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Will gamification replace paper tests?

eSchool News

Even elementary school students can struggle with fear and performance anxiety on standardized tests. No surprise, then, that teachers and schools are increasingly rethinking their assessment methods, seeking ways to evaluate student performance without causing undue stress. So, what does gamification involve?

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5 ways to use edtech to engage shy students

eSchool News

Gamification also adds an element of fun to the learning process, making the classroom experience more enjoyable for all students. and Quizlet , or educational games aligned with the curriculum, can turn lessons into engaging experiences.

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Nothing but Winning—EdTech Honors announced by eSchool, IEI, and Classlink

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” Finalists for the Supes’ Choice Awards are chosen based on a demonstrated commitment to student outcomes, innovation and ingenuity, client support, interactivity, and engagement.

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Is the Traditional Classroom Becoming Obsolete?

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Not all students have reliable internet connections or devices, creating a digital divide that exacerbates existing inequalitiesespecially for younger learners in an online elementary school setting where consistent access is critical for foundational development.

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64 predictions about edtech trends in 2024

eSchool News

Unfortunately, many students leaving elementary school are still not proficient in reading, and that creates a significant barrier to their ability to learn across subjects. Middle and high school teachers will need support to help older students with foundational reading skills to address this problem.

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Teaching Kids Finance and Smart Spending With Cryptocurrency

Edsurge

Only a third of states require high school students to take a course in personal finance , while less than half require them to take a course in economics before graduating. So in a push to make learning more relevant—and fun—a pair of startups, BitLearn and Pigzbe , are fusing gamification with finance, propped up by digital currency tokens.

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5 Ways Video Games Transform Learning and Prepare Students for Tomorrow's Jobs

Edsurge

Gamification —borrowing the motivating principles from games and applying them to a non-game setting—can rewire and bolster social dynamics in the classroom when properly implemented. Here are some key insights we’ve gathered about the ways video games foster learning: 1. Games Make It OK to Fail Failure is a normal part of learning.