eSchool News

JUNE 27, 2025

A study published in Frontiers in Psychology concluded that game-based learning has a moderate to large effect on students’ cognitive, social, emotional, motivational, and engagement outcomes–especially in early education. Even when it fails, the surprise is motivating–it’s a mystery to solve. That fuels teamwork.

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eSchool News

JULY 14, 2025

These innovations provide instant feedback and allow students to practice repeatedly until they master the skill. Studies and anecdotal reports suggest that students in tech-enhanced CTE classes show increased engagement and motivation. that are ubiquitous in modern workplaces.

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eSchool News

JUNE 26, 2025

That’s what’s motivating. “I In the eighth grade, he started working on a math program that uses AI to provide just-in-time feedback and contextual hints. What are you using AI for in your school/classroom? Teachers understand students in a way that AI may never duplicate, and human interaction can be uniquely motivating.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

Currently serving as the school leader in Vietnam, he brings over a decade of experience in school leadership, teacher training, and educational transformation. I realized that to make lasting change, I needed to reach beyond the walls of one school. This kind of structured choice fosters agency and motivation.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

Charlotte, NC Discovery Education , the creators of indispensable K-12 learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today announced an exciting new slate of standards-aligned educational content and instructional resources for Back-to-School 2025 that will inspire teachers and engage students.

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eSchool News

JULY 2, 2025

Enhancements to the Student Experience: A new, motivating, age-appropriate learning environment has been created to engage upper elementary learners. Improved Teaching and Learning Supports: New professional learning and supports for PreK-5 educators are now available to maximize classroom impact.

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k12 Digest

MAY 15, 2025

Carl Morris, Co-Founder of educave, draws on extensive insights gained while building and scaling other EdTech and Education businesses, such as The Online School, EDAI, and Carfax Education. Unlike traditional educational models, where feedback loops stretch across days or weeks, virtual tutors close these loops in seconds.

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k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Her career spans roles as an elementary teacher, instructional coach, mentor, special education administrator, and elementary school principal. She currently serves as the principal of Austin Steward Elementary School #46 in Rochester, New York. Lets examine a few examples from the research.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

Currently serving as the school leader in Vietnam, he brings over a decade of experience in school leadership, teacher training, and educational transformation. I realized that to make lasting change, I needed to reach beyond the walls of one school. This kind of structured choice fosters agency and motivation.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Studies show that students in remote settings often feel isolated, which can lead to decreased motivation and engagement. 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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Faculty Focus

JUNE 1, 2025

In my more recent students evaluations, students say they are less stressed, they are more motivated, and they understand assignment expectations at the beginning of the semester. Blum (2020) argues that grades provide minimal feedback, they deemphasize learning, and what they actually measure is inconsistent (10-14).

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k12

JULY 10, 2025

Here are some of the benefits of prioritizing online engagement: Improved learning outcomes Increased motivation and self-esteem Enhanced understanding and retention Reduced isolation and increased community Improved completion rates These are the kinds of outcomes every parent hopes for.

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Edsurge

JUNE 25, 2025

Schools increasingly find themselves on the front lines of managing the ripple effects of students’ online lives — from digital distractions that interfere with learning to online bullying and harmful content — leaving educators to address these challenges without the tools or authority to intervene effectively.

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Cult of Pedagogy

MAY 11, 2025

The Motive It is unknown whether Ruiz intended to cheat in New York or if the opportunity merely presented itself and she took it. Affirm and provide feedback on (but dont grade) baseline evidence so students know that you are aware of and accept their starting point. Writing and reasoning get better with feedback and effort.

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Cal Matters

JUNE 25, 2025

In summary Five years after COVID shut down most California high schools, today’s college students describe a difficult transition to adulthood, marked by fear, loss and a lack of preparation. The 2021 class of high school graduates saw the percentage of low-performing math students tick up even more, to 22%.

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Elevate k12

JUNE 20, 2025

Finding and hiring quality educators has become an even bigger challenge for districts and schools. But there is hope, as powerful solutions are available to help schools overcome this challenge. In the 2021–22 school year, 28% of teachers left their jobs , a 4% increase before the pandemic. The result?

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EFL Magazine

JUNE 17, 2025

ESL Curriculum Creation Tricks from a Veteran Imagine being called into your Department Chair’s office three weeks before a new term begins. With all the real (and imaginary) reasons for […] The post ESL Curriculum Creation Tricks from a Veteran appeared first on EFL Magazine.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 27, 2021

Feedback is how students feel seen and supported. When we give feedback as students work, we signal that the work they are doing is important, and we care about their progress. Teachers want to give students timely, focused, and actionable feedback, yet it is easy to neglect. Peer Feedback Choice Board. I really liked __.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 16, 2024

Feedback is critical for helping students enhance their conceptual knowledge and skills. Despite its value, with the time constraints and the large number of students in classrooms, providing focused, actionable, and timely feedback often feels unattainable. It avoids language that might confuse learners.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Feedback is a powerful tool that can profoundly impact student learning and success. However, not all feedback is created equal; some approaches to feedback can propel students toward growth, while others may hinder their progress. What is the secret to effective feedback?

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eSchool News

APRIL 17, 2024

Key points: Motivating students requires collective action and systemic change Science-backed scalable tools improve student mental health Student mental health is still suffering–how should we address it? This disparity not only erodes motivation, but also fosters a sense of injustice among students who strive for excellence.

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eSchool News

MAY 4, 2016

Schools are reimagining how their learning spaces reflect new instructional approaches. Today’s students demand engaging educational experiences and thrive on stimulation and immediate feedback. It’s that storytelling component that helps deepen the engagement and drive motivation.”.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Even before schools closed in the spring, teachers were already grappling with a crisis in student motivation. Student motivation is important because it can be directly linked to attainment. Combined with the added challenge of virtual instruction, motivating students continues to preoccupy educators.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 3, 2021

In fact, the switch to hybrid and fully virtual learning during the pandemic highlighted how students can become distracted and lose motivation when they are seemingly hiding behind a screen, causing many frustrated parents and teachers to loathe the use of technology in learning. Start giving your students real time feedback.

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Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 12, 2023

1 Hard to Motivate After a Long Day at School After spending six to seven hours in a structured, often high-pressure academic environment, students face the additional burden of homework. As a result, writing assignments often fail to meet the psychological needs of autonomy, competence, and relatedness required for motivation.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 30, 2017

I emphasized the role technology can play in helping teachers to get more eyes on student work and, as a result, motivate students to do their best work. I want to provide my students with meaningful feedback, a live audience, and a fresh perspective. However, the fear of presenting was an incredible motivator.

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Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 31, 2020

It does not need to go to school to learn. Is something happening at home that is making it hard for them to focus on school? 4 Ask students for feedback. Feedback typically flows from teacher to student, but feedback should be a two-way street. 1 Relationships need to be our #1 priority. .

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Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 10, 2022

Teaching has always been a demanding profession, but this school year takes the cake! Yet, the last two years have highlighted how crucial school is for students and families. Teachers are navigating substitute teacher shortages, COVID protocols, and record numbers of absent students in addition to the normal demands of this job.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 23, 2024

The psychology of motivation: Strategies for engaging students Motivation plays a role not only in people’s choice to get involved in their goals but also in their behavior, persistence, and, ultimately, success. What does motivation entail? Experts in psychology have comprehensively analyzed motivation.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 7, 2022

The moves came prior to the motivation. Cravings are the drives that motivate us to act. Building up a habit like the one I have done for exercise involves both intrinsic and extrinsic motivators for most people. First of all, there are approaches that can help reduce grading time while still giving useful feedback to students.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

Giving regular feedback to roughly 100 middle and high schoolers has been my greatest challenge as an English and writing teacher, and it hit home for me sometime in 2013. My challenges with the feedback load were officially impacting my health and family life. Students were getting the feedback they needed faster.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 8, 2021

Teachers are frustrated by what they perceive as a lack of focus, engagement, and motivation. Teachers frustrated by a perceived lack of focus, engagement, or motivation should develop routines and resources designed to help students develop these critical self-regulation skills. ” I hear statements like this every week.

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Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 28, 2018

I’ve never liked the idea that as teachers it is our job to “manage” students, but it wasn’t until I was reading research about human motivation for my doctoral program that I understood why I was feeling such a knee-jerk reaction when I heard the phrase “classroom management.” Niestradt, J. &

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Edsurge

MAY 9, 2023

candidates at MIT’s Lifelong Kindergarten research group, say it all started with a single piece of feedback: “Just make learning fun.” Scrawled across a form, the advice came from a group of 12 year olds at a mindfulness retreat hosted at a school near MIT. Competing [in a game] doesn’t work as motivation for every student.

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

I was exhausted by the neverending pile of paperwork that cast a shadow on my life beyond school. This negatively impacts student motivation and can cause students unnecessary anxiety. When students are working toward a finished product that will be assessed for a grade, they need feedback and support.

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eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2024

Here are five strategies that school leaders can implement to accomplish this goal. Celebrate achievements: Reflecting on the successes of the school year is crucial for boosting morale and motivation among students and staff. Provide support for staff : Behind every successful school is a dedicated team of educators.

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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. This practice is called early-term feedback. In general, faculty and instructors are really responsive to student feedback. Collecting feedback can be as easy as passing out index cards.

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