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Why Sending Students Home with Writing Assignments Might Not Be The Best Idea

Catlin Tucker

In our newest book, Shift Writing into the Classroom with UDL and Blended Learning , Dr. Katie Novak and I guide teachers in creating the time and space to support all parts of the writing process in the classroom.

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A ‘Brilliant’ way to learn STEM

eSchool News

You might feel that way about Brilliant –a site that helps users learn not through lecture videos, but through hands-on, interactive learning. Every now and then, a new resource comes along that’s worth a second–or third, or fourth–look.

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Florida district deploys new math tool

eSchool News

Florida’s Jackson County School District will deploy LearnBop, a math learning system, to students across the school district. Following the rollout of Digital Jackson, a one-to-one initiative providing Windows 8 tablets to students in grades K-8, the district next focused on interactive learning content.

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Using technology to support learning through movement

eSchool News

It is a great way to add a new and exciting twist to PE class, whether its helping students hone their soccer skills or using it with interactive learning to reinforce classroom learning. For the students and teachers, its just plain fun. Its the idea that tech is being used as a tool to deliver fun, engaging instruction.

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Learning in the Digital Age

eSchool News

Virtual classrooms and collaborative online platforms foster interactive discussions and group projects, transcending physical boundaries and enabling students to connect with peers globally. It accommodates diverse learning styles and preferences, promoting a more dynamic and interactive learning experience.

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In the marketplace: Funding for active learning, a helping hand for innovative programs, and an interactive book program

eSchool News

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.

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How Useful is Technology for Teaching and Learning?

eSchool News

The use of technology in the classroom to enhance teaching and learning involves strategic planning and integration while addressing diverse student needs. Here are some key approaches: Interactive Learning : Incorporate interactive tools like smartboards and educational apps that promote active participation.