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MDM solutions and gamification make perfect interactive learning partners

eSchool News

Understanding the Basics of Gamification in Education Gamification means adding interactive gaming elements to processes such as learning. Everyone loves games, and competition motivates people to perform their best. Don’t gamify everything; instead, focus on lessons lacking engagement and motivation.

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5 ways to use edtech to engage shy students

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By leveraging edtech tools, teachers can foster participation, build confidence, and provide tailored learning experiences. Interactive learning apps and games: Incorporating interactive learning apps and games helps promote individualized learning paths. Apps like Kahoot!

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Why Sending Students Home with Writing Assignments Might Not Be The Best Idea

Catlin Tucker

1 Hard to Motivate After a Long Day at School After spending six to seven hours in a structured, often high-pressure academic environment, students face the additional burden of homework. As a result, writing assignments often fail to meet the psychological needs of autonomy, competence, and relatedness required for motivation.

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How AI tutoring personalizes learning for students

eSchool News

Enhancing student engagement and motivation Beyond academic support, AI tutoring systems can also improve student engagement and motivation. By implementing gamification techniques, such as progress tracking, reward systems, and interactive challenges, these systems can enhance student participation and deliver more fun while learning.

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Is the Traditional Classroom Becoming Obsolete?

Ask a Tech Teacher

As students increasingly seek flexible and interactive learning experiences, the conventional approach may not meet their needs any longer. Research indicates that active participation leads to higher retention rates, which can be upwards of 60% for students engaged in interactive learning.

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The future of gamification

eSchool News

Key points: Gamification can help engage students when they might otherwise lose motivation Engaged students are 2.5

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Friday 5: The many faces of classroom learning

eSchool News

Project-based learning is one of the most sensible solutions to the variety of needs teachers must try to meet for each student because it allows student autonomy and targets specific areas. Projects can be individually completed or a collaborative effort, promoting group work and social skills.

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