Catlin Tucker

JUNE 16, 2024

How can we create a learning environment where each student feels confident applying the knowledge and skills they’re acquiring? This approach often fails to recognize and accommodate the diverse ways students understand and express their knowledge. What is the goal of transferring and applying learning?

History 382

History Art Essay Physical Education 382

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 1, 2021

What will students understand (content knowledge) or be able to do (skills) at the end of the lesson or learning cycle? 2 Assess Prior Knowledge. Other students may not have any prior knowledge on a topic. Teachers can use a variety of strategies to assess prior knowledge in class or online.

Learning 543

Learning Knowledge Writing Discussions 543

Edsurge

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Most of my students immigrated to the United States within the last year, and all of them were English learners, thus making it difficult for them to complete the activity. Unfortunately, the sentiment within my supervisor’s response is not unique to the curricula design for English learners.

English 190

English Culture Languages Language 190

Catlin Tucker

MAY 11, 2021

The same class may have students who don’t have the necessary prior knowledge or language skills to understand the information presented. The teacher may use academic or subject-specific vocabulary unfamiliar to a student with limited background knowledge or who is not a native English speaker.

Blended Learning 545

Blended Learning Learning Universal Design Disabilities 545

Catlin Tucker

JUNE 18, 2023

This method, however, may inadvertently create myriad barriers for students with hearing impairments, memory challenges, attention deficit disorders, insufficient background knowledge, or who lack familiarity with subject-specific or academic vocabulary. This encourages brainstorming and prediction.

Lecturing 433

Lecturing Knowledge Assignments Writing 433

eSchool News

JANUARY 17, 2024

STEM can help with English language development by allowing students to engage with language in a variety of ways. Native English speakers can struggle, too. Be sure to explicitly teach words that have multiple meanings in English, e.g., base , bond , code , engineer , mass , model , range , volume , and odd and even.

STEM 334

STEM English Languages Language 334

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 30, 2020

English teachers using StudySync have a wealth of online resources they can use to keep students learning remotely. 1 Use the StudySync Access Prior Knowledge Activities to Facilitate Online Discussions. 1 Use the StudySync Access Prior Knowledge Activities to Facilitate Online Discussions. You can check them out here.

Collaborative Research 370

Collaborative Research Students Knowledge Assignments 370

eSchool News

OCTOBER 30, 2024

In the United States, English is the main language used in classrooms. All the students’ scores improved after playing the game, and multilingual students performed as well as their English-speaking peers. education system, students mainly communicate their ideas through English,” said Ding. In the U.S.

Science 294

Science English Communication Languages 294

eSchool News

AUGUST 20, 2024

If you then encourage students to research topics that interest them, they’ll be even more motivated to read and write–and they may even have some fun. Helping students uncover their passions I once had a student who insisted on writing her research paper on body piercings.

Reading 325

Reading Assignments English Math 325

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 152

English Evaluation Languages Language 152

eSchool News

MARCH 21, 2024

How do we ensure students achieve proficiency with the English language while receiving a rich and comprehensive education? Thanks to computer-driven translation, AI, and advanced classroom tools, we stand to put every student on a path to success with the English language and beyond. Today’s technology presents us with answers.

English 312

English Education Languages Language 312

eSchool News

JULY 12, 2021

BOSTON ( July 12, 2021) – Lexia Learning, a Cambium Learning® Group company, today announced the official rebrand of Rosetta Stone® English to Lexia® English Language Development (Lexia English). Lexia is now the sole source provider of the K-6 English language development solution.

English 130

English Language Languages Blended Learning 130

eSchool News

APRIL 9, 2025

SAN FRANCISCO NoRedInk , the comprehensive online writing platform provider used in over 60% of U.S. school districts, has partnered with the National Writing Project (NWP) , a nationwide network dedicated to improving writing instruction. Learn more at NoRedInk.com.

Writing 166

Writing Critical Thinking English Languages 166

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 22, 2018

More formally, “metacognition was originally referred to as the knowledge about and the regulation of one’s cognitive activities in learning processes” (Veenman, Van Hout-Wolters, & Afflerbach, 2006, p.3). Metacognition is defined as thinking about one’s thinking or learning.

Metacognitive Skills 420

Metacognitive Skills Grades Curriculum Design English 420

eSchool News

MARCH 9, 2022

Department of Education stated that the number of Emergent Bilinguals – also known as English language learners – in U.S. During the 2020-21 school year, the district used Lexia English as part of a hybrid or remote instruction, primarily in English Learner (EL) or English as a Second Language (ESL) instructional periods.

English 130

English Language Languages Study 130

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

English language arts (ELA) standards identify a set of foundational skills students must master in their progression to becoming skilled readers. Letter knowledge should also include letter-sound correspondence. Certain red flags signal that it’s time for a new foundational skills curriculum to support students.

Skills 286

Skills English Students Knowledge 286

eSchool News

AUGUST 31, 2015

For the last few years, this enterprising duo has been flipping their English classes, co-moderating a weekly Twitter education chat, presenting at conferences, planning lessons, and collaborating regularly from opposite sides of the country. Thomasson, who teaches English at Forestview High School in Gastonia, N.C.,

English 279

English Course Outline Middle School Middle School 279

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. IXL’s TEKS alignment has been independently reviewed by Learning List.

Distance Learning 246

Distance Learning Exams English Math 246

eSchool News

OCTOBER 24, 2024

To close knowledge gaps and support every student, IXL equips Missouri educators with its award-winning PK-5 ELA curriculum, which personalizes learning and is grounded in the Science of Reading methodology. It then generates personalized action plans that help students eliminate their trouble spots, and grow their reading and writing skills.

Secondary Education 258

Secondary Education Grades Art Languages 258

Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 2, 2025

High schoolers write a lot every school day. How can you help them improve their writing skills and have fun at the same time? Thats where daily writing prompts come in! Write a thank-you note to someone in your life. Have students write to the prompt before class begins. Do you like watching sports live or on TV?

High School 52

High School High School Writing Essay 52

eSchool News

OCTOBER 10, 2022

AP classes are focused on preparing students for the rigor of college coursework, so AP teachers need to look beyond the test to help students gain the skills and knowledge they’ll need in college and in their careers. That being said, you should continue talking about the test throughout the semester.

Exams 317

Exams Essay Testing History 317

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

Whether text, video or something else entirely, each of these mediums encompasses a form of writing. The ubiquity and impact of digital writing can’t be ignored. The ubiquity and impact of digital writing can’t be ignored. Increasingly, writing doesn’t mean a five paragraph essay written by hand. engagement and passion.

Writing 167

Writing Teaching Essay Assignments 167

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The acquisition of Emmersion deepens IXL Learning’s line of language and literacy products, which include the world-renowned Rosetta Stone , IXL English Language Arts , Vocabulary.com , SpanishDict , inglés.com and Fluencia. Emmersion’s cofounders, Brigham Tomco and Dr. Jacob Burdis, will remain with the company.

Language 235

Language Languages Exams English 235

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Although this allowed students to access knowledge, they weren’t empowered to become learners and make choices for themselves. In English language arts, students need to analyze how complex characters develop over the course of a text, interact with other characters, and advance the plot. Q: Can you give me an example?

Disabilities 280

Disabilities Universal Design Essay Beliefs 280

eSchool News

JULY 16, 2024

For example, to become better writers, readers, and critical thinkers, Quill.org offers low-income students an AI-powered literacy tutor that provides students real-time coaching and feedback on literacy activities that pair nonfiction reading with informational writing.

Education 300

Education Testing Feedback English 300

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

On the day of a crucial match-up between South Korea and Germany, I chose to project the game on the TV in class while they pretended to write essays, knowing I had already lost their attention for the day. What might it mean for their writing to explore how current competitors are now on equal footing with their former colonizers?

English 200

English Culture Syllabus Writing 200

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. As a result, writing often takes a backseat, seen as an isolated, academic exercise rather than a communicative act.

Language 124

Language Languages Writing Communication 124

eSchool News

APRIL 14, 2021

The company is offering a limited number of invitations to educators to engage students in knowledge building and understanding through creative agency and inclusion. Through multimedia projects, students assemble language and general knowledge that helps them to become stronger readers, writers, listeners, and speakers.

Languages 246

Languages Language Education History 246

eSchool News

APRIL 4, 2025

Many math tasks involve reading, writing, speaking, and listening. These language demands can be particularly challenging for students whose primary language is not English. Write the terms on a whiteboard. Incorporate visual aids Visuals and multimedia improve MLs English language acquisition and engagement.

Math 212

Math Accessibility English Languages 212

eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Offered by Lexia ,a Cambium Learning Group brand , and grounded in the science of reading, both professional learning programs empower educators with the knowledge and skills they need to strengthen students literacy skills. After researching different programs, LETRS stood out as the perfect choice, said Dr. Akbar.

Education 258

Education Reading Languages Language 258

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. ” IXL’s impact in Texas.

English 197

English Exams Languages Language 197

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

Great content is critical to effective assessments and her in-depth knowledge and experience in assessment, coupled with her outstanding writing and editing skills, strengthen our mission.”. in English Literature from Princeton University and a degree in librarianship from the University of Wales. Sparks holds a B.A.

Secondary Education 203

Secondary Education English Critical Thinking Knowledge 203

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

How can I best support students with very poor writing skills when the class is not one specifically focused on writing? I'm already encouraging them to use the Writing Center and giving feedback that highlights one or two specific grammar/ clarity issues to focus on. Inoue, director of the writing center at the U.of

Writing 158

Writing Skills Teaching Essay 158

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

IXL’s first-of-its-kind assessment suite works in concert with its math curriculum to give educators real-time insight into performance, pinpoint gaps in knowledge and provide specific next steps to help each student grow. To further target instruction, the diagnostic provides educators with personalized action plans for each student.

Math 288

Math STEM Learning Art 288

eSchool News

AUGUST 23, 2022

Lexia LETRS provides educators with deep knowledge and develops their expertise in literacy and language instruction based on the science of reading. More than 4,500 emergent bilingual students at 229 schools used the Lexia® English Language Development (Lexia English) program to support their English language development.

English 246

English Blended Learning Languages Language 246

eSchool News

JANUARY 27, 2025

Studies, like one conducted in 2023 by Chaves-Yuste and de-la Pea , have found that students learning English as a foreign language have demonstrated significantly higher scores compared to a control group after creating and using podcasts in the classroom. All four domains (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) are present.

Communication 279

Communication Writing Languages Language 279

eSchool News

MAY 12, 2023

The researchers assessed the performance of both sets of students in areas like reading, writing, language, health, and mathematics domains using the CIRCLE assessment from fall 2021 to spring 2022. Key findings include: Frog Street Pre-K Students Experience Positive Learning Gains.

Curriculum 261

Curriculum English Schools Study 261