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Integrating Active Learning in Large STEM Lectures

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Gabriele Pinto , Baylor University Key Statement: Implementing elements of active learning into a large course may seem daunting task, but think-pair-share aided by quizzing and clickers can be done in any size classroom. Depending on the classroom setup, group work can also be chaotic and auditorily overwhelming.

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SEL and Classroom Culture In an Age of Distance Learning

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How to Get Started with SEL Teachers can emphasize SEL with their students from day one of the school year by flipping their class expectations and beginning with activities that get students collaborating while also practicing classroom routines. You can play the “This or That?”

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Asynchronous Learning or Live Lessons? Which One Works Better for Me?

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If you work in education in 2020, you are making tough decisions about how to best reach and teach your learners in the midst of a global pandemic. There is a dearth of evidence to help teachers make informed choices on how to allocate time to asynchronous vs. synchronous online learning.

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How to Combat the “Hey Look! A Squirrel!” Syndrome

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We all see students in television shows and movies sitting in neat little rows, listening attentively to the teacher, and answering questions. But somehow, the directors always fail to capture the huge distractions teachers deal with on a daily basis.

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Can We Design Online Learning Platforms That Feel More Intimate Than Massive?

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Teachers spend hours designing and setting up their classrooms. One of EdSurge’s most popular articles described how a teacher used flexible seating to create a classroom that resembled Starbucks, spawning a movement to “ Starbucks your classroom. ” They arrange cozy reading nooks and construct colorful bulletin boards.

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Use of Technology in the Classroom to Enhance Teaching and Learning

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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. So, how does technology help teachers and students?

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Education Technology

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Tools like learning management systems (LMS), educational apps, and gamified platforms allow teachers to differentiate instruction, providing students with content tailored to their needs and pace. Teachers can create and manage assignments, distribute resources, and provide real-time feedback to students.