Faculty Focus

JUNE 5, 2025

The initial enthusiasm for learning a foreign language may wane as other courses with demanding assignments compete for their attention. This is the moment when a language instructor must pivot, shifting the classroom dynamic to reignite curiosity and motivation. Instructions: 1. Choose a song in Spanish (e.g., 

Languages 67

Languages Language Instructors Culture 67

Teach Thought

JULY 10, 2025

Letter grades are indeed first subjective evaluations of knowledge proficiency, but once they are passed to the hands of the students, they become game components, passed around as proof of the completion of some task, or the achievement of some desired goal (mastering a standard, fulfilling the requirements of an assignment, etc.)

Gamification 104

Gamification Learning Motivation Learning Styles 104

Elevate k12

JULY 3, 2025

In many districts, the programs at risk are the same ones that support compliance with federal education laws: Title III-supported English language services, Special Education instruction, and after-school accommodations often written into IEPs. But the mechanisms to fund those obligations are increasingly unstable.

Special Education 94

Special Education English Language Languages 94

eSchool News

JULY 20, 2017

Through the process of writing, writers put nascent thoughts into comprehensible language for others to read. In academic writing, this leads back to the text, where writers rethink, re-evaluate, and understand a detail or main idea more deeply. This process can happen when studying any subject, not just English language arts.

Writing 634

Writing STEM Learning Critical Thinking 634

Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

If you’re evaluating math programs at your school, a good option to consider is ORIGO Education’s Stepping Stones. More than a third of its students come from low-income families, and one out of every eight students is an English language learner. by Dennis Pierce. Like many U.S. Like many U.S.

Math 224

Math Exams Coaching Elementary School 224

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

13, 2021 — McGraw Hill today announced updates to its widely used and trusted Wonders English Language Arts program for grades K-5, building upon the program’s proven instructional approach while offering a multitude of enhancements designed to meet the needs of today’s classroom. NEW YORK, Sept.

English 256

English Language Languages Art 256

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Odette guided Esther as she wrote her answers in English. “I She wanted me to know that although she could not yet speak English, she felt confident as a learner in her first language. A system in which many of their teachers, myself included, speak only English. I want my teacher to know I’m Smart in Swahili.”

English 202

English Language Languages Teachers 202

eSchool News

APRIL 16, 2019

Many of those struggling were English-language learners (ELLs) whose English proficiency wasn’t at the level needed to comprehend challenging texts within these exams. Related: Teachers: English learners need resources, support. Some were students with learning disabilities.

English 211

English Language Languages Learning Disabilities 211

eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2024

His essay, Money Cant Buy Happiness, included valuable reflections on emotional fulfillment and references to The Great Gatsby, yet his ideas were scattered and the language needed refinement. Guided drafting with AI support for language and structure Encourage students to draft their essays in stages, focusing on one section at a time.

English 294

English Writing Teaching Essay 294

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Does it support communications equity by providing two-way instant translation and language preferences? Are real-time translations available for families who don’t speak English? Will teachers be able to communicate with families about classroom needs, particularly with parents and guardians who do not understand English?

Communication 327

Communication Questions Evaluation English 327

Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

It helps students understand what is expected and how they will be evaluated. Rubric Criteria Research on a problem Solution design Communication and collaboration California English Language Arts Writing Standards Grade 7 Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.

Fairness 546

Fairness Assignments Feedback Language 546

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

and LEHI, Utah — IXL Learning , developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people worldwide, announced it has acquired Emmersion , the Utah-based leader in certifying language ability through artificial intelligence. Accurately establish language skills with AI. SAN MATEO, Calif.

Language 241

Language Languages Exams English 241

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 20, 2015

The word research appears 80 times in the English language arts section of the Common Core Standards. It’s clear the ability to find, evaluate and apply information is a crucial life skill. Got Credibility – Teach students how to evaluate online resources.

Evaluation 420

Evaluation English Art Language 420

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Riverside Insights ®, a leading developer of research-based assessments and analytics, today debuted a new Assessment Playbook focused on streamlining the evaluation of dyslexia, the most common learning disability, affecting 20% of the population. ITASCA, Ill.

Evaluation 243

Evaluation Disabilities Testing Learning Disabilities 243

eSchool News

MARCH 2, 2021

Many English Learners (ELs) across the United States have gone months without exposure to the academic English they require for success in school and that they would normally receive in formal education settings. Current and former English Learners made up 43% of the population studied. PowerUp users gained an average of 24.9

English 236

English Reading Blended Learning Distance Learning 236

Catlin Tucker

JULY 25, 2016

English teachers frequently ask me which technology tools I use to design my online learning stations. Below are my 5 favorite technology tools and online resources for designing the online learning stations in my English classroom. #1 I’ve written extensively about the benefits of using the Station Rotation Model with students.

Online Learning 420

Online Learning Technology Blended Learning English 420

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 27, 2021

Teachers working with younger students or second language learners can create a choice board with sentence frames to provide students with additional support as they give each other focused feedback. For example, English teachers may have expectations around font size and type, spacing, indentation, quotes, and citations.

Feedback 546

Feedback Peer Review Assignments Online Learning 546

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

As demand for professionals in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields continues to surge , a significant population of potential workers is being left out of these career opportunities: English learners. While there is no language without content, there is some content that is less dependent on language,” the report reads.

English 167

English STEM Languages Language 167

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 18, 2019

How could a game featuring so little language drive this much language learning? In addition to the language generated by the students themselves in their projects, I found that a huge amount of English was being generated as students shared tips, accessed online guides and built a common understanding.

Language 165

Language Languages Skills English 165

eSchool News

OCTOBER 27, 2022

This early childhood solution continues Riverside’s strong tradition of developing leading assessments to support deeper understanding of English learners (EL), who are often over- or under-identified for special learning accommodations. “We Bateria IV : A comprehensive assessment system to evaluate native Spanish speakers.

English 148

English Evaluation Language Languages 148

eSchool News

MAY 29, 2024

. – Today 95 Percent Group LLC , the trusted source for comprehensive, proven literacy solutions, announced the Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education approved its 95 Phonics Core Program ®, 95 Literacy Intervention System , and Sound Wall Classroom Kit as recommended English Language Arts Supplemental Resources.

English 139

English Art Language Languages 139

Edsurge

MARCH 3, 2018

Of all the classroom subjects technology is poised to change, perhaps none stoke the imagination quite like language learning. In-ear technology promises to make 40 languages comprehensible in approximately two seconds lag time. I also teach remotely and write content for an app-based English language-learning product.

Language 158

Language Languages Failure English 158

Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 4, 2014

This week I was invited to join an ongoing conversation with a small group of English teachers using Voxer. Pair students learning a language, allow them to practice having conversations, and encourage them to critique their recordings. Gather reading samples from students to evaluate their reading level and share with parents.

Exams 325

Exams Feedback Assignments English 325

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

The deal provides 83 elementary schools and 17 high schools with access to IXL’s award-winning program to supplement instruction in math and English language arts. Austin ISD is the fifth-largest school district in Texas and serves a diverse student body.

Distance Learning 246

Distance Learning Exams English Math 246

eSchool News

AUGUST 25, 2023

These STEM products were subject to a two-part evaluation process. Once judges selected the finalists, more than 267,000 STEM educators were given the opportunity to evaluate the finalists via survey. First, by an expert panel of judges including Dr. Linda Johnson-McClinton, Dr. Lance Brand, Dr. Jeffrey Crapper, Dr. Omah M.

STEM 246

STEM Science Education Evaluation 246

eSchool News

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Through this partnership, all 33 schools in the district will use IXL to supplement math, English language arts, science and social studies instruction. The district is home to eight National Blue Ribbon Schools and serves a large bilingual and English language learner population.

English 219

English Exams Languages Language 219

eSchool News

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Knowledge Graph helps developers enhance AI system inputs by aligning them with learning science research, state academic standards, and curricula, while Evaluators help developers assess AI system outputs to ensure they meet the accuracy, rigor, and quality essential for teaching and learning.

Intelligence 254

Intelligence Evaluation Knowledge Science 254

Edsurge

JANUARY 18, 2024

“A typical situation is that you are speaking the Spanish language at home, and then English in the school setting, and that's something that sometimes is seen as the de facto,” Gauna says. after moving from Mexico with her family, but she wasn’t placed in a program for English learners. Say it in English!” has nearly 41.8

English 215

English Languages Language Teachers 215

eSchool News

JULY 15, 2021

July 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — IXL Learning , developer of personalized learning products used by more than 12 million students, announced that the IXL platform won two SIIA CODiE Awards in the Best Advanced Mathematics and Best Foundational English Language Arts (ELA) categories. SAN MATEO, Calif.,

English 100

English Art Language Languages 100

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

The Cobb County Teaching and Learning Standards in English Language Arts provide a rigorous set of proficiencies in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and language. In Cobb County School District , we strive to ensure every student is reading on or above grade level by grade 3. Addressing early literacy learning.

English 245

English Language Languages Evaluation 245

eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2024

For instance, students must evaluate the accuracy and relevance of AI-generated information, distinguishing between helpful insights and misleading content. For example, text-to-speech and speech-to-text tools support students with disabilities, while language models assist non-native English speakers.

Ethics 327

Ethics Critical Thinking Essay Students 327

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

For English Language Learners (ELLs), this scenario is even more daunting due to limited vocabulary or fear of making mistakes. By integrating AI into storytelling, we can empower students to generate ideas, build confidence, and create compelling narratives, all while developing their language skills.

English 257

English Critical Thinking Writing Language 257

Edsurge

AUGUST 16, 2023

The integration of AI tools in English language arts (ELA) instruction has emerged as a potentially transformative pedagogical approach that could redefine the traditional landscape of education. What excites you the most about using AI tools to support teaching English? You are still a thinking and feeling human being!

Language 148

Language Languages Art Teachers 148

Edsurge

JULY 21, 2025

Over the past six months, I’ve clocked more than 150 hours building my fluency across multiple large language models. They then posted their image and evaluated how well they felt it captured what they held in their imaginations. I never thought I’d learn how to do this in an English class!” Ray, Thank you for your time today.

English 149

English Syllabus Ethics Students 149

Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 6, 2020

If the routines currently in place isolate learners or create distance between the teacher and students, then we need to re-evaluate them. These activities, like daily oral language in English or number of the day in math, require more time than most teachers intend to spend on them. 1 The Whole Group Welcome.

Coaching 453

Coaching Blended Learning Activities Questions 453

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

One of the persistent challenges in second language acquisition (SLA), especially within the communicative approach, is how to incorporate writing in a way that feels meaningful and beneficial to students. Both teachers and students tend to resist prioritizing writing activities into language lessons. 2010; Kern, 1992).

Language 124

Language Languages Writing Communication 124

eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

The evaluation of IXL Math’s impact meets the required rigor of Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Tier 1 and What Works Clearinghouse standards for evidence-based interventions. IXL’s end-to-end teaching and learning solution supports personalized instruction in math, English language arts, science, social studies and Spanish.

Math 256

Math Achievement English Evaluation 256