Edsurge

MAY 22, 2017

Their outcomes can guide students’ efforts in subsequent learning. If an exam showed that a student struggled with identifying theme, for instance, I would come to the data talk prepared with learning strategies and together we would develop a plan for remediation.

Authentic Assessment 130

Authentic Assessment Game-Based Learning Learning Evaluation 130

Edsurge

APRIL 3, 2017

Vanderbilt’s research confirmed these anecdotal observations, finding that students in the games group provided more detailed answers to the complex questions found at the end of unit exams. During the pilot I switched to introducing curriculum content purely through the games, largely as a test of efficacy and to satisfy my curiosity.

Game-Based Learning 138

Game-Based Learning Middle School Middle School Learning 138

Edsurge

JANUARY 7, 2019

He effectively provides his students with what he refers to as “low-stakes” testing. This practice helps to keep students engaged, allows them to test their knowledge without impacting their grades , and provides Dr. Perumal with valuable insights into what material students are struggling with.

Study 165

Study Lecturing Assistive Technology Exams 165

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

The good news: There are positive signs, both when measuring students across standardized tests and when looking for signals of engagement. First the word was blended learning, before it was hybrid, and now it’s personalized learning. The bad news: They are unapologetic about saying that there isn’t yet enough evidence.

Schools 129

Schools Beliefs Exams Blended Learning 129

Edsurge

JANUARY 23, 2018

Richard Garrett, the Chief Research Officer at research and advisory firm Eduventures , thinks the partnership between 2U and WeWork may signal a new approach to blending learning, “recognizing the limitations of fully online delivery and potentially opening up a broader market.” 2U acquired GetSmarter last May.)

Exams 99

Exams Blended Learning Testing Study 99

Edsurge

OCTOBER 13, 2016

We now routinely norm our grading practices around selected student work to ensure that all students are held to an equally high level of academic rigor—one that we hope will adequately prepare them for the challenges of an Advanced Placement exam or a college-level government course.

Teaching 153

Teaching Social Studies Essay Exams 153

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. I decided to test the waters! I noticed that my eighth-grade class contained 16 students vs. the usual 24 students.

Teachers 68

Teachers Exams Middle School Middle School 68

Edsurge

JANUARY 7, 2019

He effectively provides his students with what he refers to as “low-stakes” testing. This practice helps to keep students engaged, allows them to test their knowledge without impacting their grades , and provides Dr. Perumal with valuable insights into what material students are struggling with.

Study 101

Study Lecturing Assistive Technology Exams 101

Faculty Focus

APRIL 25, 2023

For example, after receiving a failing grade in an exam, an instructor can help a student understand that a failing grade is not an indication of a lack of ability. The following remark exemplifies this approach: “This was certainly a difficult test, and I appreciate the fact that you answered all the questions.

Teaching 116

Teaching Failure Instructors Motivation 116

Faculty Focus

APRIL 25, 2023

For example, after receiving a failing grade in an exam, an instructor can help a student understand that a failing grade is not an indication of a lack of ability. The following remark exemplifies this approach: “This was certainly a difficult test, and I appreciate the fact that you answered all the questions.

Teaching 98

Teaching Failure Instructors Motivation 98

Edsurge

OCTOBER 3, 2019

He studies for GED math exams. A pilot program would test the use of tablets in combining online education with classroom teaching in a prison setting. By Rebecca Koenig Testing Tablets It turns out, people in jail love TED Talks. WASHINGTON, D.C. Jerard Briscoe is away at school. Or at least, that’s what he tells his kids.

Teachers 167

Teachers Students Study English 167