Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

As students rotate to this station, they receive focused attention and resources that address their unique learning challenges or advanced needs, ensuring that each student is supported where they are in their learning journey. Students receive individualized attention to address specific areas of struggle.

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Teaching Writing Essay Discussions 394

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Teachers who have traditionally planned a whole group lesson that moves the class, as a unit, through a series of learning activities find it nearly impossible to hold their students’ attention in the concurrent classroom. Note : I’ve grappled with whether or not to write about the concurrent classroom.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 28, 2022

A nod from a top science magazine to the game many parents wish their kids had never heard of should catch the attention of teachers. It’ll start with a plot of land and students will write the story, cast the characters, create the entire 1776 world. This follows Common Sense Media’s seal of approval. Again, think Legos.

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Writing Reading Teaching Evaluation 199

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Sometimes this is the result of students who are distracted or not paying attention. Writing or typing detailed directions is time-consuming. It tends to hold their attention longer. Yet, many of the teachers I work with repeat the same information and directions multiple times in a lesson. Video directions are a game-changer.

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Attention Blended Learning Writing Assignments 398

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 28, 2024

Essay writing is a crucial skill for academic and professional success because it teaches clear, logical, and persuasive communication. In this blog post, we’ll unlock the secrets to successful essay writing and share 10 proven tips to help you level up your writing game. What is Effective Essay Writing?

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Essay Writing Plagiarism Communication 157

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 15, 2017

I resent the magnetic pull that iPads and apps have on their time and attention. As I write this, I do appreciate the irony of the tech enthusiast educator resenting my own children’s clear adoration of technology. She is currently writing a book (true story!)

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Critical Thinking Writing Attention Art 418

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 29, 2024

Here are four tips from the Ask a Tech Teacher team to get you started: How to Improve Essay Writing Skills: Abbie Kay from State of Writing Giving Tips and Strategies for Students Improving essay writing skills is crucial for students aiming to excel academically.

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Essay Writing Skills Plagiarism 159

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

Writing Assignments: Writing tasks, whether creative stories, essays, or research papers, require students to think critically, organize their thoughts, write a draft, and revise based on feedback. I’ve built project playlists, close-reading playlists, and writing playlists.

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Teachers Art Feedback Writing 479

Catlin Tucker

MAY 11, 2021

The class may include students with a hearing impairment, auditory processing disorder, or attention deficit disorder. Station 4: Online Station Students select a specific habitat to research and share their learning about the biodiversity in that habitat in writing, video, or a visual format (their choice).

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Blended Learning Learning Universal Design Disabilities 545

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

” When students are at the learning station with me, they have my undivided attention. Group 2 worked collaboratively to create a timeline of John Steinbeck’s life and discussed which events impacted his writing of the novel. I’ve affectionately termed the group that works with me “Tucker Time.”

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Yet, those slow mornings feel far away as I write this. I am writing this blog because the lack of balance in my own life has left me feeling exhausted. It is something I continue to work on and it deserves my time and attention. This is advice I freely give but struggle to make a reality in my own life.

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Teaching Writing Attention Activities 416

eSchool News

JUNE 12, 2020

While most of my students choose to come to our school because we focus on math, science, and STEM—the subjects they enjoy—I am tasked with helping them develop their reading and writing skills. Here are five ways you can use technology to capture and hold the attention of language arts students. Use Monster Quiz for assessments.

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Art Language Languages STEM 363

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 5, 2021

For example, providing concept maps or graphic organizers, engaging learners in discussion (synchronous or asynchronous), or encouraging a reflective practice via a writing prompt. For example, some students may want to write while others will prefer to record a video. Consuming new information (e.g.,

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Blended Learning Metacognitive Skills Learning Motivation 544

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 18, 2023

Read how to draft an IB extended essay below Writing Strategies for an Extended Essay in the International Baccalaureate Program IB is a rigorous two-year project for personal and academic development. The IB sets criteria and guidelines for the write-up. Many students dread IB essays. So, right off the bat, avoid this pitfall.

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Essay Writing Plagiarism Evaluation 148

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

However, encouraging students to read in and out of class is challenging as small screens command much of their time and attention. My students found it tedious to write a summary every time they read, yet I needed a strategy to gain insight into their reading comprehension. Response to Reading Choice Board.

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Culture Reading Assignments Blended Learning 498

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

While E-rate remains a crucial program for schools and libraries to ensure connectivity, the COVID-19 pandemic brought attention to the need for increased flexibility and funds for off-campus learning. Related content: How school librarians are getting creative in a pandemic.

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Internet Attention Writing Communication 359

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. These reflections can take the form of a quick write, exit ticket, or video reflection.

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Learning Knowledge Writing Discussions 543

Catlin Tucker

JUNE 29, 2015

The flipped classroom model is a blended learning strategy I use to present my vocabulary , writing, and grammar instruction online. It is also a good incentive to keep students attentive as they watch. One thing I emphasize when I lead professional development for teachers is the importance of flipping and engaging.

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Multiple Choice Questions Students Assignments Blended Learning 420

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 2, 2016

Student engagement is “ the degree of attention, curiosity, interest, optimism, and passion that students show when they are learning or being taught.” Then groups worked together to write a project proposal explaining how they were going to execute this project. Unfortunately, this statistic doesn’t shock me.

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Learning Students Lecturing Attention 420

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 197

eSchool News

JANUARY 2, 2024

Research shows that we process information presented in visual form more quickly than that presented in writing. to guide the audience’s attention and convey information efficiently. Larger elements draw more attention, so prioritize the important content by making it the largest element in the design. Use online tools.

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Learning Attention Accessibility Art 337

Catlin Tucker

JUNE 18, 2023

This method, however, may inadvertently create myriad barriers for students with hearing impairments, memory challenges, attention deficit disorders, insufficient background knowledge, or who lack familiarity with subject-specific or academic vocabulary. This encourages brainstorming and prediction.

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Lecturing Knowledge Assignments Writing 431

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

AI can help students write stronger essays, solve tricky math problems, and even manage their stress levels, all while giving TAs more time to focus on what matters most–building meaningful connections with students. Diffit provides leveled resources as well. Nearly all generative AI tools offer a summary function. Documentor.cc

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Teaching Assistants Teaching Quizzes Intelligence 301

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

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 31, 2024

The Ask a Tech Teacher crew has some great times from Harley Wade on that subject: Harley Wade from State of Writing created 7 Tips for Creating a Budget in High School High school is the best time to start learning responsible financial management. This will help you find a budget-friendly writing service.

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High School High School Writing Schools 159

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 23, 2022

In the same way, teachers should dedicate the same time and attention to feedback as they do to instruction. We can spend all day telling students how to do something, like write a thesis statement, solve a type of problem, or analyze a primary source.

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Blended Learning Feedback Learning Instructors 496

eSchool News

DECEMBER 10, 2018

It can be as simple as the teacher asking the class to write down three things they learned the day before or to draw one parallel between a previous lesson and the next one. Two things : Ask students to write down two things they learned, either from the previous day or from a current lesson. 3 strategies to enhance retrieval.

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Knowledge Accessibility Students Writing 279

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 22, 2017

Then as my energy wanes, I can shift my attention to the easier to accomplish tasks. #2 Ironically, responding to emails when I am not in a mental zone to lesson plan or write allows me to feel productive in these moments. I want my kids and my husband to feel they are my priority and have my full attention when I am at home.

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Coaching Motivation Attention Blended Learning 418

Edsurge

OCTOBER 27, 2020

But Lang admits that holding students’ attention is now harder than it’s been in the past, and he offers some practical suggestions on how to respond. You may have seen Lang’s writings about teaching before. EdSurge: In researching this book, you write that you spent two years looking at distraction in classrooms.

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Instructors Attention Education Lecturing 218

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

When not addressed, stress can lead to harmful health concerns like anxiety and depression, reduced attention, impaired self-regulation, and decreased learning readiness. Make a plan to manage the stressor(s), write down a goal, and create accountable measures to help you follow through.

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Activities Teachers Attention Writing 317

eSchool News

DECEMBER 16, 2020

When not addressed, stress can lead to harmful health concerns like anxiety and depression, reduced attention, impaired self-regulation, and decreased learning readiness. Make a plan to manage the stressor(s), write down a goal, and create accountable measures to help you follow through.

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Activities Teachers Attention Writing 300

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 3, 2023

However, somewhere along the way, they captured my attention. I set off on a year-long journey to implement them into the academic writing process. Excitements-Worries-Needs-Stance We had been working through the stages of writing a research paper. There were other exposures to VTR but nothing as notable.

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Writing Plagiarism English Languages 131

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

I ’m a writing instructor in higher education. I’m also a writing specialist in a support center. I work with students from all disciplines and cultural and linguistic backgrounds where I cover the whole spectrum of writing instruction. For students continuing to graduate school, the writing stakes are even higher.

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Evaluation Feedback Writing Languages 119

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

According to Merriam-Webster, engagement is defined as the act of engaging, which is to draw favorable attention or interest. For our purposes, we are going to say that student engagement is the ability for a teacher to draw the attention or interest of students for the sake of learning. So how do you do that?

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Student Engagement Teachers Students Attention 306

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

They write, “When a person has experiences that are joyful, meaningful, actively engaging, iterative, and socially interactive–in other words, playful–areas of the brain are activated, and chemicals are released, that are related to focused attention, memory, and movement from effortful to automatic learning.”

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Writing Grades Motivation Attention 300

eSchool News

APRIL 18, 2023

ChatGPT has commanded the world’s attention in recent weeks, and it has educators and policymakers discussing its implications for education, academic honesty, accessibility, and more.

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Plagiarism Essay Education Attention 278

Edsurge

JANUARY 14, 2021

As the pandemic has forced more teaching online, plenty of instructors have been trying to figure out the best way to keep students’ attention and interest with lecture videos or Zoom sessions. The face is a massive draw—it’s a magnet for attention,” Stull says. It’s almost like this symphony that the instructor is the heart of.”

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Instructors Lecturing Teachers Attention 218