Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 10, 2018

An increasing number of school districts are investing in adaptive math software–online programs that adjust to the learner’s individual performance. As a blended learning coach, I often see students at the elementary level rotate through a station rotation lesson like the one pictured below. MathJournalTemplate.

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Edsurge

JULY 20, 2020

For the better part of a decade, many schools have been implementing blended learning models that integrate online learning with brick-and-mortar instruction to rethink time, space and staffing. Flipped Classroom: Making the most of independent and in-class learning Flipped Classroom model.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2021

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Education Agency (TEA) today announced that a supplemental K-5 math computer program will be made available to school systems through TEA’s Texas Home Learning 3.0 (THL program and ensure access to dynamic learning opportunities for students across the state.” initiative.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

Jackson County implements LearnBop to help students master math skills, computer-based testing. Florida’s Jackson County School District will deploy LearnBop, a math learning system, to students across the school district. Material from a press release was used in this report.

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EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 29, 2018

How K–12 Schools Can Get Started with Blended Learning. Last school year, our school started a one-to-one Chromebook initiative for sixth-grade students. That meant our incoming seventh-grade students would not only have Chromebooks, but they would know how to use them. eli.zimmerman_9856. Mon, 10/29/2018 - 09:41.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

North Carolina State researchers hope findings will improve ST Math and other digital learning platforms. The National Science Foundation has granted $800k to North Carolina State University to use data mining techniques to study the game-based ST Math software program that’s currently used in 2,500 schools across the country.

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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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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 16, 2024

Step-by-Step Process: Identify the Learning Goal: Start by clearly defining the learning goal or construct you want students to focus on. Input Relevant Information: Provide the AI chatbot with relevant details such as the subject area, grade level, and any specific requirements or preferences you have for the task.

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Edsurge

MAY 16, 2017

The term “grades” has become almost taboo among some educators in New Hampshire, where seven elementary schools are slowly ditching the word altogether through a program known as. The program—short for “no grades, no grades”—is hallmarked by the schools shifting to a more competency-based assessment structure and removal of grade levels.

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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? eli.zimmerman_9856. Wed, 02/13/2019 - 14:12.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 4, 2024

In my last blog post, Using the Station Rotation Model in Math , I wrote about the benefits of shifting from a whole group, teacher-led lesson design to small-group differentiated instructional sessions. Math is no different! When coaching teachers, I encourage them to consider a math journal at that offline station.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 20, 2015

“MobyMax … finds the holes in my students’ academic experience and fills them, contributing to a rock-solid foundation,” said Tim Swanson, a second-grade teacher who is also the school’s technology coach. grade levels after an average of 26 hours using MobyMax. They get 20 minutes of reading and 20 minutes of math.

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Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 6, 2020

As a blended learning coach, I spend a lot of time in classrooms observing lessons. These activities, like daily oral language in English or number of the day in math, require more time than most teachers intend to spend on them. Graded work can then be placed in an “outgoing basket” to be picked up.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Common Core programs use research-based approach to help students learn reasoning, critical thinking. The Oregon State Board of Education has adopted Curriculum Associates’ i-Ready and Ready Common Core math programs for use in all K–8 classrooms across the state.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Part II: Transitioning from Whole Group to Small Group to Achieve Equity in Education The first blog in this series, “ Time Efficiency vs. Equity in Education ,” explored two major barriers teachers face when shifting from whole group, teacher-led, teacher-paced model to student-centered blended learning models.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

IXL Learning , the K-12 personalized learning platform used by 11 million students, today announced a three-year agreement with Austin Independent School District to bring its adaptive software to approximately 70,000 students. Austin ISD is the fifth-largest school district in Texas and serves a diverse student body.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 13, 2016

The mere idea can be intimidating, and figuring out ways to develop ownership through teaching and learning practices compounds the challenge. Leadership Public Schools (LPS) Richmond High School increases students’ active participation in their learning by allowing them to request assessments when they are ready to take them.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 25, 2018

On day one of math class, about one-third of school students are ready to master grade-level standards while others aren’t yet able to complete basic skills. Indeed, it’s not uncommon that students’ abilities span not just one grade level, but several grade levels.

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Edsurge

JULY 10, 2019

As principal at Chula Vista School District’s Salt Creek Elementary, Lalaine Perez saw the need to better support a growth mindset around math in the years following the transition to California’s new Common Core standards. The result was a large achievement gap in math. “We

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eSchool News

MARCH 31, 2025

An elementary school teacher discussed how math can be integrated into PE class–for instance, students can measure and make calculations related to how far they jump or how fast they run, or myriad other activities. When they are engaged, they retain what they learn. Its all about learning through physical activity.

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Edsurge

JULY 9, 2019

As principal at Chula Vista School District’s Salt Creek Elementary, Lalaine Perez saw attitudes toward math bottom out in the years following the transition to California’s new Common Core standards. There was a lot of fear around math and a lot of kids’ mindsets shifted to ‘I’m not good at math,’” explains Perez.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Almost 10 years ago, I served as the principal of a blended learning pilot school. Then, rather unexpectedly, we were awarded a big grant to test out a hot new topic: personalized learning. Our teachers and students thrived; every single student received individual support and feedback every single day in both math and reading.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 1, 2017

Well, in one region—the Local District Northwest sector of the district—administrators, schools and teachers have been busy expanding efforts for blended learning implementation in collaboration with Stepan Mekhitarian. They have differing levels of interest in blended learning. But there’s hope, he adds. Oh my goodness.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

During a time when many kindergarten through 12th grade education leaders are facing many challenges, including teacher shortages , declining math and reading scores , funding issues, student mental health , and more, it’s critical that superintendents maximize their resources.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 6, 2015

One school is using a personalized and blended math curriculum to help students meet learning goals. MobyMax, a provider of personalized and blended learning curriculum for K-8 students, is helping educators at Georgia’s Screven County Elementary School personalize math instruction to meet the learning needs of every child.

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eSchool News

MARCH 2, 2015

Compass Learning recently announced its Pathblazer math and reading intervention solution and Hybridge blended learning solution have been enriched with more than 800 new digital learning activities for grades 6-8. New content and questions help students prepare for PARCC and SBAC assessments.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 26, 2017

When the Internet arrived, I — as did my colleagues — adopted it mostly for two reasons: 1) research — in place of the library, and 2) rote drills, such as supporting math practice. Blended learning occurs when an education program combines Internet-based media with traditional classroom methods.

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eSchool News

JUNE 6, 2016

Redbird Advanced Learning Mathematics is a digital curriculum platform for in-class or blended learning use that incorporates robust, research-based adaptive technology. Teachers can assign students to grade-level learning tracks or let them sort themselves with a course placement activity. Grades : K-7.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

A planner can also help parents track their children’s tasks, especially if they have multiple children in different grades. Make sure your students have all the tools they need, from computers to notebooks to headphones, and a place that signifies it’s time to learn. Online learning doesn’t have to be only screen time.

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District Administration

APRIL 16, 2015

Waggle generates a personalized, smart practice environment to help students in grades 2-8 build critical thinking and prepare for assessments in math and ELA. It champions productive struggle by creating a safe and engaging space for students to explore, build confidence and accelerate learning.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

Teacher 1 provides targeted instruction based on each group’s needs: Group 1 (Below Grade Level): Students work on identifying key details in a simplified fable with additional visual supports. Group 2 (On Grade Level): Students read a standard-level folktale and discuss the central message.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 9, 2020

IXL Learning , the K-12 personalized learning platform used by 11 million students, today announced a three-year agreement with Laredo Independent School District to bring its award-winning program to approximately 23,600 students and 1,100 teachers. Laredo ISD is located in Laredo, Texas , on the border with Mexico.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2015

Achievement increasing by up to 240 percent in math and reading. students attend blended classes on campus and take online courses from home, and district educators say a personalized learning solution has had a positive impact in a number of academic areas.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 6, 2018

The long weeks of summer break are wonderful for family time and vacations, but not so wonderful at keeping students on a positive learning curve. Young children especially benefit from fun math games. ORIGO Education , a curriculum publisher specializing in early math education, pulled together a list of fun summer activities.

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eSchool News

APRIL 30, 2021

The survey, conducted by the nonprofit Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) in March , gathered responses from 1,060 11th and 12th grade students from across the U.S. and sixth form students in England and Wales to determine their views regarding virtual learning.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 3, 2024

Standards-aligned: These choice boards are designed to meet specific educational standards and learning objectives. They ensure students engage with content that aligns with the subject area and grade-level standards. Review and practice: These boards reinforce previously learned vocabulary, concepts, and skills.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

The mere idea can be intimidating, and figuring out ways to develop ownership through teaching and learning practices compounds the challenge. Leadership Public Schools (LPS) Richmond High School increases students’ active participation in their learning by allowing them to request assessments when they are ready to take them.

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