eSchool News

AUGUST 21, 2024

This type of tutoring can especially help in the early grades for literacy and in middle school math. What AI’s telling us about tutoring’s successful components American students in grades six through nine often become disengaged in math and begin to feel like math is “not for them.”

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Edsurge

JANUARY 31, 2024

This statement has guided the Feedback Loops work at Digital Promise over the last two years as we’ve explored ways different communities can collaborate to improve education. The feedback loop concept is a systems-thinking way of approaching collaboration between communities, focused on mutual benefit through capacity building.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Too many students don’t reach grade-level metrics and no one can agree on the cause. Here are three key expectations that are redefining modern education: Interactive Learning : Students expect dynamic, interactive lessons that incorporate multimedia elements and real-time feedback.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Grade 9 Geography was in trouble. Students didn’t like the traditional textbook-and-worksheet-centric course, and their teachers and district staff were concerned that a lack of engagement was translating into lower grades at Canada’s Ottawa Catholic School Board’s (OCSB) high schools. who is being left behind.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

But when a scaled implementation leverages faculty expertise and feedback during all stages, the culture shifts, and faculty move from being skeptical of adaptive learning to being advocates for it. Students also report that receiving real-time feedback helps them gain confidence.

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Edsurge

JUNE 19, 2024

Look for apps and programs that cover key concepts and skills taught in early elementary grades, such as phonics , early literacy , basic math skills and foundational science concepts. Ensure that the content is relevant to your curriculum goals and supports the learning objectives you want to achieve in your district.

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Edsurge

JULY 20, 2020

Blended learning comes in a number of varieties, but across the various models, blended learning prompts educators to consider the following questions: What can students learn well independently, especially when aided by digital learning technologies? Which learning activities are most important to do together?

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eSchool News

MARCH 5, 2024

Learning technology company HMH announced it has acquired award-winning software company Writable , building on a longstanding partnership between the organizations that includes the integration of Writable’s research-backed writing assessment and practice solution with HMH’s core ELA offerings for grades 3-12.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Platforms like Google Classroom and Microsoft Teams support group projects, discussions, and peer feedback, fostering a collaborative learning environment. These tools also make it easier for teachers to monitor progress and provide timely feedback, helping students stay on track.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

These two challenges are at the heart of why one-room schoolhouses were replaced by age-graded elementary schools and subject-specialist secondary schools. In contrast, many microschools today include mixed age classes but take advantage of new learning technologies to make the small school model more feasible.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

This customized approach helps all students practice and learn new concepts in a way that works for them. Additionally, AI can shorten the feedback loop on student work, allowing students to quickly identify any misunderstandings they may have. Immediate feedback also helps students develop self-efficacy.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 16, 2023

Tools, such as AI-powered writing assistants and language-analysis platforms, offer real-time feedback and aim to empower students to engage in self-directed learning and refine their writing and editing skills. For instance, it would take me hours to give students the feedback that grammar programs now provide in seconds.

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eSchool News

MARCH 29, 2025

The certification also includes a collaborative feedback loop between FLVS teachers and UF and Concord Consortium researchers. Our partnership with FLVS allows us to offer robust AI learning opportunities to students with limited access to such resources, bridging the educational gaps and preparing young people for an AI-powered future.

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eSchool News

JUNE 15, 2016

According to an extensive meta-analysis of student reading data by socio-economic status (Cooper1996), students in low-income communities typically lose two to three months of learning during the summer, while their peers generally maintain literacy skills or grow during the same time period.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2021

More than ever before, teachers are turning to technology to support their learners’ scaffolding needs. Thompson began her career as a fifth grade math and science teacher and is now an instructional designer for EduSpark, a learning specialist for NCCE, an ISTE Ambassador and an EdTech Magazine 2021 Top 30 K-12 IT influencer.

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Edsurge

JULY 24, 2023

Teachers’ perspectives on the rubric underscore the questions we must continue to ask as edtech products embed and evolve logics that reduce—rather than increase—transparency in how the technology facilitates student learning. However, a majority also told us that students were confused about how to respond to the feedback.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017

“I was the poster-child for anti-technology in my district,” says Willie Maddux, an 8th grade World History teacher at Prescott South Middle School in Cookeville, Tenn. The thought of using technology used to leave him, “worried about student engagement because we talk a lot. I didn’t want to lose them.".

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Erika, grade 10 math and science teacher Clear Guidelines Pave the Way for Teachers to Embrace Technology More Fully I was able to create lessons with no preparation. Christine, grade 1 teacher Fully leveraging one’s LMS can also help teachers save time. I was able to create lessons with no preparation.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Read Grading for Equity by Joe Feldman. It also allows teachers to give real-time, one-on-one feedback without singling out a student in front of the class. With GoGuardian, teachers still give feedback and redirect students; they just do it privately. We haven’t even touched on the ability to personalize learning.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key points: Technology can be a boon for classroom processes Education technology boosts student learning Stay up to date on the latest in education technology Educational technology improves efficiency in the classroom by streamlining administrative tasks, facilitating real-time assessments, and automating grading.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Finally, technology improves efficiency for educators. Tools for grading, attendance tracking, and lesson planning streamline administrative tasks, allowing teachers to focus more on instruction and student interaction. Another significant benefit is personalized learning. Collaboration is also enhanced through technology.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2021

Additionally, as students gradually begin to return to in-person learning, technology will remain an ever-present part of the learning and on-campus experience, as the students and staff on campus use their devices at the same time. Artificial intelligence-based digital assistance drives immediate feedback to students.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Collaboration is not confined by physical barriers–global learning communities connect and share insights in real-time. Adaptive learning technologies cater to individual needs, optimizing educational paths for diverse learners. In this model, the importance of learning in the digital age is emphasized.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

They told the board in the high-poverty district in Chicago’s south suburbs that the project would “future-proof the classroom” and “catapult Dolton into the next generation of learning technology.” A couple of members balked. They said they felt rushed to approve the deal and questioned why it had not been put out for a bid.

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Edsurge

MARCH 6, 2019

In 2014 the company acquired Ephorus, a Europe-based plagiarism detection tool, and Lightside Labs, which provides automated feedback on student writing. based software company that offers AI-assisted grading tools. You don’t buy a grading company for almost $2 billion just to keep focusing on grading.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Students can work together on digital platforms, sharing ideas and feedback in real-time, while teachers can provide immediate, constructive feedback, which can enhance student engagement and motivation. Teachers can create and manage assignments, distribute resources, and provide real-time feedback to students.

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Edsurge

MAY 10, 2021

SplashLearn has interactive, self-paced and adaptive formats that engage learners and increase learning outcomes. They provide educators with easy-to-implement tools along with immediate feedback on the performance of their students. Learn more about this year’s SpringBoard Math Challenge. We have a unique business model.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

It enables interactive learning experiences through multimedia tools and promotes collaboration among students, improving communication skills. Overall, technology creates a more dynamic and effective learning environment, preparing students for future challenges. How does technology engage students in learning?

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Sitting in front of a laptop, Chris Pozo, a sixth-grade student at Truesdell Education Campus in Washington D.C., Like every other student using the Summit Learning platform, Pozo must start each class by setting his goals before doing activities. opens his Summit calendar to show his daily goals. “My Photo Credit: Jenny Abamu.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 20, 2022

While ALVS has provided rigorous and engaging online curriculum to students in grades 6-12 for many years, the pandemic made ALVS see a sudden influx of 5,000 new virtual students. With real-time collaboration in Book Creator, the teachers were able to keep in touch with students and post feedback in their books.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key points: Technology helps expand teachers’ ability to engage students Learn more about technology in the classroom Stay up to date on the latest in education technology Education technology in the classroom significantly aids teachers by streamlining administrative tasks, enhancing lesson delivery, and improving student engagement.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

What are technology tools for teaching and learning? Technology tools for teaching and learning encompass a diverse array of digital resources designed to enhance educational experiences. They can provide timely feedback and assess student progress efficiently.

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Edsurge

MARCH 16, 2021

This is what I need right now to continue having interactions with the kids in real time, give them in-the-moment feedback and virtually do some of the fun activities we would normally do in the classroom,” exclaims Ramsay. Christina Ramsay It’s not just about this one grade, lesson or day. I thought, this is incredible!

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Edsurge

MARCH 20, 2020

You should consider adopting an LMS that allows your teachers to do the following: post files, videos, and links; accept file submissions; provide comments and feedback on submissions; administer and score quizzes; keep scores in a grade book; and. share assignments, scores, and comments with students and parents via a mobile app.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

Add the time required for all the other parts of the job—lesson planning, providing students extra support, grading, and parent and staff meetings—and teachers can expect to put in a 12- to 16-hour workday. The Power of Great Feedback. Sarah, Grade 7/8 teacher I really wish I had an extra hour to do my marking.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Examples of educational technology tools include any digital resource, device, or application designed to enhance the teaching and learning experience within the kindergarten through 12th-grade educational system. Students receive targeted feedback, and educators gain valuable insights into individual progress.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Hatcher’s commitment to providing equitable opportunities for all students, including those with diverse needs, led him to offer services that cater to both traditional and online learning environments, recognizing that some students require different support structures for academic success.

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