eSchool News

AUGUST 7, 2024

In discussing ways to engage students in STEM, simulators and STEM Kits can significantly enhance student engagement and understanding by providing hands-on, immersive learning experiences that bring theoretical concepts to life. Google Arts and Culture offers over 1,600 experiments and counting.

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Edsurge

MAY 27, 2025

True leadership involves not only encouraging teachers to reconnect with their purpose but also ensuring that they are seen, heard and supported, writes Ryan Burns, an instructional coach and adjunct professor in Warwick, Rhode Island, and a 2024-2025 fellow of the EdSurge Voices of Change Writing Fellowship.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Steve Ventura,founder of Advanced Collaborative Solutions and author of “Engaged Instruction: Thriving Classrooms in the Age of Common Core,” discusses how teachers can grow through collaborative professional learning. Positive teacher well-being and school culture. Effective coaching. Watch here. Watch here. Watch here.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Playworks partners with elementary schools, districts, and community-based organizations to support every kid–and adult–through play through programmatic services, coaching, consultation, and resources. The national nonprofit works to ensure that play is an integral part of a kid’s day–in school and beyond.

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eSchool News

MARCH 18, 2024

As math educators, we can help those students by finding ways to relate their classroom learning to more recognizable cultural frames of reference that are authentic to the range of experiences in the room. In the process, math can actually become a universal thread to connect many types of content and learners.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Multi-sensory learning techniques, such as hands-on activities, visual aids, and interactive discussions, further enhance understanding and retention. To address this, AEF integrates executive functioning coaching into daily instruction. AEF takes a proactive approach to emotional support through its Get A Grip (GAG) program.

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 14, 2021

In the last year, I’ve encouraged school leaders, coaches, and teachers to consider using the 5Es instructional model to guide their work in PLCs. The PLC begins by engaging in a discussion or structured brainstorming session to identify areas of interest for this inquiry cycle. My rationale is two-fold.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 13, 2023

In this video , Hattie discusses collective teacher efficacy in greater depth. Administrators or coaches can pose the questions and have everyone do a five-minute quick write to collect their thoughts. Then these thoughts can be shared – and discussed – with the group. How do you learn best?

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 17, 2018

During the presentation, Rogers and Greenblatt discussed several keys to successful implementation of SEL and RP. By concentrating on relationships at all three levels, the overall school culture benefited. By concentrating on relationships at all three levels, the overall school culture benefited. Make time for SEL.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

Example: Two Teacher-Led Stations – One Differentiated, One Guided Reading and Discussion Reading Standard: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.3.2 3.2 – Recount stories, including fables, folktales, and myths from diverse cultures; determine the central message, lesson, or moral and explain how it is conveyed through key details in the text.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2023

Our discussions culminated in selecting specific challenges to explore in-depth, with the goal of prototyping solutions at the Learning Leaders Summit in Dubai. During our discussion, a crucial question was raised: “In terms of teacher training, should schools begin with UDL or blended learning?”

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eSchool News

JANUARY 17, 2024

Some experts believe this new technology can have a positive impact on teaching and learning, while others fret it may weaken the teaching of critical thinking and increase bias by spreading misinformation about different groups and cultures. Underlying the 5 steps below are 2 “secrets,” which will come as no surprise to today’s educators.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

After a decade in the classroom, this year I took a role in my district as an elementary and middle school math instructional coach. Additionally, the teachers in these classrooms have more of a role as coach, mentor, and guide than traditional “front of the room” practitioner. Fostering voice between students.

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eSchool News

MARCH 25, 2025

We standardized our use of instructional materials and implemented math and literacy coaches at every school. Our teacher retention rates have improved, students are engaged in learning, and lessons are more active and collaborative, with students leading much of the discussion in class.

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k12 Digest

APRIL 26, 2025

An AP curriculum challenges students to excel, and Harkness-style classes foster discussion and debate, giving students a voice in their learning. As dorm parents, coaches, and club advisors, teachers foster a culture of support and engagement that extends far beyond academics. Weekends are a thrill.

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eSchool News

JUNE 10, 2024

I recommend starting with a week of onboarding that includes an overview of your organization’s culture, how to build relationships and engage with students and parents online, and how to utilize the technology systems used to teach, monitor data, and communicate with families.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 17, 2019

For more traditional layouts—whether in rows or in the form of a semi-circle arrangement—past research suggests that students who sit toward the center tend to participate more in classroom discussions. But it is also important to create an environment where students can support each other.

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eSchool News

MAY 15, 2024

I am definitely one of those teachers who loves classroom discussion, so I didn’t have to change much to bring more of it into the classroom, but since I began using Kognity’s phenomena-based curricula, I’ve been able to adapt instruction to share more real-life examples and experiences. A culture of continuous learning Wendy W.

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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. Discussions on social media encompass a range of topics, from teaching styles and content comprehension to spaces for students to express themselves and share course insights.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Students go through a guided, asynchronous course experience, monitored by course coaches and student success champions, that is designed to move students through their coursework efficiently. Added unique benefits of Ancora High School are Course Coaches, Student Success Champions, and a student technology discount.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

Spend time after the debate discussing the issues raised by both groups.”. Scheffer, who is the mobile learning coach and instructional technology specialist for this district known for the one-to-one iPad program at its high school, has taught a high school elective course called Digital Literacy. Managing an online identity.

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Edsurge

JULY 25, 2022

This approach helps teachers reflect deeply and hold evidence-based discussions with coaches and colleagues. Individual coaching can be a great addition to a district’s PD plan, but this is a resource-intensive approach. New teachers get frequent support by sharing short videos with coaches through Teams by Swivl.

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Edsurge

JUNE 11, 2018

About a month ago, the class had a meeting to discuss bringing students’ lunch bags back to the room after lunch. Melissa Schlinger, the Vice President of Practice and Programs at CASEL , tells EdSurge that teachers holding themselves accountable, as Alston does in her classroom, is vital for building a positive, SEL-friendly school culture.

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Edsurge

APRIL 6, 2020

One-on-one coaching will continue over the phone, he explains, as we are still waiting for his mentee to call. But his focus these days is on keeping daily rhythm and rituals that allow for students to be in discussion and collaboration with each other, including regular communication protocols. Culture, structure, time and technology.

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Edsurge

MAY 5, 2023

We spent time discussing the progress of each of her children, sharing strategies and making connections with organizations in the community. This includes the academic achievement commonly referenced by “learning loss,” but reaches beyond it to institutional knowledge and school culture. That is not easily replaced.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 2, 2023

Teachers, parents, counselors, administrators, coaches, and other loved ones have faced an unprecedented challenge in this regard. Districts will see the value in data-driven instructional coaching. One practice that we will see gaining popularity is instructional coaching. — Russ Davis, Founder and CEO, SchoolStatus.

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Edsurge

JUNE 15, 2020

What if he could make a difference by ensuring that kids had reliable adults—parents, teachers, coaches—to count on? Today, he spends the bulk of his time teaching and supporting educators as a coach, speaker, author and senior fellow at the International Center for Leadership in Education (ICLE). That's exactly what's happened.

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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. Discussions on social media encompass a range of topics, from teaching styles and content comprehension to spaces for students to express themselves and share course insights.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 23, 2016

With intensive professional development, coaching, and training on research-based instructional strategies, the school is now showing increased combined VAM scores and overall academic growth. Read more. A small sphere rolls around a classroom, cycling through glowing colors, before crossing a finish line.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 15, 2020

The chime she rang to remind students to take a calm breath before focusing their attention signaled that this breathing practice had become embedded into classroom culture. For our first meeting,15 of us—including elementary and secondary teachers, learning coaches, specialists and our head of school—came together before the start of school.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

Vrain Valley School District, we will continue to provide our teachers with ample opportunities to collaborate, discuss, and share resources and strategies to enhance their understanding of AI and the potential benefits of AI tools. –David Baker, Professional Development Coordinator. Happy new school year!

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eSchool News

APRIL 16, 2019

Solution: With the help of our literacy coach and reading department chair Elizabeth Rivero, we developed a set of strategies for closing the gaps by targeting struggling readers through specialized instruction. Small group discussions are held regularly, giving students the opportunity to connect and collaborate with peers.

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eSchool News

MARCH 8, 2016

Knight sat down to discuss using video for instructional coaching. In February, Adam Geller, founder and CEO of Edthena, an online video coaching platform for classroom observation, sat down with author/researcher Jim Knight. He said that trust is usually an aspect of organizational culture rather than an individual matter.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 6, 2025

Podcast Episode Episode Description In this episode of The Balance, I sit down with Ruba Abi Saab, Instructional Coach and Teaching and Learning Coordinator at Al Rayan International School in Accra, Ghana. I’m now the Teaching & Learning Coordinator and coach at Al-Rayan International School in Accra, Ghana. Catlin: Nice.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

As an instructional coach, the most important role I have is as a listener. In my role as listener and coach I’ve heard what teachers need. Go beyond “checking-in” to building a culture of relational trust. In fact, educational leadership experts say that culture is always at play in a school’s success or failure.

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eSchool News

MARCH 18, 2025

” Instead, we advocate for a strength-based approach based on three essential questions: What can students do now? However, our research shows that successful collaboration requires more structured support.

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2024

Dr. Alex Marrero, Superintendent of Denver Public Schools discussed the community hubs initiative in Denver, aimed at leveling the playing field for students facing poverty. Bios: Vicki Davis is a 23-year classroom teacher, Instructional Tech Coach, and IT Director. Karen Cheser, Ed.D. , in sales management.

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