Edsurge

DECEMBER 27, 2017

During that decade, McMaster University pioneered the problem-based learning approach with its medical students. “We We think they’re two sides of the same coin,” Larmer says of project- and problem-based learning.

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Learning Problem-Based Learning History Lecturing 167

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 28, 2016

My journey as an educator began thirty years ago and—I’ll admit—references to personalized learning were never mentioned or formally discussed back then. Specifically, this looked like: Establishing definitions and elements of Project/Problem Based Learning and Authentic, Active Learning Experiences.

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Teachers Learning Peer Review Students 167

Faculty Focus

MAY 29, 2025

This step was taken especially since it became more difficult for me over the years in the classroom to keep todays device-driven students focused beyond 10 seconds or less on an assigned major concept for each of my fifty-minute classes.Retained learning was there but not at the expected levels.In

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Student Engagement Syllabus Learning Students 81

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Active learning examples in the classroom encompass myriad techniques that promote student engagement, critical thinking, and deeper understanding. Here are several active learning teaching straegies: Think-Pair-Share : Students reflect on a prompt individually, discuss their thoughts with a partner, then share with the class.

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Active Learning Activities Teaching Critical Thinking 130

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

I’ve been utilizing mid-semester check-ins for several years now and have noticed that students respond best when I send out informal invitations to reflect on their learning experiences. By informal, I mean posting a short video inviting them to participate in a discussion forum, journal entry, or an anonymous online poll.

Student Engagement 131

Student Engagement Lecturing Students Feedback 131

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Examples of experiential learning inside the classroom There are as many examples of experiential learning as there are faculty members who engage their students experientially. Some examples of experiential learning inside the classroom include role play, debate, problem-based learning, and project-based learning.

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Learning Problem-Based Learning Students Lecturing 122

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 10, 2024

We must ‘unlearn’ traditional methods and acquire new skills, such as facilitating online interactions and assessing student learning online (Garnham and Kaleta 2002, 1-5). Want better discussion boards? This exploration will also enrich class discussions, whether done through an online meeting or on a discussion board.

Hybrid Courses 124

Hybrid Courses Gamification Discussions Online Learning 124

Edsurge

DECEMBER 27, 2019

KQED has classroom resources like Engineering for Good that support teachers as they bring engineering design (which involves researching and brainstorming solutions) into the classroom, as well as KQED Learn , where students build media literacy and critical thinking skills while researching and discussing contemporary issues.

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Critical Thinking Testing Evaluation Science 148

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Passive Listening : Merely listening to lectures or audio recordings without actively taking notes, asking questions, or participating in discussions. Some key active studying methods and learning strategies include: Collaborative Learning : Students work together in groups to solve problems, discuss ideas, and share perspectives.

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Study Activities Critical Thinking Active Learning 130

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

One prevalent technique is differentiated instruction, tailoring lesson plans to accommodate various learning styles and abilities within a classroom. Another notable strategy is project-based learning, where students tackle real-world problems or tasks to apply and integrate knowledge from multiple disciplines.

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Teaching Textbooks Learning Styles Teaching Methods 130

Dangerously Irrelevant

JULY 24, 2021

At the heart of Envision Academy’s approach is its problem-based learning orientation that focuses on teaching students to think. To get to this powerful point for students, though, requires a lot of previous powerful work on the part of teachers. It cannot be a single person.

Learning 121

Learning Problem-Based Learning Coaching Elementary School 121

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Examples of experiential learning inside the classroom There are as many examples of experiential learning as there are faculty members who engage their students experientially. Some examples of experiential learning inside the classroom include role play, debate, problem-based learning, and project-based learning.

Learning 98

Learning Problem-Based Learning Students Lecturing 98

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

I’ve been utilizing mid-semester check-ins for several years now and have noticed that students respond best when I send out informal invitations to reflect on their learning experiences. By informal, I mean posting a short video inviting them to participate in a discussion forum, journal entry, or an anonymous online poll.

Student Engagement 98

Student Engagement Lecturing Students Feedback 98

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

After months of research and a successful pilot, the district chose enVision to be that core mathematics curriculum because of its rigor, digital learning components, and engaging lessons. enVision offers an innovative math curriculum that helps educators teach with confidence and inspires students with hands-on, problem-based learning.

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Teach Hub

APRIL 3, 2025

Students pair up and discuss their responses with a partner. Why it works: Think-Pair-Share can be used before a lesson to activate prior knowledge or at the end of a lesson to summarize learning. It encourages participation, helps students refine their ideas through discussion, and builds confidence in sharing with a larger group.

Active Learning 67

Active Learning Activities Learning Critical Thinking 67

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 10, 2024

We must ‘unlearn’ traditional methods and acquire new skills, such as facilitating online interactions and assessing student learning online (Garnham and Kaleta 2002, 1-5). Want better discussion boards? This exploration will also enrich class discussions, whether done through an online meeting or on a discussion board.

Hybrid Courses 87

Hybrid Courses Gamification Discussions Online Learning 87

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

To learn about innovations in adult education, EdSurge invited Meg Benke, provost and executive vice president for academic affairs at SUNY Empire State, for a live online discussion as part of our series of video town halls called EdSurge Live. The big problem I have is students with the full loads.

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Students Testing Knowledge Assignments 159

Scholarly Teacher

DECEMBER 11, 2024

These dialogues, often referred to as cogen, are a structured discourse in which students and teachers discuss students learning and the environment around the course materials in an effort to identity and implement changes to the teaching and learning process (Boss & Linder, 2016).

Teaching 52

Teaching Syllabus Instructors Problem-Based Learning 52

Faculty Focus

MAY 29, 2025

This step was taken especially since it became more difficult for me over the years in the classroom to keep todays device-driven students focused beyond 10 seconds or less on an assigned major concept for each of my fifty-minute classes.Retained learning was there but not at the expected levels.In

Student Engagement 52

Student Engagement Syllabus Learning Students 52