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.

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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 105

Collaborative Learning Education Learning Students 105

eSchool News

MAY 3, 2023

Unfamiliar with the challenges of integrating edtech into instruction within a remote environment, elementary science teachers struggled to apply best practices—such as three-dimensional instruction, collaborative learning, and hands-on experimentation—into instruction. More edtech is not the answer.

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Elementary School Elementary School Science Schools 344

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 1, 2020

When learning moves online, teachers have to think about their Google Classroom or the Learning Management System as their virtual classroom. The LMS becomes the space where we engage students in learning. Just as the physical classroom is not simply used to give students information or collect their work.

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 15, 2025

With the growing demand for contemporary online education, it is crucial to analyze instructional design – a systematic process that applies psychological principles of human learning to develop effective instructional solutions. Therefore, it is evident that online learning presents a unique set of challenges.

Student Engagement 106

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2021

Unfortunately, I worry that students internalize these moments and assume they are not good readers when they don’t understand a text. Their approach contrasts with classic reading comprehension questions, which students typically respond to after completing a reading assignment. Do they agree, disagree, or are they unsure?

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Activities Reading Learning Discussions 546

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 5, 2023

As teachers, we know that the physical environment of a classroom can have a significant impact on how students engage with the material and each other. From the color of the walls to the lighting and temperature, every aspect of the room can contribute to a student’s ability to feel comfortable and stay focused.

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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 245

Learning Styles Laboratory Learning Online Learning 245

eSchool News

JULY 25, 2022

As a fourth-grade English/language arts and social studies teacher in an elementary collaborative learning magnet program–which is also a NASA Explorer School–I get the challenge of unlocking the minds of 9- and 10-year-olds who are more at home in the STEM subjects than in exploring literature or our country’s history.

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Social Studies Study History English 322

Faculty Focus

APRIL 15, 2025

With the growing demand for contemporary online education, it is crucial to analyze instructional design – a systematic process that applies psychological principles of human learning to develop effective instructional solutions. Therefore, it is evident that online learning presents a unique set of challenges.

Student Engagement 82

Student Engagement Instructors Lecturing Students 82

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 30, 2017

From December 4th to 10th, educators and students around the world will be participating in the Hour of Code, an annual event that takes place during Computer Science Education Week, and is designed to demystify and engage educators and students in coding. What are some ways to get started with an Hour of Code?

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

PARAMUS, NEW JERSEY — Savvas Learning Company is excited to announce new and enhanced math and reading solutions that engage and inspire students to learn, while giving educators the evidence-based instructional resources they need to accelerate learning and help all students achieve. “At

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Achievement Math Reading Education 254

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.

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Academic Integrity Failure Students Culture 196

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

K-12 educators are increasingly turning to digital resources to enhance instruction and address student needs. K-12 educators are increasingly turning to digital resources to enhance instruction and address student needs. Teaching in a Digital Age: How Educators Use Technology to Improve Student Learning.

Textbooks 218

Textbooks Student Engagement Universal Design Study 218

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

It empowers teachers to facilitate collaborative learning. Every teacher and administrator I spoke with mentioned the idea that, in the ideal math classroom, the teacher sets clear expectations and acts as the facilitator while the students collaboratively engage in hands-on activities and games.

Math 282

Math Curriculum Education Classroom Management 282

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Key points: Harnessing the power of video games can foster a deeper, more meaningful educational experience 3 ways educators leverage gamification strategies The future of gamification For more news on gaming principles, visit eCN’s Teaching & Learning page Student engagement is vital for any educator throughout the length of a course.

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Gamification Achievement Quizzes Reading 329

eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2024

“Teachers also acknowledged the critical ability to personalize learning for each student and to accommodate diverse learning needs through technology.” “Teachers also acknowledged the critical ability to personalize learning for each student and to accommodate diverse learning needs through technology.”

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Technology Teachers Game-Based Learning Assignments 279

eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2021

Kristen Brittingham, the chief learning officer for Modern Teacher, have co-authored a white paper titled “Active Learning Environments Support Student Engagement, Collaboration, and Critical Thinking.”. When that happens, educators can help students reach new levels of engagement and academic achievement.”.

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Active Learning Activities Critical Thinking Teaching Methods 247

eSchool News

JULY 23, 2024

This has increased student engagement during whole group lessons. 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.

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Education Communication Grades Motivation 269

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.

Learning Styles 275

Learning Styles Intelligence Blended Learning Gamification 275

eSchool News

JANUARY 19, 2024

The new Esports solution is designed to enhance student engagement and build a sense of community, effectively tapping into the growing interest in gaming. This innovative strategy not only boosts enrollment figures but also fosters a dynamic learning environment, aligning education with evolving trends and student interests.

Critical Thinking 248

Critical Thinking STEM Curriculum Coaching 248

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.

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Interdisciplinary Critical Thinking Peer Review Discussions 228

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?

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Active Learning Activities Critical Thinking Quizzes 137

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 130

Learning Styles Learning Students Laboratory 130

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 230

Gamification Achievement Feedback Participation 230

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 122

Students Motivation Feedback Communication 122

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 282

Social Studies Study Ethics Intelligence 282

eSchool News

JULY 17, 2023

Charlotte, NC ) — To keep students engaged in learning while on summer break, Discovery Education and select partners have created free dynamic digital resources for students and caregivers to use at home. Students can take the learning further with 40 self-paced modules that turn what they learn into practice.

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STEM Education Art Learning 245

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 123

Attention Students Quizzes Interdisciplinary 123

EAB

MAY 23, 2023

Podcast New Student Engagement Data Reveals Surprises Episode 152. They also offer advice to community college leaders on ways to make measurable improvements in student retention and enrollment. EAB · New Student Engagement Data Reveal Surprises Transcript [music] 0:00:13.0 May 23, 2023.

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Student Engagement Students Syllabus Questions 52

eSchool News

APRIL 17, 2025

Lumio by SMART Technologies, a cloud-based learning platform that enhances engagement on student devices, recently announced a new feature for its Spark plan. Monster Quiz and Team Quiz : Game-based activities that foster collaboration and competition as students work in teams to answer questions on their devices.

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Multiple Choice Questions Quizzes Technology Teachers 191

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 111

Students Motivation Feedback Communication 111

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 15, 2015

Epson and Smart aim to bring collaborative learning solution to classrooms. Epson and Smart Technologies are now bundling Smart collaborative learning software with Epson BrightLink interactive projectors.

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Collaborative Learning Learning Outcomes Learning Spaces Interactive Learning 167

eSchool News

DECEMBER 31, 2018

. • In recent years, we’ve seen an increase in parental engagement that can be correlated to the implementation of digital platforms and applications. Student information systems and automated messages are what I consider to be the first stage in the evolution of parental engagement, or version 1.0. With the next stage, 2.0,

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Failure Learning Outcomes Communication Activities 280

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.

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Distance Learning Learning Learning Styles Hybrid Learning 216

eSchool News

APRIL 13, 2016

Benefits of smart school technology include increased student engagement, use of mobile learning, more personalized education, easier learning process for students, improved efficiency, better measurements of student success, and increased creativity.

Internet 189

Internet Schools Collaborative Learning Participation 189

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 111

Attention Students Quizzes Interdisciplinary 111