eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Classroom management challenges include engagement and maintaining order consistently Discover the advantages and disadvantages of classroom management Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends In classroom learning, educators face multifaceted challenges in managing classrooms effectively.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 8, 2019

Overwhelmingly, I’ve found students open to and interested in tools to help them effectively navigate distractions and promote their social and emotional well-being, and that teachers benefit enormously from professional development centered around technology use, executive functioning skills and intrinsic motivation. But how does that work?

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Key points: Tying classroom decor to learning themes is great for student engagement The psychology of classroom management 3 pillars for building a positive classroom culture For more news on classroom management, see eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Teachers have their own preferences and approach when it comes to classroom decor.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

By minimizing disruptions, promoting positive behavior, and establishing clear expectations, classroom management enhances academic achievement, cultivates social-emotional skills, and fosters positive teacher-student relationships. What are the positive effects of classroom management? Let’s explore.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

Learning a Language: Acquiring a new language involves mastering vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and cultural nuances. This sustained engagement helps maintain their interest and motivation in the learning process. It encourages students to take control of their learning, boosting their confidence and motivation.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Create a school culture that teachers won’t want to leave. Research shows that a positive school culture is associated with higher attendance rates and deeper engagement for both students and faculty. As best-selling author Dan Pink writes in his book Drive , mastery is a powerful motivator.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 9, 2024

The dynamic nature of PBL maintains student interest and motivation. This approach encourages critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration, as students are often working in groups and learning from each other.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

The dynamic nature of PBL maintains student interest and motivation. This approach encourages critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration, as students are often working in groups and learning from each other.

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eSchool News

JULY 19, 2024

By thinking outside the box and implementing innovative strategies, school districts can create an appealing and sustainable career path for educators, ensuring that every classroom is led by a qualified and motivated teacher. By leveraging advanced technology, schools can tap into a broader pool of skilled teachers.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 16, 2024

“When students listen to audiobooks or watch audio media, they are able to become experienced with different cultures, dialects, and beliefs (Parmeter, p.24). As you become more familiar with using the interactive whiteboard, you will find that teaching becomes easier, and classroom management improves. 2023, March 21).

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Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Being not only consumers but also active content creators, examining their social media usage reveals much about their cultural identity expression. How students have come to navigate these digital spaces is deeply intertwined with cultural practices, shaping and reflecting their online behavior.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

These teacher-to-teacher relationships—through mentorship, collegial support, and friendship—have kept me grounded and motivated. I entered the classroom through an alternative certification program , which meant I hadn’t received the same level of preparation as teachers who came through traditional teacher training routes.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

“A one-size-fits-all instructional approach doesn’t work in a classroom where every student brings their own unique learning style. More than ever, personalized learning is critical in getting students engaged and motivated to learn and supporting academic growth,” said Bethlam Forsa, CEO of Savvas Learning Company.

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Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Being not only consumers but also active content creators, examining their social media usage reveals much about their cultural identity expression. How students have come to navigate these digital spaces is deeply intertwined with cultural practices, shaping and reflecting their online behavior.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

At South Park Middle School, our PBIS experience has transformed not only our school culture but also student and staff morale. Our Eagle Feathers reward system motivates students by providing tangible recognition for exhibiting Eagle PRIDE. Acknowledging student achievements is at the heart of our program.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 5, 2016

Otus , which he describes as a student performance platform—a learning management system that also spans classroom management, curriculum, and assessment. What motivates you, both as a teacher and an entrepreneur? That really motivates me to continue. Failure also motivates me. He also helps run.

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Edsurge

APRIL 9, 2019

Good classroom management is another essential component of a device rollout. Research shows that the cornerstone of good classroom management is the quality of teacher-student relationships. It maximizes classroom structure, predictability and expectations while engaging students in the type of activity that they love.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Within my own culture, circles are often used symbolically and literally for their ability to promote equity, interconnection and holism. I also recognize that is not the case for the majority of educators in classrooms.

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eSchool News

MAY 20, 2021

At the heart of the program is the Mind Builder skill-building methodology, developed with the Yale Child Study Center to support social-emotional learning, executive function skills, motivation, and creativity.

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Additionally, collaborative learning can enhance student motivation and commitment. The social environment of the group can be enjoyable and exciting for several students compared to independent study or traditional classroom or online lecturing. Collaborative learning benefits students from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

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Edsurge

JUNE 28, 2016

One: Classroom Management. The NPR piece painted a harsh picture of Rocketship’s classroom management when it comes to allowing students to have bathroom breaks and enforcing “silent time.” Every educator knows that setting clear classroom rules and school wide policies for practices such as bathroom breaks is standard.

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Additionally, collaborative learning can enhance student motivation and commitment. The social environment of the group can be enjoyable and exciting for several students compared to independent study or traditional classroom or online lecturing. Collaborative learning benefits students from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 7, 2021

They can cover traditional topics in science and math or more eclectic ones like popular culture, current events, music, entrepreneurship, Minecraft, and TikTok. It motivates reluctant students, awakens their love of learning by including topics they care about. Curious about the topics? Unusual Creatures of the Congo.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 4, 2018

Zoobean (Arlington, Virginia) provides a web application, mobile app, and prospective hardware device through which families can track their independent reading and stay motivated to read. Words Liive (Washington, D.C.) makes it effortless for teachers to integrate music into lessons. The same principle applies to edtech companies.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 22, 2018

We wanted to flip the culture at our school. We had two objectives when we created our Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program and started using Hero: Motivate the students who weren’t following expectations. My favorite time to give points is while I’m walking around the classroom checking for understanding.

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Faculty Focus

JANUARY 9, 2024

” In many cases, what they’re feeling may not be necessarily bad, and providing this resource helps to improve their focus and motivation. How we deliver feedback makes an enormous difference to student motivation and how supported they feel by their instructors. After all, succeeding academically in college should take effort!

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Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

It is a nice balance of learning and pop-culture. Students will respond to different types of interactions and activities, such as: Guest speakers: Outside speakers can really resonate with students and motivate them on their own journeys. Guest speakers can be particularly effective with minority or under-represented students.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 1, 2016

Last school year, I made drastic changes in my classroom management system. To foster a culture of growth mindset, I combined both explicit and implicit teaching through literature, science and history—and list technologies that I’ve used to push growth mindset even further.

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Cal Matters

MAY 14, 2025

So when they experience success, it really motivates them to continue. All around the open-air campus, murals tell the story of the regions multi-cultural heritage, especially its Mexican and Chicano roots. That celebration of culture is a direct response to a history of adversity, Lamas said. Chaidez disagrees.

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Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

It is a nice balance of learning and pop-culture. Students will respond to different types of interactions and activities, such as: Guest speakers: Outside speakers can really resonate with students and motivate them on their own journeys. Guest speakers can be particularly effective with minority or under-represented students.

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Faculty Focus

MARCH 12, 2023

It is important to build this type of classroom environment so students can feel safe to respond freely and ask questions all throughout the semester (Ricevuto & McLaughlin, 2022), which of course, increases student engagement. and analyze what they see and state what they think they know about me.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 20, 2024

For example, I was definitely on the “Barbie” train after enjoying the cultural “femomenon” from Greta Gerwig last summer and decided to adopt that theme for my syllabus (and I had a blast doing it and carrying the theme throughout the whole semester).

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 20, 2024

For example, I was definitely on the “Barbie” train after enjoying the cultural “femomenon” from Greta Gerwig last summer and decided to adopt that theme for my syllabus (and I had a blast doing it and carrying the theme throughout the whole semester).

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Faculty Focus

MAY 13, 2025

Fatigue, economic precarity, mental health struggles, low motivation, and self-doubt also significantly influence students ability to engage with course content. One underutilized but powerful strategy for fostering classroom connection and motivation begins on the very first day of class. This distinction is crucial.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 11, 2018

According to Kamiko, “by offering points for exemplary grades, we not only motivate students to pass all of their classes, but we motivate them to excel.” They got to be part of their school’s culture.”. The school is even giving out extra Hero points for good grades with each A earning students 100 points.

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Faculty Focus

JANUARY 9, 2024

” In many cases, what they’re feeling may not be necessarily bad, and providing this resource helps to improve their focus and motivation. How we deliver feedback makes an enormous difference to student motivation and how supported they feel by their instructors. After all, succeeding academically in college should take effort!

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Faculty Focus

MAY 13, 2025

Fatigue, economic precarity, mental health struggles, low motivation, and self-doubt also significantly influence students ability to engage with course content. One underutilized but powerful strategy for fostering classroom connection and motivation begins on the very first day of class. This distinction is crucial.

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Syllabus Instructors Learning Confidentiality 98