k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Her career spans roles as an elementary teacher, instructional coach, mentor, special education administrator, and elementary school principal. By creating an emotionally safe and supportive learning environment, teachers help students build resilience, motivation, and a growth mindset. Lets examine a few examples from the research.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 22, 2020

To better support shared learning, I’ve partnered with Learning Innovation Catalyst (LINC) to offer learning modules through LINCspring , their online coaching and professional development platform.

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Blended Learning Metacognitive Skills Learning Coaching 363

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Giving regular feedback to roughly 100 middle and high schoolers has been my greatest challenge as an English and writing teacher, and it hit home for me sometime in 2013. My challenges with the feedback load were officially impacting my health and family life. Students were getting the feedback they needed faster.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 8, 2021

If our goal is to cultivate expert learners who are resourceful, strategic, and motivated, they need opportunities to drive their own learning. ” During a free-flow lesson, I used my teacher-led station to provide feedback on work-in-progress (e.g., 4 Hyperdoc Lesson + Teacher Time Coaching Station.

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Universal Design Blended Learning Learning Feedback 367

Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 11, 2020

In my latest book, Balance with Blended Learning , I write about strategies that turn everyday tasks, like giving feedback, assessing student work, and conferencing with students about progress into opportunities for connection. Conferencing sessions are one of the most effective strategies for connecting with learners in class or online.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 28, 2023

Additionally, using a digital format creates space for students to document their learning and for teachers to provide feedback. Teachers can also use the document or slide deck to provide feedback by commenting directly on the document or recording audio notes with Mote and attaching them to the document or slide deck.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 7, 2020

My doctoral research focused on the multidimensional motivational construct of teacher engagement in blended learning environments. Give focused, actionable feedback to support progress. I worry about the impact that this moment in education is having on teacher engagement. The scope of a playlist can vary dramatically.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

“As we talked with EmpowerU students, we realized how much they valued the daily support of their EmpowerU coach—and they wanted an integrated way to access their feedback and encouragement. Integrated communication tools create close collaboration between the school team and the EmpowerU coach. Our new platform does just that.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 29, 2021

When coaching teachers in a 1:1 environment where all students have devices, I encourage teachers to balance the online and offline learning activities to give students a much-needed break from the screen. Agency and autonomy can yield higher levels of motivation over time. Students can be grouped flexibly (e.g.,

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 14, 2021

The learning teams that enjoy high levels of autonomy and agency tend to be more motivated and engaged. 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. Evaluate: Assess the Effectiveness. What did they enjoy?

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Teachers Blended Learning Learning Evaluation 427

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 5, 2022

These can be taught individually (through coaching or mentoring), in small groups (of at least five), or as school PD. You will actively collaborate, share knowledge, provide constructive feedback to classmates, publish digitally, and differentiate for unique needs. Today: Classes. Some are for certificates; others for college credit.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

In high school, I competed in statewide competitions with the Business Professionals of America , a student organization focused on career and leadership development, through which I learned how to receive feedback and how to lose with grace and maintain pride. Competition can be thrilling and motivating to those who choose to engage.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 12, 2025

The more we design online learning experiences that give students agencyletting them decide what to explore, how to learn it, and how to demonstrate their understandingthe more meaningful and motivating that work becomes. Schools have invested heavily in Wi-Fi infrastructure, digital platforms, curriculum, and student devices.

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Technology Learning Coaching Feedback 277

eSchool News

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Thirty-three educators from across the United States (and two from abroad) met in Professional Learning Communities and received targeted feedback on their strategies from veteran instructional coaches. We’re excited about what these powerful instructional strategies can unlock for students,” said BetterLesson COO Erin Osborn.

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eSchool News

APRIL 8, 2021

are motivated to improve teaching and learning in new environments and adopt strategies that promote social justice,” said Matt Kennard, CEO of BetterLesson. Provo City School District , Utah — Improve literacy outcomes for students in K-3 through 1:1 coaching for teachers and leaders at four elementary schools.

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eSchool News

MARCH 24, 2023

Together we can provide the tools and training necessary to effectively manage the specific conversation with each student to motivate healthy behaviors.” Through practice and personalized feedback, users learn and assess their competency to lead similar real-life conversations.

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eSchool News

JULY 16, 2024

For example, to become better writers, readers, and critical thinkers, Quill.org offers low-income students an AI-powered literacy tutor that provides students real-time coaching and feedback on literacy activities that pair nonfiction reading with informational writing.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

From kindergarten through college, teachers know that writers need guided practice, substantive feedback, and opportunities for deep revision. From kindergarten through college, teachers know that writers need guided practice, substantive feedback, and opportunities for deep revision.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 10, 2024

This is tough news to swallow, but I’m choosing to view this as motivation. Recent national test scores found that our country’s eighth graders are still a full school year behind pre-COVID levels in their reading and math achievements. Teachers also observe and track the minute data of student reading skills that often go overlooked.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

On the flip side, others assert that ChatGPT is a major step toward equity that could democratize learning for all, providing equitable access to knowledge and personalized coaching and support that used to only be available to more wealthy and privileged students.

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Edsurge

JUNE 16, 2023

He has ChatGPT on his phone and his iPad, and our 45-minute conversation is peppered with references to Coursera’s newest personal learning assistant, “Coach.” Coach is going to be both reactive and proactive for learners. I’ve done courses before where there wasn’t much of a structure, and I wasn’t motivated to finish them.

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Edsurge

APRIL 27, 2020

It’s really hard to have a routine with changing expectations week by week,” said Angela Estrella, an instructional coach at the Stanford University Graduate School of Education. Plan Changes With Community Feedback As plans change, Estrella advises, “get feedback from students and families as you’re thinking about how you move forward.

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Learning Feedback Assignments Coaching 210

k12 Digest

MAY 14, 2025

Kim holds a Master’s in Educational Leadership, Bachelor’s Degrees in both Education and Social Science, and Diplomas in Teaching and Management, is an Independent Concept-Based Curriculum and Instruction Consultant, and a Cognitive Coach. In 2014, she published Re-thinking Leadership Development in Schools .

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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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Blended Learning Coaching Students Universal Design 195

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

A couple of weeks ago during a coaching session, a middle school teacher I work with described a fun math activity. They could prototype their designs and present them live to the class or as a submitted project for others to review, and then give each other feedback on their concepts.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Fully asynchronous online learning is probably best suited to adult learners who are motivated to apply what they learn to their work. Likewise, the community developed in the synchronous environment can help students feel more motivated when they work on their own; for example, creating a presentation they will share with peers.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Interestingly, before this point, Jeslyn and her peers had always needed my guidance on these kinds of projects; all of a sudden, they were working bell-to-bell, motivated by their passion for the issue. Lecturing and quizzing on content is more efficient than coaching and mentoring groups of students through real-world problems.

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eSchool News

JUNE 28, 2016

Discovery Education’s Math Techbook offers a digital coach to help students work through the Techbook’s practice section. Students receive targeted feedback if they don’t solve a problem correctly. Socrative is an instant response tool designed for the K-12 environment.

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Multiple Choice Questions Exams Coaching Motivation 189

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Feedback from experts and peers is essential for an active and practice-rich professional learning model. Finally, we provide bite-sized practice opportunities in the classroom, enhanced by on-the-ground instructional technology coaching. This adds motivation and enables real-time feedback for reflection and skill improvement.

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Learning Coaching Feedback Distance Learning 191

k12 Digest

APRIL 26, 2025

As dorm parents, coaches, and club advisors, teachers foster a culture of support and engagement that extends far beyond academics. This experience provides personalized feedback, encouragement, and motivation to keep pushing forward. Another unique Kiski tradition is the personal meetings with the Head of School.

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eSchool News

JUNE 15, 2016

A team of researchers studied 280 New York City Middle School students, 17 teachers and five coaches from New York City’s Middle School Quality Initiative (MSQI) over seven weeks who participated in LightSail’s SummerSail program. As teacher feedback on student annotations increased, so did the amount of minutes students read on the platform.

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Study Middle School Middle School Feedback 174

eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

To support their professional growth, teachers will also have continued access to the AI Coach platform , which enables them to watch and reflect on videos of their classroom instruction, set professional goals, and receive personalized observation tips, coaching, and resources from a virtual, computerized AI coach.

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Schools Coaching STEM Evaluation 337

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

These teacher-to-teacher relationships—through mentorship, collegial support, and friendship—have kept me grounded and motivated. These relationships have not only provided practical guidance and feedback on my teaching but have also given me emotional support during difficult times.

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Culture Motivation Classroom Management Teaching Assistants 201

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 18, 2024

Engage students in discussions to gather their interests and perspectives to ensure the cause chosen excites and motivates them. Establish committees or groups consisting of students, parents, and community leaders to gather continuous feedback and support. Encourage open and honest feedback to gather insights for improvements.

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STEM Curriculum Critical Thinking Motivation 167

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 28, 2019

These can be taught individually (through coaching or mentoring), in small groups (of at least five), or as school PD. You will actively collaborate, share knowledge, provide constructive feedback to classmates, publish digitally, and differentiate for unique needs. Today: Classes.

Coaching 83

Coaching Authentic Assessment Writing Participation 83

Cult of Pedagogy

MAY 11, 2025

Is someone coaching you or advising you? The Motive It is unknown whether Ruiz intended to cheat in New York or if the opportunity merely presented itself and she took it. Affirm and provide feedback on (but dont grade) baseline evidence so students know that you are aware of and accept their starting point. What are they?

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Academic Integrity Learning Assignments Feedback 88

Edsurge

DECEMBER 20, 2023

They found [AI-assisted text generators] could give inspiration and ideas and motivate them to write. Taylor: The head coach and I were familiar with Homecourt. The AI tool is a basketball coaching tool showing the shot angle. It can look at footwork and dribbling to provide feedback.

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Education Learning Intelligence Coaching 189