eSchool News

OCTOBER 18, 2024

This innovative tool, powered by generative AI, analyzes open text responses from students working in small groups or individually and provides educators with a quick and insightful summary of how the class is doing, followed by helpful feedback recommendations. “We know saving them time and helping them engage students is key.

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2024

The conversation covered many topics including the importance of personalized learning, community involvement, and innovative teaching methods. Vicki continues to write for Edutopia and has authored two educational books, Flattening Classrooms, Engaging Minds, and Reinventing Writing. In this highlight, Alberto M.

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eSchool News

MARCH 17, 2025

Digital tools, once mainly supplementary for many schools, became essential for delivering lessons, facilitating communication, and maintaining student engagement. Some students thrived in the flexible learning environment, while others struggled with distractions, lack of direct teacher support, family stress, and social isolation.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2021

Kristen Brittingham, the chief learning officer for Modern Teacher, have co-authored a white paper titled “Active Learning Environments Support Student Engagement, Collaboration, and Critical Thinking.”. When that happens, educators can help students reach new levels of engagement and academic achievement.”.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 31, 2024

As these young minds engage with advanced tools, they gain the technical know-how and develop the mindset required to succeed in Industry 5.0. Unlike traditional teaching methods, drones allow students to interface directly with technology, transforming their learning experiences from passive to active. Why drones?

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 30, 2024

When we challenge the system and take students out of their boxes and see them as individuals with unique backgrounds, dreams, and potential–despite challenges they may be facing–something amazing happens: they start taking charge of their own education.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

The eSchool News K-12 Hero Awards recognize the dedicated efforts of education professionals across K-12 departments, including IT, curriculum, instruction and administration. They needed a cohesive core math curriculum that they could roll out districtwide. Joey carefully tailored curriculum pathways to meet students’ needs.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 25, 2017

Career readiness can be engrained into the teaching and learning landscape in many ways. Educators across the nation are latching on to project-based learning (PBL) as an effective teaching method for building 21 st -century skills.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

How technology has impacted students’ education Technology has had a transformative impact on K-12 education. The impact of technology on student learning has revolutionized the way students engage and interact in the classroom. What is the impact of educational technology in teaching and learning?

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Edsurge

MARCH 15, 2024

I had a related revelation a few years ago, when I began to recognize that curriculum without a why is problematic. Since then, I’ve redesigned my curriculum, honing in on an overarching essential question for each unit that allows me to explore modern, relevant issues with students. This isn’t a novel idea.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 14, 2023

AI-powered quiz builders are revolutionizing modern classrooms, transforming traditional teaching methods into captivating, gamified learning adventures. Imagine a classroom where students are glued to their seats, laser-focused on interactive quiz games displayed on the smartboard.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Interactive simulations and virtual field trips bring students face-to-face with historical landmarks, famous works of art, and locations that are not accessible to the general public. These K-12 technology trends help enhance students’ engagement and conceptual understanding. How has technology impacted K-12 education?

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

While educators may present interest in professional development, it can be hard for administrators and IT teams to train educators, especially if they are not familiar with technology coaching methods themselves. . Utilizing data analytic s can be a helpful way to understand where technology can best be injected into a school curriculum.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

From traditional classroom learning methods like lectures and textbooks to innovative technologies such as interactive whiteboards and educational apps, these tools aim to facilitate effective learning experiences and foster student growth. What are some examples of teaching techniques?

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 27, 2018

This usually leads to an evident lack of student engagement, Tabaldo explains. To help guide successful technology implementation, Tabaldo and her team at iDEAL work with schools to instruct teachers on classroom technology best practices and help these educators feel more comfortable incorporating the tech in their curriculums.

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k12 Digest

MARCH 4, 2025

Lloyd Jackson discussedhisexperience withmathematics and AI.Heshared hisviews oncurriculum standards ,digital tools and AI ,digital learning with traditional teaching methods , AI shaping the future of mathematics education ,and many more. How has technology changed the way students learn and interact in classrooms?

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Edsurge

APRIL 14, 2020

And finally, the district updated its curriculum to incorporate the capabilities of its new technology. The plan detailed updates to hardware and infrastructure, enabling access to high-quality, interactive digital content and curriculum resources, and providing additional ongoing professional development opportunities for educators.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Smart K-12 platforms use algorithms to analyze student performance and provide real-time feedback, allowing educators to tailor their teaching strategies and interventions accordingly. This data-driven approach not only identifies areas of strength and weakness but also helps create a more responsive and customized curriculum.

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Edsurge

APRIL 23, 2018

By using video, teachers can keep students engaged in new and innovative ways. Video is also proving to have solid results when it comes to learning outcomes—from higher test scores to increased engagement with learning materials to increased comprehension. Combined, these play a significant role in teaching a subject.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Yet, PBL as a pedagogy has seen varied levels of adoption in math classrooms across the United States, with many math teachers falling back on traditional teachings of formulas and procedures. math teaching predominantly focused on procedural skills, where students spent most of their time acquiring isolated skills through repetition.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

This not only enhances student engagement and accessibility to information but fosters critical thinking, digital literacy , and prepares students for a tech-driven future. Understanding its role and potential can transform traditional teaching into an interactive and efficient experience.

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Teach Hub

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

For example, advanced learners who need more challenging material can be with one teacher, while students who require additional support can be with another teacher. Diverse Teaching Methods Co-teaching exposes students to different teaching styles , catering to various learning styles.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

Kris Astle, Global Education Strategist, SMART Technologies Far too many students continue to struggle with reading, with post-pandemic recovery remaining slow—and in some cases, stagnant—among our young readers. There is a clear need for science-driven curriculum, and the thoughtful implementation of emerging technologies.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Tools and techniques in education encompass myriad resources and methodologies essential for effective teaching and learning. Among these teaching tools examples are traditional resources like textbooks, whiteboards, and manipulatives. In addition to tangible resources, instructional techniques play a crucial role in education.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 26, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH: See how blended learning tools such as Microsoft Teams and Google Classroom can help improve student engagement. Valver and his colleagues planned to roll out their technology PD curriculum over the summer and realized teachers would need tools that were device-agnostic, flexible and mobile friendly.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 13, 2019

There are several classroom tools available that can keep students engaged while building the science, technology, engineering and math skills they will need down the road. Of course, math lessons in K–12 will vary depending on students’ grade level and skills. Grades K–4: Robotics Tools Teach Students Programming Basics.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 10, 2024

For example, when showing a video, use EdPuzzle to ask questions DURING the video to keep them engaged. This fosters mutual understanding and strengthens the teacher-student connection. This offers students a great deal of freedom and ownership in their learning. Want better discussion boards?

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Teach Hub

APRIL 29, 2024

By integrating their physical local environment, culture, and landscaping, students learn through participation in service projects to help them gain a better understanding of their place in the world. This transformative teaching method helps to foster a sense of community and engagement among students.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 4, 2019

In one school district Baule previously worked in, administrators bought personal tablets to integrate into the curriculum. Previously, Eli was a staff reporter for medical trade publication Frontline Medical News, where he experienced the impact of continuous education and evolving teaching methods through the medical lens.

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Edsurge

MARCH 29, 2024

Students who choose that route expect greater flexibility, personalization and real-world relevance in their education. To meet these expectations, institutions will need to invest in both technology and innovative teaching methods that meet students’ valid expectations. Bruce Dahlgren This is the really exciting part.

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 1, 2025

This isolation can hinder their professional development and growth, especially if they do not take the time to reflect on their own teaching methods and practices. Ultimately, student learning is impacted. One effective practice that can break this cycle is peer observation.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Schools are creating versatile spaces, incorporating movable furniture, and utilizing outdoor classrooms to support diverse teaching methods. Here are strategies to stay informed about current trends in education for 2024: Professional Development: Engage in continuous professional development opportunities.

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 1, 2025

This isolation can hinder their professional development and growth, especially if they do not take the time to reflect on their own teaching methods and practices. Ultimately, student learning is impacted. One effective practice that can break this cycle is peer observation.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 4, 2017

Companies like SensorStar Labs use cameras to capture student responses, which feed into algorithms to identify if their attention is wandering. The system, called EngageSense, measures smiles, frowns and audio to classify student engagement. From emotive to affective computing.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 20, 2020

In the face of mounting evidence, education experts accepted a prescriptive fact: student success is not measured by milestones like ‘took a foreign language in fifth grade’ or ‘passed Algebra in high school’ but by how s/he thinks. Whole Brain Teaching. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2023

You’ve got to find a game, independently seek out its validity, make sure it's appropriate for your class, connect it to your curriculum and get outcomes,” she explains. It becomes part of the teaching method.” For the average educator though, Fath says, trying out a new game is a serious commitment.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

How you choose the most appropriate technology tools in teaching Selecting the most suitable technology for teachers and students in the K-12 classroom requires a thoughtful and strategic approach. It’s essential to align technology choices with educational goals and curriculum objectives. Platforms like Kahoot!

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