Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

In our book UDL and Blended Learning , Dr. Katie Novak and I encourage teachers to work toward firm, often standards-aligned, goals. It takes time to articulate what each level looks like; however, the benefit of this approach is that you do not need to write clarifying feedback.

Blended Learning 521

Blended Learning Essay Feedback Writing 521

Catlin Tucker

MAY 20, 2023

It provides immediate and ongoing feedback to both the teacher and the student. When students can view and interpret their formative assessment data, they can engage in metacognitive processes, such as planning and goal setting, tracking and monitoring their progress, and evaluating and reflecting on their learning.

Metacognitive Skills 482

Metacognitive Skills Universal Design Blended Learning Evaluation 482

Catlin Tucker

JUNE 14, 2021

PLCs need a structure that invites teachers to pursue learning that addresses pedagogical problems, challenges, and interests specific to that learning team. The 5Es instructional model is composed of the following stages: 1) Engage, 2) Explore, 3) Explain, 4) Elaborate, and 5) Evaluate. Elaborate: Apply Your Learning.

Teachers 427

Teachers Blended Learning Learning Evaluation 427

Catlin Tucker

JULY 2, 2019

I encourage teachers to think about the purpose of the work students are doing and evaluate whether it makes sense for them to invest their time and energy grading that work. They pass back that work and students are often left to digest the grade and feedback in isolation. Then they collect that work and grade it in isolation.

Grades 419

Grades Assignments Evaluation Coaching 419

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 22, 2024

Some students will need additional support, scaffolds, feedback, or reteaching to understand key concepts and apply specific strategies, processes, or skills. Formative Assessment Strategies There are different categories of formative assessment, including observational assessments, checks for understanding, and formative feedback.

Feedback 431

Feedback Quizzes Coaching Discussions 431

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

. “If we want to create equal opportunities for all learners to suceed, we have to ditch out one-size-fits-all practices and provide flexible pathways for students to learn.” Students are different from each other in terms of how they learn. This shift necessitates a critical examination of existing instructional models.

Blended Learning 419

Blended Learning Education Feedback Teaching Methods 419

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 11, 2021

Much of that time has been focused on how to teach in online or blended learning environments. However, to make significant and sustainable long-term changes in education, our perceptions of what teaching and learning “look” like have to fundamentally shift to avoid stagnation and make progress.

Mental Models 541

Mental Models Education Hybrid Learning Blended Learning 541

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 12, 2019

The summer break gives us time to recharge and re-evaluate why we do this challenging work. Teachers who are using blended learning models and technology tools with students must onboard, onboard, onboard! If students learn how to navigate different types of lessons (e.g., Blended Learning: 8 Respectful Routines. #4

Metacognitive Skills 367

Metacognitive Skills Schools Blended Learning Evaluation 367

Edsurge

AUGUST 24, 2017

Three years ago, with the help of the education agency the Grant Wood Area Education Agency (GWAEA), Iowa rolled out its initiative to implement blended learning as a model for the state. In a competency based system, students advance upon proficiency and receive rapid differentiated support based on their individual learning needs.

Blended Learning 151

Blended Learning Coaching Learning Feedback 151

EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

Google Classroom and Microsoft Teams for Education: Find the Blended Learning Tool that Works Best. MORE FROM EDTECH: See how K–12 schools can get started with using blended learning platforms. What Are Blended Learning Platforms? Classroom also offers a robust feedback component. eli.zimmerman_9856.

Blended Learning 159

Blended Learning Learning Tools Assignments Education 159

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. Adopting an in-class flip format allows teachers to step away from the front of the room, giving students the reins to their learning journey.

Lecturing 433

Lecturing Knowledge Assignments Writing 433

eSchool News

JUNE 9, 2021

Finally, the Commissioner of Education assessed the state and district reviewer evaluations, public feedback and cost of the materials before giving approval. Core5 is an adaptive blended learning program that accelerates the foundational and advanced literacy skills for students of all abilities in elementary grades.

Education 256

Education Blended Learning Learning Peer Review 256

eSchool News

JUNE 27, 2016

Achieve3000 offers innovative new ways to empower blended learning and accelerate student literacy gains through differentiated instruction in the 2016-2017 school year. The program continuously evaluates each student’s exact skill level, learning temperament and learning pace. State-Customized Solutions.

Blended Learning 100

Blended Learning Textbooks Multiple Choice Questions Learning 100

Edsurge

AUGUST 6, 2020

has been a leader in implementing stringent supervision and high-stakes evaluation for teachers, these practices are part of a national education reform movement that seeks to standardize teaching in an (ultimately ineffective) quest to boost student test scores. My experience is not unique: While D.C.

Coaching 218

Coaching Teachers Evaluation Feedback 218

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

Students work through examples where they compare data before and after a reaction to determine if a chemical change has occurred, with the teacher providing targeted support and feedback. Teacher 2 might also provide feedback on their data collection methods and help troubleshoot any issues that surface during the planning phase.

Teaching 395

Teaching Writing Essay Discussions 395

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Personalized learning takes center stage, tailoring educational content to individual student needs and learning styles. Smart K-12 platforms use algorithms to analyze student performance and provide real-time feedback, allowing educators to tailor their teaching strategies and interventions accordingly.

Learning 256

Learning Learning Styles Critical Thinking Accessibility 256

eSchool News

OCTOBER 30, 2017

Getting feedback from teachers on the staff culture is essential, and teachers should also be involved in reviewing that data since they are closest to the issues. Before starting Upbeat, Henry played a key role in the implementation of blended learning and evaluation of education technology products for Citizen Schools.

Teachers 181

Teachers Blended Learning Culture Communication 181

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Secondary trends, found in only a few of the reviewed resources, included: blended learning, dashboards and learning analytics, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence. Joosten also argued that the field should evaluate trends through subgroups of underrepresented students to promote equity.

Peer Review 216

Peer Review Mobile Devices Gamification Learning 216

EdTech Magazine

MARCH 4, 2019

MORE–FROM–EDTECH: Learn how K–12 schools can get started with blended learning initiatives. They’ll also be able to see how much apps cost and evaluate how well they would integrate with existing platforms. . “This hub is going to let us narrow our search to a niche that is specifically for educational technology.”.

Peer Review 133

Peer Review Teaching Methods Blended Learning Evaluation 133

Gaggle Speaks

JULY 14, 2015

As more schools move towards 1:1 learning environments and attempt to reduce paper use, teachers are seeking new options for assessing student work digitally. In addition, finding paperless grading workflows becomes more important as blended learning environments expand and teachers no longer communicate with students solely face-to-face.

Grades 94

Grades Quizzes Instructors Essay 94

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

It’s a powerful tool that’s reshaping our approach to education, especially in the realm of self-paced learning. AI empowers educators to provide students with tailored learning paths, immersive experiences, and real-time feedback—elements that boost engagement and facilitate deeper learning.

Student Engagement 133

Student Engagement eLearning Authentic Assessment Instructors 133

Edsurge

MAY 22, 2017

Teachers can then provide real-time feedback to students that will help them to identify the areas in which they need to improve. Digital Portfolios—Artifacts of Learning Digital portfolios support a formative approach by encouraging students to collect artifacts that they can share with both peers and teachers.

Authentic Assessment 117

Authentic Assessment Game-Based Learning Learning Evaluation 117

Edsurge

MAY 28, 2017

Learning is personalized through participant-driven discussions in which teachers talk about what they’re trying and learning, share resources, and get feedback from facilitators and peers. The NYCDOE’s Division of Teaching and Learning wanted to make sure teachers were in the driver’s seat.

Teachers 139

Teachers Learning Blended Learning Knowledge 139

Edsurge

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Contribute to the research and evaluation of social studies and technology. For instance, teachers can use their LMS to quickly create or amend rubrics to clearly communicate learning expectations. They can also use polls, quizzes and discussion boards to facilitate classroom interaction, assess learning or capture student feedback.

Teachers 138

Teachers Feedback Social Studies Schools 138

k12 Digest

MARCH 4, 2025

Balancing digital learning with traditional teaching methods requires a thoughtful approach that values both innovation and foundational practices. Schools should integrate technology as a complement to hands-on learning, discussions, and problem-solving activities rather than a complete replacement.

Technology 130

Technology Teaching Methods Critical Thinking Learning Styles 130

Edsurge

MAY 28, 2020

The National Council on Teacher Quality, a think tank that evaluates teacher preparation programs, doesn’t collect data related to remote learning or online education, says its director of strategic communications. For proof, check out the “ Handbook of Research on K-12 Online and Blended Learning.”

Teachers 216

Teachers Education Blended Learning STEM 216

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

It’s a powerful tool that’s reshaping our approach to education, especially in the realm of self-paced learning. AI empowers educators to provide students with tailored learning paths, immersive experiences, and real-time feedback—elements that boost engagement and facilitate deeper learning.

Student Engagement 111

Student Engagement eLearning Authentic Assessment Instructors 111

Edsurge

MAY 26, 2017

Learning is personalized through participant-driven discussions in which teachers talk about what they’re trying and learning, share resources, and get feedback from facilitators and peers. The NYCDOE’s Division of Teaching and Learning wanted to make sure teachers were in the driver’s seat.

Teachers 116

Teachers Learning Blended Learning Knowledge 116

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

We're looking at bias in adaptive learning and artificial intelligence technologies. We have even developed an open-source A/B testing platform that allows us to evaluate the effectiveness of content changes we make in our software. We're looking at how reading affects mathematics outcomes.

Learning Outcomes 155

Learning Outcomes Learning Math Languages 155

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Educators use these multimedia tools cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring that students grasp concepts more effectively. Online platforms and learning management systems are other examples of technologies that improve student learning and enable teachers to share resources, assignments, and feedback seamlessly.

Technology 130

Technology Teaching Learning Teaching Methods 130

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

We plan to continuously evaluate and update the codebook based on feedback from the edtech field. Our research analysis revealed that blended learning was the most common instructional model amongst the schools and districts in our dataset. Educators and administrators collect a lot of data.

Learning 68

Learning Feedback Blended Learning Evaluation 68

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 10, 2018

The 8th grade just received their own profiled laptop since the school was deploying a blended learning/personalized learning initiative and the 1:1 student laptop was a key project. Ownership of not only the assigned laptops, but ownership of their learning! I built in time for them to manage their inbox daily.

Teachers 63

Teachers Exams Middle School Middle School 63

k12 Online Schools

MAY 2, 2025

The Rise of Online Schooling Has Changed the Way We Think About Learning Before the pandemic, online schooling was an option. K12 online schooling, virtual academies, and blended learning models are not only surviving, theyre thriving. This can make learning feel lonely. Now, its a global infrastructure.

Technology 52

Technology Schools Reading Math 52

Edsurge

JULY 2, 2020

One example: Since March, “we haven’t evaluated teachers based on a punitive evaluation system. We have had compassion for mastery learning and really aligned what we’re doing to what we expect students to master. We’ve moved away from an AM-PM schedule,” and are instead evaluating how five-day rotation models might work.

Evaluation 161

Evaluation Schools Distance Learning Internet 161

Edsurge

MAY 27, 2017

It's a human learning environment. If we can help the teachers be more comfortable with the content, be comfortable with best practices and blended learning and feel like they're the architects of the learning design.then that’s when both teachers and students soar. They're human beings, these children.

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Beliefs Intelligence Math Questions 82