Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 24, 2021

Each time I return to an assignment, I add strategies, like polling, discussion boards, and partner work to make the experience more engaging. First Viewing of the video Students watch the film for the first time without preparation or discussion. From Whole Group to The Playlist Model. The goal is to enjoy the film.

Blended Learning 397

Blended Learning Multiple Choice Questions Learning Discussions 397

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 29, 2021

In the early days of my transition to blended learning, I had one Chromebook, which I received after writing a Donor’s Choose project. It is a series of stations, or learning activities, that students rotate through. To be considered a blended learning model, at least one station must be an online learning station.

Blended Learning 535

Blended Learning Critical Thinking Communication Participation 535

Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 10, 2022

I teamed up with Dr. Katie Novak to write a follow-up to our book UDL and Blended Learning. In our second book, UDL and Blended Learning 2: Shifting to Sustainable Student-led Workflows (coming out in spring 2022), we tackle 10 unsustainable teacher-led workflows. Want to learn more about blended learning and UDL?

Blended Learning 466

Blended Learning Metacognitive Skills Teachers Feedback 466

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Teachers juggling the concurrent classroom with some students physically attending class and others joining remotely via video conferencing are trying to balance the demands of teaching in two learning landscapes simultaneously. Begin class with a review activity, writing prompt, feedback form, quick quiz, or formative assessment.

Blended Learning 546

Blended Learning Coaching Feedback Discussions 546

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2021

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. Finally, students should reflect on what they learned.

Activities 546

Activities Reading Learning Discussions 546

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 22, 2015

My excitement about blended learning stemmed from the realization that learning, both inside and outside of my classroom, can take many different forms. Group 1 researched the Great Depression and discussed its impact on the novel. Creatively Teach the Common Core Literacy Standards with Technology Available NOW !

Blended Learning 420

Blended Learning Middle School Middle School STEM 420

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

When I ask teachers, “How would you describe a successful online or blended learning course? I’ll also share ideas and strategies for utilizing those shared spaces to create student-centered learning experiences. What would that look like?” Zoom or Google Meet Breakout Rooms. for a unit or text.

Learning Spaces 545

Learning Spaces Student Engagement Learning Students 545

Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 20, 2020

Even though concepts build on one another, the Station Rotation Model can provide students with opportunities to spiral back and review concepts or apply what they are learning to the world beyond the classroom. to write a series of blogs about how she is using the Station Rotation Model in her math class. I invited Sarah Dunn, M.Ed

Math 545

Math Blended Learning Questions Coaching 545

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 20, 2020

In my most recent book, Balance with Blended Learning , I have a chapter dedicated to providing real-time feedback as students work. I encourage teachers to use blended learning models to create time and space in the classroom to give feedback on their students’ work as they work.

Feedback 546

Feedback Blended Learning Writing Communication 546

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 1, 2021

I’ve taught in person, online, and in blended learning environments. Teachers learn so much from listening to their students engaging in conversation or observing them as they work through a problem or task. This process drives deeper thinking about what they are working toward in a given lesson or learning cycle. #2

Learning 543

Learning Knowledge Writing Discussions 543

Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 17, 2022

I write one to share with students, so they get a sense of who I am as a person, and it serves as a model they can reference as they write their own. They credited blended learning models, like the station rotation and playlist models , with providing the time and space to work directly with learners.

Teachers 365

Teachers Blended Learning Classroom Management Discussions 365

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.

Teachers 481

Teachers Art Feedback Writing 481

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

I explain why I believe it’s important to place students at the center of learning in the classroom and how I use blended learning strategies and technology to create a student-centered learning experience. This is a favorite with parents!

Teaching Philosophy 420

Teaching Philosophy Schools Blended Learning Discussions 420

Catlin Tucker

JUNE 14, 2021

Let’s explore how PLCs can use this model to guide their learning. The PLC begins by engaging in a discussion or structured brainstorming session to identify areas of interest for this inquiry cycle. This can happen in a real-time discussion during a PLC meeting or asynchronously via FlipGrid video recordings.

Teachers 427

Teachers Blended Learning Learning Evaluation 427

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. Students watch videos at home where they can control the pace of their learning, then they come to class prepared to apply that information in collaborative student-centered activities.

Multiple Choice Questions 420

Multiple Choice Questions Students Assignments Blended Learning 420

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

Example: Two Teacher-Led Stations – One Differentiated, One Guided Reading and Discussion Reading Standard: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.3.2 The teacher uses guided reading strategies, asking questions that help students focus on basic elements like characters and setting before discussing the moral.

Teaching 395

Teaching Writing Essay Discussions 395

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 12, 2016

This week I had the pleasure of training a group of elementary teachers on blended learning strategies. One of the strategies we discussed with the potential to weave these three areas of focus together is a choice board. how they will engage with the information (learning modality). Student choice. Assessment.

Blended Learning 419

Blended Learning Activities Assignments Math 419

Catlin Tucker

JUNE 18, 2023

As the landscape of education continues to evolve in response to global disruptions and digital advancements, blended learning models have surged in popularity. ” This activity taps into students’ prior knowledge and generates curiosity about what they will learn. This encourages brainstorming and prediction.

Lecturing 433

Lecturing Knowledge Assignments Writing 433

eSchool News

JULY 1, 2020

The pandemic has forced learning out of physical classrooms–and it presents a unique opportunity for educators. Education thought leader Alan November discusses what he believes is a key misstep that many educators are making in shifting to web-based instruction. Read it now: 5 strategies for independent learning.

Education 317

Education Distance Learning Writing Blended Learning 317

Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 11, 2020

It is the educators who understand this truth and design and facilitate learning experiences that align with this truth who have had the most success navigating this challenging moment in education. If they want to discuss their goals and progress, they will need their goal-setting sheet. Then students prepare for their conference.

Blended Learning 531

Blended Learning Communication Coaching Questions 531

Catlin Tucker

MAY 30, 2023

ELs need ample opportunities to practice speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English. Teachers can incorporate collaborative activities, discussions, and cooperative learning strategies, like reciprocal teaching , that promote speaking and listening skills.

English 274

English Blended Learning Language Languages 274

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 11, 2024

Once teachers have a clear sense of where their students are beginning in relation to specific concepts and skills, they can use the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and blended learning models to design lessons that are accessible, inclusive, and equitable. 5 minutes).

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Blended Learning Coaching Knowledge Writing 375

eSchool News

JULY 26, 2021

To what extent have educators used the pandemic as an opportunity to realize online learning’s benefits? The intent is to learn how educators use online learning, but also whether online learning leads to the benefits the Institute has documented in its blended learning research.

Online Learning 306

Online Learning Blended Learning Learning Internet 306

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 29, 2023

In spring 2021, inspired by feedback from students, I redesigned my two undergraduate education courses as blended learning courses. While I was familiar with the benefits of blended learning (e.g., So, what is blended learning? 2019; Vallée et al., 2019; Vallée et al.,

Blended Learning 132

Blended Learning Lecturing Education Learning 132

Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 25, 2019

In my work as a blended learning coach, I observe a lot of teachers facilitating blended lessons. As they discuss the challenge or problem, observe them. I often pair students up to encourage them to discuss their work and ask each other for help. 5TeacherLed. 1 Hook the Group.

Teachers 420

Teachers Essay Feedback Quizzes 420

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

It’s exciting to see so many teachers trying this blended learning model and creating opportunities for small group instruction, real-time feedback, collaboration, and differentiated learning. 1) Use your teacher-led station for a range of activities beyond direct instruction. 2) Switch up your groups!

Teachers 418

Teachers Feedback Blended Learning Grades 418

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 25, 2023

I used the following slide and had students work in pairs to discuss what they think each type of station should look and sound like and then jot down their ideas on a piece of paper. Depending on the age of the students, they can write down phrases and words, or draw simple sketches. What Does Each Station Look and Sound Like?

Blended Learning 320

Blended Learning Classroom Management Discussions Writing 320

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 22, 2021

Once you’re signed up, you prepare weekly material, chat with classmates, respond to class Discussion Boards and quizzes, and participate in a weekly video meeting. Teach Writing with Tech. Experiment with a wide variety of available digital writing tools to help your students develop their inner writer.

Blended Learning 158

Blended Learning Teaching Learning Internet 158

Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 6, 2020

As a blended learning coach, I spend a lot of time in classrooms observing lessons. If teachers want to start the day with a quick check-in, I recommend presenting a question for pairs to discuss in a two-minute talk format. Most of the class sits idly listening. What is the purpose of the work they are doing today?

Coaching 453

Coaching Blended Learning Activities Questions 453

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

By exploring the task, the feedback, and its implications, students develop a more profound understanding of their own abilities and how they can utilize the feedback to elevate their learning experience. It is a series of stations, or learning activities, that students rotate through. writing assignments, performance tasks, projects).

Feedback 363

Feedback Blended Learning Metacognitive Skills Failure 363

Catlin Tucker

JULY 17, 2023

Although they understand the benefits of these collaborative conversations in station rotation, including increased self-efficacy, relationship building, and constructing knowledge together, teachers usually feel more comfortable designing teacher-led collaborative stations where they can control the discussion and ensure everyone is on task.

Discussions 247

Discussions Blended Learning Students Questions 247

Catlin Tucker

JUNE 16, 2024

Option 1 Science: Design a new experiment to test a scientific hypothesis Science: Write a research paper on an environmental issue Math: Solve a set of problems and explain your solutions in a video tutorial Math: Develop a math game that helps others learn about a mathematical concept or process English : Write an essay analyzing the symbolism in (..)

History 382

History Art Essay Physical Education 382

Catlin Tucker

MAY 4, 2024

She is an original member of Equity in Action CA , which strives to create learning spaces rooted in diversity as well as implement strategies to design welcoming spaces for belonging and inclusion. In our conversation, Jenn and Ben discuss some of their favorite Eduprotocols for little learners. I jumped at the chance!

Writing 383

Writing Feedback Learning Spaces Activities 383

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 22, 2024

Teachers can use observations with a checklist when students are: Engaged in group activities or discussions to monitor individual participation and contributions. Teachers might include the following items on a checklist: Participation: Is the student actively engaged in the activity/discussion?

Feedback 431

Feedback Quizzes Coaching Discussions 431

Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 21, 2019

” As I was responding to Andi’s comment, I realized that I had to write this blog post and share some of the myriad ways that teachers can use a wonky Wednesday. I also dedicate a chapter in my new book Balance with Blended Learning to metacognition. #3 1 Passion Projects. 3 Update Digital Notebooks or Portfolios.

Metacognitive Skills 336

Metacognitive Skills Blended Learning Coaching Feedback 336

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 29, 2023

In spring 2021, inspired by feedback from students, I redesigned my two undergraduate education courses as blended learning courses. While I was familiar with the benefits of blended learning (e.g., So, what is blended learning? 2019; Vallée et al., 2019; Vallée et al.,

Blended Learning 98

Blended Learning Lecturing Education Learning 98

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 11, 2021

Once you’re signed up, you prepare weekly material, chat with classmates, respond to class Discussion Boards and quizzes, and participate in a weekly video meeting. Teach Writing with Tech. Experiment with a wide variety of available digital writing tools to help your students develop their inner writer.

Blended Learning 125

Blended Learning Teaching Learning Internet 125