Catlin Tucker

JULY 2, 2019

I’m not sure how this unrealistic expectation became the norm in education. Technology can help teachers manage the daunting task of assessing their students’ knowledge and skills. Teachers using a learning management system, like Schoology , can create quizzes that grade themselves and deliver quick assessment data.

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eSchool News

JUNE 12, 2024

As an educator, I know firsthand how overwhelming this can be, but I’ve also witnessed the opportunities such change can provide. With constantly evolving technology, educators have access to an ever-expanding array of digital tools and apps designed to create engaging learning experiences. Though it does have a cost – between $6.99

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 1, 2015

ExitTicket is a rapid-response tool that lets teachers instantly poll, survey, or test student knowledge via custom quizzes called tickets. Teachers can create their own tickets or browse a library of tickets created by other educators. What’s It Like?

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

In recent years, K-12 tech innovation news has made it clear that educational technology has become an integral part of classrooms, influencing teaching methodologies, student interactions, and the overall educational landscape. What is one positive effect technology has had on education?

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eSchool News

JULY 11, 2024

Despite this desire for flexibility, a vast majority (80 percent) also stated the importance of regular assessments, quizzes, and checkpoints to ensure they are on the right track. Persistent gaps remain in foundational knowledge. Tutors were identified as providing the most helpful support.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been around for many years, but the introduction of ChatGPT in November 2022 has generated many discussions of how this technology can impact education – both how students learn and how educators teach. Most of the time, this is not true. Students may know how to use some technology, but not all.

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eSchool News

MAY 1, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, technology can play a pivotal role in shaping the learning experience. Verizon is working to empower educators and students with cutting-edge tools essential for unlocking the full potential of education.

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Internet Critical Thinking Quizzes Teaching Methods 310

eSchool News

MAY 27, 2024

Educators have long been encouraged to focus on higher-level thinking skills. Two key tools educators have been using for decades are Bloom’s Taxonomy and Costa’s Levels of Questioning. Basic knowledge (Level 1) of Bloom’s original (1956) version of the taxonomy can now be generated via AI. However, the majority may be wrong.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 8, 2024

That acceptance led to some empowerment for educators and students. He talked about how he dropped in on a calligraphy class, and from that knowledge he created the idea of different types of computer fonts some 10 years later. And why do we blame the tool used to cheat instead of looking at a larger problem in education?

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Quizzes Learning Testing Intelligence 311

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

In addition to giving their students access to the two game-based learning platforms, Dallas ISD educators will be able choose to implement the fully-integrated curricula and professional development that accompanies each platform. Educators can opt to pair the solution with physical robots or use it alone. education for CTE.

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eSchool News

APRIL 19, 2023

To improve career readiness outcomes for students, American Student Assistance® (ASA), a national nonprofit that changes the way kids learn about careers and navigate a path to postsecondary education and career success, today announced the expansion of its free suite of digital resources that advance career readiness by launching EvolveMe TM.

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Mobile Devices Quizzes Feedback Middle School 306

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 15, 2024

As educators, we always look for ways to enhance our students’ learning experiences, making them more engaging and effective. These formative assessments can take the form of quizzes, short written responses, exit tickets, online discussions, and graphic organizers. When Should Teachers Use This Strategy?

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Metacognitive Skills Math Blended Learning Quizzes 342

Edsurge

JANUARY 11, 2021

It is historically one of the most vexing problems in education that there is a tradeoff between scale and achievable quality of instruction : As class sizes grow larger, the ability of a teacher to provide the type of personalized guidance shown by learning science research to be most effective is diminished.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 31, 2016

note : Today’s students have too many tests to take—but today’s teachers still need insight into their classes’ knowledge and skills. Here, two educators share how formative assessments are transforming their students’ learning across the board.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

In recent years, educators who want to provide digital content to their students choose among three instructional models: the teacher-directed instructional model, the software-directed instructional model, or a hybrid of the two. State-funded education vouchers create a funding mechanism for startup schools to flourish.

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Quizzes Textbooks Testing Essay 266

eSchool News

APRIL 30, 2024

In 1995, I became the Educational Technology Coach for the Verona Area High School. As the Educational Technology Coach, I support the classroom teachers I serve by modeling innovative technology strategies, co-planning lessons, co-teaching, curating research and resources, analyzing student usage data, and many other strategies.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

In 2020, California’s State Board of Education adopted criteria and guidance to award a State Seal of Civic Engagement to students who demonstrate excellence in civics education. In my 20 years as an educator, I have seen firsthand how service-learning engages students as they become leaders in their communities.

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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. One of the primary benefits of education technology in K-12 is its ability to cater to diverse learning styles.

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Educational Technologies Technology Education Quizzes 130

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Whether a feature film or an instructional video, the ‘80s and ‘90s were a ‘press-play’ culture that expected students to sit still, absorb and retain, while the educator sat in the back grading. With that in mind, I ask educators this question: How can we use video paratext to advance inquiry and engagement?

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Role-Playing and Simulations : Role-playing activities or simulations immerse students in real-world scenarios, encouraging them to apply knowledge and critical thinking skills. Interactive Lectures : Incorporating interactive activities like polls, quizzes, or discussions into lectures keeps students engaged and reinforces key concepts.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

E-Books and Online Libraries in Modern College Education One of the most significant archives of human knowledge and learning’s quiet companions, libraries have made an undeniable impact. Libraries have always been a trusted educational sidekick since people started learning stuff. We wouldn’t be where we are without them.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Key points : Today’s students will undoubtedly encounter generative AI in their careers Two higher-ed instructors have designed a guide for using generative AI in life design and career education See related article: A scholar’s embrace of ChatGPT-4 Innovations that have transformed education have often been met with skepticism.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

I teach in a 1:1 environment that focuses on STEAM education and Project Based Learning. Technology is integrated throughout my day and curriculum, and here is my list of five Tech Essentials: Discovery Education Streaming and Science Techbook. Discovery Education provides so much more than videos.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Middle school students in grades 6-8 flex their civics knowledge for a chance to win recognition and cash prizes. This remarkable expansion reflects the deepening civics education crisis in America and has been made possible by significant multi-year grants from supporters like the Daniels Fund. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.

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eSchool News

JUNE 30, 2016

The 2016 Vision K-20 Professional Learning Survey Report is the ninth annual national K-20 educator survey from the Education Technology Industry Network (ETIN) of SIIA, and also is the first survey focusing on online professional learning (PL). New survey reveals teachers’ professional learning preferences, trends in priorities.

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eSchool News

JUNE 25, 2024

First launched in May 2024, the Interactive Display WAD series will offer cutting-edge generative AI capabilities through the Samsung AI Class Assistant to help educators save time and focus on guiding students through their learning journeys.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 14, 2023

Artificial Intelligence–AI–can greatly assist many mundane education tasks. Tools like Siri, Alexa, ChatGPT, and a plethora of apps seem perfect for handling the repetitive and time-consuming aspects of education that take teachers away from the core of most lessons that require critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving.

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Quizzes Gamification Teaching Methods Feedback 148

eSchool News

APRIL 7, 2020

Educators can now automatically synchronize their student rosters with InferCabulary using Google Classroom. WordExtractor can also be used to build assignments such as quizzes to help evaluate students’ mastery of selected words. To get free access, schools can visit this page. InferCabulary version 2.0 More engaging “Basecamp” ?The

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Distance Learning Quizzes Assignments STEM 187

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 22, 2016

the company offers an app that lets kids access unlimited books, educational videos, quizzes and audiobooks — and it’s free for educators. I’m very excited to see education technology playing a larger role in the tech community,” says Markosian, CEO of Epic! “As Based in Palo Alto, Calif., If students want to use Epic!

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Reading Quizzes Elementary School Elementary School 167

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Active learning strategies for students encompass various techniques aimed at engaging learners in the educational process, fostering deeper understanding, and enhancing retention. What are the 6 learning strategies for students? This strategy promotes active participation, collaboration, and peer learning.

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Active Learning Activities Critical Thinking Quizzes 141

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

These are: pre-exposure, activating prior knowledge, and retrieval practice. pre-test quizzes. Activating prior knowledge. We can create learning activities based on students’ prior knowledge to focus student attention and arouse their interests and curiosity to learn more. a video about a course or topic. opinion polls.

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Knowledge Quizzes Students Learning 126

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 17, 2022

As an educator, I’m always looking for new and innovative ways to help my students prepare for exams. Technology can be a valuable tool for accomplishing this goal, and in this post, we’ll take a look at seven ways educators can use technology to help students prepare for exams. In Conclusion.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 29, 2024

Educators can prepare students to protect themselves online. Lousy cybersecurity practices or lack of knowledge about them often affect more than one person at a time. Lousy cybersecurity practices or lack of knowledge about them often affect more than one person at a time. Each successful teacher can make a big difference.

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Internet Quizzes Lecturing Knowledge 168

eSchool News

JUNE 18, 2020

BrainPOP, the online educational solution that makes rigorous learning experiences accessible and engaging for all students, today announced a new product offering designed specifically with the needs of families in mind. “With the shift to remote learning, BrainPOP has been an invaluable resource for our family. 70% of K-8 U.S.

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Activities Quizzes Learning Knowledge 143

eSchool News

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Poptential Bell Ringers each feature a short video clip, a unique tidbit of knowledge, and thought-provoking questions to spike curiosity and engagement. Poptential course packages include everything instructors need to teach a subject, including lessons, e-books, bell ringers, quizzes, and tests.

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Social Studies Study Curriculum Quizzes 177

Edsurge

MAY 25, 2017

The study , which appears in the latest issue of the peer-reviewed journal “Computers & Education,” states the surprising finding in its long title: “Clickers can promote fact retention but impede conceptual understanding: The effect of the interaction between clicker use and pedagogy on learning.”

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eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2024

TeachAI , an initiative led by Code.org, ETS, the International Society of Technology in Education, Khan Academy, and the World Economic Forum, announced the launch of a groundbreaking resource for education leaders and policymakers around the world – Foundational Policy Ideas for AI in Education.

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Intelligence Exams Ethics Learning Styles 258