Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2023

Through our online series, we explored the power of universally designed blended learning models to achieve deeper learning outcomes. Our discussions culminated in selecting specific challenges to explore in-depth, with the goal of prototyping solutions at the Learning Leaders Summit in Dubai.

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Edsurge

MARCH 15, 2017

And when blended learning gets thrown into the mix, the situation gets even more complicated—what happens when educators seem afraid of products? Stepan Mekhitarian: I think what's very important is for blended learning to not be a separate, compartmentalized aspect of learning at a school site. in the afternoon.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 14, 2020

I began our session by asking participants to tell me the first three words that came to mind when they heard the phrase “blended learning.” I shared the TRACE acronym for the tenets of school culture, which Jason Green talked about in our conversation on my podcast, The Balance.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 16, 2020

In this episode of The Balance , I talk with Jason Green , co-author of Blended Learning in Action and Co-Founder and Co-CEO of LINC. Jason has helped hundreds of schools and districts reimagine and implement 21st-century teaching and learning. Is building culture a priority on your campus? coaching, PLCs)?

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Edsurge

APRIL 4, 2017

For a conference named after “blended learning,” many attendees were surprised to learn that they did not agree on what the term meant. I was talking to a colleague who was using blended and personalized learning the same way,” says Dance. Here’s a blog post that teases at the 10 blended learning models she’s seen.)

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 14, 2021

Elaborate: Apply Your Learning. During the elaborate stage, the members of a PLC take what they learned and design a learning experience, implement a specific strategy, or employ a specific blended learning model. Check out my newest book UDL and Blended Learning: Thriving in Flexible Learning Landscapes !

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Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 17, 2022

Although the beginning of the year or the start of a new semester is a critical time to establish a class culture and begin building relationships with students, this work must extend throughout the school year. Blended learning is a fundamental shift in control over the learning experience from teacher to learner.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

In order to address these equity concerns, the district is increasingly turning to technology--in particular, blended learning--to allow all students to succeed. Embracing Blended Learning. The districtwide shift towards blended learning began in 2015 when Erica Hartman was hired as Supervisor of Technology Integration.

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eSchool News

JUNE 29, 2022

“Each day we see educators exceeding their highest aspirations, catalyzing remarkable student growth when they have access to a research-based, culturally affirming language arts curriculum.

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Edsurge

MARCH 27, 2018

This situation reflects the limitation of a models-approach to blended learning implementation. While models have been pivotal in helping teachers implement blended practice, a hyper focus on their individual components, or one model over another, can obscure the big picture. In short, we need to go back to the basics.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

When Ray was my student, I decided to test out gamifying my Greek Mythology Unit by creating a new Edmodo class, chunking the content into small groups, and providing my students with a paper game board to support the blended learning within the unit.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 30, 2023

Culturally responsive teaching is also vital for supporting ELs. Recognizing and valuing their diverse cultural backgrounds and experiences fosters a sense of belonging and enhances engagement in the classroom. Equality vs. Equity: Are We Meeting ELs’ Needs? Equality is when everyone gets the same experience and resources.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

As advocates of blended learning, Tiffany and I explore both the pitfalls and potential of integrating technology into classrooms. If you are part of a professional learning community, the questions below are designed to facilitate a conversation–in person or online–about the issues discussed in this episode of The Balance.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

The New York City-based language company, founded in 2011, offers 10 language classes along with courses in interior design, mixing cocktails and French culture. VentureBeat called it a place to “teach Brooklyn hipsters about French culture.” Scaling a culture school. Blended learning is the way to go for them, Rohrbach says. “I

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

Learning a Language: Acquiring a new language involves mastering vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and cultural nuances. Each student progresses differently based on prior knowledge, learning preferences, and exposure to the language.

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eSchool News

MARCH 18, 2015

The ELL programs are modeled after Middlebury Interactive’s world language courses and, like those programs, integrate research-based learning techniques, cultural awareness and project-based activities into blended learning classrooms. Digital Learning and Tools News Online Learning Top News'

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eSchool News

JUNE 10, 2024

I recommend starting with a week of onboarding that includes an overview of your organization’s culture, how to build relationships and engage with students and parents online, and how to utilize the technology systems used to teach, monitor data, and communicate with families.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

Learning cultures have no doubt shifted for students in most K-12 public schools. With new one-to-one initiatives, blended learning, online courses, project-based learning, one could argue that students are now more prepared than ever before for the 21st century. But what about teachers?

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eSchool News

MAY 19, 2021

They serve more than a quarter of a million online course enrollments annually, provide districts and students with over 2,200 highly qualified teachers trained in online instruction, supply blended learning services to their constituents, and conduct research on quality online learning. In 2021, VHS Learning received a $1.4

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eSchool News

JANUARY 17, 2017

As instructional techniques incorporate more digital technologies and blended models, school principals must create and implement carefully-constructed visions for teaching and learning–and a new professional development (PD) program aims to help them on their way.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 15, 2024

This twist on the station rotation model combines the strategic collection and use of data with student agency to create a more personalized and student-centered approach to this blended learning model. In a traditional station rotation, all students rotate through the same sequence of learning activities or stations.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 18, 2015

ABC-CLIO also released its text-to-speech functionality, translation tool, and World Geography & Culture Concepts at the convention to enhance its growing library of history instruction resources.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Previous research indicates that students who report positive teacher-student relationships were more likely to report high engagement with their learning, and strong teacher-student relationships have been associated with higher academic performance, feelings of competence, greater attendance rates, and pursuit of secondary education.

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Edsurge

JUNE 15, 2020

One of the things the COVID-19 pandemic revealed is the assessment culture we’ve created in our schools. When I talk about transforming education, I'm talking about that culture. We have developed a toxic culture of assessment whereby we've drifted away from the reasons why schools exist in the first place.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 9, 2023

Making school a place where students are welcomed and acknowledged, where learning is focused and relevant, and where instructional approaches consider the specific needs of each student will encourage all students to reach their full potential. Building a culture focused on the success of all students is non-negotiable.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 6, 2025

We talk about her passion for integrating service learning, graphic organizers, and play-based strategies in early years classrooms to foster both academic and emotional growth. If youre looking to make learning more meaningful and inclusive, this conversation is full of insight and inspiration. Or to reflect? Ruba: Exactly.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Kelly Mitchell Digital Learning and Teaching Facilitator, Onslow County Schools, North Carolina EdSurge: How do you approach personalized learning and foster authentic engagement in your classroom, and what specific strategies and technologies have you found most effective in supporting these goals? Dont overthink it.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 21, 2023

The Impact of Assigned Seats at Student-led Stations These seating assignments helped maintain a productive culture during this student-led collaborative station in a variety of ways: Students in the same rotation group did not sit next to friends who might distract them, so they stayed on task.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

To address and mitigate these concerning scores, educators should consider personalizing learning for every student. The best way to do that is by offering an online or blended learning environment because it empowers parents and students to take control of their education journey and learn in the way that works best for them.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 7, 2016

To help guide schools through this process, the Colorado Department of Education approved the formation of C olorado Digital Board of Cooperative Education Service to act as an online and blended learning expert. Read more.

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eSchool News

JULY 17, 2018

There are numerous new models: blended learning, personalized learning, culturally responsive teaching, and more. There is new technology: learning management systems, apps, websites, and more. Professional development is changing.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Students could discuss topics like the importance of friendship or how birthdays are celebrated differently in various cultures. We: The class explores the cultural or historical significance, discussing the work’s impact on society or a particular community.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

During advisory, students learn many of the “soft skills” needed to become empowered learners—they set weekly goals, celebrate successes, create class norms and culture, practice social-emotional learning strategies and become a learning community. Limited exposure by assigning 1-2 teachers for each learning group.

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Edsurge

JULY 10, 2017

Blended learning in credit-recovery courses and alternative schools—areas where students would often have no brick-and-mortar options—has gotten a bad rap because of questions about the rigor of the online learning experience. Sweat the school culture Culture matters more than technology. Routines were crisp.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Examples include whole child learning models, blended learning models and high-dose tutoring ones. High-Dose Tutoring “Schools, typically, in this country, don't have enough of an innovation culture. Having an online database will allow schools to be more exploratory, Transcend argues.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 9, 2021

Struggle is part of Brilliant’s instructional strategy, because the path to learning STEM isn’t necessarily 100 percent easy. The site operates on a culture of inquiry, curiosity, and remaining open to failure. In all, 8 principles guide the learning offered on Brilliant. Effective learning: 1.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 4, 2022

I’ve experienced the dos and don’ts of creating learning environments where my students can not only learn but be their best selves. Establish a positive hybrid learning culture and a strong learning community. . When my colleagues ask me for my secret for success, here are the tips that I share: .

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