Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Exam blueprints are a teaching tool that is still shrouded in controversy. Understanding the utility and impact of exam blueprints from a student perspective can be a game-changer. They can also help instructors to ensure that exams are fair and equitable. No more guesswork—students know exactly what to expect.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 7, 2016

Are employees evaluated using bubble-in tests to prove they know the ins and outs of their job? Well, according to state science exams, my students consistently score higher than other science classes in my district. Think about the jobs in today’s economy — the ones we’re supposed to prepare students for after graduation.

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Testing Exams Social Studies Science 280

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

A study of public schools in Texas found that those using IXL Math or IXL English Language Arts outperformed other schools on STAAR exams by as much as 11 percentile points in math, 17 percentile points in reading and 8 percentile points in writing. IXL’s TEKS alignment has been independently reviewed by Learning List.

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Distance Learning Exams English Math 246

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Effective feedback is vital for several reasons, allowing for students to adopt new study strategies, identify weaknesses, and chart development over time. For instance, knowing that a student struggles with the concept of ATP in mitochondria allows for focused study on that topic.

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Multiple Choice Questions Feedback Students History 274

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 28, 2023

The Ask a Tech Teacher crew has ideas on those skills that will not only serve you well in your academics but beyond: 4 Highly Important Study Skills to Develop During College and Beyond We spend a lifetime learning, so it makes sense to develop a few study skills that will make our lives easier.

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Edsurge

MARCH 5, 2018

When the Opt-Out movement gained traction in 2015, more than 20 percent of New York students (about 200,000) in grades 3 through 8 declined to take state standardized exams, a statistic that raised questions about the future of such testing. Aligning tests with the ways students learn in the classroom is one of Gorin’s goals.

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Exams Testing Disabilities Learning 112

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

He racked up credits in education courses, inching closer to his degree, but could not, despite his every effort, seem to clinch that math exam. Latiker points out, “but he couldn’t teach elementary education because of his performance on the Praxis math exam.” We don’t need a standardized exam for that.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 28, 2016

Are employees evaluated using bubble-in tests to prove they know the ins and outs of their job? Well, according to state science exams, my students consistently score higher than other science classes in my district. The countdown continues tomorrow with #1, so be sure to check back!]. Is it working?

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Testing Exams Social Studies Science 217

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

They think about problems in context, consider multiple tools and approaches, and apply science, math and data to continuously evaluate designs and make improvements. Traditional data, like end-of-year exams, only evaluate a student’s learning progress at one moment in time—and are too late for any course correction.

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Teachers Exams Learning Evaluation 213

Edsurge

APRIL 19, 2017

In fact, when the option between taking a course online or in-person is provided, studies show students are more likely to stay in college. These practices often include an exam with a professor monitoring students to reduce cheating. In the last five years, research has shown that students want choices in how they take their classes.

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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. Laredo ISD is located in Laredo, Texas , on the border with Mexico. IXL serves more than 900,000 students in Texas and has a long track record of helping learners in the state succeed.

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English Exams Language Languages 189

eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2024

Our vision is that every young person develops the knowledge, skills, and confidence to use digital technologies effectively, and to be able to critically evaluate these technologies and confidently engage with technological change. Interactive quizzes with instant feedback to reinforce learning and save educators’ valuable time.

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Intelligence Exams Ethics Learning Styles 258

Edsurge

OCTOBER 14, 2022

And studies have shown that more than two hours of daily homework can be counterproductive , yet many teachers assign more. Getting good grades on AP exams is associated with higher GPAs in high school and success in college, but the research tends to be correlational rather than causational. Big change starts with small steps.

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Exams Students Testing Learning 198

Edsurge

JANUARY 11, 2021

When I started teaching data science and artificial intelligence in Duke University’s Pratt School of Engineering, I was frustrated by how little insight I actually felt I had into how effective my teaching was, until the end-of-semester final exam grades and student assessments came in.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Government and Politics and AP Environmental Science exams. cities they scored 8 percentage points higher, and in year two of the study they scored 10 percentage points higher – and they were more likely to earn a qualifying score of 3 or above which could increase their chance of receiving college credit and saving on tuition.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 14, 2024

According to a recent study , this ratio has stayed stable for years, but teachers are under more pressure and are working more hours than ever before – an average of 52-58 hours per week. Automated grading and feedback : Automated grading systems powered by AI can significantly reduce teachers’ time evaluating assignments and exams.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Dellinger, dLRN , recently sat down with Joosten to ask her about the results of the study. While peer-reviewed journals are important mechanisms to share research, she feels that scholars can also present the results of those studies in other ways to help influence practice in a more timely manner. We need to move.to

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Peer Review Gamification Mobile Devices Learning 217

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 27, 2023

Excellent college preparation makes you self-aware and helps you evaluate what you’d love to do in school. Attending such a bootcamp equips you with better study strategies and boosts your confidence starting school and building foundational relationships with staff, peers, and faculty.

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Exams High School High School Art 146

Edsurge

AUGUST 10, 2016

Companies, unsurprisingly, are happy to help "prove" their effectiveness by publishing their own studies, sometimes in partnership with third-party research groups, to validate the impact of a product or service. Is your edtech efficacy study up to par? Digital Promise invites edtech developers to share their studies for review.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

We know that educators at all levels are responsible for making big decisions based on student evaluation outcomes. Ace the Test with Study Island. In this on-demand webinar, we outline five simple steps to prepare students for testing with Edmentum’s Study Island. Study Island New Game-Based Group Sessions.

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Testing Exams Peer Review Study 161

Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 8, 2024

Whether they are having trouble getting to grips with core concepts, or they need a little extra assistance with exam prep, there are all sorts of reasons to take this route. Evaluating Tutor Qualifications and Certifications Choosing an online tutor for your child starts with verifying their qualifications.

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Exams English Participation Intelligence 158

Edsurge

JANUARY 18, 2024

The dearth of bilingual teachers is especially counterintuitive in Texas, where Gauna is a professor and where she conducted a qualitative research study on what she calls the “The Leaking Spanish Bilingual Education Teacher Pipeline.” Because [the supervisor] doesn’t speak Spanish.

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English Language Languages Teachers 215

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Scientific studies show that SEL practices improve students’ academic performance, behavior, and attendance,” say Dr. Christina Cipriano, Director of Research at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and Rethink Ed contributor. Next, Jake heads to media art class for 50 minutes of visual design study. His homework? Lucky, Jake.

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Teachers Exams Schools Students 165

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

With schools and testing centers closed across the country, COVID-19 has prevented at least one million students in the high school class of 2021 from taking the ACT or SAT exams. Many hundreds of thousands of students are still waiting to take an exam. Both exams were canceled. Is There a ‘Better Way’?

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Testing Exams Internet Fairness 162

Faculty Focus

JULY 4, 2023

Students don’t typically love exams, but exams remain a mainstay in the educational arena; however, keep in mind that online courses aren’t required to have exams. Three studies are typically cited when establishing the value of student-to-student engagement. This article has been cited 664 times.

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Exams Students Instructors Evaluation 116

Edsurge

JULY 30, 2019

These include Problem Roulette , which offers users random-within-a-topic study problems pulled from old exams, and GradeCraft , a learning management system that helps instructors build game elements into their courses. We develop a more agile and iterative model for our constituents on campus.”

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Exams Fairness Instructors Evaluation 157

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

From an initial evaluation, the Squirrel AI system customizes an individualized learning plan that focuses on a student’s weaknesses and may include a variety of learning materials, such as instructional videos. The greatest pain in traditional education is that every child is required to study at a fixed time and at a fixed rate,” he says.

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Teachers Intelligence Coaching Failure 167

Edsurge

JANUARY 8, 2024

A number of instructors in the math department at San Diego Mesa College, where she's a professor, had started exploring how to weave standards-based grading — an approach that evaluates students on how effectively they have mastered content — into the way they teach calculus.

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Math Quizzes Instructors Students 178

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

According to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), the body for the accreditation of degree-granting higher education institutions in the southern states, the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) evaluative framework consists of an assessment indicator.

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Fairness Instructors Feedback Evaluation 122

eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

–Jessica Campos, Instructional Technology Coach, Mesquite Independent School District In the 2024 to 2025 school year, districts will be asking more questions about evidence of impact when they’re evaluating and selecting education technology solutions. Nationally, we’re seeing an increased focus on integrating AI into the classroom.

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Schools Coaching STEM Evaluation 337

Edsurge

OCTOBER 16, 2017

The research, part of a larger study into the programs and practices related to developmental education assessment and instruction, included interviews with 127 people from 42 colleges and 41 higher education systems across the United States. Student support technology supports students’ academic performance.

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Technology Education Syllabus Counselling 155

eSchool News

OCTOBER 20, 2022

District leaders formed the Jones Curriculum Council (JCC), a committee of teachers tasked with researching and evaluating top-tier curriculum solutions. For 14 years, Laura Johnson has taught a variety of subjects, including social studies, psychology, and music and art appreciation–all virtually within ALVS.

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Education Exams Motivation Elementary School 269

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

This initiative helps students strengthen their academic foundations, develop better study habits, and build resilience. Instead of pressuring students with high-stakes exams, AEF focuses on mastery-based learning. For those needing additional academic support, AEFs Pathway to Progress Program offers targeted intervention.

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Skills Schools Learning Students 144

Edsurge

MARCH 19, 2025

The Challenges of Becoming a Teacher in Ohio Central Ohio is considered one of the fastest-growing areas for immigrants in the United States, according to a study by the Bank of America. One major hurdle was the certification and credential evaluation process, which not only took time but also came with significant financial costs.

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Teachers Education Evaluation Exams 152

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

According to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), the body for the accreditation of degree-granting higher education institutions in the southern states, the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) evaluative framework consists of an assessment indicator.

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Fairness Instructors Feedback Evaluation 110

eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2022

Because much of last year was very unpredictable, the normal content and study skills were not fully taught. During the first few months of this year, I spent a lot of time reviewing ways for the students to study, as well as making up for missing content. This is where my Wacom Intuos has been so very helpful.

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Learning Communication Hybrid Learning Language 363

Edsurge

JUNE 10, 2021

Golden collects the results, which students give anonymously, then studies the feedback and makes a list of all the information she’s received. And research shows that professors who collect early-term feedback, and who use it to make changes to their courses with the help of a consultant, can raise their end-of-semester teaching evaluations.

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