k12 Digest

JULY 1, 2025

One of the participating students put it this way: “We weren’t just creating a marketing campaign; we were solving a real-world problem that mattered. We use clear rubrics, reflective feedback, and skill progression models that prioritize growth over grades. Her confidence skyrocketed, and so did her interest in finance and economics.

Learning 249

Learning Critical Thinking History Secondary Education 249

k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Passive learning is defined as the process by which students receive information from their learning environment but receive no feedback, and there is no interaction between the learner and the learning environment. Active and Experiential Learning The brain-based learning framework consistently emphasizes the importance of active learning.

Science 247

Science Education Motivation Lecturing 247

k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

Meanwhile, participating in global education programs in countries like Finland, India, and the U.S. How do you ensure your students remain active participants in their learning process, especially in digital or hybrid learning environments? Have you had a moment where student feedback or behavior reshaped your approach?

Interdisciplinary 144

Interdisciplinary Learning Feedback Culture 144

k12 Digest

MAY 15, 2025

Empirical studies show that microlearning modules improve knowledge retention, engagement, and learning outcomes, with participants reporting high effectiveness scores in these areas [3]. Unlike traditional educational models, where feedback loops stretch across days or weeks, virtual tutors close these loops in seconds.

Education 150

Education Learning Knowledge Feedback 150

eSchool News

JULY 1, 2025

Students can participate in live lessons, quizzes, and open-ended feedback directly from their own devices, bringing the interactivity of the LG CreateBoard from the screen to every corner of the classroom or beyond. “LG Teachers can also import existing files (including *.notebook notebook and *.flipchart

Quizzes 140

Quizzes Education Social Studies Feedback 140

eSchool News

JUNE 6, 2025

Designed and outfitted by MiEN and Meteor Education, the Empowerment Center is where kids go to hang out, collaborate, and/or participate in school club activities. Student, teacher, and family feedback on the Empowerment Center has been extremely positive. I think we really hit the ball out of the park with this innovative space.

Students 225

Students Classroom Management High School High School 225

k12 Digest

JULY 1, 2025

One of the participating students put it this way: “We weren’t just creating a marketing campaign; we were solving a real-world problem that mattered. We use clear rubrics, reflective feedback, and skill progression models that prioritize growth over grades. Her confidence skyrocketed, and so did her interest in finance and economics.

Learning 130

Learning Critical Thinking History Secondary Education 130

Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2025

Meanwhile, in my online section of the same course, students worked through carefully crafted modules at their own pace, their participation in discussion boards ebbing and flowing unpredictably. I provide specific deadlines for initial contributions and peer feedback to maintain momentum.

Active Learning 65

Active Learning Activities Learning Minute Papers 65

Faculty Focus

JULY 1, 2025

This article explores how these three components can reshape flipped learning and address persistent challenges such as student unpreparedness, fear of participation, and lack of motivation. Addressing Fear Through Technology-Supported Safety Fear is one of the most formidable barriers to classroom participation. Flipped Classroom 2.0:

Critical Thinking 94

Critical Thinking Student Engagement Lecturing Quizzes 94

eSchool News

JULY 9, 2025

Future goals TETA’s current leaders understand that the organization’s success and longevity stems from active members’ participation and leadership, and they recognize the critical role member engagement will continue to play in sustaining TETA’s future. At every board meeting, we review member feedback.

Educational Technologies 184

Educational Technologies Technology Education Coaching 184

Faculty Focus

JULY 1, 2025

This article explores how these three components can reshape flipped learning and address persistent challenges such as student unpreparedness, fear of participation, and lack of motivation. Addressing Fear Through Technology-Supported Safety Fear is one of the most formidable barriers to classroom participation. Flipped Classroom 2.0:

Critical Thinking 88

Critical Thinking Student Engagement Lecturing Quizzes 88

Faculty Focus

JUNE 22, 2025

Economics utilizes systemic relationships and feedback loops in its models to analyse market dynamics, resource allocation, and the impact of economic policies on various sectors. Causation and Feedback Loops Causation: Understanding cause-and-effect relationships is crucial in liberal arts.

Art 114

Art Curriculum Interdisciplinary Teaching 114

k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Passive learning is defined as the process by which students receive information from their learning environment but receive no feedback, and there is no interaction between the learner and the learning environment. Active and Experiential Learning The brain-based learning framework consistently emphasizes the importance of active learning.

Science 130

Science Education Motivation Lecturing 130

Faculty Focus

MAY 18, 2025

Examine course syllabi to make sure policies (late work, absence, participation grades, etc.) Discuss the need to broaden participation and opportunities for people with disabilities in your department/college. Participate in on- and off-campus events that promote disability acceptance and inclusive practices.

Accessibility 95

Accessibility Disabilities Learning Disabilities Special Education 95

Teach Hub

APRIL 23, 2025

Adding a competitive element can turn even the most reluctant learners into active participants. Use a Classroom Response System to Boost Participation High schoolers arent always eager to raise their hands, but tools like clickers or online response systems (like Poll Everywhere ) encourage every student to participate.

Math 88

Math Textbooks Quizzes Participation 88

Faculty Focus

JULY 15, 2025

Aside from promoting positive interdependence and individual accountability, students participate equally through simultaneous interactions. Purposefully, I provide opportunities for students to connect and practice the social skills necessary to participate in rigorous critical thinking and problem-solving tasks.

Assignments 66

Assignments Art Critical Thinking Motivation 66

Faculty Focus

JUNE 22, 2025

Economics utilizes systemic relationships and feedback loops in its models to analyse market dynamics, resource allocation, and the impact of economic policies on various sectors. Causation and Feedback Loops Causation: Understanding cause-and-effect relationships is crucial in liberal arts.

Art 97

Art Curriculum Interdisciplinary Teaching 97

Edsurge

JUNE 2, 2025

In addition, by welcoming participants to come as they are , whether that be cameras on or off, stepping away as needed, we honored the reality that leaders are also caregivers, juggling roles and responsibilities. We also shared the end-of-session survey results and our reflections with participants. Who isnt participating and why?

Learning 111

Learning Participation Feedback Curriculum Design 111

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

The development of Discovery Educations newest content is based on feedback from the companys school-based partners and makes teaching and learning even more relevant, interesting, and personalized for users of Discovery Education products.

Laboratory 190

Laboratory Social Studies Education Middle School 190

Edsurge

JUNE 4, 2025

As classrooms across the country become more linguistically diverse, educators face a growing challenge: ensuring that every student, regardless of English proficiency, can access learning, participate fully and feel included. Today, emergent bilingual (EB) students, also known as English learners, account for 10.6 percent of U.S.

English 134

English Language Languages Assignments 134

Faculty Focus

JUNE 24, 2025

Chickering and Gamson (1987) remind us about the importance of participation and engagement in the classroom: “Learning is not a spectator sport. At our institution, low-tech and familiar options like phone calls and photos worked well to meet students’ needs for immediate feedback with a low level of stress.

eLearning 69

eLearning Students Assignments Feedback 69

Faculty Focus

JUNE 24, 2025

Chickering and Gamson (1987) remind us about the importance of participation and engagement in the classroom: “Learning is not a spectator sport. At our institution, low-tech and familiar options like phone calls and photos worked well to meet students’ needs for immediate feedback with a low level of stress.

eLearning 67

eLearning Students Assignments Feedback 67

Faculty Focus

JULY 15, 2025

Aside from promoting positive interdependence and individual accountability, students participate equally through simultaneous interactions. Purposefully, I provide opportunities for students to connect and practice the social skills necessary to participate in rigorous critical thinking and problem-solving tasks.

Assignments 61

Assignments Art Critical Thinking Motivation 61

Faculty Focus

MAY 15, 2025

Over multiple semesters, more than 2,000 students voluntarily participated in IRB-approved surveys and follow-up interviews. Each semester, the surveys were refined based on student feedback and changing classroom dynamics. These were not standard end-of-semester evaluations. These findings dont argue against academic rigor.

Disabilities 53

Disabilities Course Design Lecturing Students 53

Teacher Mood

JUNE 1, 2025

Immediate feedback is powerfuland when you build it into the work itself, you dont have to be the only source of it. Some teachers may choose to just spot-check for accuracy and grade for participation. Thats where self-checking student work comes in. What Is Self-Checking Student Work?

Students 52

Students Peer Review Math Assignments 52

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Research indicates that active participation leads to higher retention rates, which can be upwards of 60% for students engaged in interactive learning. Additionally, research shows that students who participate in hybrid learning tend to retain information better, as they actively engage with content rather than passively receiving it.

Hybrid Learning 128

Hybrid Learning Learning Styles Study Critical Thinking 128

Faculty Focus

JUNE 1, 2025

Blum (2020) argues that grades provide minimal feedback, they deemphasize learning, and what they actually measure is inconsistent (10-14). My first system failed to appreciate the value of clear expectations and the inescapable necessity that at the end of the day my students needed to walk out of my class with a grade.

Grades 74

Grades Evaluation Assignments Instructors 74

Faculty Focus

APRIL 27, 2025

To increase the likelihood of student participation, we first invited their input on what types of events they want to attend, and when. Ask the students what they want An integral part of community building is having students meet as a group, whether in person or online.

STEM 53

STEM Science Activities Student Engagement 53

Organized Classroom

JUNE 11, 2025

Additionally, a “Sports Day Fundraiser” can be organized, where students participate in friendly sports competitions and challenges, with each participant collecting pledges or donations based on their performance. I list some type of question in which I would love your input and feedback.

Elementary School 83

Elementary School Elementary School Participation Activities 83

k12

JULY 10, 2025

Active, engaged learners retain information better, participate more fully, and develop a deeper understanding of the material. Polls and Quizzes: Encourage your child to participate in polls or mini quizzes if their online platform offers them. Encourage your child to participate!

Online Learning 52

Online Learning Quizzes Learning Motivation 52

Cult of Pedagogy

MAY 11, 2025

For example, if you want students to support claims with relevant details, that expectation should be stated on a rubric that is given to students well in advance of when the assignment is due, and should be the focus of lessons, formative feedback, and student reflection. Writing and reasoning get better with feedback and effort.

Academic Integrity 92

Academic Integrity Learning Feedback Assignments 92

Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 16, 2025

Encourage reluctant students to focus on participation and completion goals, such as “I will turn in 90% of my homework” or “I will miss class fewer than 5 times.” Have all students set skill-based goals at the beginning of the year.

High School 52

High School High School Beliefs Schools 52

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

Small group instruction ensures that students receive individualized feedback, while structured classroom settings create a supportive atmosphere where they can develop confidence and independence. Beyond academics, AEFs approach to personalized learning extends to life skills and social development.

Skills 137

Skills Schools Learning Students 137

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

And through the school’s house system, each student gets the chance to participate in and contribute to meaningful events. Elmwood supports its teachers through a unique coaching program that encourages peer feedback and shared learning. Athletes take the lead as captains or student coaches. Faculty growth is just as important.

Schools 210

Schools Culture Interdisciplinary Beliefs 210

Edsurge

APRIL 30, 2025

What feedback can you share from educators, students and families about using AI in your schools? In our district, educators have had a chance to participate in two of the AI conferences we held during the summers of the past two years. Many students and families were initially afraid of AI. Provide ongoing professional development.

Ethics 98

Ethics Intelligence Critical Thinking Feedback 98

Cal Matters

JUNE 25, 2025

That disengagement hindered attendance and participation during and after the pandemic, Davidson-Boyd said. “A And the university introduced a freshman course with tips on identifying their interests, participating in campus events and even asking instructors for help. “They remember being lonely. They’re just not showing up.

Math 88

Math English Lecturing High School 88

Edsurge

JUNE 25, 2025

We also know teachers can play an integral role in equipping young people to have safe, responsible and enriching online experiences, and we take their feedback seriously. Dr. Kevin Martin Principal, Parkway Northeast Middle School, Missouri What motivated you to participate in a pilot program focused on improving online safety?

Middle School 86

Middle School Middle School Schools Students 86