eSchool News

MAY 7, 2025

Students can post text, images, or videos, making it perfect for brainstorming, digital discussions, and sharing resources. Here are just four edtech tools that can help transform teamwork in the classroom : Padlet: One of my first go-to tools is Padlet–its super easy to use and works great for grades 3-12.

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STEM Students Feedback Knowledge 255

Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

This That Read an article Listen to a podcast Watch a video and complete an Edpuzzle lesson Participate in teacher-led, small group instruction Engage in a small group discussion Participate in an asynchronous online discussion Work alone Work in pairs or small groups Complete a writing task to make connections between concepts Complete a concept map (..)

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Laboratory Motivation Fairness Participation 543

eSchool News

MAY 5, 2025

Sometimes they will cold call students, while other times they will ask students to share what they learned after theyve had a chance to read the assigned material or discuss it with their classmates in groups. Multiple times in any class period, teachers call on students to contribute to the lesson of the day.

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Culture Feedback Language Languages 276

eSchool News

MAY 29, 2025

Todays generation of school-aged children prefer to use their phones to have deep and meaningful conversations; this is especially true when it comes to discussing or asking for help with their mental health and wellbeing. Platforms that offer AI-powered character bots have become the new counselors office.

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Ethics Schools Students Math 286

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

Breakout rooms provide a synchronous virtual space for students to connect, discuss, collaborate, and share. For example, when I am facilitating a training, I post directions and/or discussion questions on a Mentimeter slide that participants can view while they are in breakout rooms. Zoom or Google Meet Breakout Rooms.

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Learning Spaces Student Engagement Learning Students 545

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 The teacher uses guided reading strategies, asking questions that help students focus on basic elements like characters and setting before discussing the moral.

Teaching 394

Teaching Writing Essay Discussions 394

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 21, 2021

Discussion Feedback Small group collaboration Interactive modeling sessions Guided practice. This time can also be used for: Online research or exploration Personalized practice with a computer program or adaptive software Review games Asynchronous online discussions Updating a digital notebook or portfolio Online self-assessment activity.

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Blended Learning Learning Feedback Activities 533

Catlin Tucker

JUNE 21, 2021

lecture, discussion, written responses), there are myriad barriers that may make it hard for students to access information and share their learning effectively. How might a whole group, real-time discussion make it challenging for some students to participate? Identify and Remove Barriers. Summer Learning Opportunities.

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Blended Learning Learning Lecturing Motivation 516

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

In pairs or groups, students can compare their answers to an answer key or a strong exemplar and work together to check, correct, and discuss their questions. This reminds students that participating in discussions is their responsibility and that discussion itself is a skill they can improve on over time.

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eSchool News

APRIL 28, 2025

We’ve learned from our lengthy discussions and research that for schools to truly partner with parents, something has to change in many organizations’ approaches to K-12 apps.” “The challenges with this approach depend on which type of user you are.

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Schools Communication Evaluation Feedback 273

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Present-Pause-Discuss. A present–pause–discuss format allows the teacher to focus on introducing one concept or skill at a time. The final step is to pull the class back together for an informal discussion guided by the questions students asked about the information presented.

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Blended Learning Coaching Feedback Discussions 546

Catlin Tucker

JULY 19, 2021

In a blended learning environment, the students are doing the thinking, discussing, making, questioning, exploring, collaborating, and reflecting. Conferencing creates regular opportunities to discuss student progress, identify areas of need, and customize their learning path to ensure they continue growing and developing.

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Blended Learning Learning STEM Learning Outcomes 546

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 5, 2021

I ask them to brainstorm and discuss with colleagues the benefits and challenges of teaching using the whole group, teacher-led, teacher-paced model. For example, providing concept maps or graphic organizers, engaging learners in discussion (synchronous or asynchronous), or encouraging a reflective practice via a writing prompt.

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Blended Learning Metacognitive Skills Learning Motivation 544

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?

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Metacognitive Skills Discussions Art History 359

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 22, 2024

Teachers can use observations with a checklist when students are: Engaged in group activities or discussions to monitor individual participation and contributions. Teachers might include the following items on a checklist: Participation: Is the student actively engaged in the activity/discussion?

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Feedback Quizzes Coaching Discussions 428

eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2025

Not just general practitioners–these middle schoolers aimed high and discussed specialties like cardiology, neurosurgery, psychiatry, plastic surgery, and anesthesiology. The range of careers students presented was impressive and included jobs like animators, hospice nurses, and lawyers.

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Middle School Middle School Elementary School Elementary School 270

Catlin Tucker

MAY 13, 2024

Instead of talking at kids, teachers can facilitate differentiated direct instruction, guide practice, facilitate small group discussions, and provide real-time feedback. Summarizer Synthesizes the main points and key takeaways from the discussion or analysis. Yet, teachers have a lot of concerns about using media in the classroom.

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Teaching Critical Thinking Discussions Questions 389

eSchool News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

See it as an opportunity to discuss what they’d do differently if they had more time. The science comes in by discussing why their prototype works. With the example of the book holder, questions to discuss could be: What materials work best to keep the book from slipping? Where does the science come in, though?

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Science STEM Failure Discussions 324

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Similarly, the teacher can use the online station for a variety of activities, including practice with adaptive software, video lessons, online research and exploration, collaboration on shared tasks using the Google Suite, or online discussions about texts, topics, and issues using FlipGrid or the discussion functionality in their LMS.

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Evaluation Feedback Writing Assignments 546

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The tools and resources my students use must generate discussion and are often used in a team or partner setting, as I strongly believe that student interaction supports our instructional goals. This includes discussion points, themes, and so much more that can be used to scaffold student discussions of text.

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Elementary School Elementary School Schools Quizzes 339

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

The goal of these self-assessment sessions is to encourage students to think critically about their work, engage in discussions, problem-solve with their peers, and reflect on what they learned using the two questions posed by Captain Bill Wilson in the podcast. What did you learn? What are you going to do differently next time?

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Blended Learning Feedback Coaching Achievement 506

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 Learning Motivation 458

Catlin Tucker

JUNE 18, 2023

Students think about the answer individually, discuss it with a partner, and then share their responses with the class. Active Note-Taking : Instead of passively taking notes, students can be encouraged to write questions, make connections to other content, and note any confusing points for later discussion.

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Lecturing Knowledge Assignments Writing 431

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

One way to know you’ve got a great problem-solving task is that it creates rich discussion. to spur deeper discussion about the puzzle in front of them. What that means in math class is that you need a task that’s intriguing enough for students to build their discussions around. or “What do you wonder?”

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Math Game-Based Learning Gamification STEM 306

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.

Ethics 332

Ethics Critical Thinking Essay Students 332

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Teachers have the time and space to facilitate differentiated small group instruction, engage learners in interactive modeling sessions, facilitate small group discussions, and provide real-time feedback on work in progress. Students can be grouped flexibly (e.g.,

Blended Learning 535

Blended Learning Critical Thinking Communication Participation 535

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

In a recent faculty meeting at our school led by Director Adrienne Viscardi, we discussed the importance of using morphology and concept circles to deepen students’ understanding of academic language. Collaborative learning : Pairing students with supportive peers can encourage discussion and understanding of complex ideas.

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English Language Languages Social Studies 312

eSchool News

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Digital collaboration platforms let students contribute to discussions, share their ideas, and collaborate on projects in a digital space. Asynchronous communication tools: Integrate asynchronous communication tools such as discussion forums, blogs, or messaging platforms.

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Gamification Interactive Learning Participation Students 325

eSchool News

MAY 8, 2025

Youll also explore how to harness real-time data to fuel impactful discussions in your Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), driving focused, results-oriented collaboration. Learn how newer features like Quick Reassess and Assessment Compare can help you work smarter, not harder!

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Syllabus Learning Outcomes Art Achievement 169

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Online Discussions or Debates: Design an online discussion question or debate that encourages students to consider questions related to the video content and post their thoughts, opinions, questions, and reflections. The goal is to help younger students understand the video.

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Blended Learning Students Assignments Lecturing 465

eSchool News

APRIL 16, 2024

This discussion aims to navigate through commonly cited concerns from educators, highlighting how each perceived obstacle to integrating AI into classrooms can actually be overcome through applications of the very technology in question. At last year’s Education World Forum, discussion centered around this very idea.

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Ethics Gamification Schools Discussions 340

eSchool News

JANUARY 29, 2025

A writing teacher could use AI to provide quick first-round feedback, leaving more time for meaningful discussions about story structure and creative expression. For example, morning sessions might start with AI-generated warm-up questions, followed by teacher-led discussions that bring concepts to life.

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Teaching Ethics Education Teaching Methods 328

eSchool News

OCTOBER 25, 2024

I was able to trade techniques with them along with Tory Van Voorhis, creator of the non-partisan and data-driven platform, Election Edge , and CEO of Second Avenue Learning, to discuss how and why educators must address the 2024 presidential election in the classroom. Have a listen:

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Middle School Middle School Students Discussions 300

eSchool News

OCTOBER 18, 2024

This new functionality makes it easier for educators to use proven instructional strategies like “turn and talk ,” a common teaching method where peers discuss relevant classroom content with one another. “At HMH, we are listening to educators, and we know where the pain points lie with whole-class instruction.

Teaching Methods 278

Teaching Methods Feedback Discussions Intelligence 278

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 29, 2021

As we begin the new school year, students need to be at the center of learning and actively engaged in thinking, making, doing, discussing, and reflecting. This passive position also does not require that students think intentionally about their learning.

Teaching 545

Teaching Learning Students Art 545

eSchool News

AUGUST 29, 2024

Additionally, these digital tools need to support the means of expression through written assignments, presentations, or discussions to make the learning environment as engaging as possible.

Learning 306

Learning Universal Design Syllabus Quizzes 306

Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2025

Meanwhile, in my online section of the same course, students worked through carefully crafted modules at their own pace, their participation in discussion boards ebbing and flowing unpredictably. One of the most powerful techniques in my traditional classroom is the think-pair-share discussion format.

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Active Learning Activities Learning Minute Papers 69