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Combatting the Challenges of Whole Group Lessons with Blended Learning

Catlin Tucker

I ask them to brainstorm and discuss with colleagues the benefits and challenges of teaching using the whole group, teacher-led, teacher-paced model. For example, providing concept maps or graphic organizers, engaging learners in discussion (synchronous or asynchronous), or encouraging a reflective practice via a writing prompt.

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McGraw Hill Announces a Next Gen Update to Its Beloved Reading Mastery K–5 Instructional Solution

eSchool News

Learning science company McGraw Hill today announced the release of Reading Mastery Transformations , a long-awaited update to the beloved and effective English language arts solution for grades K–5, used in tens of thousands of classrooms across the country and trusted by educators for 65 years. ” . ”

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I’m a Gen Z teacher–schools rely too much on Chromebooks

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As the back-to-school season unfolded in New York, the city’s teachers set up their classrooms how they usually do: by putting up posters, reading through curriculums, sharpening pencils, and, for roughly a decade , charging Chromebooks. These lightweight laptops have become a staple of the post-COVID classroom, and for good reason.

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One word, meaningful impact: Creating classroom culture through collective dialogue

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Sometimes they will cold call students, while other times they will ask students to share what they learned after theyve had a chance to read the assigned material or discuss it with their classmates in groups. Multiple times in any class period, teachers call on students to contribute to the lesson of the day.

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3 Reasons Teachers Should Use the Playlist Model

Catlin Tucker

Reading Comprehension: Reading assignments, especially those involving complex texts, can take students varying amounts of time to understand and analyze. Students benefit from the freedom to read at their own pace, ensuring they fully comprehend the material before moving on.

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5 ways your classroom environment boosts student engagement

eSchool News

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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35 edtech innovations we saw at FETC 2023

eSchool News

Beanstack , an edtech platform that helps schools encourage kids to read through gamification, demonstrated the importance of engaging readers. Beanstack helps educators and librarians encourage reading by making it easy to create and promote reading challenges for their communities.