Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2023

Through our online series, we explored the power of universally designed blended learning models to achieve deeper learning outcomes. Our discussions culminated in selecting specific challenges to explore in-depth, with the goal of prototyping solutions at the Learning Leaders Summit in Dubai.

Blended Learning 460

Blended Learning Universal Design Learning Motivation 460

Faculty Focus

MAY 11, 2025

As the capacity of AI grows to complete increasingly complex tasks, we (as college instructors) may wonder what we can offer our students in the age of AI. Why College Instructors Matter: A Student’s Perspective I had a conversation with one of my students recently about this exact question. Schoeder, 2024).

Instructors 114

Instructors Motivation Critical Thinking Students 114

Edsurge

JANUARY 11, 2021

It is historically one of the most vexing problems in education that there is a tradeoff between scale and achievable quality of instruction : As class sizes grow larger, the ability of a teacher to provide the type of personalized guidance shown by learning science research to be most effective is diminished.

Teaching 213

Teaching Instructors Quizzes Intelligence 213

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Assessment should be considered integral to the instructional process, and the development of assessments with lesson-planning improves learning outcomes. Align learning targets with assessment methods. For example, knowledge learning targets are efficiently assessed using traditional selected-response type questions.

Instructors 207

Instructors Knowledge Learning Outcomes Curriculum 207

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 11, 2016

Deeper learning competencies serve as “North Star” for a new vision of teaching, according to a new report. Deeper learning refers to the competencies, knowledge, and skills that students must develop to be successful post-K-12. Next page: Practices of teachers who achieve deeper learning outcomes.

Learning 190

Learning Learning Outcomes Instructors Achievement 190

eSchool News

MAY 1, 2024

While some educators worry that technology and artificial intelligence (AI) might have a negative effect in these areas, many see the positive impact of AI on students’ ability to learn in their preferred languages, improved grades and career readiness. Canada, and in northern Europe, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East.

Academic Integrity 294

Academic Integrity Plagiarism Critical Thinking Students 294

eSchool News

DECEMBER 16, 2015

According to a new report, incorporating Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in online courses not only benefits students with disabilities, but can have significant benefits for all students, ultimately increasing retention and improving learning outcomes. Knowing Where to Start. Next page: The 10-Step Guide.

Accessibility 189

Accessibility Disabilities Universal Design Instructors 189

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Most teachers who work in education today have studied — or at least are familiar with — VARK , a learning theory first introduced by Neil Fleming in 1987. VARK suggests that students can best accelerate their knowledge acquisition via one of four core learning styles: visual (V), aural (A), read/write (R) or kinesthetic (K).

Technology 202

Technology Instructors Learning Styles Learning 202

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Generally, in smaller classes, students can establish stronger relationships with their instructors. Teachers who can spend more time with each student is able to tailor their teaching to specific students’ needs and, in turn, learning outcomes improve. Classrooms Become More Collaborative.

Achievement 268

Achievement Students Instructors Ethics 268

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Members of the CAB were selected based on their deep knowledge of education technology, passion for improving learning outcomes, and success in supporting students’ academic achievements and families’ evolving needs. so we can continue innovating and providing the best solutions to support all students.”

Special Education 268

Special Education History Interdisciplinary Instructors 268

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

From the very start of digital education, the big question has always been: ”How can students learn effectively, if they’re not face-to-face with their instructors?” I’d send instructors off into virtual classrooms, practically on their own, with little or no support. Sink or swim. All you need is your imagination.”

Online Learning 156

Online Learning Lecturing Learning Instructors 156

eSchool News

MAY 15, 2024

Continuous learning doesn’t always mean being enrolled as a student in a formal class. Learning is about growth, reflection, and improvement. It is anchored in exploring new ideas, testing our knowledge, and applying information in new contexts. Learning can happen in many ways!

Education 312

Education Schools Math Science 312

Scholarly Teacher

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Rachel Thelen , The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry Noelle Haight , Occupational Therapist and Educator Julia VanderMolen , University of the Pacific Key Statement: Four helpful tips, including backwards design, for the new instructor looking to (re)design their course. Many new instructors face this what now?

Instructors 52

Instructors Curriculum Quizzes Lecturing 52

Faculty Focus

APRIL 15, 2025

This involves evaluating the most effective methods and learning environments to engage students and enhance their achievement of desired learning outcomes. Two such approachesmicrolearning and andragogyoffer promising solutions to enhance student engagement and knowledge retention.

Student Engagement 106

Student Engagement Instructors Lecturing Students 106

Edsurge

DECEMBER 28, 2017

Until recently, the use of OER—digital educational materials that are both more easily adaptable by instructors and more affordable than traditional textbooks—was being led by early-adopter professors driven by a desire to improve teaching and an interest in new technology. OER needs bells and whistles.

Textbooks 157

Textbooks Teaching Instructors Testing 157

Faculty Focus

MARCH 21, 2023

Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) are a powerful way for instructors to connect, collaborate, set common learning goals, and upgrade their skills to enhance student learning. Without debate, instructors and their classroom practice are one of the most significant influences on student learning and success.

Instructors 111

Instructors Learning Learning Outcomes Lecturing 111

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Students in the 21st century enter the classroom armed with a vast array of knowledge just a swipe away on various digital devices. Instructors often turn to flipped classrooms as a method to engage learners but run into unexpected barriers. Students who develop a growth mindset identify the faculty as a resource for learning.

Lecturing 130

Lecturing Instructors Knowledge Failure 130

Faculty Focus

MAY 7, 2023

Professors in the department of kinesiology at Cal Poly Tech Humboldt have observed growth in student performance and comprehension by designing content-specific episodes that begin by considering the basic building block of an instructor-generated podcast. The principal focus of the second body is to convey new information.

Instructors 111

Instructors Lecturing Learning Textbooks 111

Faculty Focus

MARCH 21, 2023

Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) are a powerful way for instructors to connect, collaborate, set common learning goals, and upgrade their skills to enhance student learning. Without debate, instructors and their classroom practice are one of the most significant influences on student learning and success.

Instructors 98

Instructors Learning Learning Outcomes Lecturing 98

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Memorization and other lower-order skills represented at the bottom of Bloom’s Taxonomy or Level One of Webb’s Depth of Knowledge wheel are part of the learning process. However, lower-order skills are the floor, not the ceiling, of student learning, and now more than ever before, the floor is not enough.

Skills 211

Skills Students Assignments Essay 211

Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2023

Many instructors have observed variability in students’ motivation to learn and grow. Positive academic mindsets motivate students to learn Mindset science has uncovered actionable insights into the academic behaviors of students. [i] Every student learns at a different pace.

Beliefs 116

Beliefs Motivation Instructors Students 116

eSchool News

AUGUST 14, 2023

s flexible professional learning program. “We and found the trainers to be very knowledgeable and supportive,” she said. Under Mr. Hatcher’s guidance, Akron Public Schools partnered with Edmentum to integrate cutting-edge learning technologies, harnessing their full potential to enhance learning outcomes.

Math 245

Math High School High School Grades 245

Edsurge

OCTOBER 17, 2023

He argues that the traditional lecture method for teaching physics and other STEM fields has been proven ineffective, and that shifts to more active methods can greatly improve learning outcomes to make sure the next generation of researchers can make the next Nobel-worthy breakthroughs. Broadly, what do you think should change?

Teaching 200

Teaching Lecturing Evaluation Teaching Evaluations 200

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

The food choice helps me understand a bit about their cultural background, while knowledge of their career dreams enables me to tailor class topics to their interests. It also enhances the teaching experience for the instructor. What inclusive instructors do: Principles and practices for excellence in college teaching.

Syllabus 122

Syllabus Lecturing Instructors Feedback 122

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

As Crisp said, “New degree programs should honor the knowledge and skill students bring to the table by eliminating lectures over content that is repetitive from other courses or life experiences.”. She also tweeted, “Synchronous vs. asynchronous would be based on each learning outcome.” . — ecrisp (@ecrisp) November 13, 2018.

eLearning 151

eLearning Instructors Participation Discussions 151

Faculty Focus

APRIL 16, 2024

Just as a chef with pre-developed culinary skills meticulously selects ingredients and carefully plans before creating a masterpiece, educators must equip students with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for their academic success.

Exams 115

Exams Quizzes Students Course Design 115

eSchool News

JULY 23, 2020

eLumen , the all-in-one platform that helps institutions of higher learning and all individual stakeholders succeed on purpose, today announced the launch of a suite of professional services designed to leverage the effectiveness of instructors and enhance the accomplishments that take place on campuses across the world every day.

Evaluation 130

Evaluation Learning Achievement Learning Outcomes 130

Faculty Focus

APRIL 15, 2025

This involves evaluating the most effective methods and learning environments to engage students and enhance their achievement of desired learning outcomes. Two such approachesmicrolearning and andragogyoffer promising solutions to enhance student engagement and knowledge retention.

Student Engagement 82

Student Engagement Instructors Lecturing Students 82

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 16, 2024

Pursuing classroom pedagogy with a focus on invoking the imagination will encourage students to think about how to apply their knowledge, which could result in stronger classroom engagement and better learning outcomes for our students. What is the imagination?

Instructors 121

Instructors Achievement Motivation Art 121

Faculty Focus

MAY 9, 2024

Banning GenAI tools is not the solution Many students use GenAI tools to aid their learning. Additionally, non-native English speakers and students with language and learning disabilities often turn to these tools to support their thinking, communication, and learning. Write your own GenAI policy to include in your syllabus.

Academic Integrity 137

Academic Integrity Writing Syllabus Exams 137

Scholarly Teacher

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Collaborating with students through student-faculty partnerships is one way to foster an asset-based mindset t hat draws on students’ linguistically diverse resources as tools for learning and growth in and beyond the classroom. access to resources, prior knowledge, literacy/language background, technology, etc.)?

Teaching 98

Teaching Instructors English Language 98

Faculty Focus

MAY 7, 2023

Professors in the department of kinesiology at Cal Poly Tech Humboldt have observed growth in student performance and comprehension by designing content-specific episodes that begin by considering the basic building block of an instructor-generated podcast. The principal focus of the second body is to convey new information.

Instructors 93

Instructors Lecturing Learning Textbooks 93

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

The food choice helps me understand a bit about their cultural background, while knowledge of their career dreams enables me to tailor class topics to their interests. It also enhances the teaching experience for the instructor. What inclusive instructors do: Principles and practices for excellence in college teaching.

Syllabus 110

Syllabus Lecturing Instructors Feedback 110

Edsurge

JANUARY 7, 2019

And as I began to research this issue, I discovered that most of the technology investment in educational institutions really doesn’t impact learning engagement for learning outcomes. Instead of hearing only from the same six students, instructors get feedback from many more.

Study 164

Study Lecturing Assistive Technology Exams 164

Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2023

Many instructors have observed variability in students’ motivation to learn and grow. Positive academic mindsets motivate students to learn Mindset science has uncovered actionable insights into the academic behaviors of students. [i] Every student learns at a different pace.

Beliefs 98

Beliefs Motivation Instructors Students 98

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Students in the 21st century enter the classroom armed with a vast array of knowledge just a swipe away on various digital devices. Instructors often turn to flipped classrooms as a method to engage learners but run into unexpected barriers. Students who develop a growth mindset identify the faculty as a resource for learning.

Lecturing 98

Lecturing Instructors Knowledge Failure 98

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 16, 2024

Pursuing classroom pedagogy with a focus on invoking the imagination will encourage students to think about how to apply their knowledge, which could result in stronger classroom engagement and better learning outcomes for our students. What is the imagination?

Instructors 109

Instructors Achievement Motivation Art 109