eSchool News

JULY 17, 2025

By teaching students how to refine their searches and discussing the impact of these search skills, students will be more discerning when it comes to reviewing search results. When creating units of study, teachers should consider the type of resources students will be using.

Learning 253

Learning Lecturing Internet Textbooks 253

Edsurge

MAY 5, 2025

At the Human Computing Interaction Institute at Carnegie Mellon University, McLaren develops digital learning games to study how effective they are in the classroom and beyond. McLaren was preparing to replicate the study in schools in the fall with a different math game. One such game is called Decimal Point.

STEM 166

STEM Math Education Peer Review 166

Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 22, 2025

Introduce social studies experiences 6. Introduce core subjects, like math, English, science, and social studies, through play, creativity, and real-world experiences. Students study six novels, learn to write multiple essay formats, write and study poetry, and learn discussion skills. Start with core concepts 2.

Curriculum 98

Curriculum Social Studies Art Learning Styles 98

Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2025

Meanwhile, in my online section of the same course, students worked through carefully crafted modules at their own pace, their participation in discussion boards ebbing and flowing unpredictably. One of the most powerful techniques in my traditional classroom is the think-pair-share discussion format.

Active Learning 66

Active Learning Activities Learning Minute Papers 66

Teach Hub

MAY 16, 2025

Think-Pair-Share is a three-step discussion routine that helps students build confidence in their ideas before they share them with a larger group. These types of questions not only get students thinking but also give them something to discuss. What Is Think-Pair-Share? Thats when youll see the magic happen.

Fairness 80

Fairness Social Studies Questions Science 80

eSchool News

APRIL 28, 2025

With a universe of educational applications available, the study highlights how the proliferation of individual, poorly integrated digital tools in many districts is impacting students, parents, teachers, and district leaders. “The challenges with this approach depend on which type of user you are.

Schools 265

Schools Communication Evaluation Feedback 265

eSchool News

JULY 1, 2025

This ensured that all students at our school were included in the discussions.” I hope the demonstrations and campus visit solidified how important the ocean is and how there is so much out there to study and learn.” Erin Jones, a native of Bainbridge Island, Washington, was one of the URI graduate students.

STEM 130

STEM Middle School Middle School Laboratory 130

Edsurge

MAY 9, 2025

Not only do these courses offer students a jump-start on credits once they get to college, but they also equip them with skills like time management, critical thinking and study habits that researchers say encourage them to enroll and stay in college. Later, the teachers can meet with their instructors to discuss the lab.

Instructors 131

Instructors Math Study High School 131

Faculty Focus

MAY 20, 2025

Without adequate reading, students will be reluctant, or unable, to participate in class discussions and conversations for lack of understanding and fear of not measuring-up to peers (Severe, E., Course Context I teach a required, writing-intensive course for students in their junior year of their undergraduate studies. Stalnaker, J.,

Instructors 93

Instructors Assignments Participation Students 93

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Available within Discovery Education Experience, the essential companion for engaged K-12 classrooms, this new content supports instruction in a variety of disciplines including ELA, Math, Social Studies, and Careers Exploration.

Laboratory 191

Laboratory Social Studies Education Middle School 191

k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

In a recent interview with K12 Digest, Nam Ngo Thanh discussed his experience with technology, innovation, and education. For example, when I want to foster peer dialogue, I might use technology to let students record and respond to one another in a way that feels safe and authentic, especially for those who may be shy in live discussion.

Interdisciplinary 144

Interdisciplinary Learning Feedback Culture 144

eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2025

We’ve discussed grit, growth mindset, intrinsic motivation, relevance, autonomy, and purpose. Studies have found that while many online learning programs can produce significant gains when used at recommended dosages, only about 5% of students actually use them as recommended. All of those are real.

Motivation 276

Motivation Learning Students Achievement 276

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 24, 2025

A University of Pennsylvania study from 2024 found that students using AI for math prep scored lower. As opioid addiction remains a global health concern, medications like Suboxone are commonly discussed in training programs. Incorrect answers or misleading feedback may create confusion or lower academic performance.

Disabilities 145

Disabilities Ethics Schools Plagiarism 145

Faculty Focus

JULY 20, 2025

Campuses invest enormous time and energy revising their gen ed programs of study to create the kinds of interconnected learning experiences that produce broadly educated degree completers. Gen ed is great, so why is it discussed as a “hurdle.” Sadly, students often trudge through gen ed courses, without realizing the intended benefits.

Syllabus 95

Syllabus Education Ethics Instructors 95

Cult of Pedagogy

APRIL 27, 2025

In the 10 years since I chose a book called Make it Stick for a book study in the summer of 2015, I’ve been encouraging teachers to add more retrieval practice to their teaching. A big and growing body of research tells us that when we study with retrieval, we learn and remember things much better than we do by other review methods.

Multiple Choice Questions 80

Multiple Choice Questions Teachers Writing Questions 80

Faculty Focus

JUNE 17, 2025

Central to our discussion is the assertion that a “one-size-fits-all” approach to AI adoption is inadequate for educational institutions, whose missions and values differ significantly. Through best practices, case studies, and expert insights, we outline a step-by-step guide for institutions to craft their AI policies.

Ethics 118

Ethics Education Evaluation Fairness 118

Faculty Focus

JULY 15, 2025

solving a case study, evaluating evidence, or designing a project). Monitor and Support Groups in Real Time : Circulate during group work, check for understanding, and intervene as needed to guide discussion or clarify misconceptions. Create tasks that are complex enough to require collaboration (e.g.,

Assignments 73

Assignments Art Critical Thinking Motivation 73

Faculty Focus

APRIL 22, 2025

One student posited that AI could extend and enrich student learning by assisting in generating ideas, discussion points, and encouraging critical thinking. Discuss potential scenarios where they might utilize AI in the university classroom, preparing them for the challenges and opportunities ahead. References Anthology.

Ethics 89

Ethics Plagiarism Education Intelligence 89

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

The Rise of Online Learning Online learning has increasingly become a staple in education, with studies showing that over 30% of students now prefer it over traditional classroom settings. A study from the U.S. Department of Education found that 77% of online students reported a better balance between their studies and personal life.

Hybrid Learning 135

Hybrid Learning Learning Styles Study Critical Thinking 135

Faculty Focus

JUNE 24, 2025

Many studies have looked at ways to ensure the quality of online courses, providing general suggestions for best practices in the online environment (McNeal & Gray, 2021). Online courses can quickly become overwhelming as the emails, discussion posts, and papers roll in like the next COVID-19 variant.

eLearning 70

eLearning Students Assignments Feedback 70

Faculty Focus

MAY 15, 2025

The surveys included over 20 demographic questionscovering areas like housing, food security, disability status, and employmentfollowed by 1540 experience-based questions exploring academic confidence, mental health, study habits, and perceptions of inclusion. Each chapter is co-authored with students who lived the realities we discuss.

Disabilities 54

Disabilities Course Design Lecturing Students 54

Faculty Focus

JUNE 24, 2025

Many studies have looked at ways to ensure the quality of online courses, providing general suggestions for best practices in the online environment (McNeal & Gray, 2021). Online courses can quickly become overwhelming as the emails, discussion posts, and papers roll in like the next COVID-19 variant.

eLearning 68

eLearning Students Assignments Feedback 68

Faculty Focus

JUNE 17, 2025

Central to our discussion is the assertion that a “one-size-fits-all” approach to AI adoption is inadequate for educational institutions, whose missions and values differ significantly. Through best practices, case studies, and expert insights, we outline a step-by-step guide for institutions to craft their AI policies.

Ethics 75

Ethics Education Evaluation Fairness 75

Faculty Focus

JUNE 10, 2025

But scholars like Maha Bali reminded me that we need to engage with AI in order to discuss its implications and influence its outcomes. As GenAI use increases in our course development processes, I will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using specific tools, and we will work together to decide whether and how GenAI will be applied.

Instructors 82

Instructors Critical Thinking Plagiarism Intelligence 82

Faculty Focus

JUNE 10, 2025

But scholars like Maha Bali reminded me that we need to engage with AI in order to discuss its implications and influence its outcomes. As GenAI use increases in our course development processes, I will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using specific tools, and we will work together to decide whether and how GenAI will be applied.

Instructors 67

Instructors Critical Thinking Plagiarism Intelligence 67

Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 16, 2025

This foundational knowledge includes study skills. No matter what subject you teach, spend time showing students how to take notes, how to study for tests and quizzes, and how to balance their time between homework and other after-school activities. Once the dread of big tests is gone, you may find that engagement takes its place.

High School 52

High School High School Beliefs Schools 52

Faculty Focus

MAY 11, 2025

I admit that I did not have the most thoughtful or eloquent answer as I discussed trying to keep up with advances, to recognize the utility of AI, but also to continue to foster critical thinking skills in my students. He told me that he uses ChatGPT all the time (and he is not alone among students in doing so; Kichizo Terry, 2023).

Instructors 98

Instructors Motivation Critical Thinking Students 98

Lab to Class

JULY 3, 2025

Research on Attention to Interactions A newly released study showed that this preference for watching and paying attention to social interactions rather than individuals is not a new human development, but one shared with our genetic relatives, chimpanzees. These types of videos are better than just a single person talking about a topic.

Lecturing 52

Lecturing Attention Discussions Questions 52

Teaching with a Mountain View

JUNE 12, 2025

These real-world connections add depth to classroom discussions, spark curiosity, and inspire students to explore new topics. Some guests might read a picture book, share a hobby, discuss their career, etc. Discuss what your students have learned about the other communities, compare traditions, landscapes, etc. Plan ahead!

Writing 52

Writing Questions Discussions Activities 52

Faculty Focus

MAY 29, 2025

Even though current generational students resist group work, I encouraged them to team up with a study partner (for experience) where they can help each other with content, application, and reporting (even though all submissions must be individual and not just copied from their partner).

Student Engagement 96

Student Engagement Syllabus Learning Students 96

Faculty Focus

JUNE 8, 2025

Practical Application of the Belonging Social-Ecological Model The study underscores the pivotal role of departmental culture and environment in shaping a learner’s sense of belonging. Faculty should strongly consider whether their academic space provides the area for learners to study and have meals together. Pedregosa-Fauste, S.,

Evaluation 59

Evaluation Motivation Activities Study 59

Tim Manson

JULY 10, 2025

Yet, I have had little opportunity to discuss my particular opinions. I would love to discuss the aims, objectives and key foci for what consitutues learning in 2025 (and beyond) in Northern Ireland. We need more space to meet, discuss, chat and share ideas.

Curriculum 96

Curriculum Blended Learning Knowledge Discussions 96

Edsurge

JUNE 27, 2025

For Trumbore, it started in 2004, when she went to Stanford to work for Patrick Suppes, who had been studying computer-assisted learning since the 1960s. Yet as one of the many hardworking, unsung “humans in the loop,” as she calls them, who made the dream of mass education a reality, Trumbore was uniquely positioned to tell the edtech story.

History 111

History Intelligence Writing Knowledge 111

Faculty Focus

JULY 15, 2025

solving a case study, evaluating evidence, or designing a project). Monitor and Support Groups in Real Time : Circulate during group work, check for understanding, and intervene as needed to guide discussion or clarify misconceptions. Create tasks that are complex enough to require collaboration (e.g.,

Assignments 62

Assignments Art Critical Thinking Motivation 62

Faculty Focus

JUNE 8, 2025

Practical Application of the Belonging Social-Ecological Model The study underscores the pivotal role of departmental culture and environment in shaping a learner’s sense of belonging. Faculty should strongly consider whether their academic space provides the area for learners to study and have meals together. Pedregosa-Fauste, S.,

Evaluation 54

Evaluation Motivation Activities Study 54

Class Tech Tips

MAY 19, 2025

Kennedy and discussed his campaign for new frontier economic and social policies. Lowd asked her students to analyze whether the chatbot simulations accurately reflected the Kennedy speeches they had studied. Here is an excerpt from todays New York Times article, How Miami Schools Are Leading 100,000 students Into the A.I.

Discussions 112

Discussions Study High School High School 112

Dangerously Irrelevant

MAY 19, 2025

Kennedy and discussed his campaign for “new frontier” economic and social policies. Lowd asked her students to analyze whether the chatbot simulations accurately reflected the Kennedy speeches they had studied. Here is an excerpt from today’s New York Times article, How Miami Schools Are Leading 100,000 students Into the A.I.

Discussions 95

Discussions Study High School High School 95