eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The survey of more than 1,100 educators from across North America highlights back-to-school excitement, challenges, student engagement, and technology usage. As educators welcome students back to their classrooms for the 2023-2024 school year, they are continuing to embrace education technology.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 5, 2021

I hope that a close examination of this approach to designing and facilitating lessons will motivate teachers to explore alternative models that free them from the front of the room. Blended Learning Benefit #1: Student Agency. What: Student agency is the students’ ability to make key decisions in the learning experience.

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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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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

What are disadvantages of classroom management? Poor classroom management examples can have detrimental effects on the learning environment and student outcomes. Furthermore, poor classroom management can contribute to a negative classroom climate characterized by tension, frustration, and disengagement.

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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

Complex Problem Solving: Tasks that involve higher-order thinking and problem-solving, such as math word problems, scientific experiments, or coding projects, often require different amounts of time for students to analyze, understand, and solve. This flexible approach helps to ensure that all students get what they need to be successful.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The 3 Best Strategies For Teachers To Keep Students Engaged Engaging students in the classroom is a key factor in successful teaching and learning. However, keeping students interested and involved in their education can be a big challenge.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

On the 10th Day of Edtech, our story focuses on student engagement. This means that educators can turn boredom to their advantage by tailoring their content to meet these student needs. This approach encourages critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration, as students are often working in groups and learning from each other.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2023

Many instructors have observed variability in students’ motivation to learn and grow. How can we, as educators, enable engagement, persistence, and improved performance in the classroom? In other words, can we foster greater motivation? When the path to success is clear, students engage and apply effort.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 9, 2024

Most educators will recognize the signs: students sleeping during class, students watching the clock, students daydreaming when they should be paying attention. This means that educators can turn boredom to their advantage by tailoring their content to meet these student needs.

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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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Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2023

Many instructors have observed variability in students’ motivation to learn and grow. How can we, as educators, enable engagement, persistence, and improved performance in the classroom? In other words, can we foster greater motivation? When the path to success is clear, students engage and apply effort.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

MAY 12, 2025

While administrators can do their part by implementing school-wide behavior management strategies, individual classroom management largely falls on teachers. Tackling classroom management can be overwhelming, so weve gathered 13 classroom management strategies to help and inspire you.

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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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eSchool News

JANUARY 26, 2024

Project-based learning is one of the most sensible solutions to the variety of needs teachers must try to meet for each student because it allows student autonomy and targets specific areas. But not all students do this, or at least, do it well. What class activities help you learn the most?

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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. References Bentrim, E.M. & & Henning, G.W. Harvard Business Publishing Education.

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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.

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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. This positively impacts their motivation to engage with tasks.

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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. References Bentrim, E.M. & & Henning, G.W. Harvard Business Publishing Education.

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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? Fredricks, J. Blumenfeld, P.

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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. Fully asynchronous online learning is probably best suited to adult learners who are motivated to apply what they learn to their work.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Acknowledging student achievements is at the heart of our program. Our Eagle Feathers reward system motivates students by providing tangible recognition for exhibiting Eagle PRIDE. Celebrating success through rewards and recognition PBIS should be a feel-good story for your school.

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Teach Hub

JUNE 7, 2024

Incorporating Canva into your planning process allows you to produce professional-quality materials quickly, reducing stress and enhancing student engagement. Enhances Classroom Management If you want to enhance your classroom management , Canva is a game-changer.

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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? Fredricks, J. Blumenfeld, P.

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Teach Hub

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Starting out, you’ll be hit with a ton of new information from learning to juggle classroom management to fostering a classroom community. Classroom Management and Student Engagement Set Clear Expectations Start by setting clear expectations; this is crucial. This might feel overwhelming.

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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.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Using technology in the classroom has numerous positive effects that enhance the educational experience. In looking at how technology helps in teaching and learning, it increases student engagement by making lessons interactive and enjoyable through multimedia presentations, educational games, and virtual simulations.

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 15, 2024

As students work together in a group context, they learn to accept different points of view, ask probing questions, and bargain to reach harmony. Additionally, collaborative learning can enhance student motivation and commitment. Students actively construct knowledge and learn from each other by working together in small groups.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 14, 2023

AI-powered quiz builders are revolutionizing modern classrooms, transforming traditional teaching methods into captivating, gamified learning adventures. Imagine a classroom where students are glued to their seats, laser-focused on interactive quiz games displayed on the smartboard.

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Faculty Focus

JANUARY 9, 2024

.” Based on the work of Hans Selye, a pioneering stress researcher, this gets students to identify and place their stress on a continuum from “good stress” to “distress.” Since mental well-being is foundational for effective learning (Seligman, 2012), it’s important to acknowledge when students aren’t doing well.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 13, 2025

Increasingly, instructors report difficulty maintaining students attention, citing ever-present distractions like smartphones, laptops, and a relentless stream of digital notifications. One underutilized but powerful strategy for fostering classroom connection and motivation begins on the very first day of class.

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 15, 2024

As students work together in a group context, they learn to accept different points of view, ask probing questions, and bargain to reach harmony. Additionally, collaborative learning can enhance student motivation and commitment. Students actively construct knowledge and learn from each other by working together in small groups.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 13, 2025

Increasingly, instructors report difficulty maintaining students attention, citing ever-present distractions like smartphones, laptops, and a relentless stream of digital notifications. One underutilized but powerful strategy for fostering classroom connection and motivation begins on the very first day of class.

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Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In response, universities have found success in decreasing anxiety through intervention programs to provide support for students who may struggle. Additionally, programs to increase student engagement on campuses are equally important as a sense of belonging may positively impact students’ mental health. Antúnez, Z.,

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Faculty Focus

JANUARY 9, 2024

.” Based on the work of Hans Selye, a pioneering stress researcher, this gets students to identify and place their stress on a continuum from “good stress” to “distress.” Since mental well-being is foundational for effective learning (Seligman, 2012), it’s important to acknowledge when students aren’t doing well.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 24, 2022

From there, she started including team-building projects as part of her social-emotional learning lessons and even asked students to use their creations in stop-motion videos to work on storytelling. Try it with a partner - Teachers should pair up when they bring LEGO Education solutions into their classrooms.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 13, 2015

You want to shake things up so students are excited and motivated and feel interested again. Provide some games, simulations, student presentations–whatever you don’t normally do in your classroom. Classroom management Lesson plans end of year' Everyone’s tired, including you.

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