Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2025

I was watching as a few of my students took notes while the remaining students sat passively, perhaps hoping my animated gestures and pacing would somehow osmotically transfer my explanation of classical conditioning into their brains. Yet simply abandoning these proven engagement strategies isn’t the answer.

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Active Learning Activities Learning Minute Papers 65

Faculty Focus

JUNE 5, 2025

Halfway through the semester, it’s not uncommon to notice a shift in your students’ energy levels (Baghurst and Kelley, 2013; Kumari et al., 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.

Languages 95

Languages Language Instructors Culture 95

eSchool News

JUNE 16, 2025

These platforms are designed to be interactive, accessible, and aligned with educational standards, offering students the opportunity to explore STEM topics at their own pace–and often, while having fun. –and guides students through engaging experiments using simple, everyday materials.

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STEM Learning Science Textbooks 222

Faculty Focus

MAY 11, 2025

Balch & Blanck, 2025; Butulis, 2023; Parks & Oslick, 2024) and to provide their students with instruction and practice in using AI in productive and ethical ways (e.g., As the capacity of AI grows to complete increasingly complex tasks, we (as college instructors) may wonder what we can offer our students in the age of AI.

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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. Learning does not occur in isolation.

eLearning 69

eLearning Students Assignments Feedback 69

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. Learning does not occur in isolation.

eLearning 67

eLearning Students Assignments Feedback 67

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

That vision became AEF Schools , a place designed for students who needed something differenta structured, supportive environment where learning goes beyond textbooks and tests. Operating three campuses in the Davie area, AEF Schools cater to a diverse student population through two Preparatory Programs and one Academy Program.

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Skills Schools Learning Students 137

Teach Thought

JULY 11, 2025

Views Facebook Linkedin Print These Learning Strategies Make Students Curious by Terry Heick Understanding where curiosity comes from is the holy grail of education. 5 Things That Make Students Curious 1. At worst you’ve got engaged learners, and a real shot at curiosity. 5 Learning Strategies That Make Students Curious

Learning 93

Learning Students Critical Thinking Game-Based Learning 93

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Charlotte, NC Discovery Education , the creators of indispensable K-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced an exciting new slate of standards-aligned educational content and instructional resources for Back-to-School 2025 that will inspire teachers and engage students.

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2025

The pilot program, in which four GSO students worked with approximately 200 students from the Providence Public School District middle school, was developed by the Rhode Island Department of Education and funded by a $10,000 STEMx Challenge Grant. It was deeply rewarding to put the students at ease, since I was a stranger to them.

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STEM Middle School Middle School Laboratory 130

Faculty Focus

JUNE 5, 2025

Halfway through the semester, it’s not uncommon to notice a shift in your students’ energy levels (Baghurst and Kelley, 2013; Kumari et al., 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.

Languages 65

Languages Language Instructors Culture 65

Edsurge

JUNE 13, 2025

Each student receives a fictional budget and must bid on leadership traits they value most. What has changed is the way students talk about those traits. In the earlier years, students would bid quickly, justify their picks in straightforward terms, and move on. “I Students linger over the choices. Communication is key.”

Beliefs 143

Beliefs Communication Lecturing Culture 143

Teach Hub

JUNE 12, 2025

If you’re trying to get students to really think while they read, not just skim or restate facts, then reciprocal reading might be just the technique you’re looking for. But what it does is something that every teacher hopes for: it helps students take control of their own reading process.

Reading 66

Reading Discussions Fairness Questions 66

Edsurge

MAY 27, 2025

In that time, each fellow has managed to speak vulnerably about educational leadership, student engagement and systemic challenges in K-12 education. Burns opening quote is a reminder that teaching is purpose-driven work and that student growth and development depend on supporting teachers and school leaders.

Education 118

Education Essay Culture Math 118

Faculty Focus

JULY 15, 2025

Students in higher education also deserve nurturing spaces that focus on utilizing their personalized strengths and needs to foster increased academic and social development. According to a recent survey by Salesforce (2022), just 12% of college students felt a strong sense of belonging in their institutions.

Assignments 66

Assignments Art Critical Thinking Motivation 66

Faculty Focus

APRIL 22, 2025

Rather than simply acknowledging that students are using AI, we should create opportunities for them to explore practical strategies. This approach will help students better understand and utilize AI as an educational ally, enabling innovative methods for effective classroom integration.

Ethics 88

Ethics Plagiarism Education Intelligence 88

Faculty Focus

JUNE 15, 2025

One student tilted their head. Engagement. The Paradox Effect That one question—unresolved, unanswerable, alive—did more to wake up my students than any HBR case ever had. They create a space where both students and teachers can explore, not just explain. “Why do organizations love change, but hate their changemakers?”

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Syllabus Ethics Art Questions 98

Faculty Focus

APRIL 27, 2025

Creating a sense of belonging is crucial to student success and persistence, especially for nontraditional, working students in online programs. The programs rigorous nature, combined with students full-time jobs and family commitments, leaves little time to build peer connections or a sense of community.

STEM 53

STEM Science Activities Student Engagement 53

Faculty Focus

JUNE 15, 2025

One student tilted their head. Engagement. The Paradox Effect That one question—unresolved, unanswerable, alive—did more to wake up my students than any HBR case ever had. They create a space where both students and teachers can explore, not just explain. “Why do organizations love change, but hate their changemakers?”

Syllabus 85

Syllabus Ethics Art Questions 85

Faculty Focus

JUNE 17, 2025

This article delves into the complexities of developing and implementing an AI framework that not only aligns with an institution’s unique mission but also addresses the diverse needs of its stakeholders, including faculty, students, staff, and administration.

Ethics 117

Ethics Education Evaluation Fairness 117

Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 16, 2025

Explore different classroom setup ideas to see which might work best for your classroom size and layout, your current students, and your different lessons. Conference Seating: Best for whole-class discussions 2. Flexible Seating: Best for adapting to students’ individual needs 4. Table of Contents 1.

Classroom Management 98

Classroom Management Discussions Grades Lecturing 98

Lab to Class

JULY 3, 2025

We have all seen the stereotypical portrayal of the traditional school setting where a teacher stands at the front of the classroom and spends the entirety of class time giving a lecture and asking questions of the students. No matter how interesting the teacher, sometimes it can be hard for students to focus for very long on a lecture.

Lecturing 52

Lecturing Attention Discussions Questions 52

Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 16, 2025

But their reluctance has less to do with what’s happening in class and more to do with their identities as students. The key to engaging reluctant high schoolers is to get them more interested in their own learning. Shift to a student-centered classroom 8. Create an engaging learning environment for all abilities 1.

High School 52

High School High School Beliefs Schools 52

Faculty Focus

JUNE 17, 2025

This article delves into the complexities of developing and implementing an AI framework that not only aligns with an institution’s unique mission but also addresses the diverse needs of its stakeholders, including faculty, students, staff, and administration.

Ethics 74

Ethics Education Evaluation Fairness 74

k12

JULY 10, 2025

Virtual classrooms are now a trusted and permanent part of the K-12 landscape, offering flexibility and customization to help students thrive. There are proven tools, techniques, and activities that can enhance the engagement and effectiveness of online learning for students. The good news?

Online Learning 52

Online Learning Quizzes Learning Motivation 52

Faculty Focus

JULY 15, 2025

Students in higher education also deserve nurturing spaces that focus on utilizing their personalized strengths and needs to foster increased academic and social development. According to a recent survey by Salesforce (2022), just 12% of college students felt a strong sense of belonging in their institutions.

Assignments 61

Assignments Art Critical Thinking Motivation 61

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Too many students don’t reach grade-level metrics and no one can agree on the cause. As students increasingly seek flexible and interactive learning experiences, the conventional approach may not meet their needs any longer. Something broke in American education these past years. You might wonder why this preference exists.

Hybrid Learning 135

Hybrid Learning Learning Styles Study Critical Thinking 135

Teaching with a Mountain View

JUNE 12, 2025

When we intentionally broaden our students’ worlds with unique ways to build community connections, we create new opportunities for our students to see themselves as part of a larger community. These real-world connections add depth to classroom discussions, spark curiosity, and inspire students to explore new topics.

Writing 52

Writing Questions Discussions Activities 52

Dangerously Irrelevant

MAY 8, 2025

Redesigning Lessons for Deeper Learning and Student Engagement As much as we’re worried about ‘learning loss,’ our students aren’t going to learn if they’re not first engaged. Let’s create reasons for students to come to school and opportunities to do things that are interesting! Register soon!

Ethics 52

Ethics Teachers Plagiarism Critical Thinking 52

eSchool News

MAY 14, 2025

We defined digital learning as all these instances where students are learning outside of the time and place constraints that you see in a traditional school in a traditional. What we’re seeing much more commonly is students who are mixing on site and online learning. In their schedule. You’re with and.

Learning 130

Learning Discussions Gamification Technology 130

Teach Hub

APRIL 30, 2025

Keeping students engaged is a daily goal that teachers are always trying to hit, and for good reason: its directly tied to how much students learn and retain. Simply stepping outside can make a noticeable difference in your students attention and energy levels. Try beginning with a simple nature walk.

Activities 81

Activities Teaching Learning Attention 81

Priceless Ponderings

MAY 25, 2025

And while its one of the most exciting times of the day for students, it can also be one of the most chaoticunless youve got clear science safety lab rules in place. Even in elementary science, were asking students to work with new materials and lab equipment they dont encounter anywhere else. A good rule of thumb: keep it simple.

Science 52

Science Activities Classroom Management Critical Thinking 52

k12 Digest

MAY 21, 2025

If we want students to thrive in inclusive environments, educators must be equipped to recognize and address inequities head-on. Through intentional design, school leaders can move their respective staffs from awareness to action, cultivating the critical consciousness needed to support all students.

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Confidentiality Culture Discussions Beliefs 213

k12 Digest

MAY 21, 2025

If we want students to thrive in inclusive environments, educators must be equipped to recognize and address inequities head-on. Through intentional design, school leaders can move their respective staffs from awareness to action, cultivating the critical consciousness needed to support all students.

Confidentiality 130

Confidentiality Culture Discussions Beliefs 130

Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 18, 2025

Students can make heartfelt thank-you cards for local veterans or craft bright poppies to share at home. Veterans Day Craft By TNB Creations Grades: K-6th This seven-page craft takes about an hour to complete and includes a picture for students to color, along with space to write a letter. You might read The Poppy Lady by Barbara E.

Activities 97

Activities Teaching History Writing 97

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.

Participation 52

Participation Learning Styles Motivation Classroom Management 52

Edsurge

MAY 7, 2025

Walking students through the unsettling complexities of the past has never been an easy job. Painting approaches to history in stark black and white can shut down debate and keep social studies teachers from achieving what 94 percent of them report is the most important part of their job: preparing students for meaningful civic engagement.

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History Social Studies Teachers Textbooks 179