Discussions, Gamification and Learning Tools

How to Make Online Learning More Engaging and Effective for Students

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JULY 10, 2025

These quick check-ins help students (and teachers) assess what they’ve learned and break up longer sessions with interactive moments. Discussion Forums: Some programs include online forums where students can continue conversations beyond the classroom. Interactive Games: Learning can (and should!)

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5 ways to integrate gamification into your classroom

eSchool News

JANUARY 10, 2025

As a fourth-grade teacher, Ive seen how gamification can transform a regular lesson into something my students look forward to. Here are five ways to integrate gamification into your classroom, using tools like Quizizz, Gimkit, Quizlet, and Blooket. Students grouped terms into meaningful categories and discussed their reasoning.

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9 ways collaborative learning benefits teachers and students

eSchool News

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Editor’s note : This story on collaborative learning originally appeared on CoSN’s blog and is reposted here with permission. Mutual benefits of learning technology…together Learning together with students can provide several benefits for teachers and students to support the overall learning process.

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35 edtech innovations we saw at FETC 2023

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

This year’s Future of Education Technology Conference landed in New Orleans, and the conference was abuzz with post-pandemic learning recovery tools, solutions to promote equity among students and parents, strategies for digital access, student mental health, social and emotional learning tools, and more.

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Leveraging edtech for differentiated instruction

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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How Do You Use Technology to Improve Your Learning?

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Overall, a strategic integration of technology in K-12 education empowers educators to create dynamic, engaging, and personalized learning environments that prepare students for the challenges of the digital age. What is an example of technology as a learning tool? These platforms, like Kahoot!

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Your Device Rollout Isn’t About Hardware—It’s About Engagement

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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What is the 21st Century Lesson Plan?

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 24, 2015

Failure is a learning tool. Assessment might include a quiz or test, but it also judges the student’s transfer of knowledge from other classes, their tenacity in digging into the topic, their participation in classroom discussions, and more. It means you differentiate for the needs of your parents.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Traditional classroom learning is now modernizing Debates remain about online vs. classroom learning Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends Classroom learning remains a cornerstone of education, fostering a dynamic environment where students engage with peers and instructors in real-time.

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Strategies for Teaching Complex Subjects in Large Hybrid Classrooms Across Campus: Bridging Engagement and Equity Across Modalities

Faculty Focus

MARCH 4, 2025

Students in smaller classes often feel more comfortable asking questions and engaging in discussions, fostering a collaborative learning environment. This not only bridges the gap between campuses but also fosters teamwork and communication skills (Columbia Center for Teaching and Learning, 2021).

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Strategies for Teaching Complex Subjects in Large Hybrid Classrooms Across Campus: Bridging Engagement and Equity Across Modalities

Faculty Focus

MARCH 4, 2025

Students in smaller classes often feel more comfortable asking questions and engaging in discussions, fostering a collaborative learning environment. This not only bridges the gap between campuses but also fosters teamwork and communication skills (Columbia Center for Teaching and Learning, 2021).

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Learning Games Startup, Motion Math Moves to a New Home: Curriculum Associates

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

After a six-month discussion that began this spring, it became a reality. Those number may be indicative of the growing acceptance of digital games as a valuable learning tool. Despite all the challenges and setbacks, Klein believes there’s “tons” of room for developers to build quality learning games. “I

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Making Learning Enjoyable in K12 Online Schooling: A Parent’s Guide to Success

k12 Online Schools

APRIL 22, 2025

Part 4: Practical Strategies for Creating Joyful Learning at Home Lets now explore specific strategies parents can implement to make online schooling classes more engaging and enjoyable for their children. Incorporate Gamification Techniques Gamification involves applying game elements to non-game contexts, like schoolwork.

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Online Learning Meets Social Media: A New Era of Education

k12 Online Schools

MAY 7, 2025

Many online learners, especially in middle and high school, are checking Instagram during breaks, watching study tips on TikTok, and discussing class projects in WhatsApp groups. Discord servers allow online students to discuss homework, share notes, or just hang out and bond, helping recreate the social experience of school.

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