Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

What innovations might redefine the learning environment? The Rise of Online Learning Online learning has increasingly become a staple in education, with studies showing that over 30% of students now prefer it over traditional classroom settings. Cost-effectiveness is another critical advantage.

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Faculty Focus

JANUARY 23, 2024

Students inspired by learning trends and faculty guidance have the opportunity to be positively engaged in the online classroom. The online learning environment consists of a web-based learning atmosphere where student and faculty experiences and positions are located in separate geographical locations.

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Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 10, 2022

As a result, they are not developing their metacognitive, critical thinking, and self-regulatory skills; all of which are critical to success both in the classroom and beyond. When teachers do the bulk of the thinking and work, they rob students of opportunities to develop these critical life skills.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

The flexible, individualized and 100% online learning experience is open to learners aged 18 or older who have completed 9th grade. Noteworthy courses include Critical Thinking and Personal Financial Literacy. Students can apply on a rolling basis throughout the year and complete coursework on their own timeframe.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 12, 2023

In an inspired and somewhat provocative go around, we touch on topics including AI’s influence on the education sector, concerns about cheating, the need for educational reform, and the potential for AI to enhance learning. Their emphasis is on enabling students to use AI as a resource to better understand the world.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

continues to transform education by providing comprehensive online learning solutions that cater to the diverse needs of learners of all ages. Hosted by the Business Intelligence Group, this award celebrates the companies, products, and leaders making a significant impact by reshaping industries and setting new standards for success.

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eSchool News

MAY 2, 2025

It demands fostering critical thinking, collaboration, communication skills, and, perhaps most importantly, confidence– characteristics many employers say are lacking among todays graduates. At Eastern Hancock, this preparation begins by creating opportunities for students to connect their learning to real-world applications.

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Faculty Focus

JANUARY 23, 2024

Students inspired by learning trends and faculty guidance have the opportunity to be positively engaged in the online classroom. The online learning environment consists of a web-based learning atmosphere where student and faculty experiences and positions are located in separate geographical locations.

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Online Learning Learning Ethics Assignments 103

eSchool News

MARCH 19, 2025

To see my students critical thinking skills, scientific knowledge, and curiosity flourish is the moment I know that connections are being made–not only in science, but also with literacy skills.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 6, 2018

Helping students think critically in the digital age. Critical thinking is among the most highly-sought-after skills for today’s students. It’s even more important in light of the constant online information resources students must evaluate and interpret. Tech can help make learning visible.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 6, 2015

schools to pick the DIY route instead of purchasing a pre-made online learning content platform from an outside vendor— an option fraught with challenges. critical thinking skills and problem solving). What’s next for Summit Public Schools’ online learning platform?

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Because of these new technologies used in education during the pandemic, today, students who are home on extended illness-related absences, those who are traveling, or those who are otherwise unable to attend in-person school don’t have to worry about missing entire days or weeks of learning.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

UWorld , the worldwide leader in online learning to prepare for high-stakes exams, today announced the launch of AP ® (Advanced Placement ® ) Learning Tools , a new College Readiness solution to help educators enhance instruction, improve student performance, and effectively prepare for AP exams. About UWorld.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

As we examine the significance of digital literacy skills, we’ll focus on highlighting their role in empowering students to navigate the complexities of the information age, fostering critical thinking, and preparing them for the challenges of an increasingly interconnected and technologically-driven world.

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eSchool News

MAY 16, 2016

Next page: What skills should a global educator have?

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 22, 2021

It walks them through a series of learning activities designed to help them become effective creators of content and includes the following challenges: Identify your topic Research your topic Outline your learning path Create your challenges to drive deeper thinking Write your script Record and edit Present and publish.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

This tool serves as a catalyst for critical thinking, enabling students to extract maximum value from the feedback they receive. By exploring the task, the feedback, and its implications, students develop a more profound understanding of their own abilities and how they can utilize the feedback to elevate their learning experience.

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k12 Online Schools

MAY 12, 2025

Whether its a 60-second TikTok on the French Revolution, a deep-dive YouTube documentary on climate change, or a TED Talk about emotional intelligence, young minds are tuning in and learning, often more effectively than traditional methods ever allowed. This is the hidden curriculum of the internet, which aids online learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 17, 2015

There are lots of free online learning opportunities like LearnZillion and Russell Stannard’s Teacher Training Videos. In addition to rewindable online learning, try live webinars and Google Hangouts. You can find her resources at Structured Learning. If they aren’t clear, ask them to repeat it.

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Technology Teachers Critical Thinking Failure 167

eSchool News

JULY 11, 2018

PlayPosit : An online learning platform used to develop and share interactive video lessons. PlayPosit supports a number of video sources and allows teachers to pause videos, insert questions, and promote differentiated delivery of content as well as deeper critical thinking and reflection opportunities.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

From interactive digital resources to online learning platforms, technology has given educators innovative tools to create dynamic and inclusive learning environments. Students, in turn, have benefited from increased access to information, personalized learning experiences, and opportunities for collaboration.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 12, 2022

After a year of blended instruction, or a combination of face-to-face learning and online learning, schools are questioning the amount of time students spend in front of screens. However, because of the growth of online learning platforms, even the basic content has moved to a virtual environment.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Classroom learning is the fundamental mode of education where students gather in a physical space under the guidance of a teacher or instructor to engage in structured learning activities. It serves as a dynamic hub for knowledge exchange, critical thinking development, and social interaction.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

It offers diverse resources, enabling personalized learning experiences. Collaborative platforms foster communication and teamwork, while instant access to information encourages critical thinking. This builds critical teamwork skills vital for future careers. How can technology be used effectively in the classroom?

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Eduverse.com is a revolutionary online learning environment providing a safe and secure ‘metaverse’ for K-12 schools. In her current role, she works directly with the district’s online tutoring programs, including FEV Tutor , to accelerate learning for students.

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

” Willis points out that the prefrontal cortex, which is home to our critical thinking skills, changes and develops most rapidly from age 8 to 16. An analogy, or comparison, challenges students to think about a thing’s qualities or characteristics to explain how it is similar to something else.

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eSchool News

APRIL 15, 2025

Resources like a skills map can highlight the most sought-after skills in todays job market, including critical thinking, adaptability, and digital literacy. Aligning goals with future readiness By aligning goals with in-demand skills, students can better prepare for future career opportunities.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

The COVID effect has impacted students’ communication, critical thinking, and motivation. As educators, giving students a safe place to fail, to learn, and practice these skills to better prepare them for college and professional environments is crucial.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Technology further promotes collaboration by enabling students to communicate and work together on projects via online platforms, regardless of geographical barriers. Flexibility : Online learning tools give students flexibility in how and when they learn, making education more accessible and adaptable to individual schedules.

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Technology Textbooks Learning Feedback 130

Catlin Tucker

MAY 2, 2025

Last week, I worked with a group of online educators to explore a range of strategies they can use to facilitate student-led discussions to foster connection, encourage critical thinking, and position students to lead their learning online. Why Prioritize Online Discussions?

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Dangerously Irrelevant

JULY 20, 2020

If we squandered the summer by engaging in magical thinking about returning in person this fall instead of making the organizational investments that we needed to make, they’re not going to give us the same grace again. We had our chance this summer to get better at online learning. And they’ll be right.

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eSchool News

MARCH 2, 2016

Administrators build in regularly scheduled coding for students in select elementary schools, with students utilizing Code.org curriculum to enhance and deepen their critical thinking skills. Nine thousand Highline students participated in the December 2015 “Hour of Code.”

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

This real-time engagement fosters deeper understanding and promotes critical thinking skills. Furthermore, classroom learning promotes social interaction and collaboration, allowing students to learn from their peers through group activities, discussions, and projects.

Learning Styles 130

Learning Styles Attention Discussions Feedback 130

EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

How do we encourage a sense of community, model a love of learning, show compassion, teach metacognitive and critical thinking skills, instill respect for others, or foster passion? So many of the activities we reflexively engage in as teachers aren’t possible to program into software. . by Hilary Scharton.

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Learning Achievement Critical Thinking Testing 161

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Inspired by the breakout podcast Serial, four years ago two digital learning leaders at the University of Central Florida created their own podcast—focused on online learning instead of true crime. Murder mysteries and online learning. This is kind of separate from online learning. I don't know.

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Education Quizzes Writing Online Learning 167

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Social-emotional learning takes a central role, recognizing the importance of holistic student development. Collaborative and project-based learning approaches are gaining prominence, fostering critical thinking and collaboration skills. The digital divide widens, hindering some students’ access to online learning.

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Hybrid Learning Education Critical Thinking Intelligence 130

eSchool News

MARCH 2, 2021

“In all, over 150,000 students participated in the CoderZ League; amid the disruption and distress of 2020, all of them dedicated themselves to learning STEM, coding, tech literacy and soft skills like critical thinking and collaboration as they competed. CoderZ is an innovative and engaging online learning environment.

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STEM High School High School Grades 154