eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2021

Here’s what they had to say: As many school districts remain virtual or use a hybrid model, teachers are doing everything they can to help students succeed in a distance learning environment, but at some point they will hit a wall and need help. Tara Ketner, Director of Client Success, Aperture Education.

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eSchool News

MARCH 26, 2020

As COVID-19 concerns prompt school closures around the world, many educators are turning to remote learning to keep students engaged. Distance learning requires students to be engaged in content in news ways,” explains educator and Minecraft certified trainer Becky Keene. “As

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

When students put that headset on, they can practice on a level that’s just not possible online or in the classroom. VR helps address two primary problems in language learning: motivation in older adults and engagement for younger learners. That fun gameplay keeps students engaged and interested in the lessons.

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Edsurge

JUNE 11, 2020

Many students are unable to participate virtually due to resource constraints. For those who can, it’s become abundantly clear that grades alone are insufficient to motivate learning. The impacts of COVID-19 are highlighting at least three ways in which schools can benefit from nurturing students’ agency: 1.

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eSchool News

APRIL 3, 2025

The material feels irrelevant or unvaluable to students One of the primary reasons students cheat is that they dont perceive the material being tested as valuable or relevant to their lives. This lack of relevance can make assessments feel like an obstacle rather than a learning opportunity. World Bank.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 4, 2023

We’ve heard more students say they don’t want to be in school and we’ve seen more students engaging in self-harming behaviors and reporting suicidal thinking. And it’s not just the students, more staff are retiring early or leaving the education system altogether.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

While she had time to change her mindset and be intentional with how she added technology into her teaching, so many teachers have grappled with the rapid influx of technology since districts hastily adopted one-to-one programs in a scramble to offer distance learning solutions for students during the pandemic.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Interactive simulations and virtual field trips bring students face-to-face with historical landmarks, famous works of art, and locations that are not accessible to the general public. These K-12 technology trends help enhance students’ engagement and conceptual understanding.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The National Center for Education Statistics reports that enrollment in distance learning courses was steadily rising even before the COVID-19 pandemic and continues to do so (Digest of Education Statistics, 2021). Online platforms should facilitate easy communication and collaboration among students.

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Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 6, 2024

There is often increased engagement and participation if the class is interactive, and this takes time to monitor and participate in. Research indicates that instructor participation in discussions can be an important component for instructor presence and student engagement (Vinton 2023). 2016, Fischer et al. Quality Matters.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

The integration of digital tools such as interactive software, cloud-based platforms, and adaptive learning systems has shifted traditional educational models towards more personalized, flexible, and engaging learning experiences. These tools make education more accessible, especially in distance learning contexts.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The National Center for Education Statistics reports that enrollment in distance learning courses was steadily rising even before the COVID-19 pandemic and continues to do so (Digest of Education Statistics, 2021). Online platforms should facilitate easy communication and collaboration among students.

Accessibility 98

Accessibility Disabilities Education Culture 98

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 6, 2024

There is often increased engagement and participation if the class is interactive, and this takes time to monitor and participate in. Research indicates that instructor participation in discussions can be an important component for instructor presence and student engagement (Vinton 2023). 2016, Fischer et al. Quality Matters.

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Instructors Course Design Students Authentic Assessment 97

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

The pandemic enabled educators worldwide to subscribe to virtual education products to aid in distance learning. This led to an oversaturation in products that students were exposed to, thus watering down the quality of each. The coming “Curiosity Revolution” will drive deeper student engagement in the post-Covid environment.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

The pandemic enabled educators worldwide to subscribe to virtual education products to aid in distance learning. This led to an oversaturation in products that students were exposed to, thus watering down the quality of each. The coming “Curiosity Revolution” will drive deeper student engagement in the post-Covid environment.

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Edsurge

APRIL 23, 2024

They’d need to make do with haphazard plans for distance learning through the end of the school year — perhaps longer. The most challenging part has definitely been trying to keep students engaged in the classroom and interested in their learning. For the past 1.5 It's hard to teach math, period.

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