Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2021

They result from a lack of focus on and engagement with the text I am reading. Unfortunately, I worry that students internalize these moments and assume they are not good readers when they don’t understand a text. Yet, reading is like any skill that we can improve with practice. Whole Group Rotation Model.

Activities 546

Activities Reading Learning Discussions 546

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.

Student Engagement 246

Student Engagement Students Coaching Teaching Methods 246

Edsurge

MARCH 9, 2023

Recently, I met with two education leaders to discuss how to improve teacher and student engagement through creativity. During the pandemic, she saw creativity pushed away as schools scrambled to get the traditional core content out to students. Why does creativity matter?

Student Engagement 206

Student Engagement Teachers Students Beliefs 206

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Artificial intelligence holds significant potential to address key challenges in education, particularly in enhancing student engagement and facilitating personalized learning. Basualto, a teacher with the Toronto District School Board, shares his experience leveraging AI for greater student engagement and more timely feedback.

Student Engagement 213

Student Engagement Ethics Teaching Education 213

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.

Student Engagement 218

Student Engagement Learning Students Middle School 218

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 5, 2021

I ask them to brainstorm and discuss with colleagues the benefits and challenges of teaching using the whole group, teacher-led, teacher-paced model. Blended Learning Benefit #1: Student Agency. What: Student agency is the students’ ability to make key decisions in the learning experience.

Blended Learning 544

Blended Learning Metacognitive Skills Learning Motivation 544

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 1, 2021

Teachers learn so much from listening to their students engaging in conversation or observing them as they work through a problem or task. Teachers and students will need a clear understanding of what they are working toward if they are going to measure student progress accurately. 2 Assess Prior Knowledge.

Learning 543

Learning Knowledge Writing Discussions 543

Catlin Tucker

JULY 9, 2020

A big issue for many teachers was a general lack of student engagement online. Teachers can ask students to complete these online asynchronously then share them during face-to-face sessions (blended) or in video conferencing sessions (online). While they engage with one another, group B will watch and observe. 5 minutes).

Active Learning 546

Active Learning Activities Learning Students 546

Edsurge

JANUARY 26, 2021

I’m also seeing students start to build their own little pods. 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.

Student Engagement 211

Student Engagement STEM Students Quizzes 211

eSchool News

DECEMBER 6, 2022

To engage the district’s K-5 students more deeply in science instruction, CCISD sought a solution that would make it easier than ever to integrate highly engaging digital resources into science instruction. Editable ready-to-use worksheets and assessments are also available in both English and Spanish.

Science 241

Science Student Engagement Social Studies English 241

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Among the new content and resources now available to users of Discovery Education Experience are: Ready-To-Teach Lessons Enhancing Curriculum Built around research-based instructional strategies, these new ready-to-teach lessons and activities target critical classroom needs and help teachers create unique learning opportunities for each student.

Laboratory 191

Laboratory Social Studies Education Middle School 191

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

Students are grouped based on their skill or ability levels and rotate through all the stations. This structure balances differentiated instruction and uniform content delivery, providing personalized support and consistent foundational learning for all students.

Teaching 395

Teaching Writing Essay Discussions 395

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

Engagement Active involvement in learning that is relevant, valuable, and interesting Representation Access to multiple ways to experience or receive information Action and Expression Set goals, monitor and track progress toward goals, engage in metacognitive skill-building through self-assessment and demonstrate knowledge in a variety of ways.

Universal Design 545

Universal Design Blended Learning Metacognitive Skills Learning 545

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 21, 2019

When I facilitate station rotation workshops with teachers using StudySync , I encourage them to consider designing offline discussion stations. There is value in having a small group of six to eight students discuss a text as opposed to facilitating a whole group discussion. Compliment strong points made.

Discussions 283

Discussions Writing Communication Questions 283

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.

Motivation 481

Motivation Learning Outcomes Communication Coaching 481

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Teach Speaking and Listening Skills with Student Presentations This video is from a series I taught for school districts. 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.

Skills 170

Skills Teaching Gamification Critical Thinking 170

Catlin Tucker

MAY 13, 2024

Shifting from teacher-led to student-led learning requires that teachers equip students with the skills necessary to assume responsibility for specific learning activities in the classroom. Second, teaching students how to engage with media in a meaningful way can free teachers from the front of the room.

Teaching 392

Teaching Critical Thinking Discussions Questions 392

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.

Motivation 358

Motivation Culture Testing Discussions 358

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.,

Blended Learning 535

Blended Learning Critical Thinking Communication Participation 535

eSchool News

MAY 28, 2021

PBLWorks created a free eBook for families and teachers called “ This Teachable Moment ,” which provides an introduction to project-based learning and 21 projects that students can do independently at home this summer, or in the classroom. Here, Lenz and Adams discuss why project-based learning is such a powerful way to keep students engaged.

Hybrid Learning 297

Hybrid Learning Learning Discussions Skills 297

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. Teachers can use this one-on-one or small group time for a range of tasks.

Teachers 481

Teachers Art Feedback Writing 481

eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Concerns about academic dishonesty, loss of critical thinking skills, and inappropriate content creation have sparked discussions about banning AI tools like ChatGPT, Grammarly, and others. This skill–information literacy–is essential in today’s information-saturated world. Rethinking AI as a tool for empowerment 1.

Ethics 333

Ethics Critical Thinking Essay Students 333

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

It’s not solely about shifting the content and curriculum but rethinking the way that I teach to reflect the strengths, values, and priorities of my students. The ways and means of learning in the classroom should mirror the culture and community of the students in it. Students engaged because others relied on them to do so.

Skills 218

Skills Teaching Essay Students 218

Catlin Tucker

MAY 4, 2024

They are designed to combine educational technology with specific teaching protocols that promote active learning, student engagement, and collaboration in the classroom. The goal is to streamline the teaching process while maximizing student participation, understanding, and skill development.

Writing 383

Writing Feedback Learning Spaces Activities 383

Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 25, 2023

Wondering how to get your students upbeat about learning math? According to the study, learners who only received teacher training and did not engage with the online learning tools had poorer achievement scores. Teachers enjoy a boost in student engagement The use of interactive technology helps make lessons fascinating.

Math 147

Math Student Engagement Teachers Mobile Devices 147

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

There are a number of ways to make math more collaborative and fun, including shifting the emphasis from procedures to discourse, embracing game-based learning, and using data to continually adapt tools to students’ needs. One way to know you’ve got a great problem-solving task is that it creates rich discussion.

Math 309

Math Game-Based Learning Gamification STEM 309

eSchool News

JUNE 6, 2022

And now, teachers are using Wordle, along with other games with viral status, to boost student engagement. Some educators have suggested using Wordle with younger students to teach them how to navigate and develop keyboarding skills. The popular game tasks users with guessing–in six guesses–a five-letter word.

Teachers 304

Teachers Student Engagement Discussions Teaching 304

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

“Our community has benefited greatly from the Global Cities model, and we’re eager to give more students the opportunity to connect with a diverse set of peers, he said. You could think of it as a virtual roundtable rivaling a U.N. assembly, except the diplomats are 12 years old.

Critical Thinking 363

Critical Thinking Knowledge Learning Outcomes Skills 363

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 22, 2023

Part III: Thinking About Thinking Series This is part three of a five-part series focused on using thinking routines to drive metacognitive skill building. This helps students understand the scientific process and how their understanding changed based on evidence. This promotes critical thinking and historical empathy.

Ethics 331

Ethics Metacognitive Skills Culture Critical Thinking 331

Faculty Focus

JUNE 5, 2025

Some students prioritize subjects they perceive as more directly tied to their major or career, while others simply feel the weight of mid-semester exhaustion. In the spring, the long winter months can add to this fatigue, making it even harder to keep students engaged (Rohan and Sigmon, 2000).

Language 86

Language Languages Instructors Culture 86

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

As technology continues to shape every facet of modern life, proficiency in navigating digital tools, critically evaluating online information, and responsibly engaging in the digital space becomes crucial. Additionally, digital literacy cultivates critical thinking skills. What are the 3 main skills of digital literacy?

Skills 130

Skills Critical Thinking Ethics Evaluation 130

eSchool News

JANUARY 17, 2024

Over the past decade, we’ve seen students engage in multiple ways productively (with one another, with the subject matter, with their peers worldwide). Secret 2: Student expertise. Students ages 10-13 are rarely seen as experts or asked to share their perspectives and lived experiences.

Teaching 344

Teaching Critical Thinking Assignments Learning 344

Faculty Focus

MAY 20, 2025

In a course that requires out-of-class reading, that conversation is highly reliant on students doing their part and completing the assigned reading.However, in recent semesters, students engaging in focused reading in which they annotate text is dwindling. Stalnaker, J., Hubbard, A., H., & Bailey, E.

Instructors 87

Instructors Assignments Participation Students 87

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 17, 2022

In my last two posts on self-awareness and self-management , I explored strategies for helping students identify, understand, and regulate their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. The next social-emotional skill is responsible decision-making. 1st misstep: Verbal redirect 2nd misstep: Move student to an alternative seating area (e.g.,

Learning 370

Learning Syllabus Evaluation Discussions 370

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.

Ethics 334

Ethics Gamification Schools Discussions 334

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

However, students engaged in cheating well before tools like ChatGPT became household names. Setting these expectations reinforces the notion that AI is a tool and provides students the opportunity to think about their process, not just the end result. Related : Embracing AI for limitless learning potential

Plagiarism 332

Plagiarism Education Assignments Essay 332

eSchool News

APRIL 8, 2025

Despite this demand, many students lack the foundational interest or skills needed to pursue these opportunities. Allowing students to explore and actively engage with real-world phenomena sparks curiosity, deepens understanding, and levels the playing field for learners with diverse needs and experiences.

STEM 303

STEM Learning Science Critical Thinking 303