eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Once simply a quiet space to check out books, libraries have evolved to provide students with a holistic and interactive learning experience. Traditional beige, rigid layouts with rows of bookshelves and tables have given way to open, adaptable spaces that accommodate group work, discussions and various learning activities.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 17, 2019

We brought in close-reading strategies, started an academic coaching program for teachers, and launched reading interventions and guided reading groups. Then we asked teachers to pilot various devices. Instead, we designed our own units of study and pulled in supplemental materials to align to our state’s standards.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

These devices and the included applications like Google Docs support collaborative learning. Using Chromebooks for interactive lessons and group work helps encourage problem-solving and teamwork in the classroom–skills students will be grateful to have in the future. million teachers, and 73.9 K-12 schools.

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Cult of Pedagogy

OCTOBER 1, 2023

It’s pretty well known in educational circles that cooperative learning is supported by research, but so many teachers still struggle with it, so when things don’t work well, they give it up. Here’s how it works: Students make “appointments” with different peers at specific times.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

This personalized approach ensures that each student receives the appropriate level of challenge and support, which helps address diverse learning needs. Third, technology improves collaboration among students. Overall, technology transforms the classroom into a more engaging, personalized, and collaborative learning environment.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

This access expands their learning beyond traditional textbooks. Moreover, technology enhances collaboration among students. Digital platforms facilitate group work, enabling students to communicate and share ideas seamlessly, whether in-person or remotely. Lastly, technology streamlines administrative tasks for teachers.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Guidebooks to structure group work. These active learning strategies can work in any course—for any major, in any discipline. JOIN THE CLUB: Educators interested in learning more about Faculty Club opportunities, or being featured in an interview, are invited to reach out to us at educators@coursehero.com.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Furthermore, collaboration and communication tools enable students to work together and communicate more effectively. Platforms like Google Classroom and Microsoft Teams support group projects, discussions, and peer feedback, fostering a collaborative learning environment.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

The integration of digital tools such as interactive software, cloud-based platforms, and adaptive learning systems has shifted traditional educational models towards more personalized, flexible, and engaging learning experiences. Moreover, edtech facilitates greater collaboration and communication.

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 11, 2022

In previous years these learning objectives were addressed via two 1,500-word essays within two of the themes (of their choice) with an expectation of deeper exploration of their chosen topics. In short, passion and commitment to learning emerge through a balance between teacher expectations and student concerns and ability.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2024

Breakout sessions allow for students to choose not only a topic they’d like to explore further, but also how they would like to explore it with a small group of their peers. Collaborative learning is something that many of us already utilize in our classrooms in the form of small group work.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2024

Breakout sessions allow for students to choose not only a topic they’d like to explore further, but also how they would like to explore it with a small group of their peers. Collaborative learning is something that many of us already utilize in our classrooms in the form of small group work.

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Teach Hub

JULY 3, 2024

This highly effective tool transforms classroom behavior and can be a fun and interactive strategy to incorporate into your daily classroom routine as a teacher. Encouraging Collaborative Learning Punch cards are a great tool to enhance peer collaboration and foster a sense of classroom community.

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k12 Online Schools

MAY 7, 2025

Learning Goes Where Students Already Are The average teenager spends over 3 hours per day on social media, according to Common Sense Media. Teachers are creating private Instagram accounts to post assignment reminders, memes related to class topics, or celebrate student achievements. Why fight it when you can guide it?

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

As we drove from Detroit to Lansing, we were struck by the number of billboards along the interstate recruiting for substitute teachers. Although this aggressive advertising campaign was surprising, another regional shortage of substitute teachers was not. Along with this trend, is a declining pool of available substitute teachers.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

New K–12 pedagogies that focus on collaborative work and learner-centered education require schools to redesign their classrooms with the aim of encouraging these new curricula. A flexible seating arrangement is a key part of this new, modern learning environment. Here’s how teachers can get started.

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Faculty Focus

MARCH 11, 2025

This innovative teaching environment blends engaged lectures with hands-on, collaborative activities, with the instructor as a facilitator. Collaborative Learning: Students work in small groups, promoting peer interaction and problem-solving, which supports non-majors who may feel less confident in their knowledge.

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Faculty Focus

MARCH 11, 2025

This innovative teaching environment blends engaged lectures with hands-on, collaborative activities, with the instructor as a facilitator. Collaborative Learning: Students work in small groups, promoting peer interaction and problem-solving, which supports non-majors who may feel less confident in their knowledge.

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