eSchool News

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Therefore, teachers can help students meet the physical activity recommendations by incorporating movement breaks in the classroom” ( Get The Facts: Movement Breaks in the Classroom Grades K-5 , 2023). References: Get the Facts: Movement Breaks in the Classroom Grades K-5. 2023, March 21). link] Helean, T. & 2023, March 21).

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Edsurge

APRIL 6, 2020

As educators sift through numerous edtech tools in search of meaningful ways to connect, engage and share with their students, the following questions are helpful to consider: Students are more likely to stay motivated and engaged when they have a say in how the work will be completed. Quickstart guide for bulb Digital Portfolios.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

One of my challenges as a music teacher is finding learning tools that inspire and motivate my students and engage them musically, regardless of their individual abilities. Right now I teach grades 1 through 9 at Lake Travis STEM Academy, just outside Austin, Texas. I’ve taught music full-time for a few years.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Epic Charter Schools offers online learning to more than 30,000 students in the state of Oklahoma. For years, the school had been searching for ways to reverse the pattern of disengagement, build motivation to complete schoolwork and get students over that finish line at graduation.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Holzweiss , a high school educational technology enrichment specialist librarian, shared her tips to help school librarians engage with students, support teachers , and make their school libraries dynamic and welcoming learning spaces. What are the emerging technologies in a library?

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Edsurge

MAY 2, 2024

As at many schools these days, students spend much of their learning time on a laptop or an iPad, and they use a variety of tech tools as they move through the school day. A primary goal of Ed is to nudge and motivate students to complete homework and other, optional enrichments. We want to incentivize daily usage,” says Smith-Griffin.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 17, 2018

That’s been my motivation. For us, SSO has become a learning enabler when sometimes technology can be a learning variable. They’re immediately into a learning space personalized for them. They have various software applications based on their learning needs. So the time to task is instantaneous.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

From Montessori to personalized, to college and life-prep schools, individual campuses picked up pedagogies and transformed their learning spaces. When there is no connection between learning practices taught in elementary, middle and high school, teachers do not recognize the importance of what they are doing.

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Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Educators serve as powerful motivators in encouraging appreciative mindsets. Significance in education Enriched learning experience: When students develop an appreciative mindset, they become more motivated and engaged in their learning journey.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

A new book, “ Learning Innovation and the Future of Higher Education ,” looks at how to create systems that apply the science of learning into actual teaching. It focuses on colleges, but it has something to say to educators at all grade levels. Maloney: I think you’re actually both right in this as well. Is it enough?

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Edsurge

APRIL 9, 2019

My students don’t always work so collaboratively—they are ninth graders, after all, and are accustomed to working on individual assignments for the benefit of their own grades. They weren’t completing an assignment for a grade, but building something for real people. Other times, they idle with confusion or waning motivation.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 26, 2018

Michael Matera, a 6th grade world history teacher in Milwaukee, used his expertise in gamification to write a top selling book, Explore Like a Pirate. Knowing that their work could potentially be seen by others beyond our school community raised the bar for my students in motivation and execution. It's not a one-way street.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

The open plan area in the center is a flexible learning space where kids can work independently or socialize at a school that can otherwise be pretty isolating. The network uses a mastery-based learning model, and students must earn 80 percent or higher on independent work before teachers can move on in class.

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Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Educators serve as powerful motivators in encouraging appreciative mindsets. Significance in education Enriched learning experience: When students develop an appreciative mindset, they become more motivated and engaged in their learning journey.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

One notable piece of K-12 tech innovation news is the integration of interactive devices and digital learning tools, transforming static learning spaces into dynamic, multimedia-rich environments. Learning management systems (LMS) and grading software automate routine tasks, saving time and improving efficiency.

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Edsurge

APRIL 7, 2020

Once distance learning had gone into effect, we heard from one educator who shared, “ My vision of finally having someone else take care of my own kids’ education, even virtually, was smashed to smithereens. This requires 100% parent involvement, actually 200% because my kids are in two different grades!

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Cult of Pedagogy

AUGUST 4, 2024

When we discussed their issues, you’d hear things like “That kid is a mess” and “She just doesn’t keep up with her things,” or even “He doesn’t care about school” or “She’s not motivated.” ” To learn more about Weathers’ system, visit Organized Binder.

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k12

APRIL 10, 2025

Good study habits help students stay organized, motivated, and confident in their learning. With the right support, students can develop routines that make learning smoother and less stressful. Here are five ways to support your childs learning and build healthy study habits that prepare them for success.

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 20, 2023

But how do we infuse warmth in digital learning spaces through written communication ? And lastly, we should also consider the assumptions we hold about our student audiences—their grade level, motivations, abilities, goals, backgrounds, and more. Certainly, videos are one means of doing this, as is audio.

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Faculty Focus

MARCH 23, 2025

Student engagement and motivation : Students are reluctant to engage with formative assessment tasks if they perceive them as low-stakes with no incentive that aids their grades. Overcoming these impediments is crucial to accelerating progress with assessment for learning.

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k12

MARCH 26, 2025

Its about nurturing curiosity, confidence, and a love for learning. When children learn in a good classroom environment, they feel safe, motivated, and ready to explore new ideas. It is more than just setting up a desk and logging into online lessons; it involves creating a safe, motivating, and supportive space.

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Faculty Focus

APRIL 20, 2023

But how do we infuse warmth in digital learning spaces through written communication ? And lastly, we should also consider the assumptions we hold about our student audiences—their grade level, motivations, abilities, goals, backgrounds, and more. Certainly, videos are one means of doing this, as is audio.

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k12

MARCH 16, 2025

Online learning adapts to individual strengths, challenges, and interests, providing customized lesson plans. Learn more about our personalized online learning programs for every grade level. A consistent space signals school time and enhances focus.

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k12 Online Schools

APRIL 23, 2025

Design a Dedicated Learning Space Where students study impacts how well they study. Personal touches like a plant, calendar, or motivational quote can add warmth without making the space feel casual. This is perhaps one of the most important study tips for online learning. Motivation grows with recognition.

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Faculty Focus

MARCH 23, 2025

Student engagement and motivation : Students are reluctant to engage with formative assessment tasks if they perceive them as low-stakes with no incentive that aids their grades. Overcoming these impediments is crucial to accelerating progress with assessment for learning.

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Feedback Lecturing Laboratory Students 53

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

An equally pressing issue is navigating the increasing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the teaching and learning space. And for most of us, throwing ourselves into our studies and homework can come with negative side effects like burnout, stress, and decreased mood and motivation.

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Collaborative Research Writing Failure Students 96

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

An equally pressing issue is navigating the increasing role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the teaching and learning space. And for most of us, throwing ourselves into our studies and homework can come with negative side effects like burnout, stress, and decreased mood and motivation.

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Collaborative Research Writing Failure Students 80

k12 Online Schools

APRIL 27, 2025

In a proper online school, licensed teachers lead the instruction, deliver the lessons, assign the work, and grade the assessments. In the early grades, parents play a bigger role as Learning Coaches. Online schooling, particularly through accredited K12 schools, is not homeschooling. What about socialization?

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Cult of Pedagogy

APRIL 2, 2023

They shared their findings in their 2019 book, In Search of Deeper Learning. Amazon | Bookshop.org On the podcast, Sarah Fine talked with me about what teachers and school leaders can do to bring more of that secret sauce into their learning spaces. What is Deeper Learning? That’s the starting point.

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Learning Knowledge Art Grades 52

Edsurge

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Volunteers from the nonprofit Portland Society for Architecture agreed to assess the school sites and determine how many outdoor learning spaces each could accommodate. Fifth-grade students demonstrate what outdoor learning looks like at Portland Public Schools this fall. Some could fit a dozen or more, Teller says.

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