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Removing Barriers with UDL and Blended Learning

Catlin Tucker

We can indeed cover more ground when we present information in a traditional lecture format, but that doesn’t mean students understand the information. 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.

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Could VR Be the Missing Piece in Meaningful Language Instruction?

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When students put that headset on, they can practice on a level that’s just not possible online or in the classroom. But it was a move to Japan to become an English teacher that finally helped Bonner see how he could meld his love of language learning with his technology fascination. “I

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Do Chatbot Tutors Work Better When They're Upbeat — and Female?

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He points to research that shows that some students learn better from male instructors, while others learn better from female ones. For example, Sarin grew up with parents who spoke a mix of Hindi and English, which AI models largely trained on standard American English may have trouble emulating.

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How Districts Can Develop a Comprehensive Plan for Remote Learning Come Fall

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I used to wake up at 5:30 in the morning to teach a preschooler in China how to read, write and speak English. Through a headset and webcam, I learned that he loved space. Claire Cummings teaching English online to students in China for VIPKid. Invest in blended and online learning professional development.

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The Future of MOOCs Must Be Decolonized

Edsurge

Such a model assumes a deficit of knowledge in other parts of the world and a belief that non-Western parts of the world have less or even nothing to contribute to online learning. Fortunately, the online learning space continues to evolve and there are now examples of MOOCs that are embracing different cultures and languages.

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The Power of Empowerment

Faculty Focus

Overall, my top three recommended practices include: self-regulating strategies, video-based learning, and formative assessments. At their core, self-regulating strategies naturally support growth mindsets in the way they encourage independent learning practices. Amy Winger is an online instructor for the University of Phoenix.

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The Power of Empowerment

Faculty Focus

Overall, my top three recommended practices include: self-regulating strategies, video-based learning, and formative assessments. At their core, self-regulating strategies naturally support growth mindsets in the way they encourage independent learning practices. Amy Winger is an online instructor for the University of Phoenix.