eSchool News

JANUARY 20, 2025

Strong parent communication ensures that both parties can collaborate as a team throughout the year for the childs best interest. Top 2 dos We can all agree that as an educator, it is important to have a line of communication with parents because it encourages a connection between school life and home life. Top 2 donts 1.

Communication 258

Communication Education Reading Questions 258

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Having a campus-wide communication ecosystem is imperative. How to monitor communication within your entire ecosystem using one software platform. School district leaders have no higher priority than to create secure and informed campus environments. Register now! How to instantly notify law enforcement and first responders.

Communication 258

Communication Mobile Devices Schools Discussions 258

eSchool News

MAY 5, 2025

Sometimes they will cold call students, while other times they will ask students to share what they learned after theyve had a chance to read the assigned material or discuss it with their classmates in groups. It is also an invitation for the speaker to be attentive to communicating with the entire class.

Culture 276

Culture Feedback Languages Language 276

eSchool News

APRIL 28, 2025

“In many K-12 organizations, a patchwork of apps have become an integral part of our educational system,” said Brooke Greenwald, President, Cornerstone Communications, LTD. “The challenges with this approach depend on which type of user you are.

Schools 273

Schools Communication Evaluation Feedback 273

eSchool News

MAY 7, 2025

Thats why Ive made a point of seeking out the best edtech tools for fostering teamwork and communication among my students. Students can post text, images, or videos, making it perfect for brainstorming, digital discussions, and sharing resources. As such, it might be best to employ this edtech tool in more advanced classrooms.

STEM 253

STEM Students Feedback Intelligence 253

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 1, 2020

If you regularly engage students in discussions about the reading, videos, or current events, leverage your LMS’s functionality to create that experience online. For example, a single lesson in a classroom may be composed of direct instruction, a class discussion, and individual practice.

Teaching 545

Teaching Assignments Discussions Communication 545

eSchool News

JANUARY 30, 2025

When we were in the middle of the pandemic and everything in education was turned on its head, we realized that we needed a better way to communicate with parents and caregivers quickly and efficiently. This transition has proven to be one of the best decisions our district has made to enhance school-home communications.

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Communication Languages Language Elementary School 213

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Just like a conductor brings together different instruments and dynamics to create a cinematic score or a symphony, teachers help students use digital tools and the multimodal resources they offer to communicate meaningful messages effectively. Teaching kids to think like designers helps them become stronger communicators.

Communication 174

Communication Knowledge Writing Discussions 174

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 29, 2021

I wanted students to collaborate, communicate, and create at that online station using the devices as a tool. Teachers have the time and space to facilitate differentiated small group instruction, engage learners in interactive modeling sessions, facilitate small group discussions, and provide real-time feedback on work in progress.

Blended Learning 535

Blended Learning Critical Thinking Communication Participation 535

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

Breakout rooms provide a synchronous virtual space for students to connect, discuss, collaborate, and share. For example, when I am facilitating a training, I post directions and/or discussion questions on a Mentimeter slide that participants can view while they are in breakout rooms. Zoom or Google Meet Breakout Rooms.

Learning Spaces 545

Learning Spaces Student Engagement Learning Students 545

Lab to Class

MAY 26, 2025

Autism is widely associated in daily circles with people who are socially awkward, have a different way of thinking, and are generally less effective communicators. What they found was that communication levels were about the same for the autistic and non-autistic groups, but the scores were lower on both sides in the mixed-group rooms.

Communication 52

Communication Failure Culture Participation 52

eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2025

Not just general practitioners–these middle schoolers aimed high and discussed specialties like cardiology, neurosurgery, psychiatry, plastic surgery, and anesthesiology. The range of careers students presented was impressive and included jobs like animators, hospice nurses, and lawyers. Success is not limited to one path.

Middle School 270

Middle School Middle School Elementary School Elementary School 270

Catlin Tucker

JUNE 21, 2020

It creates smaller learning communities within the larger class. It encourages communication and collaboration among students. Students do not need to be physically close to engage in small group discussions or talk while completing collaborative tasks online. It makes differentiating instruction more manageable.

Blended Learning 546

Blended Learning Communication Assignments Activities 546

Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Purpose Preparation Post-Conference Plan Parent Communication How do students want to use this time? How can students communicate with their parents or guardians about the content of the conference and their next steps? If they want to discuss their goals and progress, they will need their goal-setting sheet. Post-conference.

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Blended Learning Communication Coaching Questions 531

eSchool News

JANUARY 11, 2024

As a national nonprofit, our work builds partnerships between teachers and historically underserved families by facilitating ongoing communication and collaboration about learning.” The use of technology is seen as a tool to bridge gaps and make communication more accessible.

Communication 300

Communication Culture Discussions Languages 300

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 22, 2024

Teachers can use observations with a checklist when students are: Engaged in group activities or discussions to monitor individual participation and contributions. Teachers might include the following items on a checklist: Participation: Is the student actively engaged in the activity/discussion?

Feedback 428

Feedback Quizzes Coaching Discussions 428

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

When schools moved to remote instruction, communication between parents and educators soared. Parents have become used to increased information and communication from schools. The following tips can help teachers and administrators plan, establish, and maintain positive school-home communication processes that support student success.

Communication 317

Communication Languages Language Curriculum 317

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Communication. Communication. Communication is king. And so I think it goes back to communication. And yeah, really just that idea of communication. Stay tuned for more insightful discussions about what’s next in Ed Tech. Antoinette Banks Oh yeah. See you next time.

Special Education 143

Special Education Communication Education Disabilities 143

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 29, 2025

Communication as a student in a foreign land depends heavily on knowledge of the language. The Ask a Tech Teacher international team has a few broader issues to think about when considering what barriers face students in foreign lands: Language: The Biggest Communication Barrier for Foreign Students?

Languages 134

Languages Language Communication English 134

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. The students can all see one another, creating a sense of community within the small group.

Motivation 479

Motivation Learning Outcomes Communication Coaching 479

eSchool News

MAY 22, 2023

The Advisory Council members help inform the company’s future development plans for the ParentSquare platform and serve as a peer-to-peer forum for discussing best practices and pressing issues in school communications and family engagement. Buy-in from the majority of staff members and parents was quick.

Communication 315

Communication Achievement Feedback Languages 315

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 20, 2020

In the absence of face-to-face classes, teachers can communicate they care about their students’ progress by providing them with feedback on their work. In these sessions, teachers can share their screens and project the student’s work as they discuss it. Which aspects of the work would benefit from further development?

Feedback 546

Feedback Blended Learning Writing Communication 546

eSchool News

JANUARY 21, 2021

Consider if your current students tend to want to have discussions or are your discussions like pulling teeth? Then there are students who prefer to communicate with you, but do not like to interact with their peers. Are you struggling to get the students to interact with each other or with you?

Instructors 356

Instructors Discussions Participation Communication 356

eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Santa Barbara, CA — ParentSquare, provider of the premier leading unified school-home communications platform for K-12 education, announced their selection as a winner in the inaugural Excellence in Equity Awards program presented by the American Consortium for Equity in Education. Learn more at www.ace-ed.org/awards. About ParentSquare.

Communication 317

Communication Languages Language Writing 317

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

Teachers can create a support network for students if they design lessons that encourage communication and collaboration. As pictured in the image below, stations can be used to engage students in small group discussions (face-to-face or online) and encourage collaboration by presenting the group with a shared task or challenge.

Universal Design 545

Universal Design Blended Learning Metacognitive Skills Learning 545

eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Encouraging Communication. One of the common points of concern for many teachers is the lack of meaningful communication with administrators. In turn, the communicative distance can have a negative impact on their experiences of stress, depression, and anxiety in the workplace. This isn’t just on a practical working basis.

Teachers 325

Teachers Schools Counselling Communication 325

Catlin Tucker

JUNE 16, 2024

Understanding that not all students express or communicate their understanding in the same way is crucial. By offering meaningful choices, we can ensure that every student has the opportunity to successfully apply and communicate their learning, accommodating their unique strengths and preferences.

History 380

History Art Essay Physical Education 380

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 1, 2021

Teachers can pop in and out of breakout rooms while students discuss academic topics and collaborate around shared tasks, but it isn’t the same as walking around a classroom with watchful eyes and attentive ears. Then they can work collaboratively to discuss what that standard might look like broken up into clear success criteria.

Learning 543

Learning Knowledge Writing Discussions 543

eSchool News

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Digital collaboration platforms let students contribute to discussions, share their ideas, and collaborate on projects in a digital space. Asynchronous communication tools: Integrate asynchronous communication tools such as discussion forums, blogs, or messaging platforms.

Gamification 325

Gamification Interactive Learning Participation Students 325

eSchool News

JUNE 13, 2024

Does the way in which you communicate with a bot yield different results?” “Is Tips for integrating AI into your K-12 digital citizenship curriculum In order to start integrating AI into your existing digital citizenship curriculum, let’s consider four main pillars of digital citizenship – safety, communication, literacy, and ethics.

Curriculum 296

Curriculum Ethics Plagiarism Communication 296

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

These characteristics are also critical to a high-functioning learning community where students enjoy high levels of autonomy and agency. Asking your students for feedback demonstrates your desire to continue learning and improving while also communicating your respect for their experience and perspective. What did you learn?

Blended Learning 506

Blended Learning Feedback Coaching Achievement 506

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Multi-sensory learning techniques, such as hands-on activities, visual aids, and interactive discussions, further enhance understanding and retention. For many students, developing social awareness, confidence, and communication skills requires structured support. Effective communication is a key aspect of the BIC System.

Skills 138

Skills Schools Learning Students 138

eSchool News

JANUARY 26, 2021

More than ever before, children have become reliant on their devices and digital spaces for entertainment, communication, and now, learning. Parents should keep in mind that content is where discussions around screen time should begin. Remember that content is not created equally.

Learning 332

Learning Communication Discussions Activities 332

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The majority of respondents (90 percent) believe school-family communication is important for achieving student success, but many struggle with issues like inconsistent communication tools, data access gaps, and family disengagement. Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services, Sheldon Independent School District.

Communication 268

Communication Languages Language Achievement 268

Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 10, 2022

We demonstrate how teachers can leverage universally designed blended learning to position students as active agents in the classroom and create the time and space for these new workflows.

Blended Learning 465

Blended Learning Metacognitive Skills Teachers Feedback 465

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Specifically, the Talents Unlimited model identified the following five key thinking abilities that lead to success: Productive Thinking, Communication, Forecasting, Decision Making, and Planning. Communication The Communication skills Talents Unlimited seeks to develop are: Giving many, varied, single words to describe something.

Students 317

Students Learning Communication Discussions 317

eSchool News

JULY 29, 2022

Before jumping into the competitive aspects of esports and gaming, we spent three weeks discussing the importance of positive mental health and the negative effects associated with some online gaming cultures. I began my esports program with a focus on social-emotional well-being using resources from NASEF to structure initial lessons.

Gamification 342

Gamification Game-Based Learning Education Coaching 342