Edsurge

JULY 31, 2019

Some weeks of the program featured guest speakers, including women from the technology company Cisco, who discussed their own entry into the field. The 15 of them divided into five groups to explore different facets of mental health on their own microsites: cultural identity, cyberbullying, anger, suicide and anxiety.

Discussions 167

Discussions Languages Language Counselling 167

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 22, 2023

Reading a Story: After reading a story with a surprise ending, the teacher could guide students to discuss how their predictions evolved as they read. This encourages cultural sensitivity and open-mindedness. This helps students understand the scientific process and how their understanding changed based on evidence.

Ethics 329

Ethics Metacognitive Skills Culture Critical Thinking 329

Edsurge

OCTOBER 8, 2021

In order to truly address trauma, we must also consider both the cultural experiences and socioeconomic inequities that impact our students. In my experience, teachers who have the most success with their Native students take into consideration these cultural strengths during their planning and instruction.

Culture 199

Culture Teaching Knowledge Coaching 199

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 16, 2020

In this episode, Jason and I talk about how to positively change the culture on school campuses, shift from pockets of innovation to innovation at scale, move from a focus on presenting to being present, and be compassionate with ourselves. Is building culture a priority on your campus? We also share our favorite binge-worthy shows!

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Culture Blended Learning Coaching Language 350

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? Ive been on the same page also.

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Languages Language Communication English 134

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

We discuss the need to model a growth mindset for our students and what is needed to cultivate classrooms where we celebrate experimentation, risk-taking, and failing forward. Are there strategies you use to create a classroom culture where taking risks and failing forward are encouraged and celebrated?

Blended Learning 364

Blended Learning Culture Coaching Discussions 364

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

For English learners, acquiring language proficiency opens the door to thrive across all subjects. However, learning a new language can be a long, difficult process that requires courage, resilience and trust from students who initially might feel vulnerable and out of place.

English 317

English Language Languages Testing 317

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

I See, Think, Me, We Thinking Routine The “See, Think, Me, We” thinking routine promotes deeper understanding and encourages discussion. The routine can be applied to various situations, from analyzing a piece of art to discussing a historical event. “Does this person remind you of anyone you know?

Metacognitive Skills 359

Metacognitive Skills Discussions Art History 359

Catlin Tucker

MAY 30, 2023

Identifying the Needs of English Learners English learners (ELs) have unique needs requiring targeted instructional approaches to support their language acquisition and academic success. ELs need instruction tailored to their language proficiency level. Culturally responsive teaching is also vital for supporting ELs.

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English Blended Learning Language Languages 273

eSchool News

MARCH 6, 2024

Communication plays a pivotal role in fostering a collaborative environment, ensuring the well-being of students and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. Breaking language barriers One of the most significant barriers to successful integration of newcomers into communities is language. Bloomz lets me do that.”

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Communication Culture Language Languages 278

Faculty Focus

MAY 18, 2025

It is important to understand inclusive pedagogies as practices where we discern the nuance between general multicultural education or culturally responsive pedagogy and inclusive practices that specifically address the ability/disability continuum and the health dimension. Culturally Responsive-Sustaining Education Framework.

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Accessibility Disabilities Learning Disabilities Special Education 97

eSchool News

JANUARY 17, 2024

STEM can help with English language development by allowing students to engage with language in a variety of ways. Part of “doing STEM” means learning to speak the language of STEM. For MLs, grappling with STEM terms while also navigating a new language can make it extra challenging.

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STEM English Language Languages 334

eSchool News

MAY 13, 2024

When taking into consideration the implications of education in the AC-Stage, much of the discussion has focused on innovation, excellence, and equity. This underscores the tone of addressing black or brown students and those whose first language is not English.

Education 286

Education Culture Achievement Language 286

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

Learning a Language: Acquiring a new language involves mastering vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and cultural nuances. Each student progresses differently based on prior knowledge, learning preferences, and exposure to the language.

Teachers 479

Teachers Art Feedback Writing 479

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Everything about Ray, from his seat choice to his body language in class, indicated that he didn’t want to be noticed. In this light, SEL should not be reserved for special projects but instead woven into the daily culture of both the in-person and virtual classroom. You can play the “This or That?”

Distance Learning 218

Distance Learning Culture Gamification Learning 218

eSchool News

JANUARY 11, 2024

.” Their signature tool, FASTalk, shares at-home learning activities via text messages in each family’s home language. In this conversation, Vidya covers the gamut—discussing the evolution in education, especially in the context of social-emotional learning, parent-teacher communication, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Communication 300

Communication Culture Discussions Language 300

Edsurge

MARCH 3, 2018

Of all the classroom subjects technology is poised to change, perhaps none stoke the imagination quite like language learning. In-ear technology promises to make 40 languages comprehensible in approximately two seconds lag time. I also teach remotely and write content for an app-based English language-learning product.

Languages 153

Languages Language Failure English 153

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

CoSN approached him to discuss the importance of data privacy and the different approaches towards creating IEPs with GenAI while ensuring student data privacy. Small Language Models Educators could utilize technology from Microsoft or Google to build a Small Language Model.

Confidentiality 312

Confidentiality Disabilities Language Languages 312

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

Instead of just superheroes, she invites students to think about their own cultural icons and cultural representations, and use that to design a character. The student and professor both shared the story last week during a session on culturally-responsive teaching in online courses at the 2017 OLC Accelerate Conference, in Orlando.

Culture 147

Culture Teaching Syllabus English 147

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

For instruction that yields cultural literacy, we most often look to language arts and social sciences. With Google's Applied Digital Skills as his foundation, Hicks prioritizes culturally relevant teaching through the vehicle of computer science. We really need to make everyone’s culture part of the conversation.

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Culture Skills History Science 164

eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Concerns about academic dishonesty, loss of critical thinking skills, and inappropriate content creation have sparked discussions about banning AI tools like ChatGPT, Grammarly, and others. Educators can guide students to interrogate the reliability of AI outputs and discuss the ethical implications of biased algorithms.

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Ethics Critical Thinking Essay Students 332

Edsurge

APRIL 29, 2022

We saw how having the language to talk about difficult experiences —such as prolonged exposure to intense stress and collective trauma—serves as a critical first step in being able to acknowledge, process and face these widespread events. If I’m referring a student, I should be able to refer myself too, right?”.

Culture 178

Culture Education Schools Communication 178

Edsurge

JUNE 21, 2021

They have been indoctrinated in a system that leaves them naïve about the meaning of the country’s changing demographics, ill-equipped to address cultural differences, and ultimately unaware of how they are perpetuating the marginalization of students of color.

Teachers 217

Teachers Culture English Language 217

eSchool News

JUNE 14, 2024

This professional learning covered one of the most-discussed new technologies of the day: artificial intelligence. Additionally, students can use ChatGPT to learn new languages, receive personalized tutoring, and explore new subjects at their own pace.

STEM 294

STEM History Middle School Middle School 294

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

Example: Two Teacher-Led Stations – One Differentiated, One Guided Reading and Discussion Reading Standard: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.3.2 3.2 – Recount stories, including fables, folktales, and myths from diverse cultures; determine the central message, lesson, or moral and explain how it is conveyed through key details in the text.

Teaching 394

Teaching Writing Essay Discussions 394

eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2024

His essay, Money Cant Buy Happiness, included valuable reflections on emotional fulfillment and references to The Great Gatsby, yet his ideas were scattered and the language needed refinement. Students discuss these ideas and add their insights, developing a nuanced argument.

English 300

English Writing Teaching Essay 300

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2023

Our discussions culminated in selecting specific challenges to explore in-depth, with the goal of prototyping solutions at the Learning Leaders Summit in Dubai. During our discussion, a crucial question was raised: “In terms of teacher training, should schools begin with UDL or blended learning?”

Blended Learning 458

Blended Learning Universal Design Motivation Learning 458

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

One of the persistent challenges in second language acquisition (SLA), especially within the communicative approach, is how to incorporate writing in a way that feels meaningful and beneficial to students. Both teachers and students tend to resist prioritizing writing activities into language lessons. 2010; Kern, 1992).

Languages 124

Languages Language Writing Communication 124

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2024

Online archives such as the Library of Congress’s Digital Collections and the National Archives offer students the opportunity to explore primary sources firsthand, gaining insights into historical events and cultural phenomena that would otherwise be inaccessible.

Social Studies 293

Social Studies Study Ethics Intelligence 293

eSchool News

APRIL 15, 2024

Teachers with five or fewer years of experience and those with teaching practices in the bottom third of participants saw even greater improvement in both math and English language arts. These groups are part of our culture of coaching, which means that everyone, everywhere in our district, from top to bottom, receives coaching.

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Coaching Teachers Achievement Evaluation 324

eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Your approach here should certainly include building a culture of openness around mental health. Normalizing discussions about mental wellness can be instrumental in minimizing stigma on the subject and reducing the hurdles to addressing challenges.

Teachers 325

Teachers Schools Counselling Communication 325

eSchool News

OCTOBER 11, 2016

We expect our leaders to exhibit effective instructional leadership, including establishing a shared vision for success and creating a culture of data-driven decision-making. In addition, they are expected to create a culture of high expectations, manage innovation, and lead with integrity and fairness.

Fairness 260

Fairness Schools Culture Questions 260

eSchool News

AUGUST 20, 2024

It covered a range of insights about body piercings, including how different religious cultures apply them and how they may benefit migraine sufferers. The moon landing, the Vietnam War, the explosion of youth culture, Woodstock, and the Civil Rights Movement all contribute to the novel’s background.

Reading 325

Reading Assignments English Math 325

Faculty Focus

MARCH 5, 2024

Culturally responsive teaching is a crucial student-centered approach that is critical in today’s multicultural and diverse educational environment. These differences in learning are related to a student’s cultural background, family structure, social and economic status, communication and language, and social identity (Gay, 2002).

Culture 116

Culture Teaching Learning Discussions 116

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 15, 2024

” Our classrooms are composed of diverse groups of students with different skills, abilities, preferences, language proficiencies, and academic needs. These formative assessments can take the form of quizzes, short written responses, exit tickets, online discussions, and graphic organizers. The short answer is “no.”

Metacognitive Skills 342

Metacognitive Skills Math Blended Learning Quizzes 342

eSchool News

OCTOBER 29, 2021

The week-long conference is meant to generate greater awareness and appreciation for distance learning; celebrate distance learning applications in K-12, telehealth, higher education, corporate and government/military; discuss current issues and emerging trends; highlight best practices; and recognize leaders in the field.

Distance Learning 258

Distance Learning Interactive Learning Art Teaching Methods 258

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Last year, I presented a paper on using technology in my Arabic class at the Ohio Foreign Language Association summer conference. At the end of my session, a Spanish language teacher opened the discussion by talking about students dismissing her work because it is not an essential subject in the state.

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Language Languages Learning Students 198