Collaborative Learning, Feedback and Students

Bridging the Gap: Active Learning Strategies for Traditional and Online Classrooms

Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2025

I was watching as a few of my students took notes while the remaining students sat passively, perhaps hoping my animated gestures and pacing would somehow osmotically transfer my explanation of classical conditioning into their brains. Yet simply abandoning these proven engagement strategies isn’t the answer.

Active Learning

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Integrating Systems Thinking to Enhance Liberal Arts Curriculum through Learner-Centered Teaching

Faculty Focus

JUNE 22, 2025

Systems Thinking Principles and Framework for Liberal Arts Curriculum and Interdisciplinary Learning Systems thinking is a powerful tool for promoting students’ holistic thinking, interdisciplinary learning, critical and creative thinking skills for problem solving (Meadows, 2008; Richmond, 1994, 2000).

Art

Art Curriculum Interdisciplinary Teaching

Integrating Systems Thinking to Enhance Liberal Arts Curriculum through Learner-Centered Teaching

Faculty Focus

JUNE 22, 2025

Systems Thinking Principles and Framework for Liberal Arts Curriculum and Interdisciplinary Learning Systems thinking is a powerful tool for promoting students’ holistic thinking, interdisciplinary learning, critical and creative thinking skills for problem solving (Meadows, 2008; Richmond, 1994, 2000).

Art

Art Curriculum Interdisciplinary Teaching

9 ways collaborative learning benefits teachers and students

eSchool News

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Editor’s note : This story on collaborative learning originally appeared on CoSN’s blog and is reposted here with permission. And those benefits are even greater when educators and students learn together, especially as we navigate new tech enablers like AI apps and tools. Most of the time, this is not true.

Collaborative Learning

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Motivating students using the Self-Determination Theory

eSchool News

APRIL 17, 2024

Key points: Motivating students requires collective action and systemic change Science-backed scalable tools improve student mental health Student mental health is still suffering–how should we address it? Students are increasingly disillusioned by a system where effort seemingly yields little reward.

Motivation

Motivation Students Science Feedback

Using Collaborative Learning to Elevate Students’ Educational Experiences

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Collaborative learning is an educational environment where students work together in smaller groups to achieve a common goal. Collaborative learning is analogous to the traditional learning model, in which teachers impact knowledge on students.

Collaborative Learning

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Using Collaborative Learning to Elevate Students’ Educational Experiences

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Collaborative learning is an educational environment where students work together in smaller groups to achieve a common goal. Collaborative learning is analogous to the traditional learning model, in which teachers impact knowledge on students.

Collaborative Learning

Collaborative Learning Education Learning Students

Understanding cognitive development in students via Piaget’s Theory

eSchool News

AUGUST 13, 2024

experiments, manipulatives, and real-world problem-solving tasks) require logical thinking and reasoning, which helps students grasp complex concepts. Group work fosters collaborative learning through projects and discussions, thereby encouraging students to consider different viewpoints and ideas.

Cognitive Development

Cognitive Development Students Secondary Education Assignments

Five Ways to Make Peer Feedback Effective In Your Classroom

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

Three years ago I was teaching a graduate computer science course with 20 students. When students weren’t solving assignments or giving presentations, I was able to spend my time interacting with them one-on-one. Next year my course—using the same curriculum—had 150 students sign up! Use a Feedback Rubric.

Feedback

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Teknikio Releases Tekniverse for K-12 Students to Collaborate in Building Remote or In-Person

eSchool News

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Teknikio has released a new collaborative learning kit called Tekniverse, which gives students the ability to make and remake connected smart objects in partnership with their classmates and teacher. It was designed for remote-learning, digital justice, and open-ended exploration. About Teknkio.

Students

Students Internet Feedback Testing

Do Students Learn Better Online or in a Classroom: Statistics

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Do students learn better online or in a classroom: statistics help shed light. The success rate of online learning versus traditional classroom learning is a topic of ongoing research, with various studies examining factors such as academic achievement, retention rates, and student satisfaction.

Learning Styles

Learning Styles Laboratory Learning Online Learning

Tips for Supporting Students With Special Needs Using Technology

Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

As you prepare for the holiday break and then a new year, it’s a great time to think about resources available in your classes for students with special needs. To effectively support these students, you can start by understanding each student’s unique challenges and strengths.

Technology

Technology Assistive Technology Learning Styles Students

Understanding why students cheat and use AI: Insights for meaningful assessments

eSchool News

APRIL 3, 2025

Students, especially in the middle and high school years, have more opportunities than ever to cheat using AI tools, such as writing assistants or even text generators. While AI itself isnt inherently problematic, its use in cheating can hinder students’ learning and development.

Academic Integrity

Academic Integrity Failure Students Culture

Creating Inclusive Classrooms with Co-Teaching and the Station Rotation

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

In today’s educational landscape, the emphasis on inclusion and creating the least restrictive environments for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) has significantly reshaped classroom dynamics. Students are grouped based on their skill or ability levels and rotate through all the stations.

Teaching

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5 ways to create an inviting, engaging multipurpose learning space

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

We wanted students to be able to stand or sit at different heights. We have two study carousels, which are one-person units where a student can sit and have a quiet space. Our new space was available for use for the 2023-24 school year, and we’ve received a lot of positive feedback on it so far.

Learning Spaces

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4 Practices for Innovative School Leaders

eSchool News

AUGUST 24, 2022

Dylan Arena, VP of Learning Science on my team, recently wrote an op-ed on the evolution of the term where he asserts that a modern understanding of personalized learning requires us to know more about our students and use carefully designed technology to accommodate a wide range of student needs from a holistic lens.

Schools

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IXL and Fayette County Public Schools Partner to Boost Academic Achievement and Personalize Learning for All Students

eSchool News

AUGUST 3, 2023

LEXINGTON, Kentucky — IXL , the personalized learning platform used by more than 14 million students, has announced a new partnership with Fayette County Public Schools (FCPS) in Kentucky. IXL is used by nearly 40 percent of all K-12 students in Kentucky, accounting for more than 283,000 learners.

Achievement

Achievement English Math Art

5 math curriculum insights from educators

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Instead of asking for the usual feedback on curriculum, I posed a different question. It empowers teachers to facilitate collaborative learning. You see this ideal at work when students go to college and suddenly enjoy learning more, because college classrooms are more likely to be collaborative environments.

Math

Math Curriculum Education Classroom Management

5 practical ways to support English learners in the classroom

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

However, learning a new language can be a long, difficult process that requires courage, resilience and trust from students who initially might feel vulnerable and out of place. The first step requires developing a more comprehensive linguistic profile of students. Take advantage of native language skills as a bridge to English.

English

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Leveraging edtech for differentiated instruction

eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2025

Technology offers practical solutions for this age-old challenge, enabling teachers to create flexible learning environments that adapt to individual student requirements. Students arrive in classrooms with different backgrounds, abilities, interests, and ways of learning.

Gamification

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How to incorporate real-world connections into any subject area

eSchool News

MARCH 21, 2025

By incorporating real-world experiences and addressing problems, I aim to engage students and encourage them to devise solutions to these challenges. As students investigate everyday items, I emphasize that most of these products originate from nature at some point, prompting a discussion on the true cost of these goods.

Interdisciplinary

Interdisciplinary Critical Thinking Peer Review Discussions

How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2024

From interactive simulations to online databases of primary sources, these tools offer educators a wide array of resources to enrich their curriculum and foster student learning.

Social Studies

Social Studies Study Ethics Intelligence

Four Powerful Practices to Promote Student Success

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 9, 2025

Student success is teacher success. When our students overcome obstacles in their learning due to our support and encouragement, or experience transformations from our well-constructed course design and subsequent instruction, we succeed in cultivating spaces where their success is made possible.

Students

Students Motivation Feedback Communication

Active Learning Strategies for Students

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

By encouraging participation, collaboration, and critical thinking during classroom learning, active learning strategies for students promote student-centered learning environments that enhance academic outcomes and cultivate lifelong learning skills. What are the 6 learning strategies for students?

Active Learning

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Do Students Learn Better In-Person or Online?

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: There is a fierce debate around online learning vs. classroom learning Discover online learning vs. classroom learning research Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends Determining whether students learn better with in-person classroom learning or online is a multifaceted question.

Learning Styles

Learning Styles Learning Students Laboratory

Students Today Are Learning All The Time. Can Schools Keep Up?

Edsurge

JANUARY 28, 2020

Not so long ago, students did most of their learning at school, and maybe while doing homework or during trips to the museum. Now, learning—like the internet—is everywhere thanks to the ubiquity of smartphones and chromebooks. For students today, learning is a 24/7 enterprise. The parents told us that their No.

Learning

Learning Schools Students Internet

How school leaders can foster a culturally responsive framework

eSchool News

MAY 9, 2024

This framework acknowledges and values the cultural backgrounds, identities, and experiences of all students, creating an inclusive environment where every learner can thrive. By prioritizing cultural responsiveness, school leaders can foster a sense of belonging and empowerment among students, teachers, and the broader school community.

Culture

Culture Schools Cognitive Development Classroom Management

There’s Magic in That Sound: How to Engage Students With Digital Music-Making Tools

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

One of my challenges as a music teacher is finding learning tools that inspire and motivate my students and engage them musically, regardless of their individual abilities. Then, by sharing their music online and enlisting feedback, they connect with their peers in a meaningful way. I use Soundtrap’s online recording studio.

Mobile Devices

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Warm-ups–Watch the video

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 3, 2024

It is now available for free, here on Ask a Tech Teacher: –summarized by NoteGPT Highlights Engaging with technology enhances student learning and excitement. Class warm-ups help transition students into learning mode efficiently. Student independence during warm-ups allows teachers to manage other tasks.

Gamification

Gamification Feedback Critical Thinking Intelligence

Learning.com Includes Essential Skills for Remote Learning in EasyTech

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

To prepare students for success in a remote learning environment, Learning.com is adding remote learning lessons to its EasyTech content library. Based on real-life applications and digital tools, lessons in Essential Skills for Remote Learning guide students through technical concepts in a fun, game-based environment.

Skills

Skills Quizzes Learning Ethics

Four Powerful Practices to Promote Student Success

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 9, 2025

Student success is teacher success. When our students overcome obstacles in their learning due to our support and encouragement, or experience transformations from our well-constructed course design and subsequent instruction, we succeed in cultivating spaces where their success is made possible.

Students

Students Motivation Feedback Communication

4 Ways to Enhance Human Interaction in Socially-Distanced Learning

Edsurge

AUGUST 24, 2020

Now, we face the daunting task of overhauling educational experiences to help our students thrive and grow. Whether teaching remotely or in the classroom, consider making time—and providing the right types of hands-on tools—for collaboration, learning and growing. 1: Don't rely on technology alone to reach students.

Distance Learning

Distance Learning Learning Learning Styles Hybrid Learning

How to Change the Dynamics of Peer-to-peer Learning

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 25, 2025

As a pedagogical strategy, it can be effective in reinforcing critical thinking, cooperation, creativity, and problem solving–traits that are difficult to teach but essential for students who want to become productive, happy adults. P articipants exchange ideas, explain concepts, ask questions, and provide feedback.

Feedback

Feedback Instructors Learning Critical Thinking

Six Powerful Ways to Cultivate Student Attention and Promote Student Success

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

I always imagined that as my experience with teaching grew, I would be able to better motivate students and help focus my students. It turns out that with each passing year, I’m finding it increasingly difficult to capture and hold a student’s attention and focus during my lessons. 2020, Orhan and Beyhan, 2020).

Attention

Attention Students Quizzes Interdisciplinary

Examples of Technologies that Improve Student Learning

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

From interactive applications to collaborative online platforms, a diverse array of technologies is contributing to more engaging, personalized, and efficient learning environments. These tools not only cater to diverse learning styles but also empower students to explore, create, and collaborate in unprecedented ways.

Technology

Technology Learning Styles Learning Students

The Impact of Technology on Education

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In recent years, K-12 tech innovation news has made it clear that educational technology has become an integral part of classrooms, influencing teaching methodologies, student interactions, and the overall educational landscape. How technology has impacted students’ education Technology has had a transformative impact on K-12 education.

Technology

Technology Education Textbooks Learning Styles

How Writing Can Help Close the Achievement Gap: An Interview with Turnitin’s Elijah Mayfield

Edsurge

JANUARY 23, 2017

He also spent time consulting for high profile companies like CTB McGraw-Hill and College Board, which wanted to learn more about student writing. In 2014, Turnitin acquired LightSide with a mandate to help shift Turnitin’s focus from academic integrity tools to those that emphasize student writing. EdSurge: Why do you do this?

Achievement

Achievement Writing Essay Languages

Six Powerful Ways to Cultivate Student Attention and Promote Student Success

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

I always imagined that as my experience with teaching grew, I would be able to better motivate students and help focus my students. It turns out that with each passing year, I’m finding it increasingly difficult to capture and hold a student’s attention and focus during my lessons. 2020, Orhan and Beyhan, 2020).

Attention

Attention Students Quizzes Interdisciplinary

How Does Technology Improve Efficiency in the Classroom?

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key points: Technology can be a boon for classroom processes Education technology boosts student learning Stay up to date on the latest in education technology Educational technology improves efficiency in the classroom by streamlining administrative tasks, facilitating real-time assessments, and automating grading. Let’s find out.

Technology

Technology Textbooks Feedback Teaching Methods

A Recipe for Student Success

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 20, 2023

The following list of ingredients will hopefully provide valuable insights and practical tips to help students thrive in the college classroom and unlock the umami flavor of success. Clear goals and objectives Success in the college classroom requires that students understand the goals and objectives of the course.

Failure

Failure Students Lecturing Feedback

Ghost Students: The Rise of Bots in Online Education

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Chatbots are increasingly common in customer service, healthcare, and education; however, in education, chatbots have been used to generate false or misleading information called “hallucinations” and create fake students. Community college chatbots need to understand a wide range of academic subjects, courses, and student queries.

Academic Integrity

Academic Integrity Education Plagiarism Students

9 Insights For Educators We Learned On A Zoom Call — With Zoom

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

The concept has become especially embedded in education, ever since schools and universities closed this spring and the video call service became the lifeline tethering students to instructors. Here’s what we learned. Zoom is adapting in response to feedback from students and educators. But Zoom has held on.

Education

Education Instructors Learning Communication

A Recipe for Student Success

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 20, 2023

The following list of ingredients will hopefully provide valuable insights and practical tips to help students thrive in the college classroom and unlock the umami flavor of success. Clear goals and objectives Success in the college classroom requires that students understand the goals and objectives of the course.

Failure

Failure Students Lecturing Feedback

Edthena Introduces VC3, the Next Evolution of Video Coaching for Educators

eSchool News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

“With VC3, educators can more effectively reflect on their practice and access the high-quality coaching needed to ensure their success—and, ultimately, the success of their students—in the classroom.” This is where educators add timestamped feedback to videos of classroom teaching. To learn more about VC3, visit [link].

Coaching

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Bridging the Gap: Active Learning Strategies for Traditional and Online Classrooms

Integrating Systems Thinking to Enhance Liberal Arts Curriculum through Learner-Centered Teaching

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Integrating Systems Thinking to Enhance Liberal Arts Curriculum through Learner-Centered Teaching

9 ways collaborative learning benefits teachers and students

Motivating students using the Self-Determination Theory

Using Collaborative Learning to Elevate Students’ Educational Experiences

Using Collaborative Learning to Elevate Students’ Educational Experiences

Understanding cognitive development in students via Piaget’s Theory

Five Ways to Make Peer Feedback Effective In Your Classroom

Teknikio Releases Tekniverse for K-12 Students to Collaborate in Building Remote or In-Person

Do Students Learn Better Online or in a Classroom: Statistics

Tips for Supporting Students With Special Needs Using Technology

Understanding why students cheat and use AI: Insights for meaningful assessments

Creating Inclusive Classrooms with Co-Teaching and the Station Rotation

5 ways to create an inviting, engaging multipurpose learning space

4 Practices for Innovative School Leaders

IXL and Fayette County Public Schools Partner to Boost Academic Achievement and Personalize Learning for All Students

5 math curriculum insights from educators

5 practical ways to support English learners in the classroom

Leveraging edtech for differentiated instruction

How to incorporate real-world connections into any subject area

How digital tools and AI can enhance social studies

Four Powerful Practices to Promote Student Success

Active Learning Strategies for Students

Do Students Learn Better In-Person or Online?

Students Today Are Learning All The Time. Can Schools Keep Up?

How school leaders can foster a culturally responsive framework

There’s Magic in That Sound: How to Engage Students With Digital Music-Making Tools

Warm-ups–Watch the video

Learning.com Includes Essential Skills for Remote Learning in EasyTech

Four Powerful Practices to Promote Student Success

4 Ways to Enhance Human Interaction in Socially-Distanced Learning

How to Change the Dynamics of Peer-to-peer Learning

Six Powerful Ways to Cultivate Student Attention and Promote Student Success

Examples of Technologies that Improve Student Learning

The Impact of Technology on Education

How Writing Can Help Close the Achievement Gap: An Interview with Turnitin’s Elijah Mayfield

Six Powerful Ways to Cultivate Student Attention and Promote Student Success

How Does Technology Improve Efficiency in the Classroom?

A Recipe for Student Success

Ghost Students: The Rise of Bots in Online Education

9 Insights For Educators We Learned On A Zoom Call — With Zoom

A Recipe for Student Success

Edthena Introduces VC3, the Next Evolution of Video Coaching for Educators

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