Faculty Focus

JULY 15, 2025

Feelings of disconnection from their peers and institutions persisted after students returned to campus from remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. To address this dismal response to education, we must promote inclusive and respectful learning environments that foster engagement, motivation, and active discourse.

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Edsurge

JUNE 13, 2025

One half is described as entrepreneurial, image-conscious and highly motivated. They discuss whether innovation matters more now because the world feels so unstable. But over the past year, there’s been a growing narrative in business and media circles that Gen Z, a cohort born between 1997 and 2012, is starting to split in two.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 5, 2025

In the spring, the long winter months can add to this fatigue, making it even harder to keep students engaged (Rohan and Sigmon, 2000). This is the moment when a language instructor must pivot, shifting the classroom dynamic to reignite curiosity and motivation. Students listen to the song and fill in the blanks.

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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. Research indicates that active participation leads to higher retention rates, which can be upwards of 60% for students engaged in interactive learning.

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Faculty Focus

JULY 15, 2025

Feelings of disconnection from their peers and institutions persisted after students returned to campus from remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. To address this dismal response to education, we must promote inclusive and respectful learning environments that foster engagement, motivation, and active discourse.

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Assignments Art Critical Thinking Motivation 61

Faculty Focus

JUNE 24, 2025

Students may feel lonely, and faculty can feel overwhelmed even in well-designed online classes; however, a focus on engagement and well-being educators can support faculty and students via simple, low-tech, and personalized strategies in conjunction with the learning platform.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 24, 2025

Students may feel lonely, and faculty can feel overwhelmed even in well-designed online classes; however, a focus on engagement and well-being educators can support faculty and students via simple, low-tech, and personalized strategies in conjunction with the learning platform.

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eLearning Students Assignments Feedback 66

Teaching with a Mountain View

JUNE 12, 2025

Building community connections outside our classroom, by allowing students to interact with authors, public leaders, community professionals, etc., These real-world connections add depth to classroom discussions, spark curiosity, and inspire students to explore new topics. makes learning more meaningful.

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k12

JULY 10, 2025

There are proven tools, techniques, and activities that can enhance the engagement and effectiveness of online learning for students. Why Online Student Engagement Matters Online learning offers a host of unique opportunities that empower students to learn in ways that work best for them. The good news?

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Teach Hub

JUNE 18, 2025

Take notes to help your brain process the information, reflect on how you can use the new information in your own classroom, and participate if there is a discussion board or group chat. If your course was about increasing student engagement, then try one technique that you learned one week and another the next.

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Teacher Toms Blog

MAY 28, 2025

Here are a few other quotes from standard school education types included in a recent Newsweek article hyping the Generation Alpha fears: "There's a noticeable shift in student engagement and accountability." Many students today appear apathetic and disconnected from their own learning." It has always been a bore.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Key points: Tying classroom decor to learning themes is great for student engagement The psychology of classroom management 3 pillars for building a positive classroom culture For more news on classroom management, see eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Teachers have their own preferences and approach when it comes to classroom decor.

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eSchool News

JUNE 8, 2023

The discussion extends far beyond these well-known online learning tools. There are some emerging peer-learning and social-learning edtech tools that can further transform every facet of the classroom experience, particularly heightening engagement. What is student engagement? Let’s see how.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 16, 2019

Related content: 5 discussion tools to fuel student engagement. And, the goals for students engaged in this type of learning include self-esteem, empathy, motivation, and commitment.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2022

This year’s 9th most-read story focuses on instructional strategies for better student engagement. Student engagement has long been an indicator of growth and progress, and in the wake of the pandemic, it will prove essential for academic and social-emotional recovery. 4: Hands-on learning.

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

We talked about building student agency into the various parts of the project to increase student engagement and motivation. We discussed strategies for collecting formative assessment data to ensure we knew what support students needed from us as they worked.

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2024

Dr. Alex Marrero, Superintendent of Denver Public Schools discussed the community hubs initiative in Denver, aimed at leveling the playing field for students facing poverty. Carlanda Miller, also known as The Magical Teacher, shared her approach to motivating students and creating a joyful learning environment.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 5, 2021

I hope that a close examination of this approach to designing and facilitating lessons will motivate teachers to explore alternative models that free them from the front of the room. I ask them to brainstorm and discuss with colleagues the benefits and challenges of teaching using the whole group, teacher-led, teacher-paced model.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

And almost every conversation I have with educators regardless of whether they are classroom teachers, instructional specialists or administrators is around student engagement. All of them are asking, with some urgency, about how we can boost student engagement under these difficult and fluctuating circumstances.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 5, 2023

As teachers, we know that the physical environment of a classroom can have a significant impact on how students engage with the material and each other. From the color of the walls to the lighting and temperature, every aspect of the room can contribute to a student’s ability to feel comfortable and stay focused.

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

In this episode, Travis and I talk about school design and the ways in which Harrisburg School District is reimagining school for its students. If you are part of a professional learning community, the questions below are designed to facilitate a conversation–in person or online–about the issues discussed in this episode of The Balance.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 26, 2021

A few of them come together to discuss what’s going on in class and utilize Google Whiteboard to share notes. The teachers are loving that the students are learning to self-facilitate and come to class with articulated questions. How are you keeping yours motivated and engaged? The teacher has nothing to do with it.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 29, 2021

It was exciting to see how the addition of a single device enabled my students to drive their learning and engage in meaningful student-centered learning activities. I customized my instruction, examples, models, and scaffolds for the students sitting in front of me. Students can be grouped flexibly (e.g.,

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Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Around the semester midpoint you may be noticing that some of your students are becoming overwhelmed, may lack motivation, or feel disconnected from the class. Below, let me share instructional strategies that I use in my courses (virtual, asynchronous, and in-person) to recover student engagement. Sound familiar?

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

Complex Problem Solving: Tasks that involve higher-order thinking and problem-solving, such as math word problems, scientific experiments, or coding projects, often require different amounts of time for students to analyze, understand, and solve. This sustained engagement helps maintain their interest and motivation in the learning process.

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eSchool News

MARCH 8, 2024

Schools should reimagine the learning processes and leverage in-person and hybrid learning to help students achieve the best possible results. The potential for innovation and student engagement are only scratching the surface when it comes to the advantages of online learning. What are the challenges of online learning?

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Faculty Focus

JANUARY 19, 2023

Every teacher knows it’s essential, and every teacher tries to motivate students. If only there were a list of surefire strategies, those tricks that always get students and teachers fired up and moving forward. But motivation doesn’t lend itself to easy answers or surefire solutions. What to do then?

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Motivation Beliefs Students Assignments 116

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

In high school, I competed in statewide competitions with the Business Professionals of America , a student organization focused on career and leadership development, through which I learned how to receive feedback and how to lose with grace and maintain pride. Competition can be thrilling and motivating to those who choose to engage.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2023

Many instructors have observed variability in students’ motivation to learn and grow. How can we, as educators, enable engagement, persistence, and improved performance in the classroom? In other words, can we foster greater motivation? When the path to success is clear, students engage and apply effort.

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Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Each factor plays a role in shaping various academic achievements: Prior knowledge of the subject matter Motivation and engagement Learning goals Learning strategies Prioritization of the course Outside responsibilities College students take a course for various reasons, for example, to meet a major or minor requirement or for personal interest.

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eSchool News

MARCH 23, 2021

Many schools are opening or converting to hybrid, so in a push for a strong finish, it’s important for educators to keep students motivated during the final stretch. There was a typical book discussion via Zoom, but then there were also several virtual participatory art projects.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 24, 2025

ReadWorks is free and provides all its resources free of charge and has both printed and digital versions of the material available to teachers and students (Education Technology Nonprofit, 2021). When students are given a visual representation of their progress, their engagement and motivation increases.

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Technology Special Education Motivation Writing 267

eSchool News

APRIL 1, 2024

Inspiring district leaders, classroom teachers, and school staff have found unique and innovative ways to engage students in learning, motivating students to see beyond classroom walls and truly immerse themselves in learning. It’s possible to build student engagement in STEM classrooms.

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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. “Games are among childrens favorite activities, especially for primary school students. Students answer the questions, and the leaderboard keeps them excited without putting too much pressure on anyone.

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 15, 2025

This involves evaluating the most effective methods and learning environments to engage students and enhance their achievement of desired learning outcomes. As students and educators adapt to digital platforms, student engagement has emerged as a key concern in online learning.

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Faculty Focus

JANUARY 19, 2023

Every teacher knows it’s essential, and every teacher tries to motivate students. If only there were a list of surefire strategies, those tricks that always get students and teachers fired up and moving forward. But motivation doesn’t lend itself to easy answers or surefire solutions. What to do then?

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Motivation Beliefs Students Assignments 98

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

The State of Engagement 2019 report , from edtech SaaS provider GoGuardian, features insight from hundreds of students, teachers, school leaders, and IT administrators to identify the specific factors contibuting to an engaging learning experience. Related content: 5 online discussion tools to fuel student engagement.

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