into dynamic, multimedia-rich environments. Software applications support different aspects of learning, including subject-specific programs, simulations, and educational games.

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Learning Styles Intelligence Blended Learning Gamification 285

Edsurge

JUNE 19, 2024

Engaging and Fun Digital learning tools should be interactive and entertaining, capturing children's attention while fostering learning. For instance, apps that offer multiple modes of interaction, such as touch, voice and visual prompts, can support students with different abilities.

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Technology Feedback Learning Styles Achievement 194

Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

With the right approach, assistive technology not only levels the playing field but also enriches the learning experience, paving the way for greater educational success. These tools let you adapt lessons to fit each student’s strengths and areas for improvement, making learning more engaging and effective.

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Technology Assistive Technology Learning Styles Students 172

eSchool News

MAY 31, 2016

The need for more practical and effective professional learning opportunities for teachers is especially important right now, with new academic standards being introduced and adapted in schools across the country. People outside the profession often want to see a greater sense of urgency about our work.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 25, 2023

A math teacher has a better chance of holding students’ attention during class time if they make technology part of the lesson. According to the study, learners who only received teacher training and did not engage with the online learning tools had poorer achievement scores. And it’s a great way to get more done.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Digital learning tools and digital technologies have broken down geographical barriers and provided access to educational resources for students no matter their socioeconomic status or geographic location. Battling this so-called “opportunity gap” makes personalized learning and skill development more inclusive and accessible.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Interactive tools such as educational apps, videos, and virtual simulations make lessons more dynamic, capturing students’ attention and encouraging active participation. These resources cater to various learning styles, allowing students to better understand complex topics. Another key benefit is personalized learning.

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Technology Learning Styles Attention Communication 130

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

The main drawback is that this model simultaneously holds all students to the same learning objective , preventing them from getting the proper lesson unless the teacher has built thousands of lessons and allowed students to jump back or forward to different grade levels according to their levels.

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Quizzes Textbooks Testing Essay 237

Edsurge

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Without interoperable tools for remote learning, it’s difficult for teachers to pinpoint and address problems, coordinate with their colleagues and articulate learning goals to students’ families. This may, for example, prevent miscategorizing a student as simply unmotivated. The student takes MAP Growth and doesn't do well.

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Teachers Communication Gamification Achievement 212

Edsurge

JUNE 29, 2017

He says the tools from Spain have quality content for Spanish speakers, and for English tools, tech providers such as Pearson and Mcgraw Hill have sufficed in the past, but he is looking for more STEM learning tools now. “I You know education is not a big business in Mexico. schools is live video applications.

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STEM Exams Culture English 147

EdTech Magazine

JULY 10, 2019

Personalized learning tools such as Chromebooks or online learning modules are well positioned to make productive use of students’ time , allowing teachers to utilize their time for meetings with small groups and individuals. Emily is a vice president of education at Sylvan Learning. by Emily Levitt.

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