Edsurge

MARCH 16, 2018

Here’s a slightly Orwellian way to check whether your students may have plagiarized part of their essays: the Chrome extension Draftback , which plays back the revision history of any Google doc you can edit—down to the keystroke. Or, “allow students to comment on each others’ work to foster discussion.”

Essay 167

Essay Plagiarism Coaching Learning Disabilities 167

Edsurge

MARCH 28, 2019

In our first year, we printed 217 posters of lesser-known heroes in Black history and provided one per classroom in our school. We plan viewings and discussions for films like “Black Panther” and “The Hate U Give” and bring in guest speakers like Rodney Page, the first Black head coach of a collegiate team in the South.

Students 166

Students Fairness Culture Coaching 166

Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Baselice teaches history to middle schoolers, and game-based simulations have been part of his teaching arsenal for the last nine years, ever since he first tried it. “I These improvised or newly created tabletop games do have to go through a fair bit of testing before being introduced as a lesson plan.

Teachers 215

Teachers Quizzes Testing Learning Outcomes 215

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

While ChatGPT seems to have sprung up overnight to dominate current headlines, legislative discussions, and professional debates—ranging from doomsday predictions to practical celebrations related to improved efficiency with menial labor tasks—the introduction of this online Artificial Intelligence (AI) program can be traced back to 2018.

Assignments 124

Assignments History Art Ethics 124

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 28, 2022

If the teacher wants to use games to learn history, Minecraft won’t throw students into a fully fleshed simulation of the American Revolution. A note: Any time students use the internet, start with a discussion on how to use it safely. Discuss why you collaborated with others in surviving this world. This is the plot.

Writing 199

Writing Reading Teaching Evaluation 199

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 24, 2016

Darren : I wanted to integrate STEM into my social studies classroom, so that when kids are learning about history and the pioneers of science, technology, engineering, and math, they are learning about those subjects simultaneously and forming natural connections. Describe how you used the product. What worked and what didn’t?

Social Studies 126

Social Studies Teachers STEM Fairness 126

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 24, 2024

Common Cyber Threats Facing Educators Every profession has had its fair share of internet-based troubles. Deactivate your browser’s search-suggestion and auto-fill options and delete your search history. But what scams and crimes are teachers most likely to encounter?

Internet 167

Internet Confidentiality Teachers Fairness 167

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Since discussion-based learning, both in-person and virtual, remains important, teachers should find ways to encourage student engagement in classroom activities and discussions. Students, whether introverted or not, might feel uncomfortable or uninterested in joining group discussions for various reasons. Praise appropriately.

Instructors 103

Instructors Feedback Discussions Participation 103

Edsurge

OCTOBER 7, 2021

colleges got into the democracy business, and you may get a bit of a history lesson. It’s very easy to do a service learning experience but not learn that we don’t have free and fair elections in some parts of this country. “What are we not going to equivocate on and not be willing to settle on?” ‘No Charles H.

Fairness 178

Fairness Participation Study Activities 178

Edsurge

JULY 31, 2018

We taught sixth-grade students ancient history through an archaeology simulation we developed on black-and-white Macintosh computers. Whether or not this is true (it’s not), the underlying reality is that for much of human history, education meant mastering a finite and unchanging set of knowledge and skills.

Education 133

Education Knowledge History Science 133

Edsurge

JUNE 25, 2020

These were the questions tackled this week during a live online discussion, part of our monthly EdSurge Live series. How would you summarize that discussion? Beaudoin: It's fair to say that faculty are extremely concerned about the likelihood of the spread of the virus on campus. Helping explore the topic were: • Stephen P.

Lecturing 177

Lecturing Instructors Communication Questions 177

Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 2, 2025

Inspire students with a walk outside, complete with notebooks, sunshine, and lots of topics for discussion. Use them to begin longer narrative essays, begin class discussions, or introduce elements of fiction in your language arts class. Is history an important class for todays teenagers, or is it a waste of time?

High School 52

High School High School Writing Essay 52

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Since discussion-based learning, both in-person and virtual, remains important, teachers should find ways to encourage student engagement in classroom activities and discussions. Students, whether introverted or not, might feel uncomfortable or uninterested in joining group discussions for various reasons. Praise appropriately.

Instructors 98

Instructors Feedback Discussions Participation 98

Edsurge

MAY 17, 2017

Heyck-Williams says these conferences help families understand the grading system, as students sit down with the data to discuss their strengths and weaknesses. Imagine you teach World History,” Looney explains. Wilhelm says he’s personally met with heads of schools to discuss student and make sure next school understands our students.

Grades 136

Grades Evaluation Feedback Communication 136

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2015

When you’re discussing a project or a lesson, don’t define it in terms of checkboxes or line items or 100% accuracy. Often, what works for one person is based on their perspective, personal history, and goals. But make it fair. After submittal, give students a set amount of time to redo and resubmit their work.

Failure 156

Failure Learning Students Critical Thinking 156

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 10, 2019

The mandate made New Jersey second in the nation to implement such a measure; California’s so-called FAIR Education Act (Senate Bill 48) was passed in 2011. We’re trying to avoid separate discussions like, "Okay. We're going to do LGBTQIA history now." We’re focusing on collaboration, communication and resilience, specifically.

Curriculum 110

Curriculum Disabilities Social Studies History 110

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Presentations : While the above-mentioned activities can be followed by presentations, students can engage in other forms of oral presentations such as panel discussions, seminars, and debates. Reenactments : Students might create a reenactment of an event they took in their history course or any past event such as a political agreement.

Authentic Assessment 133

Authentic Assessment Counselling Learning Outcomes Faculty Development 133

Faculty Focus

MARCH 26, 2024

From designing custom art images to creating “Soundful: AI Music Generator” songs and videos to interacting with historical figures through “Hello History” fun chats, AI has the capability to boost education and deep learning. Can we discuss student responsibility with AI and enforce it well? Perhaps, perhaps not.

Plagiarism 134

Plagiarism Ethics Intelligence Education 134

Edsurge

JANUARY 29, 2020

The two institutions that are profiled in the book are Colgate and Whitman, [in] different parts of the country but both institutions with very strong histories in the liberal arts, very recognized as high quality, well-endowed, financially solid. bucolic notion of sitting and reading “Moby Dick” and discussing it.

Art 188

Art Evaluation Coaching Ethics 188

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Just think: Remote education means no Friday night invitations to a Shabbat dinner for students unfamiliar with Judaism; no public Diwali celebrations that spark conversations of Hinduism and Indian cultures; no late-night pancake parties the night before exams hosted by campus Christian clubs that foster meaningful discussion over a meal.

Students 137

Students Instructors Study Exams 137

Edsurge

JULY 27, 2023

And he can’t just turn assignments into one-on-one discussions with students to see if they’re keeping up with material or even have students do writing in class while he can watch them work. All that makes it challenging for him to get to know students in ways that would be easier if he taught, say, 20 students at a time in person.

Assignments 148

Assignments Instructors Writing History 148

Edsurge

MARCH 27, 2018

Yet, these days the issue seems more complicated, as political debates frame equity policies as in conflict with ideals of fairness and tradition. It's part of that child's history. Tell me how that discussion has played out in your district and if you had the opportunity to bring equity to that discussion?

Education 127

Education Culture History Achievement 127

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

Thursday morning, like any other at the San Francisco Chronicle, the newspaper’s editors gathered around to discuss the news of the day, what they’ll cover and where it will run in Friday’s edition. But unlike most days, the editors held their meeting not in a conference room but on a stage before 55 teachers and librarians.

Beliefs 108

Beliefs Fairness Writing History 108

Edsurge

AUGUST 23, 2017

Siemens: It seemed like a good opportunity to expand the audience and get a message out about the importance and history of openness, and where things might be trending. Siemens: We’ll discuss the OER and licensing dynamics. This interview has been edited for clarity and length. Ekowo: Why this MOOC? And, why now? What won’t it cover?

Education 145

Education Participation Fairness Accessibility 145

Edsurge

APRIL 17, 2018

Alex was an enthusiastic 9th grader in my World History course and had just been issued a Chromebook as part of our district’s 1:1 implementation. In the following weeks, I noticed that he was not taking part in many online discussions and the contributions to his digital portfolio of work was minimal.

Internet 102

Internet Accessibility Motivation Achievement 102

Faculty Focus

JUNE 20, 2023

The various forms of traditional, hybrid, and remote classrooms may mean communicating in person, posting announcements, sending emails, sending text messages, or even posting a reminder in the course discussion or assignment areas. Using a variety of methods ensures reaching various learning styles.

Academic Integrity 105

Academic Integrity Plagiarism Assignments Writing 105

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Presentations : While the above-mentioned activities can be followed by presentations, students can engage in other forms of oral presentations such as panel discussions, seminars, and debates. Reenactments : Students might create a reenactment of an event they took in their history course or any past event such as a political agreement.

Authentic Assessment 111

Authentic Assessment Counselling Learning Outcomes Faculty Development 111

Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

You can check their browser history and who their friends are without feeling like you’re spying on them. I discuss this some in another question but it takes much more for a thorough answer. . Have this sort of discussion before your child ever goes online and repeat it consistently. This includes those you mentioned.

Questions 103

Questions Internet Ethics Fairness 103

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 18, 2024

Example : A history teacher uses an AI-powered chatbot to answer students’ basic questions about historical facts, freeing up time to engage in deeper discussions and critical analysis with students during class. Focus on using AI to augment teaching strategies rather than seeing it as a replacement for human educators.

Ethics 110

Ethics Instructors Intelligence Critical Thinking 110

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 18, 2024

Example : A history teacher uses an AI-powered chatbot to answer students’ basic questions about historical facts, freeing up time to engage in deeper discussions and critical analysis with students during class. Focus on using AI to augment teaching strategies rather than seeing it as a replacement for human educators.

Ethics 109

Ethics Instructors Intelligence Critical Thinking 109

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2022

We’re discussing how to strategically implement video feedback “now” and replicate successful models from other districts. Now, three school years later, it is fair to say that this generation of students will be like no other. –Adam Geller, Founder and CEO, Edthena.

Learning 363

Learning Communication Hybrid Learning Language 363

Edsurge

JULY 27, 2017

This could be the single most successful ad in the history of education. Well, I think we're way too early in the history of this general adoption [to predict the outcome].If I was just in discussion with an advisor of ours and he said, "What is your biggest challenge right now?" Like an ad on the internet? You're kidding me!

History 99

History Culture Failure Fairness 99

Edsurge

JULY 1, 2019

Some professors and campuses are now working to encourage more open dialogue in class, in scholarship and in campus discussions. Last week we addressed the issue on our monthly online discussion series, EdSurge Live. They’re doing things like asking students to take online trainings that encourage them to seek out diverse perspectives.

Questions 139

Questions Knowledge Culture Activities 139

Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2019

Listen to the discussion on this week’s EdSurge On Air podcast. So kids' information is very valuable, it's like they don't have a credit history yet. Striking that balance isn’t always easy, and it requires some real creativity. Or read a portion of the interview below, lightly edited for clarity. I'm at risk. Last year, the U.S.

Students 138

Students Testing Quizzes Fairness 138

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 11, 2016

There’s even a ‘comment’ tool to start a discussion with students, faculty, or parents. Use this for visual explanations (when you want a virtual whiteboard), creative projects, a group discussion, and brainstorming. The format is clean, easy-to-understand, with familiar icons that make using it intuitive. Conclusion.

Study 84

Study Skills Fairness Discussions 84

eSchool News

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Palmdale School District Superintendent Dr. Raúl Maldonado discusses the district’s “Palmdale Promise” initiative, focusing on technological equity and early literacy. Well, that means getting back together with all of our teams and discussing. I’d like to wrap up these conversations. Like the next step of that.

Technology 164

Technology Schools English Mobile Devices 164

Edsurge

OCTOBER 29, 2017

Additionally, for some independent schools, the potentially disruptive nature of these devices and online spaces presents perceived threats to institutional history and norms. Ongoing discussions occur about how to navigate inevitable setbacks and how to ensure adequate bandwidth and technical support.

Schools 112

Schools Internet Lecturing Mobile Devices 112