Faculty Focus

JULY 30, 2023

Students are more likely to take ownership of their mistakes and apply their newfound knowledge and skills to the task. It promotes student learning and understanding of the task, and helps students develop a stronger foundation for future assignments. It develops critical thinking skills. Reference Vygotsky, L. Cambridge, Mass.:

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2023

For instance, they can share information about their area of expertise, be an advisor for students on presentations or projects, or judge robotics competitions and/or science fairs. Some partners may support your school and/or the student STEM clubs by providing resources like lab equipment or robotics kits.

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eSchool News

APRIL 6, 2022

Among the collection of family-friendly summer learning resources developed by Discovery Education and its partners are: Learning at Home activities, which help students grow interests, sharpen skills, and have fun this summer outside of the classroom.??

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

For example, if an AI-driven tool is used to recommend personalized learning paths for students based on historical data, it could disproportionately suggest lower-level material to students from marginalized communities if past data reflects past systemic biases.

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eSchool News

APRIL 11, 2023

Poptential course packages boost student engagement by using a variety of pop culture media to illustrate concepts, including those taken from sitcoms, movies, animations, cartoons, late-night shows, and other sources. Click to tweet.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 29, 2025

And perhaps most importantly, it can do so without overshadowing the irreplaceable role of human teachers who inspire, mentor, and adapt to each student’s unique needs. The power of ethical AI in supporting teachers AI tools can make teaching easier, but only when they protect student privacy and treat all learners fairly.

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eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2024

Engage students in meaningful activities : Keep students engaged and motivated until the last day of school by planning meaningful end-of-year projects or events. Interactive projects : Implement projects that allow students to apply what they have learned in a real-world context.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Following an abrupt shift to remote learning this past spring, school and district administrators have had their fair share of summer homework as they prepare for a technology-first fall term. With COVID-19 showing few signs of slowing down, schools will likely not get through the next school year without some form of remote learning.

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eSchool News

JULY 16, 2024

Stealth assessments have also been found to reduce test anxiety and increase student engagement. Video game-based assessments, for example, are particularly attractive as a means to cultivate skills that are unique to the human brain and can help increase engagement.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

It’s fair to say that augmented reality has moved from a cool technology that might be neat for students to try to a credible teaching tool that fits just as easily in K-12 classrooms as it does in higher education.

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Fairness Learning Styles Physical Education History 189

eSchool News

JULY 26, 2022

AMERICAN FORK, Utah, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — YouScience , the leading student engagement platform that leverages data science to improve student success and bridge the divide between education and careers, today announced the release of a new national report, ” State of The Future U.S.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 28, 2015

My students and I are now so engaged in learning and actively participating in science that we often end up rushing to clean up at the bell. When we have our STEM Fair each year, parents are amazed by what they see and hear from the students. The practices support interdisciplinary learning, too. Relevant learning.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 31, 2025

Todays students desire more individualized learning approaches, which empower them to use their creativity, explore their passions, and engage with their peers in more collaborative ways. Introducing students to AI in a safe and controlled environment enables them to learn how to use it effectively and ethically.

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eSchool News

APRIL 15, 2025

Prioritizing relationship-building in the classroom can yield profound improvements in student engagement and behavior. Middle school students frequently grapple with self-esteem and social anxiety. Therefore, it is essential to create a classroom environment where they feel safe and supported.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The mind of a young student is wired to sniff out fairness, or lack thereof. For example, we ask students to make commitments to the class, such as preparing for a test scheduled on a certain date. Make it known that we desire their feedback, because by doing so, we implicitly communicate to them that we trust their needs.

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Learning Students Feedback Testing 234

Edsurge

MARCH 31, 2021

One student, standing up and projecting his voice, declared: “Virginia objects to New Jersey demanding that She give away Her fair and right voice in the new government. Therefore, it is right and fair we have more influence on the actions of government.” A student on the opposing side retorted: “No way.

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Edsurge

APRIL 11, 2019

We’ve run stations at Maker Faires, demonstrated tools for teachers at professional development conferences and taught CAD Design at student conferences. All of these events took place, and were planned and prepared for, by students outside of the regular classroom hours.

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Fairness Confidentiality Students Interdisciplinary 163

Edsurge

OCTOBER 25, 2021

This need is highlighted in the Digital Citizen standard of the ISTE Standards for Students , which asks that “students engage in positive, safe, legal and ethical behavior when using technology.”

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Ethics Intelligence Education Plagiarism 217

Dangerously Irrelevant

JUNE 5, 2020

But engagement data show that many/most of our students are not coming to school because their learning is engaging. The reasons listed above tend to be much more compelling for most students than the fairly-uninspiring learning tasks that we put before them. Image credit: In case you were looking for it , Schwar.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 31, 2020

How do I keep students engaged? And how do I care for students’ mental health, as well as my own, during such an isolating time? How Can Educators Tap Into Research to Increase Engagement During Remote Learning? by Kerry Rice and Kristin Kipp What does student engagement look like in virtual settings?

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Counselling Attention Hybrid Learning Writing 181

Edsurge

MARCH 13, 2019

Through the anger and frustration of their feedback, I could see what my students were really trying to tell me: they felt a distance and lack of support in my classroom, and it was unfair. I dug into the existing research about student engagement and realized that my challenge was actually that my students lacked agency over their learning.

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Edsurge

MAY 5, 2021

As a result, instead of adding to the global carbon crisis, researchers have learned to adjust, advancing their slides digitally at virtual academic meetings as if they were engaging in digital auditions for remote college instruction. Conventional instructors often limit class discussion the minute the bell rings.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: It’s tough to balance student engagement and diverse learning needs Discover the advantages and disadvantages of classroom management Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends The landscape of K-12 classroom management is fraught with various challenges.

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Dangerously Irrelevant

MARCH 29, 2021

My very last face-to-face engagement with schools before the pandemic was for the 5Sigma EduCon at Anastasis Academy. Teaching and leading for higher student engagement … even during a pandemic (aka How I spent my summer). [ I’ve been fairly quiet here during the pandemic. Thank you, Kelly! Related Posts.

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Fairness Discussions Student Engagement Teaching 130

Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2024

More than a third of decision-makers noted that AI has the potential to enhance student engagement and create more interactive learning experiences. Beyond these principles, AI applications must be implemented fairly, ensuring all students have equal access to personalized learning experiences.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

We know that our students are different, and to capitalize on their strengths, we provide opportunities for students to identify a focused path and to find success. It focused on 20 indicators of student engagement. At my district’s high schools, personalized learning is fairly easy to see.

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Edsurge

MAY 9, 2023

Competing [in a game] doesn’t work as motivation for every student. For instance, it now groups student users who are at the same level of mastery together, to make competition more fair. No one wants to be at the bottom of a leaderboard. A softer, more nuanced form of gamification is on the rise.

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Gamification Motivation Game-Based Learning Math 205

Edsurge

MARCH 9, 2023

Students who participated in SEL programs reported better relationships with their teachers, witnessed less violent and aggressive acts at school, and expressed that their school environments have fair policies and rules. Students also reported feeling more supported, and on the whole, experienced increased perceptions of inclusion.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 19, 2021

Early implications are that VR has the potential to enhance and optimize collaboration between teachers and students—in both remote and classroom-based environments. Izzy Ngo and VERE360 are positioning themselves to be the go-to virtual reality resource for education. Ngo recently spoke with EdSurge about their work with VR and education.

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Textbooks History Fairness Study 217

Edsurge

JANUARY 20, 2020

Discover how the district leveled the technology playing field across its schools, created new opportunities for students, and enhanced learning experiences for all. Promethean: How did Palmdale Schools double down on digital for its students? What gaps did you have to fill? There was huge disparity.

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Learning Fairness Coaching Student Engagement 146

Edsurge

MAY 6, 2020

Your first encounter may be: “No one is here right now to take your call, but if you leave your name and number someone will get back to you shortly”—a sign of dysfunctional inconvenience caused by school bureaucracy, with each unit’s requirements coming first, before student convenience.

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Students Counselling Intelligence Essay 166

Edsurge

MARCH 21, 2022

The teachers can pull data from these programs to really and truly look at student engagement, student growth, the whole nine yards. I would spend $100,000 on a program if it's doing what it's supposed to do. So, the first part is, are we actually using it? The second part is, how are we using it?

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

Many traditional policies and procedures can create inequitable environments that discourage students—especially those who already are wary of school—from taking on the important responsibility of learning. Equity in the classroom is critical, but beware of conformity under the guise of fairness. Commit to equity.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2016

It’s fair to say that augmented reality has moved from a cool technology that might be neat for students to try to a credible teaching tool that fits just as easily in K-12 classrooms as it does in higher education. Student engagement starts with excitement, so get planning. Gaming is growing, that’s for sure.

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Game-Based Learning Fairness Learning Styles Reading 102

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

In undergraduate classrooms, instructors encounter a variety of students with diverse backgrounds and different personalities. Since discussion-based learning, both in-person and virtual, remains important, teachers should find ways to encourage student engagement in classroom activities and discussions. Invite student feedback.

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Instructors Feedback Discussions Participation 103

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

In undergraduate classrooms, instructors encounter a variety of students with diverse backgrounds and different personalities. Since discussion-based learning, both in-person and virtual, remains important, teachers should find ways to encourage student engagement in classroom activities and discussions. Invite student feedback.

Instructors 98

Instructors Feedback Discussions Participation 98

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 29, 2024

This creative approach resonates with students and helps bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical business applications. The goal is to help students better understand various leadership styles and how they can be applied in a business management context. Wonder Woman (Diana Prince) is another interesting superhero.

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