Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 17, 2022

Research suggests that when students are better able to make thoughtful and constructive decisions, this skill positively impacts: A student’s academic success. Classroom management, promoting positive behaviors and reducing unproductive behaviors. The quality of a person’s relationships with others.

Learning 370

Learning Syllabus Evaluation Discussions 370

Edsurge

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Schools and districts are tasked with many challenges—from classroom management and test scores to student safety and emotional well-being. GoGuardian’s research team recently conducted a survey of educators from 40 countries to gather insights about the instructional practices that drive student engagement.

Learning Outcomes 216

Learning Outcomes Beliefs Student Engagement Feedback 216

eSchool News

JULY 24, 2024

Tech and human oversight work together to protect and support students Since the first computers came onto the scene, teachers have worried about how much and what kind of digital content students engage with each day.

Evaluation 321

Evaluation Attention Classroom Management Discussions 321

Catlin Tucker

JULY 30, 2023

Blended learning seamlessly weaves together online and in-person learning experiences to boost student engagement and meet the unique needs of a diverse class by providing flexible pathways through learning experiences. The post 3 Pillars of High-quality Blended Learning appeared first on Dr. Catlin Tucker.

Blended Learning 229

Blended Learning Learning History English 229

eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Teachers in rural areas are exceptionally creative, working around limited library access, funding restrictions, and the ever-present battle with scaling best practices to support their students. Finding interesting resources goes a long way in boosting my students’ engagement with the material, better positioning them for lifelong success.

Students 339

Students History Essay High School 339

Edsurge

APRIL 9, 2019

For anyone involved in education, the importance of engagement is clear. And the need for both student engagement and buy-in cannot be overstated when it comes to device rollout. The more aligned students are with teachers, and the more aligned students are with one another, the more effective any implementation will be.

Gamification 165

Gamification Classroom Management Student Engagement Study 165

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. After completing all of the stations, we discussed each activity as a class.

Student Engagement 116

Student Engagement Activities Syllabus Instructors 116

Faculty Focus

JUNE 27, 2024

We aspire to get our students engaged because most of them don’t come to us that way. But how we can do that isn’t always clear, especially since no two students engage the same way. So, what does student engagement look like, then, and how can we measure and nurture it? All rights reserved. Fredricks, J.

Student Engagement 74

Student Engagement Students Participation Secondary Education 74

Catlin Tucker

MAY 7, 2023

After students have completed moving through the station rotation, I post these self-reflection questions for students to think about and discuss with a partner: On a scale of 1-5 (five being the highest), how well do you think the class did when moving from station to station? Explain why you gave this score.

Coaching 339

Coaching Blended Learning Assignments Middle School 339

Edsurge

JULY 10, 2024

As part of this program at Morris County Vocational School, in New Jersey, where I teach, students engage in research about key issues at our school and learn how to plan effective professional development to support the staff. In our CTE program, guest speakers can also expose students more directly to the industry they’re pursuing.

High School 209

High School High School Interdisciplinary Education 209

Edsurge

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Research studies don’t provide strong evidence that synchronous learning universally leads to better student engagement and learning outcomes than asynchronous learning or vice versa. This social-emotional investment is even more important now to support students coping with the emotional toll of the pandemic.

Lecturing 218

Lecturing Disabilities Assignments Learning 218

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. After completing all of the stations, we discussed each activity as a class.

Student Engagement 98

Student Engagement Activities Syllabus Instructors 98

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Moreover, virtual classrooms often utilize a variety of technological tools that enhance interactivity and collaboration. Platforms like Zoom or Google Classroom enable real-time discussions, while forums foster ongoing dialogue beyond scheduled sessions. Cost-effectiveness is another critical advantage.

Hybrid Learning 141

Hybrid Learning Learning Styles Study Critical Thinking 141

Faculty Focus

JUNE 27, 2024

We aspire to get our students engaged because most of them don’t come to us that way. But how we can do that isn’t always clear, especially since no two students engage the same way. So, what does student engagement look like, then, and how can we measure and nurture it? All rights reserved. Fredricks, J.

Student Engagement 59

Student Engagement Students Participation Secondary Education 59

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 26, 2015

Practical, evidence-based articles, tools, links, and discussion prompts delivered as part of monthly topic packs. Current topic packs include formative assessment, classroom management, and student engagement, and new packs will be added each month. The product features include.

Teachers 165

Teachers Mobile Devices Discussions Classroom Management 165

Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 3, 2024

It’s pretty ideal for brainstorming sessions and collaborative projects online featuring: Real-time collaboration Multimedia support Easy to embed and share Flipgrid A video discussion tool, Flipgrid encourages students to express their ideas and engage in discussion through short video exchanges.

Activities 159

Activities Quizzes Education Feedback 159

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

We felt strongly about introducing our students to technology in the classroom. And one tool helping him on this journey is GoGuardian’s classroom management software, which his district adopted in 2018 as part of their one-to-one initiative. The students feel like teachers are looking out for them.

Teachers 191

Teachers Students Special Education History 191

Faculty Focus

MARCH 9, 2023

Experiential learning, service-learning, and discussion-based interactive instruction are three methods that are grounded in student experiences which encourage them to become further engaged within their discipline while increasing their focus on the application of knowledge over recalling information.

Active Learning 138

Active Learning Activities Learning Students 138

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 11, 2025

The discussion begins with an introduction to Murrays extensive experience in education, focusing on technologys role in lesson delivery and integration into the curriculum. She talks about how to establish a foundation of digital citizenship by making students aware of online safety and etiquette from early grades.

Evaluation 144

Evaluation Discussions Knowledge Collaborative Learning 144

Faculty Focus

MAY 13, 2025

Research shows that initial class sessions are crucial for establishing trust, setting expectations, and capturing student interest (Curzan & Damour, 2000; Davis, 1993; Lucas, 2006; McKeachie, 2002) three elements essential to maintaining engagement across the semester. Avoid dominating discussions.

Syllabus 105

Syllabus Instructors Learning Discussions 105

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 13, 2015

They work in groups to learn the tool (using help files, how-to videos, and resources on the site), create a project using the tool (one that ties into something being discussed in class), and then teach classmates. Challenge students to notice similarities between their chosen tools and others that they know how to use.

Schools 130

Schools Discussions Writing Internet 130

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

For instance, staff-led discussions on respect led to collaborative art projects that have deepened student understanding of school values. Empowering staff to lead and innovate PBIS has strengthened staff morale by empowering our team to lead and innovate.

Culture 173

Culture Middle School Middle School Learning 173

Faculty Focus

MAY 13, 2025

Research shows that initial class sessions are crucial for establishing trust, setting expectations, and capturing student interest (Curzan & Damour, 2000; Davis, 1993; Lucas, 2006; McKeachie, 2002) three elements essential to maintaining engagement across the semester. Avoid dominating discussions.

Syllabus 98

Syllabus Instructors Learning Discussions 98

Priceless Ponderings

MAY 25, 2025

Your students are already learning about school rules and classroom procedures, so why not include science safety in the mix? When you approach your science safety lab rules like any other part of your classroom management plan, it becomes second nature to your students. A good rule of thumb: keep it simple.

Science 52

Science Activities Classroom Management Critical Thinking 52

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 18, 2024

Despite efforts to improve attendance, challenges persist, prompting renewed focus on student engagement and support strategies. School absenteeism has been one of the small but chronic problems in the past. Since the pandemic, it is so much more, to the point it is a front-of-mind issue that schools scramble to address.

Schools 159

Schools Curriculum Discussions Student Engagement 159

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 8, 2021

I chatted with my PLN, browsed forums where I knew efriends hung out, and taught a slew of online grad school classes to teachers who always are willing the discuss their newest favorite social studies tech tool. It clarifies history, helps students find related events, and is a visual representation of what happened. Timeline JS.

Social Studies 159

Social Studies Study Mobile Devices Art 159

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Technology benefits the classroom in several impactful ways, enhancing both teaching and learning experiences. How does technology help students learn? First, it increases student engagement. Interactive tools such as educational apps, videos, and digital simulations make lessons more dynamic and engaging.

Technology 130

Technology Textbooks Feedback Teaching Methods 130

Edsurge

APRIL 16, 2020

With OTIS for educators, you are paired with a PD Specialist who will conduct a needs assessment in order to identify instructional goals, inventory your current technology, discuss your initiatives and curate PD content that aligns with your objectives. Google Classroom and Meet for Remote Learning.

Culture 167

Culture Distance Learning Communication Lecturing 167

Faculty Focus

MARCH 9, 2023

Experiential learning, service-learning, and discussion-based interactive instruction are three methods that are grounded in student experiences which encourage them to become further engaged within their discipline while increasing their focus on the application of knowledge over recalling information.

Active Learning 98

Active Learning Activities Learning Students 98

Teach Hub

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Having two educators in the classroom means that all learner’s needs can be met, and these different approaches can be seamlessly integrated into the curriculum. Increased Engagement Having two teachers in the classroom can make lessons more engaging. It also allows for more creative and comprehensive lesson plans.

Teaching 119

Teaching Teaching Methods Learning Styles Culture 119

Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2023

Talk about their capacity to grow their competencies and how you have seen students of every ilk achieve great things in your time together. Encourage dialog among all students rather than asking discrete questions and hoping one or two students engage. When the path to success is clear, students engage and apply effort.

Beliefs 116

Beliefs Motivation Instructors Students 116

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 15, 2024

This paper will investigate some key principles and advantages of collaborative learning, explore some of the challenges, and discuss best practices for effectively implementing collaborative learning activities in the classroom. Students actively construct knowledge and learn from each other by working together in small groups.

Collaborative Learning 115

Collaborative Learning Education Learning Students 115

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 9, 2015

Here’s a downloadable free lesson plan on using Khan Academy in your classroom. Draw a student on the Smartscreen and have students add all the digital devices they use on a daily basis. Here’s how to play: Discuss the meaning of ‘digital’, ‘technology’, and similar concepts.

Knowledge 124

Knowledge Critical Thinking Art Questions 124

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 15, 2024

This paper will investigate some key principles and advantages of collaborative learning, explore some of the challenges, and discuss best practices for effectively implementing collaborative learning activities in the classroom. Students actively construct knowledge and learn from each other by working together in small groups.

Collaborative Learning 105

Collaborative Learning Education Learning Students 105

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Brookfield suggests using the appreciative pause at the end of whole class discussions, providing an opportunity for students to acknowledge each other’s contributions in terms of how those supported classmates’ learning. It has also helps in creating a greater sense of community in the classroom. Accessed on May 30, 2018.

Discussions 105

Discussions Student Engagement Accessibility Culture 105

Teach Hub

AUGUST 1, 2024

This system reduces the time spent searching for materials and helps students quickly locate and organize their work. Classroom Management Create a positive learning environment with these teacher hacks. Use this time to greet students, discuss the agenda of the day, and address any concerns.

Teachers 111

Teachers Assignments Schools Quizzes 111

Gaggle Speaks

MARCH 11, 2015

Engage the students as much as possible. In a blended learning model, the goal is to keep students engaged. Be creative with the ways you require students to engage with one another. Use discussion boards and group chats to diversify classroom discussions and presentations.

Blended Learning 73

Blended Learning Exams Learning Coaching 73