Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2021

Yet, reading is like any skill that we can improve with practice. In their new book, Teaching for Deeper Learning: Tools to Engage Students in Meaning Making , my friend, Jay McTighe , and his co-author, Harvey Silver , write about an active reading strategy that encourages students to engage with texts before, during, and after reading.

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Activities Reading Learning Discussions 195

Edsurge

MARCH 5, 2018

In our partnerships, these leaders carefully select education technology tools that leverage the skill sets that individual teachers and teams are developing rather than add another layer of work to busy teacher days. They simply can’t do it all alone, which is why it’s smart to grow your capacity by building leadership skills in staff.

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Achievement Blended Learning Failure Coaching 155

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 10, 2017

Back in 2011, I was getting my feet wet with blended learning and experimenting with new pedagogical practices in my geography class. As a result of my recent transition to a blended learning environment and my desire to turn control of learning over to my students, I decided the traditional syllabus needed to be turned on its head.

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Syllabus Learning Course Outline History 159

Edsurge

JANUARY 5, 2019

But some institutions are gaining traction using a novel approach: leveraging the expertise of facilities and information technology staff to support the redesign of classroom learning experiences. And that dialogue helps inform the work of IU’s learning spaces team. Collaborative Learning Studio at Indiana University.

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Active Learning Activities Instructors Learning Spaces 167

Edsurge

OCTOBER 16, 2023

It can facilitate immersive learning environments , allowing educators to craft virtual classrooms or historical settings so that students engage in interactive and captivating lessons. Experiential learning is enhanced , offering a safe platform for hands-on activities like science experiments. I asked them to create websites.

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Learning Gamification History Learning Outcomes 194

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

This digital evolution equips students with essential skills, preparing them for a future where technology plays an integral role in every aspect of society. How can you use technology to enhance teaching and learning? This fosters a more connected and collaborative learning environment, even beyond the physical classroom.

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Technology Teaching Learning Quizzes 130

Catlin Tucker

JUNE 4, 2024

It requires that students access their prior knowledge and think deeply about the new concepts, processes, and skills they are learning. This teacher-led model typically positions students as passive recipients of information rather than active agents striving to understand what they are learning.

Knowledge 195

Knowledge Participation Discussions Writing 195

Gaggle Speaks

MARCH 25, 2015

Lesson learned #2: Show up prepared, or you are doomed to fail. I constantly play contrarian with our marketing team around using the latest education lingo: Project-Based Learning; Web 2.0; Collaborative Learning, 21st Century Skills; Blending Learning, Student Engagement, MOOC; Flipped Classroom; Gamification; Big Data.

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Failure Gamification Blended Learning Collaborative Learning 110

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 13, 2018

Helps create a network online/offline – there have been instances where students who have met online for educational collaboration have connected in the real world to further their common educational interests and projects. Gamification is one of the best methods to increase online peer connectivity and social learning.

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Gamification Teaching Teachers Blended Learning 105

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Ranging from interactive software and multimedia platforms to online collaboration tools, these innovations empower educators to create dynamic, engaging lessons. Students leverage technology for research, skill development, and collaborative projects. What are digital education tools?

Technology 141

Technology Teaching Learning Learning Styles 141

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Unfortunately, nationwide scores in math and reading are on the decline—these students often lack the skills to succeed in higher education. Create positive collaborative learning environments. Collaborate with students by creating engaging learning activities. Mentoring mindset, skills and tools (4th edition).

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Lecturing Instructors Knowledge Failure 130

Gaggle Speaks

MARCH 25, 2015

Lesson learned #2: Show up prepared, or you are doomed to fail. I constantly play contrarian with our marketing team around using the latest education lingo: Project-Based Learning; Web 2.0; Collaborative Learning, 21st Century Skills; Blending Learning, Student Engagement, MOOC; Flipped Classroom; Gamification; Big Data.

Failure 75

Failure Gamification Blended Learning Collaborative Learning 75

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Unfortunately, nationwide scores in math and reading are on the decline—these students often lack the skills to succeed in higher education. Create positive collaborative learning environments. Collaborate with students by creating engaging learning activities. Mentoring mindset, skills and tools (4th edition).

Lecturing 98

Lecturing Instructors Knowledge Failure 98

Edsurge

OCTOBER 10, 2017

You might call her the hipster teacher since she embraced collaborative learning, flexible seating and student autonomy before it was trendy. How do teachers balance the need to make sure that certain skills are taught but also, if they wanted to, offer students the autonomy that you talk about? The kids are in control.

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High School High School Teaching Schools 116