Faculty Focus

AUGUST 13, 2023

“A disability may be the result of combinations of impairments and environmental barriers , such as attitudinal barriers, inaccessible information, an inaccessible built environment or other barriers that affect people’s full participation in society [i].” of Australian undergraduate students reported having a learning disability.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 13, 2023

“A disability may be the result of combinations of impairments and environmental barriers , such as attitudinal barriers, inaccessible information, an inaccessible built environment or other barriers that affect people’s full participation in society [i].” of Australian undergraduate students reported having a learning disability.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 1, 2020

“Synchronous online learning” generally refers to live learning activities that must happen at a set time (often over Zoom or a similar platform), while “asynchronous online learning” refers to almost everything else (completing assignments, doing readings, watching videos, etc.).

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eSchool News

AUGUST 14, 2024

By analyzing patterns in students’ grades, attendance, participation, and other behavioral indicators, AI algorithms can predict potential academic risks and learning disabilities. This can significantly enhance learning outcomes by ensuring students receive the support they need to master the material.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 8, 2024

Shifting from a caseload to a workload approach can result in enhanced student outcomes as they benefit from more personalized attention, support, and intervention when necessary.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 17, 2015

Incorporating Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in online courses not only benefits students with disabilities, but can have significant benefits for all students, ultimately increasing retention and improving learning outcomes. In this week’s news: 10 steps for making your online courses accessible for all students.

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Disabilities Universal Design Learning Outcomes High School 145

Edsurge

JUNE 10, 2024

In the United States, there are over 15,000 esports teams in K-12 schools, and many esports teams and programs emphasize access to students with disabilities. When you bring esports into the classroom, there’s evidence of better learning outcomes in STEM and even attendance.

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Edsurge

APRIL 23, 2018

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. Here are five ways video can have a powerful impact on teaching and learning: 1. Tips for Using Video In Class.

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Teaching Teaching Methods Lecturing Special Education 159

Edsurge

DECEMBER 18, 2020

As parents and educators continue to navigate remote learning, children with visual impairments have the added burden of learning in virtual classrooms that aren’t designed for them. A lot of mainstream education tech is not designed with folks with disabilities in mind.

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Disabilities Students Assistive Technology Hybrid Learning 194

Elevate k12

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

In the quest for educational equity, it is essential that all students, especially those with specific learning disabilities (SLDs) in reading and math, receive the support they need to succeed. public schools are identified as having specific learning disabilities (SLDs). As of the 2024 data from the U.S.

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eSchool News

APRIL 3, 2025

Retrieved from [link] National Center on Educational Outcomes. Five formative assessment strategies to improve distance learning outcomes for students with disabilities. National Center on Educational Outcomes. Formative assessment can provide the answer. World Bank. Retrieved from [link] O’Keefe, L.,

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eSchool News

JANUARY 2, 2023

Technology investments must have documented plans for impacting teaching and learning outcomes, and companies that cannot provide evidence and support with documenting impact will get left behind. Unfortunately, academic outcomes for students with special needs have remained low year after year.

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Edsurge

APRIL 15, 2020

In a statement, the system’s vice chancellor of communications and marketing, Paul Feist, said California Community Colleges sought an online virtual platform that could integrate with the learning management system used by the colleges. He did not respond to a question about how much the system paid Labster.

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Science Distance Learning Disabilities Accessibility 191

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: There is a fierce debate around online learning vs. classroom learning Discover online learning vs. classroom learning research Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends Determining whether students learn better with in-person classroom learning or online is a multifaceted question.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 15, 2023

We aim for broad accessibility, reaching the largest possible number of young people, but we particularly want to benefit young people who face educational disadvantage or are underrepresented in technology because of factors like poverty, gender, race, ethnicity or disability.

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Education Science Internet Accessibility 189

Edsurge

JULY 31, 2019

Or even, “How might we create a playground space for disabled students?” Due to the nature of the process, learning outcomes may not be evident at the outset, which can be uncomfortable for some. Problems take the form of a question such as, “How might we design a classroom habitat for plants and animals to co-exist?”

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Failure Teaching Disabilities Curriculum 168

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

Whether creating digital resources and activities or planning a large purchase of student devices, the technology should support the learning, not the other way around. Mindful pairing of digital resources to learning outcomes is an excellent way to ensure that any blended learning program will produce the desired learning outcomes.

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Blended Learning Failure Learning Learning Outcomes 152

Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Understand Individual Needs Understanding the unique needs of each student with special needs is the first step in effectively using technology to support their learning. Whether it’s a learning disability, physical impairment, or sensory issue, recognizing these elements will guide you in selecting the right technological tools.

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Technology Assistive Technology Learning Styles Students 172

eSchool News

JULY 12, 2016

.” Dell Classroom elevates the Dell Activity Light functionality empowering students to digitally raise their hands or message a teacher privately, helping students that might have reservations or disabilities prohibiting them from participating. Currently serving 10,500 schools, 295,000 classrooms and nearly 6.8

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Disabilities Writing Participation Activities 145

Faculty Focus

MAY 9, 2024

In a meta-analysis on the use of AI chatbots in education, Wu and Yu (2023) found that AI chatbots can significantly improve learning outcomes, specifically in the areas of learning performance, motivation, self-efficacy, interest, and perceived value of learning. Do AI chatbots improve students learning outcomes?

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Academic Integrity Writing Syllabus Exams 137

eSchool News

DECEMBER 25, 2023

Technology investments must have documented plans for impacting teaching and learning outcomes, and companies that cannot provide evidence and support with documenting impact will get left behind. Unfortunately, academic outcomes for students with special needs have remained low year after year.

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Learning Coaching Reading Science 171

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

OER have the potential to offer more equitable and accessible learning experiences because they can be tailored to meet the needs of the students, including learning outcome alignment, accessible formatting, diverse learning materials, and diverse assessments. Smart Learning Environments, 7 (1). link] Zhang, X.,

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Accessibility Exams Learning Peer Review 98

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

This inclusivity is particularly advantageous for learners with physical disabilities or those balancing work and family responsibilities. However, online learning also presents certain disadvantages. This can lead to feelings of isolation and disengagement, impacting learning outcomes.

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Online Learning Learning Learning Styles Feedback 130

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

OER have the potential to offer more equitable and accessible learning experiences because they can be tailored to meet the needs of the students, including learning outcome alignment, accessible formatting, diverse learning materials, and diverse assessments. Smart Learning Environments, 7 (1). link] Zhang, X.,

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Accessibility Exams Learning Peer Review 94

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

54), is “the way individuals within the community interact and shape their collective identity using norms, values, attitudes, and the need for human connection to foster meaningful learning outcomes.” Community culture, as defined by Plotts (in press, p. We each grappled with our unique challenges,” Charlie recalls.

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Culture Learning Instructors Discussions 128

Faculty Focus

MAY 9, 2024

In a meta-analysis on the use of AI chatbots in education, Wu and Yu (2023) found that AI chatbots can significantly improve learning outcomes, specifically in the areas of learning performance, motivation, self-efficacy, interest, and perceived value of learning. Do AI chatbots improve students learning outcomes?

Academic Integrity 98

Academic Integrity Writing Syllabus Exams 98

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

AI also plays a role in the early identification of learning disabilities and special needs. This could lead to disparities in learning outcomes among different student groups. Furthermore, AI’s potential for early identification of learning challenges and disabilities will lead to more effective support services.

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Education Ethics Gamification Learning Styles 130

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

54), is “the way individuals within the community interact and shape their collective identity using norms, values, attitudes, and the need for human connection to foster meaningful learning outcomes.” Community culture, as defined by Plotts (in press, p. We each grappled with our unique challenges,” Charlie recalls.

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Culture Learning Instructors Discussions 109

Faculty Focus

MAY 23, 2023

In addition to teaching, she has over ten years of experience working with individuals with disabilities primarily certifying and implementing academic accommodations at the post-secondary level. Psychology majors understanding skills-based learning outcomes. Scholarship of Teaching and Learning in Psychology, 1(2), 113-124.

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Evaluation Counselling Assignments Critical Thinking 105

k12 Online Schools

APRIL 21, 2025

Just as tech companies improve apps with user data, the leading online schools evolve curricula to maximize learning outcomes. How accessible are the programs for students with learning disabilities? This continuous feedback loop turns K12 online education into an iterative science.

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Edsurge

JULY 29, 2020

Started in 2015, the Proving Ground program helps school districts leverage data to design, plan, implement and test interventions to improve learning outcomes. Postcards Prove a Point On the other side of the country, another effort, housed at Harvard University, is also helping districts tackle chronic absenteeism.

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Distance Learning Learning Participation Coaching 208

Edsurge

JULY 13, 2020

As colleges gear up for the fall, it is imperative that they develop intentional strategies to ensure that students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds, students of color , students with disabilities, veterans and students in the military can make progress on their academic pathways toward economic and social mobility.

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