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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eSchool News

JUNE 10, 2022

On Tuesday , attendees can hear from ISTE’s Madelyn Mock discuss the growing need for collaboration in education and how educators can look at education from a variety of lenses and all-encompassing perspectives that can deliver new learning to students. Monday’s mainstage speaker will be announced soon.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 14, 2024

Worries about using AI for academic help and answering questions led to many discussions on its role in the classroom. Improved personalization, collaboration, and gamification features : AI can customize learning experiences to match each student’s individual needs, preferences, and learning paces.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Gamification of Education This video is from a series I taught for school districts. It is now available for free, here on Ask a Tech Teacher: –summarize with NoteGPT Summary Jacqui Murray discusses the integration of technology in K-8 education, focusing on gamification to enhance learning.

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eSchool News

JULY 30, 2024

All the great teachers I had growing up found ways to involve the topic they were discussing, even tangentially, into current events. Math teachers showed how parabolas were effectively used for space exploration. Chemistry teachers demonstrated why solar power was difficult to harness.

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eSchool News

JUNE 28, 2024

Teachers should include an AI use chart (like this one from Ditch That Textbook ) with their course descriptions and have clear-cut discussions with parents and students about when AI use is and is not acceptable.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

#ICE18: Rushton Hurley Discusses Tactics for Leading a Digital Media Revolution. He discusses the ideal ways to successfully l ead your school through the deployment of a new classroom technology and why digital media can empower students to take ownership of their learning. meghan.bogardu…. Mon, 02/26/2018 - 10:30.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Beanstack , an edtech platform that helps schools encourage kids to read through gamification, demonstrated the importance of engaging readers. Qualcomm discussed with attendees how educators can and should embrace AI–and what platforms like ChatGPT mean for education. Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Get Your Gamification On. Several years ago, gamification was an emerging trend and even named one of the Horizon Report’s Top 10 things driving educational change. Of course, you don’t need an actual game or app to use elements of gamification in the classroom. Gamification allows teachers and students to connect.

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Edsurge

MARCH 16, 2021

At some point, gamification was going to be the answer. For this week’s EdSurge Podcast, we’re revising an episode from the summer that looks at a teaching fad from the 1960s and ’70s that has almost vanished from the discussion. It was called PSI, or Personalized System of Instruction.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The first few explain elections in general and the next teach the process through gamification. Senate as well as other forums where public policy is discussed, debated and decided––all without editing, commentary, talking heads, ads, or analysis, and with a balanced presentation of viewpoints. House of Representatives and the U.S.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 19, 2023

We recently read the following comments in a discussion section of an educational article highlighting the need for anti-racist training for teachers: “I teach in a predominantly white neighborhood so I don’t really need diverse science texts” and “I am not racist so I don’t need anti-racist training.”

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eSchool News

MARCH 7, 2024

Simple yet effective strategies, such as presenting a mystery box or revealing half of an image, encourage students to speculate, discuss, and inquire. Incorporating elements of gamification, such as unlocking clues or prizes, enhances motivation and bolsters learning outcomes.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 2, 2019

Digital breakouts, which use Google Forms among other tools, represent a type of gamification. How K–12 School Leaders Can Help Incorporate Gamification. Please join the discussion on Twitter by using the #ConnectIT hashtag. . . . MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out how K–12 teachers can gamify their classroom. by Joe McAllister.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2024

It is now available for free to Ask a Tech Teacher subscribers: Summary This video discusses using student presentations to enhance speaking and listening skills, aligning with Common Core standards. Teach Speaking and Listening Skills with Student Presentations This video is from a series I taught for school districts.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 17, 2025

It is now available for free, here on Ask a Tech Teacher: summarized by NoteGPT Summary In this video, Jacqui Murray discusses the concept of quick writes as a dynamic and engaging way to teach writing in the classroom. Collaborative Learning : Sharing and discussing quick writes with peers enhances understanding and communication skills.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

We are on track to see an increase in individualized homeschooling and e-learning, accompanied by the rising tide of gamification in education, promising a more engaging and dynamic learning experience. Diana Heldfond, CEO & Founder, Parallel Learning Are students learning?

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OCTOBER 28, 2022

The first few explain elections in general and the next teach the process through gamification. Senate as well as other forums where public policy is discussed, debated and decided––all without editing, commentary, talking heads, ads, or analysis, and with a balanced presentation of viewpoints. website, radio app, podcast.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 13, 2018

Discussion Boards. Gamification in a virtual classroom. Panel Discussion. e-Breakout rooms allow the teachers to break-up the entire class into various groups for online project work or discussion. e-Breakout rooms allow the teachers to break-up the entire class into various groups for online project work or discussion.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Feedback Mechanisms: Incorporating blog comments or discussion forum posts enables meaningful interaction. This collaboration strengthens their understanding and retention of the material while building a supportive classroom community. This feedback loop enhances the learning process and encourages critical thinking among students.

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eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2025

Gamification and student engagement Students respond differently to standard classroom instruction, with many finding greater motivation in game-inspired learning environments. Students who prefer visual learning gain additional channels for demonstrating their understanding and contributing to group discussions.

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Edsurge

APRIL 9, 2019

This relates to everything from how students physically interact with their devices to how well they handle challenges that come their way—avoiding distractions, navigating information online and responding to discussions online, to name just a few. Why gamifying your rollout may be the key.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

The primary trends identified by the team were: adaptive learning, open education resources (OER), gamification and game-based learning, MOOCs, LMS and interoperability, mobile devices, and design. As the conversation continued, Joosten discussed the importance of design in online course development, a primary finding in the scan.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Cyberbullying Prevention : Regular discussions about cyberbullying help destigmatize the issue and empower students to speak up and support one another, creating a safer online environment. Creative Engagement : Utilizing projects and creative tools not only makes learning fun but also aids retention.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Any connected educator has heard buzzwords like flipped classroom, gamification, social-emotional learning (SEL), differentiation, and personalized learning. When I designed the gamification unit, I had no idea the effect it would have. But Ray taught me an invaluable lesson about buzzwords, adaptability, and unintended results.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Among technology tools for teaching and learning, an engaging example of technology as a K-12 learning tool is educational gamification platforms. Educational gamification tools are versatile, applicable across various subjects, and encourage critical thinking skills. What is an example of technology as a learning tool?

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eSchool News

MAY 14, 2025

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 online at the same time in the morning for 1/2 hour and it might be a discussion about hey, how are you feeling today? They’ll do something that that they’ll call home room.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 5, 2025

This approach encourages them to reflect on language, meaning, and interpretation while engaging in text analysis, creative writing, public speaking, and gamification—all within an interactive, culturally rich framework. Interpret and Discuss    Within their groups, students analyze the song’s meaning. 

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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. Moreover, gamification elements in educational content will drive motivation, encouraging you to tackle challenges with enthusiasm.

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Scholarly Teacher

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Keywords: Gamification, Immersion, Faculty Development Introduction The way we live and work has changed dramatically since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Gamification is one strategy that can be used to engage learners. Gamification of adult learning: Gamifying employee training and development. link] Pozzi, F.,

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Not only are students locked in and engaged, but conversations are buzzing around the room—students discussing various facts surrounding the case. The Lindbergh lesson began as a straightforward article with discussion questions attached. Image Credit: James Flaskamp 4.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Classroom time is then used for hands-on activities, group discussions, or problem-solving tasks. Gamification is another method gaining traction. Instead of delivering lectures in class and assigning homework, teachers provide pre-recorded lessons or materials for students to review at home.

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EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2018

TCEA 2018: Educators Meet in Austin to Discuss the Future of the Classroom. This annual event brings together educators, administrators and IT leaders to discuss innovative tips on everything from professional development and classroom tech to thought leadership on accessibility. meghan.bogardu…. Mon, 01/15/2018 - 10:32.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

The first thing most teachers think about when discussing gamified learning is the online math games kids play. But those webtools exemplify where the gamification of education started. More on SAMR and Gamification. Maybe Vocabulary.com and its spelling games come to mind next. What more could you ask?

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Edsurge

AUGUST 31, 2017

When teaching this topic to students, there are a number of items to discuss, according to a resource from the Newseum in Washington, D.C. The idea of gamification, or learning academic content through game elements, is one way to try to increase student interest in and retention of ideas concerning this topic.

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Edsurge

JULY 24, 2018

The article focused on how clickers could help boost engagement and gamification in the classroom. Meanwhile, these tech tools continue to incorporate powerful strategies for learning, which are discussed less often. But it only mentioned the word “learn” twice. But what are students doing during the “think” stage?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 8, 2018

He has some great thoughts on breakout rooms, discussion forums, virtual reality, and gamifying lessons. Features and activities that enable collaboration among learners could be implemented in the form of chat-boxes, discussion forums, live interactive sessions supporting real-time data sharing capabilities, and many more.

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