eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2025

I’ll share how I used AI to teach, what I didn’t use, how quickly I rolled it out, and tips for success. AI Trust You- Building a Culture of Trust and Learning with AI : Discover how LBUSD empowers educators through thoughtful AI integration. What should we use?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 11, 2025

Here’s the sign-up link if the image above doesn’t work: [link] “The content presented in this blog are the result of creative imagination and not intended for use, reproduction, or incorporation into any artificial intelligence training or machine learning systems without prior written consent from the author.”

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 22, 2025

Since the public release of ChatGPT in December 2022, educators have faced the challenge of effectively integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into their teaching. Create Collaborative Learning Opportunities : Consider group projects where students can share their insights and strategies for incorporating AI. Teach With It.

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2025

Dr. Shippee’s session, “Education 2059,” explores what teaching and learning could look like 35 years from now across classrooms, institutions and the broader workforce.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 16, 2025

Flexible Seating Choice Charts – Editable by Shannon Maree Teaching Grades: 2nd-5th Have your students use these easy clip choice charts for smart decisions without the arguing. Pros: With this arrangement, you can save space in your classroom, and your students can easily turn to their rowmates for small group learning moments.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 15, 2025

Use a spectroscope to see the world through new eyes If you’ve always wanted to teach a light engineering lab but couldn’t afford a class set of spectroscopes, you’re in luck! Use these easy STEM projects for kids that foster friendly competition and collaborative learning in a free class period or sub day.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

When we built a new 3-story high school building on our former baseball field, we knew that we wanted to incorporate spaces where students could learn and teachers could teach in a very collaborative manner. Those are our collaborative spaces, and they’re where we got to be creative in terms of planning and design.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 1, 2020

As teachers embrace their new roles as designers, instructors, and facilitators of online learning, many are grappling the details associated with teaching remotely. Below are five lessons I learned as an online professor that helped me to adapt to and navigate the challenge of teaching online. #1

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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. Some of the advantages can be: Enhanced Learning: There are many educational technologies available including online courses, simulations, virtual reality, and gamification.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 6, 2015

at no charge, the 36-page guide includes “7 Tips to Your Collaborative Classroom Makeover,” which discusses how teachers can arrange their classroom to promote more collaborative learning. Collaborative learning is the ‘new normal’ in K-12 pedagogy, and it’s too important to students’ success to risk leaving anyone behind.”.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

While not calling for a return to those rigid structures, in their edWebinar “ Flexible Grouping and Collaborative Learning: Making It Work ,” Dina Brulles, Ph.D., both education consultants, advocated for using groups to assist student learning. and Karen L. Brown, M.Ed.,

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

This shift has led to the growing adoption of co-teaching models, where general and special education teachers collaborate to meet the diverse needs of their students. First, let’s explore the benefits of using the station rotation model to enhance co-teaching and create more inclusive classrooms.

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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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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.

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eSchool News

MAY 3, 2023

During the spring of 2020, the global education community faced tremendous disruption as it transitioned to emergency remote teaching in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. During emergency teaching, the innovative educators I work with sought to implement any edtech tool that purported to help keep students engaged in learning.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2021

In their new book, Teaching for Deeper Learning: Tools to Engage Students in Meaning Making , my friend, Jay McTighe , and his co-author, Harvey Silver , write about an active reading strategy that encourages students to engage with texts before, during, and after reading. That flexibility is what all educators need right now.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Key points: AI is a catalyst for a more dynamic and effective educational paradigm Learn about the benefits of AI in education Discover more about why AI in education is essential for learning The role of AI in education marks a profound shift in teaching and learning. How is artificial intelligence used in teaching?

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eSchool News

JULY 25, 2022

Although I love teaching all subjects, I always choose English/language arts and social studies, in part because I love the challenge of engaging young leaners in these important subjects.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

What are some examples of teaching techniques? From traditional methods like lectures to innovative approaches such as active classroom learning and technology integration, these techniques play a vital role in shaping educational outcomes. What are some examples of teaching techniques? What are the techniques of a good teacher?

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

We found that the adoption of the Edthena online video coaching and reflection platform not only strengthened our district coaching program, but our school-based collaborative learning programs as well. It helps to generate ideas of how to teach concepts in new and engaging ways. A picture IS worth 1,000 words. It’s powerful.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

How can you use technology to enhance teaching and learning? Integrating technology into K-12 teaching and learning can revolutionize education–and, in fact, has–by providing innovative resources and technology tools for teaching and learning that engage students, foster collaboration, and personalize instruction.

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Edsurge

APRIL 23, 2019

Teaching isn’t a simple one-way exchange. Often there are lessons to be learned from the very act of teaching, whether it’s an instructor finding new ways to reach—or not reach—students, to watching students grow before your eyes to discovering what makes collaborative learning so successful.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Key points: Modern K-12 teaching is empowered by a versatile toolkit of technology tools Learn more about K-12 Tech Innovation News Discover Technology Tools for Teaching and Learning In K-12 education, a diverse array of tools and technologies enhance teaching methodologies, creating dynamic and engaging learning environments.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

What are the 5 methods of teaching? From traditional classroom learning approaches like lectures and textbooks to innovative methodologies such as active learning and technology integration, these methods aim to promote effective and dynamic learning experiences. What are the 5 methods of teaching?

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 1, 2018

We literally threw out our teachers’ desks,” says Damon Cooper, an English teacher and the director of teaching and learning at CCGS, in New South Wales. There are just classrooms, and we can teach from anywhere within them.” Free range teaching is just one of the many benefits of wireless screen mirroring.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

From gamified educational apps that engage students to online resources that cater to diverse learning styles, K-12 technology tools empower educators to create interactive lessons, track student progress, and adapt teaching strategies in real-time. What are technology tools for teaching and learning?

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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.

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eSchool News

JUNE 4, 2024

Key points: Critical thinking should not be separate from and on top of what teachers are doing in the classroom How to help students build critical success skills 3 lessons on perseverance from Stoffel the honey badger For more news on durable skills, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Achievement discrepancies among U.S.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key points: Education technology is a classroom must-have Technology enables access to important resources Stay up to date on the latest in education technology The use of education technology in the classroom has revolutionized the way teaching and learning occur, offering new opportunities to enhance educational experiences.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

AI fosters content enrichment by generating interactive learning materials like simulations and virtual labs, making subjects more engaging. Collaborative learning environments benefit from AI-driven tools, promoting communication and teamwork. What are the advantages and disadvantages of artificial intelligence in education?

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Key points: Scaffolds help ELLs learn the language and master academic content This ESL teacher ensures students learn the language–and feel the love How edtech is transforming bilingual education in the U.S. Collaborative learning : Pairing students with supportive peers can encourage discussion and understanding of complex ideas.

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eSchool News

JUNE 29, 2015

In an effort to expand teachers’ ability to create unsurpassed collaborative learning environments, Mimio has launched two major updates to its MimioClassroom family of interactive teaching technologies: the MimioProjector 280T touch projector, and expanded device compatibility for the MimioMobile application.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 5, 2023

When I coach teachers using the station rotation model that combines individual and collaborative learning activities both online and offline , we talk about how to arrange the furniture in the room to communicate the type of task students are doing.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 13, 2024

Group work fosters collaborative learning through projects and discussions, thereby encouraging students to consider different viewpoints and ideas. Additionally, visual aids like charts, diagrams, and models help students understand and organize information, making learning more accessible and engaging.

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eSchool News

APRIL 16, 2015

“It’s the idea that the classroom centers on the students,” said Landry, who also uses elements of collaborative learning. He said lectures are boring for students, as well as for teachers, and students learn better through discovery and hands-on work with the instructor available to help them when they get stuck.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2025

14-17, 2025, in Orlando, the annual conference looks to the future of edtech’s role in teaching and learning is full of inspiring keynotes, information-packed sessions, dynamic exhibit hall presentations, and more. Running Jan.

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