Edsurge

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Instead of learning from a combination of books, lectures and software, as students do at most schools, the primary mode of instruction for kids attending Quest to Learn is games. Quest students learned skills like problem solving at a much faster rate than students in college. The takeaway?

Skills 168

Skills Critical Thinking Game-Based Learning Failure 168

Faculty Focus

JUNE 8, 2023

One concern is that more accommodating course policies may disincentivize in-person attendance, which may undermine the development of a rich classroom learning environment ( Holstead, 2022 ; Sloan, et al., I shifted to more written, reflective assignments and turned my proctored exams into open-book, take-home exams.

Student Engagement 104

Student Engagement Lecturing Students Exams 104

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 14, 2023

AI-powered quiz builders are revolutionizing modern classrooms, transforming traditional teaching methods into captivating, gamified learning adventures. This personalized approach empowers students to focus on areas requiring more practice, optimizing learning outcomes. But what sets QuizGecko apart is its innovative use of AI.

Quizzes 148

Quizzes Gamification Teaching Methods Feedback 148

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

There are concrete benefits to engaging students in experiential learning inside the classroom: It enables us to “flip” the classroom, which prevents students from passively receiving material in class. We can observe students engaged in applying knowledge and concepts in practice for the purpose of direct assessment of learning.

Learning 122

Learning Problem-Based Learning Students Lecturing 122

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Summative assessment, on the other hand, evaluates student learning at the end of a unit, semester, or academic year. Examples include standardized tests, final exams, and end-of-course projects, which measure student achievement against predetermined criteria and provide a snapshot of overall learning outcomes.

Textbooks 130

Textbooks Metacognitive Skills Education Teaching Methods 130

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Collaborative learning allows students to be engaged and active participants in their own learning by sharing ideas, analyzing problems, and finding solutions to them. Together, they create knowledge and achieve learning outcomes (Downing, 2017; Ramos, Cattaneo, de Jong, Espadeiro, 2022).

Collaborative Learning 116

Collaborative Learning Education Learning Students 116

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

From traditional classroom learning methods like lectures and textbooks to innovative technologies such as interactive whiteboards and educational apps, these tools aim to facilitate effective learning experiences and foster student growth. This method promotes independence and confidence in learning.

Teaching 130

Teaching Textbooks Learning Styles Teaching Methods 130

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

at the end of a unit of study) Focuses on assessment for learning Focuses on the assessment of learning Informs ongoing instruction to improve student learning outcomes in real time Evaluates how well the instruction worked in the past Usually covers discrete content (e.g., Dr. Dimple J.

Fairness 122

Fairness Instructors Feedback Evaluation 122

Faculty Focus

MARCH 16, 2025

The Delivery Next comes the delivery of new learning, which can be achieved through various methods such as assigned readings, live or pre-recorded lectures, class discussions, flipped classroom activities, or small group work. Summary Statement Finally, an effective class concludes with a strategy to summarize key points.

Counselling 92

Counselling Learning Lecturing Knowledge 92

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Collaborative learning allows students to be engaged and active participants in their own learning by sharing ideas, analyzing problems, and finding solutions to them. Together, they create knowledge and achieve learning outcomes (Downing, 2017; Ramos, Cattaneo, de Jong, Espadeiro, 2022).

Collaborative Learning 105

Collaborative Learning Education Learning Students 105

Edsurge

JANUARY 7, 2019

And as I began to research this issue, I discovered that most of the technology investment in educational institutions really doesn’t impact learning engagement for learning outcomes. And it’s this service that makes it possible for our system to turn a classroom lecture into a study guide. Source: Echo360.

Study 94

Study Lecturing Assistive Technology Exams 94

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

at the end of a unit of study) Focuses on assessment for learning Focuses on the assessment of learning Informs ongoing instruction to improve student learning outcomes in real time Evaluates how well the instruction worked in the past Usually covers discrete content (e.g., Dr. Dimple J.

Fairness 111

Fairness Instructors Feedback Evaluation 111

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

There are concrete benefits to engaging students in experiential learning inside the classroom: It enables us to “flip” the classroom, which prevents students from passively receiving material in class. We can observe students engaged in applying knowledge and concepts in practice for the purpose of direct assessment of learning.

Learning 98

Learning Problem-Based Learning Students Lecturing 98

Faculty Focus

APRIL 16, 2024

For optimal effectiveness, the pre-course purpose should be clearly defined with student learning outcomes that inform, excite, and prepare students for their upcoming course material. After the student learning outcomes have been defined, the creation of the pre-course does not have to be complex.

Exams 75

Exams Quizzes Students Course Design 75

Faculty Focus

MARCH 16, 2025

The Delivery Next comes the delivery of new learning, which can be achieved through various methods such as assigned readings, live or pre-recorded lectures, class discussions, flipped classroom activities, or small group work. Summary Statement Finally, an effective class concludes with a strategy to summarize key points.

Counselling 71

Counselling Learning Lecturing Knowledge 71

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 13, 2023

This can be achieved by offering flexibility in assessment delivery, such as allowing students to choose between a final paper, exam, or other projects, ensuring that they can showcase their learning in a way that works best for them. If possible, provide a recording of the event for later review. i] [link] [ii] Díez, A.,

Disabilities 98

Disabilities Learning Spaces Universal Design Learning Disabilities 98

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 13, 2023

This can be achieved by offering flexibility in assessment delivery, such as allowing students to choose between a final paper, exam, or other projects, ensuring that they can showcase their learning in a way that works best for them. If possible, provide a recording of the event for later review. i] [link] [ii] Díez, A.,

Disabilities 98

Disabilities Learning Spaces Universal Design Learning Disabilities 98