Edsurge

OCTOBER 12, 2021

But if you’re like me, your K-12 experience focused more on educational standards than creative exploration. Education is complicated. Schools and districts are tasked with many challenges—from classroom management and test scores to student safety and emotional well-being. Do they have a stake in their own learning?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Here are three key expectations that are redefining modern education: Interactive Learning : Students expect dynamic, interactive lessons that incorporate multimedia elements and real-time feedback. Flexibility : Many students prefer a hybrid model that combines online and in-person education.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 6, 2020

As author Brené Brown has said, referencing Theodore Roosevelt’s famous “ The Man in the Arena ” speech: “If you are not in the arena also getting your ass kicked, I’m not interested in your feedback.” Instead, my coach provided qualitative feedback and gave me time to revise my strategies based on her tips.

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Coaching Teachers Evaluation Feedback 218

EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

All too often, districts embark on large technology initiatives without establishing how it ties into the curriculum. IT administrators should tie technology initiatives to curriculum or instructional best practices, and be able to articulate why a purchase is being proposed and how it supports curriculum goals. by Kevin Dorsey.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 16, 2024

The ISTE Seal is awarded to educational technologies that excel in innovation, accessibility and enhancing student learning experiences. User-Friendly Interface for Educators: An intuitive, navigable user experience including instructional videos for educators and differentiation tools to simplify classroom management.

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Math Achievement Study Middle School 140

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

These relationships have not only provided practical guidance and feedback on my teaching but have also given me emotional support during difficult times. In contrast, during periods when I felt isolated from other educators, I considered leaving the school or even the profession altogether.

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Culture Motivation Classroom Management Teaching Assistants 202

Edsurge

JULY 10, 2024

Earlier this year, I was facilitating a series of three lessons about classroom management. Students learned to identify different behaviors , practiced creating a behavior management system and had an opportunity to give and receive feedback on implementing a behavior plan.

High School 209

High School High School Interdisciplinary Education 209

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key points: Technology plays a critical role in student success Technology has earned its place in classrooms Stay up to date on the latest in education technology Education technology is crucial in teaching and learning as it transforms traditional education into an engaging, interactive experience.

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Technology Teaching Learning Styles Learning 130

Edsurge

MAY 14, 2019

Now, she says students are becoming more reflective, she can provide tangible feedback—and her school is even saving money. We can view it multiple times and add markers for common feedback, peers or supervisors can review the video, and we can tie comments to a specific rubric. How Peer Feedback Makes A Difference In Your Classroom.

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Teachers Feedback Coaching Students 135

Edsurge

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Not so long ago, speakers at edtech conferences often quipped that if Ben Franklin were to visit our world today, the only place he would recognize is the public school classroom. While that old chestnut long held some truth, it ceased being applicable this past spring, when the “classroom” changed virtually overnight.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 14, 2017

Teachers we spoke with are using technology in a variety of ways: for professional development purposes; they are watching videos of high-quality instruction, recording classroom observations and receiving real-time feedback from coaches to seamlessly adjust their instruction.

Learning 148

Learning Feedback Communication Coaching 148

Edsurge

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Synchronous Online Learning Synchronous activities are the most effective way to incorporate interpersonal interactions into your online learning; educators know that investing heavily in student relationships yields strong academic returns and sets the stage for effective classroom management.

Lecturing 218

Lecturing Disabilities Learning Assignments 218

Edsurge

JANUARY 22, 2019

The most useful feedback, along with other benefits, will come from unstructured play and exploration. It’s easy to get off task, so objectives should be attainable and positive outcomes rewarded with feedback. Read more tips for classroom management and creating a positive classroom culture.

Teaching 167

Teaching Critical Thinking Essay Discussions 167

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 9, 2024

What’s striking is that when grounded in evidence-based teaching practices, effective courses foster a greater sense of belonging, increase student confidence in their ability to graduate, and create more opportunities for feedback and encouragement (Tyton Partners, 2023). But not just any feedback. American Psychological Association.

Course Design 128

Course Design Feedback Instructors Students 128

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Promotive interaction involves concept explanation, idea challenging, providing positive support and feedback, and, more importantly, the student’s involvement in the learning process (Raihan, 2014). Collaborative learning involves complex classroom management, which is different from traditional lecturing. 2017.7.4.885.

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Collaborative Learning Education Learning Students 113

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

AI-powered adaptive learning platforms analyze individual student strengths and weaknesses, tailoring educational content to meet specific needs. Intelligent tutoring systems offer real-time feedback and guidance, promoting a more interactive and effective learning environment.

Education 130

Education Ethics Gamification Learning Styles 130

Edsurge

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Throughout my experience as a middle school teacher, I struggled with my presence as an educator, shifting and changing with every new trend presented through PD and feedback given by well-meaning administrators.

Teachers 167

Teachers Middle School Middle School Learning 167

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Promotive interaction involves concept explanation, idea challenging, providing positive support and feedback, and, more importantly, the student’s involvement in the learning process (Raihan, 2014). Collaborative learning involves complex classroom management, which is different from traditional lecturing. 2017.7.4.885.

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Collaborative Learning Education Learning Students 103

Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 6, 2022

My rationale was that I provided feedback throughout the year on their work, and now it is time that they do likewise for me. Christian Miraglia is a recently retired 36-year educator and now Educational Technology Consultant at t4edtech where he also blogs at Edtech and Things Related.

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Evaluation Feedback Curriculum Assignments 155

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 9, 2024

What’s striking is that when grounded in evidence-based teaching practices, effective courses foster a greater sense of belonging, increase student confidence in their ability to graduate, and create more opportunities for feedback and encouragement (Tyton Partners, 2023). But not just any feedback. American Psychological Association.

Course Design 110

Course Design Feedback Instructors Students 110

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

Optimistic about the time-saving efficiencies new technologies are bringing to the classroom, we spoke to a few K-12 teachers about what they might do with a reclaimed ten minutes in their day. The Power of Great Feedback. Making Time for Teachers to Focus on What Matters in the Classroom.

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Teachers Learning Outcomes Intelligence Knowledge 142

Edsurge

AUGUST 9, 2023

Paraprofessionals — often called paras — play an integral role in classrooms. We help teachers with lessons and share feedback on what supports work best for the students we serve. Ultimately, we help make classrooms more inclusive. We support students by helping them meet their goals.

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Assignments Learning Disabilities Disabilities Fairness 137

Edsurge

MAY 19, 2017

Some popular options on needs assessments are classroom management, data aggregation, technology integration, cultural responsive pedagogy, or having teachers suggest their own needs. Personalized PD is all about knowing what your faculty needs and offering it to them in the format that’s best for them.

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Evaluation Feedback Classroom Management Culture 107

Whiteboard Blog

MARCH 18, 2024

Engagement : Incorporate technology into lessons to engage digital-native students. Versatility : Use QR codes for a variety of educational materials. Interactive Learning Experiences QR codes can turn a traditional classroom into an interactive learning environment by: Scavenger hunts : Create QR code-based learning activities.

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Quizzes Classroom Management Interactive Learning Language 52

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Herring is excited about simulation as a tool for training education students early in their college careers—because it allows them to “practice the work of teaching without doing any harm” to actual children, she says. People leave the job because the job is not possible to do well,” Gediman says. “At Why are they leaving?

Teachers 148

Teachers Coaching Special Education Teaching 148

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2017

He is one of the originators of the Massive Open Online Course, writes about online and networked learning, has authored learning management and content syndication software, and is the author of the widely read e-learning newsletter OLDaily. By Rebekah Ralph, LaGrange College Department of Education. Video Observation for Teacher PD.

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Lecturing Mobile Devices Middle School Middle School 279