Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 24, 2019

Technology and the connected world put a fork in the old model of teaching–instructor in front of the class, sage on the stage, students madly taking notes, textbooks opened, homework as worksheets, and tests regurgitating facts. Transfer of knowledge is key. Respond to their varied time constraints and knowledge levels.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The proliferation of educational apps and online resources has expanded learning beyond the confines of textbooks. This digital ecosystem not only enhances academic knowledge but also cultivates digital literacy skills essential for the modern workforce. This information can inform instructional strategies and interventions.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 24, 2015

Technology and the connected world put a fork in the old model of teaching–instructor in front of the class, sage on the stage, students madly taking notes, textbooks opened to the chapter being reviewed, homework as worksheets based on the text, tests regurgitating important facts. Transfer of knowledge is critical.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Technology’s omnipresence has brought forth a new era of accessibility, democratizing knowledge across geographic and socioeconomic boundaries. The digital availability of information has accelerated the pace of knowledge sharing, enabling instant access to a vast repository of resources.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

We can’t just use a college textbook, we go through it so fast.” Duolingo supplements these personal motivations by building gamification techniques into its lessons. We have to build our own curriculum,” says Col. Gary Hausman, who runs the institute. “We Travel, work, and family each notched about 11 percent of the votes.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 22, 2019

Instead of relying on textbooks and teacher direction, these students had to think critically about unfolding events, collaborate with peers and adults, and make creative use of digital tools to communicate their ideas. The story offers a good example of how education is shifting as we wrap up two decades of the 21st century.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Within these walls, knowledge transcends textbooks, as discussions, debates, and collaborations spark deeper understanding. It serves as a dynamic hub for knowledge exchange, critical thinking development, and social interaction. One effective strategy is to incorporate gamification into classroom learning activities.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Digital assessments and quizzes inject an element of gamification into the learning process, making assessments more engaging and reinforcing key concepts. Digital textbooks and e-books offer a more interactive and dynamic alternative to traditional printed materials. Tablets offer portability and versatility in the classroom.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 27, 2018

Less about textbooks and more about authentic resources. Textbooks used to be de rigueur in a classroom. No more waiting for the expensive update to a textbook. One reason is that teacher tech training has systemically and diligently filled in the knowledge holes. Gamification of classes.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

The future of education is changing, and global workforce demands will be influenced by the need for knowledge around and skills in fast-growing technologies such as AI. This begs the question: What’s next for education? What are the projections for edtech? Looking ahead to 2024, the industry is poised to transition to an offensive stance.

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k12 Online Schools

APRIL 23, 2025

Use Active Learning, Not Passive Consumption Watching lectures or reading textbooks might feel productive, but its passive. Gamification adds fun and engagement to routine study activities. It helps students hear different perspectives and test their knowledge by explaining concepts aloud.

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k12 Online Schools

MAY 7, 2025

For example: A history teacher might ask students to analyze how major historical events are portrayed in YouTube shorts versus textbooks. Its no longer just a supplementary tool, its becoming integral to how students connect, create, and consume knowledge. Were seeing: Gamified learning challenges shared as reels or stories (e.g.,

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