Catlin Tucker

JUNE 21, 2021

Over a series of three meetings, my architect asked me countless questions about what I wanted in a home and how I used the space. This is a critical shift if we want to cultivate expert learners who are resourceful, strategic, and motivated. In much the same way, teachers must get to know their students.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 23, 2024

The psychology of motivation: Strategies for engaging students Motivation plays a role not only in people’s choice to get involved in their goals but also in their behavior, persistence, and, ultimately, success. What does motivation entail? Experts in psychology have comprehensively analyzed motivation.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 5, 2021

I hope that a close examination of this approach to designing and facilitating lessons will motivate teachers to explore alternative models that free them from the front of the room. Pain Point: Teachers are frustrated by a lack of student engagement and motivation.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Because I have experience in the edtech industry, I have some thoughts on what I think the key question should be: How can I nurture a genuine love of learning? Human tutors can guide your child through complex reasoning processes and encourage them to question and explore ideas more thoroughly.

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k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Teachers are constantly battling for students attention, often losing that battle to smart phones. Where math and science are concerned, beginning with some sort of question and/or exploration and getting students interested in the task is aligned with what we know our brains are wired for.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 10, 2021

When you have to compete with a warm sun, sandy beaches, and playful friends, motivating students in summer school can be a daunting challenge. Their answers to this question will guide you in how you teach the class. The biggest impact on productivity came from simply paying attention to the workers and their environment.

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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). Instead, teachers must strive to design student-centered learning experiences that challenge the students to think, discuss, problem-solve, collaborate, question, create, and reflect.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Plus, when they make mistakes, they’re motivated to try new approaches to test theories. Introduce edtech tools to enhance learning Integrating edtech tools is an effective way to capture (and keep) students’ attention and enhance learning.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 16, 2024

Ongoing: Regular feedback routines ensure that students receive continuous guidance, motivating students to continually improve. The partnership between teachers and AI is crucial in ensuring that AI-driven coaching and feedback are aligned with key standards and skills, all while boosting student confidence and motivation.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 7, 2019

Charter schools educate six percent of America’s children, but get an outsized amount of attention , pro and con. The Success Academy network in New York City is among the most controversial, and attention-getting, charters. In Washington, D.C., If you’re an education wonk, you have an object of study in your own backyard.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

It begs the question, What is the value of racing through material if students don’t understand or retain it? 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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eSchool News

AUGUST 15, 2022

Digital learning has become a significant part of education as a result of the pandemic, and schools are continually finding innovative ways to engage and motivate students online. From toddler to teenager, the rich and vivid environments of video games can clearly command the attention of children at all ages. The impact.

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Faculty Focus

JANUARY 19, 2023

Every teacher knows it’s essential, and every teacher tries to motivate students. But it’s just as true that all teachers have experienced those days when they don’t feel particularly motivated, when the content seems old and tired, and when students (sometimes the whole class) are clearly anything but motivated by what’s happening in class.

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Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Each factor plays a role in shaping various academic achievements: Prior knowledge of the subject matter Motivation and engagement Learning goals Learning strategies Prioritization of the course Outside responsibilities College students take a course for various reasons, for example, to meet a major or minor requirement or for personal interest.

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Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

I always imagined that as my experience with teaching grew, I would be able to better motivate students and help focus my students. 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. 2020, Orhan and Beyhan, 2020).

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Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Despite debate and disagreement about how to define and measure attention spans, numerous studies have put student attention spans in approximately the 10-minute range (Bradbury, 2016). Attention is a so-called gateway between information and learning and is compared to a spotlight on a large stage (Keller et al.,

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eSchool News

JANUARY 9, 2024

Most educators will recognize the signs: students sleeping during class, students watching the clock, students daydreaming when they should be paying attention. The “Bored Board” can help give students options and eliminate the question, “ I’m done, now what? The dynamic nature of PBL maintains student interest and motivation.

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Critical Thinking Middle School Middle School Lecturing 327

eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Most educators will recognize the signs: students sleeping during class, students watching the clock, students daydreaming when they should be paying attention. The Bored Board can help give students options and eliminate the question, I’m done, now what? The dynamic nature of PBL maintains student interest and motivation.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 29, 2022

If communities take advantage of opportunities to close the relevance gap, students can move from disengaged to motivated, with a deeper understanding of their own natural talents and their potential for fulfilling, long-term, in-demand careers, according to the paper.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

With the hybrid learning model here to stay, many teachers are continuing to struggle with keeping their students engaged , while some learners find it difficult to stay motivated and pay attention to instruction. Whether in-person or online, an easy way to start a personal connection is by asking a question to each student.

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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. Frequently Asked Questions. I worry about the impact that this moment in education is having on teacher engagement. Should I build my playlist in a digital document or slide deck?

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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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Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Despite debate and disagreement about how to define and measure attention spans, numerous studies have put student attention spans in approximately the 10-minute range (Bradbury, 2016). Attention is a so-called gateway between information and learning and is compared to a spotlight on a large stage (Keller et al.,

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Lecturing Attention Students Discussions 97

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

I always imagined that as my experience with teaching grew, I would be able to better motivate students and help focus my students. 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. 2020, Orhan and Beyhan, 2020).

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Attention Students Quizzes Interdisciplinary 111

eSchool News

JULY 22, 2024

Through the platform, I create interactive lessons where students practice answering common interview questions. Students learn about the information they need to provide during a doctor’s appointment and the types of questions a doctor might ask when they are sick.

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eSchool News

MARCH 10, 2025

The question on everyones mind is why, and it would seem the answer is a complex one, with myriad factors named, including:absenteeism, overuse of devices, teacher burnout, student behavior, lack of motivation, lack of parental involvement, poverty, continuing effects of virtual learning, misuse of funding, teacher shortages, and lack of resources.

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Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Each factor plays a role in shaping various academic achievements: Prior knowledge of the subject matter Motivation and engagement Learning goals Learning strategies Prioritization of the course Outside responsibilities College students take a course for various reasons, for example, to meet a major or minor requirement or for personal interest.

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Motivation Instructors Lecturing Feedback 111

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

This shift raises critical questions about the future of education: How will teachers adapt their roles? This shift raises questions about the efficacy and long-term viability of conventional education methods. Studies show that students in remote settings often feel isolated, which can lead to decreased motivation and engagement.

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Hybrid Learning Learning Styles Study Critical Thinking 140

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? There’s an entire school of thought on this. Try, fail, learn, repeat.

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Teaching Methods Lecturing Schools Beliefs 321

eSchool News

APRIL 9, 2025

The person setting up the interview may or may not be able to answer all your questions, but the more information you can gather, the better. Being able to speak to the schools mission, vision, motto, and why those motivate the applicant to want to work in the school are often compelling for the interview committee. kind of way.

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Questions Motivation Attention Culture 276

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

In education, where the success of students is intricately linked to the motivation and dedication of faculty and staff to go the extra mile, elevating employees’ well-being is not only a humane thing to do, but a crucial component of improving employee morale. Administrators need to be responsive to employee questions.

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Education Culture Motivation Achievement 312

eSchool News

MARCH 7, 2024

Central to this approach are the hooks – strategies that captivate students’ attention and foster excitement for learning. For instance, when prompted with questions such as ‘Were the colonists justified in rebelling against the British?’, in teaching. Another hook is bringing the Amazing Race into the classroom.

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Teaching Gamification Critical Thinking Student Engagement 311

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 19, 2023

Every teacher knows it’s essential, and every teacher tries to motivate students. But it’s just as true that all teachers have experienced those days when they don’t feel particularly motivated, when the content seems old and tired, and when students (sometimes the whole class) are clearly anything but motivated by what’s happening in class.

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Motivation Beliefs Students Assignments 98

Faculty Focus

MAY 20, 2025

They may also feel underprepared for reading focused non-fiction, informational texts that require more attention than a casual fiction novel. For the student that wants to prepare for in-class conversation, preparing and providing a few open-ended reading reflection questions (launchpad ideas) may be useful. Spinning Questions.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

If you’re unsure where to begin, ask the chatbot for help brainstorming lesson ideas and then ask follow-up questions until you get something you can use. Questions such as these can help guide the conversation: What do you need to learn about AI, and how can you gain that knowledge? Engage in the conversation.

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Intelligence Education Ethics Lecturing 345

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

They complete tasks quickly, are often motivated to dig deeper into a subject, and are prone to boredom if not sufficiently challenged. Discovery Education Experience’s DEmystified series features short videos (most are around two minutes long) that answer questions in a plain and simple, straightforward fashion.

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Students Learning Communication Discussions 325

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The concept hinges on the idea that students complete a project on a single topic–ideally, they choose their own topics to promote interest and motivation–and, in doing so, dive deeply into that topic, ultimately becoming an expert on it. questions, leading to meaningful and interactive explorations of a topic that yield learning.

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Writing Grades Motivation Attention 311