Faculty Focus

JUNE 24, 2025

Students may feel lonely, and faculty can feel overwhelmed even in well-designed online classes; however, a focus on engagement and well-being educators can support faculty and students via simple, low-tech, and personalized strategies in conjunction with the learning platform. References Bailey, E. Berg, M., & Seeber, B.

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eLearning Students Assignments Feedback 69

Faculty Focus

JUNE 17, 2025

This article delves into the complexities of developing and implementing an AI framework that not only aligns with an institution’s unique mission but also addresses the diverse needs of its stakeholders, including faculty, students, staff, and administration. Department of Commerce’s District Export Council for Maine.

Ethics 74

Ethics Education Evaluation Fairness 74

Faculty Focus

JUNE 24, 2025

Students may feel lonely, and faculty can feel overwhelmed even in well-designed online classes; however, a focus on engagement and well-being educators can support faculty and students via simple, low-tech, and personalized strategies in conjunction with the learning platform. References Bailey, E. Berg, M., & Seeber, B.

eLearning 67

eLearning Students Assignments Feedback 67

Faculty Focus

JULY 15, 2025

Monitor and Support Groups in Real Time : Circulate during group work, check for understanding, and intervene as needed to guide discussion or clarify misconceptions. Furthermore, by refining our pedagogical practices, we can foster a more robust society with confident, culturally competent, and self-aware leaders of tomorrow.

Assignments 66

Assignments Art Critical Thinking Motivation 66

Faculty Focus

APRIL 27, 2025

Beyond seeing students in class and at monthly cohort events, regular one-on-one check-ins, whether in person or via Zoom, offer a space for students to discuss both academic and personal matters in an informal setting. These meetings help track progress, provide guidance, and connect students with relevant campus resources.

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STEM Science Activities Student Engagement 53

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Teachers use direct, explicit instructionbreaking down complex concepts into manageable stepsso students can grasp new ideas without feeling lost or overwhelmed. Multi-sensory learning techniques, such as hands-on activities, visual aids, and interactive discussions, further enhance understanding and retention.

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Skills Schools Learning Students 137

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Platforms like Zoom or Google Classroom enable real-time discussions, while forums foster ongoing dialogue beyond scheduled sessions. Research indicates that active participation leads to higher retention rates, which can be upwards of 60% for students engaged in interactive learning.

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Hybrid Learning Learning Styles Study Critical Thinking 128

Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 16, 2025

Conference Seating: Best for whole-class discussions 2. Flexible Seating: Best for adapting to students’ individual needs 4. Horseshoe: Best for class discussions and inclusivity 5. All 15 arrangements were created with student engagement in mind. And then have fun changing up your layout anytime you need to!

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Classroom Management Discussions Grades Lecturing 98

Faculty Focus

JULY 15, 2025

Monitor and Support Groups in Real Time : Circulate during group work, check for understanding, and intervene as needed to guide discussion or clarify misconceptions. Furthermore, by refining our pedagogical practices, we can foster a more robust society with confident, culturally competent, and self-aware leaders of tomorrow.

Assignments 61

Assignments Art Critical Thinking Motivation 61

Teaching with a Mountain View

JUNE 12, 2025

Building community connections outside our classroom, by allowing students to interact with authors, public leaders, community professionals, etc., These real-world connections add depth to classroom discussions, spark curiosity, and inspire students to explore new topics. makes learning more meaningful.

Writing 52

Writing Questions Discussions Activities 52

eSchool News

MAY 14, 2025

Have you seen examples of that working, and if so, what are some of the best practices to kind of establish the culture that all Ed tech leaders know is important in person? You know for high quality video discussions like you and I are having now, we couldn’t do this when online schools were starting. It’s like everybody.

Learning 130

Learning Discussions Gamification Technology 130

Priceless Ponderings

MAY 25, 2025

They help establish a culture of respect, responsibility, and critical thinking. When students understand how to safely handle lab equipment and why we wear safety goggles, they begin to see themselves as real scientists. Walk your students through how to safely stop an experiment, clean up quickly, and line up without panic.

Science 52

Science Activities Classroom Management Critical Thinking 52

k12 Digest

MAY 21, 2025

Its a commitment to embedding equity into every layer of school culture, from classroom practices and curriculum to policies and professional learning. If we want students to thrive in inclusive environments, educators must be equipped to recognize and address inequities head-on.

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Confidentiality Culture Discussions Beliefs 213

k12 Digest

MAY 21, 2025

Its a commitment to embedding equity into every layer of school culture, from classroom practices and curriculum to policies and professional learning. If we want students to thrive in inclusive environments, educators must be equipped to recognize and address inequities head-on.

Confidentiality 130

Confidentiality Culture Discussions Beliefs 130

Edsurge

MAY 7, 2025

A March 27 executive order accuses Smithsonian sites, including the American Art Museum and the National Museum of African American History and Culture, of giving a distorted narrative driven by ideology, casting the countrys founding principles and historical milestones in a negative light. The changes are quite alarming, Gillis says.

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History Social Studies Teachers Textbooks 179

eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2022

This year’s 9th most-read story focuses on instructional strategies for better student engagement. Student engagement has long been an indicator of growth and progress, and in the wake of the pandemic, it will prove essential for academic and social-emotional recovery. 3: Clear expectations. 4: Hands-on learning.

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Student Engagement Hybrid Learning Students Participation 297

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Key points: Tying classroom decor to learning themes is great for student engagement The psychology of classroom management 3 pillars for building a positive classroom culture For more news on classroom management, see eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Teachers have their own preferences and approach when it comes to classroom decor.

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Student Engagement Motivation Students Classroom Management 297

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Cultural competency and AI To become effective agents of change, the next generation of teachers will need to take ownership of three core areas: cultural competency, social-emotional learning, and innovative practices (including AI).

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Culture Teachers Plagiarism Ethics 240

eSchool News

MARCH 17, 2023

CLEVELAND – TeachingBooks.net today announced a unique collaboration with Pear Deck , providing expanded opportunities for student engagement and learning. Templates, quick-start activities and ready-to-teach lessons connect students across all grades and subjects. For more information about Pear Deck, visit [link].

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Student Engagement Reading Learning Students 257

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Through this eight-month research project, they identified the factors that impact an engaging learning experience and strategies that school boards, administrators and teachers can implement to help improve student engagement. Making lessons relevant and relatable to students’ lives.

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Student Engagement Metacognitive Skills Distance Learning Students 224

Edsurge

MARCH 9, 2023

Recently, I met with two education leaders to discuss how to improve teacher and student engagement through creativity. Creativity needs to be embedded in everything we do with students; it needs to be part of the school culture. Why does creativity matter? Forta notes that it often comes down to prioritization.

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Student Engagement Teachers Students Beliefs 204

eSchool News

JULY 1, 2024

Dr. Alex Marrero, Superintendent of Denver Public Schools discussed the community hubs initiative in Denver, aimed at leveling the playing field for students facing poverty. Carlanda Miller, also known as The Magical Teacher, shared her approach to motivating students and creating a joyful learning environment.

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Student Engagement Students Coaching Teaching Methods 254

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

And almost every conversation I have with educators regardless of whether they are classroom teachers, instructional specialists or administrators is around student engagement. All of them are asking, with some urgency, about how we can boost student engagement under these difficult and fluctuating circumstances.

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Student Engagement Learning Students Middle School 218

eSchool News

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Students then explore these questions through interactive videos featuring real-world visuals fostering a sense of wonder and actively supporting student engagement in the accompanying discussion prompts. . Editable ready-to-use worksheets and assessments are also available in both English and Spanish.

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Science Student Engagement Social Studies English 246

Edsurge

JANUARY 26, 2021

I’m also seeing students start to build their own little pods. A few of them come together to discuss what’s going on in class and utilize Google Whiteboard to share notes. The teachers are loving that the students are learning to self-facilitate and come to class with articulated questions.

Student Engagement 210

Student Engagement STEM Students Quizzes 210

Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

Travis believes that by empowering learners to drive their learning we can start to create a new system that honors all learners and their cultures. In this episode, Travis and I talk about school design and the ways in which Harrisburg School District is reimagining school for its students.

Motivation 358

Motivation Culture Testing Discussions 358

eSchool News

JULY 17, 2015

Leaders from Dell’s Global Education Practice and Roanoke County Public Schools discuss how to create a culture of change that will result in deeper student engagement and learning.

Culture 150

Culture Learning Students Discussions 150

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 22, 2023

This helps students understand the scientific process and how their understanding changed based on evidence. 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.

Ethics 331

Ethics Metacognitive Skills Culture Critical Thinking 331

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Like: What would happen if students had access to a catalog of free and?this culturally relevant textbooks? What if faculty of color were engaged in the process of creating books tailored to their classes? What would be the result for students, specifically students who are from underserved communities?”

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Textbooks Culture Students Participation 185

eSchool News

AUGUST 7, 2024

In discussing ways to engage students in STEM, simulators and STEM Kits can significantly enhance student engagement and understanding by providing hands-on, immersive learning experiences that bring theoretical concepts to life. Google Arts and Culture offers over 1,600 experiments and counting.

Education 303

Education STEM Art Culture 303

eSchool News

JULY 28, 2023

Following are three ways administrators can help teachers become successful with technology in the classroom and help student engagement. Create a culture of innovation by celebrating teachers who are successful in using technology to improve student learning. Encourage innovation. Allow teachers to try–and fail.

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Technology Teachers Culture Student Engagement 246

Edsurge

APRIL 16, 2020

Whether educators need to learn how to use edtech tools, analyze student data or implement Common Core standards, online PD can offer educators support when and where they need it. But how can school leaders integrate online PD into their culture quickly and effectively?

Culture 172

Culture Distance Learning Communication Lecturing 172

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 329

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

It also allows Teacher 2 to focus on building a solid foundation for all students, ensuring no essential content is missed. Example: Two Teacher-Led Stations – One Differentiated, One Guided Reading and Discussion Reading Standard: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.3.2

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Teaching Writing Essay Discussions 395

eSchool News

AUGUST 20, 2024

If you then encourage students to research topics that interest them, they’ll be even more motivated to read and write–and they may even have some fun. Here are four fun ways to get students engaged that worked for me in my classroom: 1. Incorporating added historical context enhances how students understood the novel.

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Reading Assignments English Math 322

eSchool News

MAY 15, 2024

But it’s not all bad–educators found success as they dedicated their efforts to improving student engagement and achievement, creating community-based approaches to learning, and inspiring students to become lifelong learners. A culture of continuous learning Wendy W. She can be reached at apence@hbuhsd.edu.

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Education Schools Math Science 308

eSchool News

JANUARY 17, 2024

Some experts believe this new technology can have a positive impact on teaching and learning, while others fret it may weaken the teaching of critical thinking and increase bias by spreading misinformation about different groups and cultures.

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Teaching Critical Thinking Assignments Learning 342