eSchool News

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Most academic interventions focus on core knowledge and basic skills: Lets practice two-digit addition. Learn these vocabulary words. These kinds of exercises can help students make marginal gains in reading, math, and general content knowledge, but they dont address the root of the problem: learning how to think and how to learn.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Our schools must not only impart knowledge to our students but also equip them with the creativity, empathy, and curiosity required to walk into an unpredictable, yet promising, future with unwavering confidence. Educators who understand their students can tailor their teaching to each individual’s learning style to accelerate academic gains.

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eSchool News

MAY 17, 2017

In essence, the use of Google in the classroom is true Googlification, or modeling learning off of Google’s own employee skillset, in that the use of Google and Chromebooks in the classroom aims to turn today’s students into creative and collaborative problem-solvers that know how to intuitively harness online and in-hand technologies.

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eSchool News

APRIL 2, 2018

Ubiquitous access to technology means that acquiring knowledge is no longer dependent solely on a classroom teacher. Google provides quick and easy access to information while YouTube provides on-demand how-to videos on just about any topic. Today’s students believe technology should be seamlessly connected to their academic experiences.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 25, 2015

Principal Chuck Gambrill and teacher April Dean worked throughout the summer to convert an old classroom into a collaborative learning environment, and they have added a suite of Samsung Galaxy tablets and iPads allowing students to download books from a virtual library.

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eSchool News

JULY 23, 2024

Materials While I tend to shy away from creating many worksheets for my students to complete, there are times when they have a worksheet, notetaker, and ditto of some sort that is used to show what knowledge they have gained. Creating these before in Word was somewhat limiting and tedious.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2024

Digital tools such as Khan Academy and Newsela analyze students’ progress, identify areas for improvement, and provide targeted resources and activities to support their learning journey.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Instead of defaulting to translations, it’s important to consider a range of scaffolding strategies that build both language and content knowledge. These approaches vary by subject area but are essential for integrating ELLs into the academic learning process. Effective scaffolds for ELLs by content area 1.

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eSchool News

MARCH 21, 2025

It provides learners with the opportunity to synthesize knowledge by exploring topics and ideas through multiple lenses. As they engage with the content from different perspectives, students will apply their learning in real-world contexts. These activities allow them to learn from each other and view different perspectives.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

By creating bridges between students’ knowledge and classroom content, educators who employ CRT practices aim to affirm identities and values. CRT refers to a student-centered approach that seeks to validate and affirm students’ diverse experiences and contributions.

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 4, 2024

How can we ensure that every student, regardless of their background or individual learning preferences, has the opportunity to connect with the material in a meaningful way? Meaning-making is how individuals interpret, understand, and integrate new information into their existing knowledge framework. What is meaning-making?

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

Teacher 2: Review and Targeted Support – Homework Review and Intervention Note: Teacher 2 reinforces and builds on prior knowledge by reviewing homework and providing targeted instruction, ensuring students understand the content before moving on to new material.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2021

It encourages classroom peer interaction, fostering collaboration and empowering students to become builders of knowledge. Active Learning Environments” cites research findings from Baylor University, the University of Utah, Seton Hall University and the University of Salford in the United Kingdom.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 3, 2023

The district highly values IXL Analytics because it provides educators with data that allows them to track student achievement across schools and identify any gaps in knowledge. More than 10,000 rigorous, mastery-based skills deeply engage students, build a strong foundation of knowledge and prepare learners for higher-level thinking.

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eSchool News

MAY 9, 2024

Providing professional development on cultural competence Effective professional development on cultural competence is essential for equipping educators with the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to engage effectively with diverse learners.

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eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2025

These platforms identify knowledge gaps as they emerge, allowing for timely interventions before misconceptions become entrenched. Blended learning approaches combine digital assessment tools with traditional classroom instruction, creating seamless transitions between online and in-person learning experiences.

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eSchool News

MAY 16, 2016

Unless educators understand and experience the power of using digital technologies for online collaboration in a local context first, it is likely that jumping head-first into global contexts — with its myriad challenges — will not be successful. Attributes of online global collaboration.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2025

Designing Collaborative Learning Experiences Interactive content creation transforms how students engage with course material in both environments. The resulting maps often reveal insights that surprise both me and my students, demonstrating how collaborative learning can deepen understanding regardless of the teaching modality.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 25, 2025

” –Albert Einstein Peer-to-peer learning–acquiring knowledge from a peer group–has become a popular strategy as teachers move from a teacher-lecturer education model to teacher-guide. Teaching forces you to clarify your thoughts, often revealing gaps in your knowledge.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Key points: Digital tools are powering a new era of K-12 learning Still, challenges remain–among them, equity and access Stay up to date on the latest trends about learning in the digital age In today’s digital age, learning has gone through a profound transformation, reshaping traditional educational models.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Several key areas highlight the transformative effects of technology on education: Access to Information: The internet has become a vast repository of information, providing students and educators with unprecedented access to a wealth of knowledge. This democratization of information has empowered people to learn independently.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 14, 2020

The DLC works in a variety of online and blended learning settings (e.g., The Evergreen Education Group manages the Collaborative. Learn more at [link]. mainstream classrooms, alternative education, online schools, credit recovery programs), and provides opportunities for educators, policymakers, and members of the media.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

One notable piece of K-12 tech innovation news is the integration of interactive devices and digital learning tools, transforming static learning spaces into dynamic, multimedia-rich environments. These devices and tools empower teachers to create engaging lessons, fostering a more interactive and collaborative learning experience.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 24, 2020

Whether teaching remotely or in the classroom, consider making time—and providing the right types of hands-on tools—for collaboration, learning and growing. We're all striving to get back to at least some version of in-person learning. Sarah Smith is a third grade teacher and curriculum developer in Denver Public Schools.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 4, 2016

“As Educators and students, we live in a world that is increasingly online, personalized and collaborative,” said Arthur Levine, President of the Woodrow Wilson Foundation and a former president and professor of education at Teachers College, Columbia University.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

This student-centered approach fosters curiosity, creativity, and deeper understanding of concepts as students take ownership of their learning journey. Additionally, collaborative learning promotes teamwork and peer interaction through group activities and discussions.

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 22, 2025

AI is so new that the landscape of our knowledge is changing constantly. Create Collaborative Learning Opportunities : Consider group projects where students can share their insights and strategies for incorporating AI.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Moreover, it plays a pivotal role in shaping collaborative learning environments. The role of AI extends to the development of adaptive assessments that evaluate not only factual knowledge but also critical thinking skills. Additionally, AI plays a role in collaborative learning environments.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

E-Books and Online Libraries in Modern College Education One of the most significant archives of human knowledge and learning’s quiet companions, libraries have made an undeniable impact. Reservoirs of Diverse Digital Information Online libraries ensure knowledge is accessible around the clock.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 11, 2025

Publishing and sharing student work creates a sense of community and enhances collaborative learning. By preparing them to discern reputable sources from biased or misleading content, students become not only consumers of knowledge but also critical thinkers capable of navigating the complexities of information on the internet.

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Edsurge

APRIL 7, 2019

Learning is the product of inputs from students and instructors. Learning happens as a result of interaction with course content—reflection, writing, dialogue, creation and collaboration. Learning can happen when students are alone, but often it occurs as a result of interactions between them.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 31, 2018

We are seeing schools and districts starting to be more creative and collaborative with PD, expanding beyond school-wide workshops to include professional learning that recognizes the existing competencies and knowledge base individual educators bring to their work.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

These assessments can evaluate not only factual knowledge but also critical thinking skills and problem-solving capabilities, offering a more comprehensive understanding of students’ abilities. AI-driven tools also contribute to the development of collaborative learning environments.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

At the TCEA Convention & Exposition, thousands of educators from various parts of the world get together to connect, gain knowledge, and improve their craft while becoming familiar with new advances in education technology. The event’s focus is not only on ed tech but also on good teaching, good learning, and good leadership with ed tech.

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eSchool News

APRIL 3, 2025

More focus on grades than learning When students are preoccupied with grades, they often lose sight of the learning process itself. The pressure to perform well on assessments can create a situation where the grade becomes more important than the actual knowledge being gained.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Students in the 21st century enter the classroom armed with a vast array of knowledge just a swipe away on various digital devices. These efforts resulted in a vast array of innovative teaching methodologies, yet many students need help to develop the necessary knowledge to succeed academically.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

This strategy promotes active participation, collaboration, and peer learning. Problem-Based Learning (PBL): PBL tasks students with solving real-world problems or case studies, requiring them to apply knowledge and critical thinking skills to develop solutions. It encourages inquiry, creativity, and independent learning.

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