eSchool News

APRIL 11, 2018

Districts around the country are moving away from teaching models based on lectures and textbooks—but transition isn’t always simple. A few years ago, this question inspired me to begin exploring a route for K–4 and 5th- and 6th-grade students that would allow us to stray from the traditional model of lecture and testing.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Today’s students demand more than just traditional lectures and textbooks; they’re looking for an engaging, flexible, and personalized learning experience. Research indicates that students thrive in environments where teachers act as facilitators rather than mere dispensers of knowledge.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Most of us know what to expect in a face-to-face classroom: Students sitting in rows, facing instructors and listening to lectures, watching videos displayed on screens up front, or, in smaller classes, participating in lively discussion. Others find it enriching to participate in online chat and polling.

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Edsurge

JUNE 22, 2023

The plan is to train Jill Watson on the specific materials of any course it is being used for, by feeding in the text of lecture videos and slides, as well as the contents of the textbook. It can do some verification,” is how Goel puts it. “It Those courses enroll between 100 and 370 students each.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2015

Some of the newer pieces of adaptive software such as Achieve3000 and TenMarks use algorithms to identify a student’s current baseline knowledge so that instruction is neither too hard nor too easy, providing students with a more personalized experience. If some of the more rote sorts of lessons (think lectures, reviewing math facts, etc.)

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Finally, if a teacher isnt an engaging presenter, the lecture is likely even worse on video than in person. More than three-quarters (77 percent) of teachers who relied on curriculum outside of textbooks created their own materials in 2023, and that pattern is likely to continue. 4, 2020, [link].

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MAY 17, 2022

Record lectures so students can review them at their convenience. Another great way to use technology for exam prep is to record your lectures so that students can review them at their convenience. Supplement traditional textbooks with digital versions that can be accessed online. –Image credit Deposit Photos.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 9, 2019

In the applied laboratory, we often use learning materials that are realistic, such as video lectures, portions of a textbook or diagrams. Once we have strong evidence to suggest that some process, or learning strategy, does in fact cause learning, we begin to approximate the real-life setting without actually entering that setting.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

In fact, he predicted that the changes he’s experimenting with this semester might be jarring to students accustomed to lecture classes. His course expects a “new workflow,” he explains, since it uses adaptive courseware software, as well as a flipped classroom model where lectures are replaced with the interactive material.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 15, 2025

Dr. Emily Tarconish, a teaching professor in the College of Education, contributed her deep knowledge of Universal Design for Learning and accessible course design. Flexibility in format and modality such as recorded lectures, alternative assignments, or extended deadlinesmade students feel supported, capable, and seen.

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eSchool News

APRIL 4, 2024

From traditional tools like textbooks and whiteboards to innovative technologies and instructional strategies, these resources shape the classroom learning environment and promote academic success. One method is direct instruction, where teachers deliver content through lectures, demonstrations, and guided practice.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

From traditional classroom learning methods like lectures and textbooks to innovative technologies such as interactive whiteboards and educational apps, these tools aim to facilitate effective learning experiences and foster student growth. One effective teaching technique within active learning is problem-based learning (PBL).

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Edsurge

JUNE 19, 2018

They’re essentially self-help courses grounded in some serious body of knowledge, and their topics are similar to self-help books that dominate print best-seller lists. Laurie Santos, a professor of psychology at Yale, recorded lectures for her Science of Well-Being MOOC in her home. Some 100,000 signed up for the MOOC version.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 26, 2018

Gone were the days of handwritten flashcards and ten-pound textbooks. A third loaded up a digital textbook filled with circuits, transistors, and other assorted electronics diagrams. A recent visit to my old high school library left me disappointed. But the technology itself was not my concern.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

To history teacher Joe Welch, too many of today’s lessons still call to mind Ben Stein’s classic classroom lecture in “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.” Welch, an 8th-grade teacher at North Hills Middle School in Pittsburgh, is charting his own path—one that doesn’t include a textbook. My advice to young teachers is to go for it.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 19, 2024

This shift enhances accessibility for all parties involved, fostering a more inclusive educational environment where knowledge knows no bounds. With digital access, learning is no longer confined to textbooks and classroom materials. Parents can stay informed about their child’s progress without needing physical meetings.

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eSchool News

APRIL 2, 2025

They were designed to stretch my limits, to force me to engage deeply with the material rather than skim through a textbook for quick answers. The homework was intentionally challenging, often requiring problem-solving beyond what was covered in lectures. I cant recall a single homework assignment that was easier than a test question.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

From traditional classroom learning tools like textbooks and whiteboards to innovative techniques such as flipped classrooms and educational software, these resources aim to optimize educational outcomes and engage students effectively. What are tools and techniques in education?

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Textbooks Metacognitive Skills Education Teaching Methods 130

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 10, 2019

It’s already challenging us, as educators, to revisit our role as sole providers of formal knowledge and professional L&D. Using AI, we can deliver textbooks, lesson summaries, and flashcards that are highly focused, relevant, and applicable. As an authoring tool, AI goes beyond textbooks and traditional studying guides.

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Gamification eLearning Learning Textbooks 138

Edsurge

APRIL 10, 2017

Rather than rush to catch up, he opted to move through the textbook at his own pace so he could truly understand the concepts. It also sparked his belief that textbooks could evolve from something static into more fluid resources that adapt to students’ readiness levels. Kintali’s answer to the evolution of the textbook is.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 7, 2019

This practice helps to keep students engaged, allows them to test their knowledge without impacting their grades , and provides Dr. Perumal with valuable insights into what material students are struggling with. And it’s this service that makes it possible for our system to turn a classroom lecture into a study guide. Source: Echo360.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Too often, math teachers present information through lecturing and worksheets to students, forcing learners to decipher the context and usefulness on their own. Its because when instruction is devised for tests its not sensitive to whether the knowledge it imparts is long-lasting, Fisher says.

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Teach Hub

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Additionally, arranging a field trip to a science-related workplace like a technology company can help students understand and appreciate how professionals apply their knowledge in real-world settings. Virtual Guest Lectures Arrange video conferences with experts in the field of science.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

In higher education today, learning activities focus on challenging students throughout their studies—enabling them to acquire the knowledge, skills and attributes that will equip them for a rapidly changing and complex world and ensure they have the confidence to thrive as global citizens in the 21st century. Marcel Proust.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 7, 2023

To inspire students to return to their past knowledge, while setting up the right pathways for them to receive new ideas and ask epistemic questions, Popova et.al. However, the second body of the podcast can also repent a primer, where it can be employed in combination with review activities or formal lectures.

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Instructors Lecturing Learning Textbooks 111

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 24, 2018

Clutch Prep calls themselves “the video version of textbooks” but really, that doesn’t give you the full flavor of what they offer. Their academic how-to videos are textbook-specific so you pick the ones used in your classes, even by your teacher. Videos cover each chapter and can be used as a preview or review.

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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.

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Learning Styles Intelligence Blended Learning Gamification 285

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 11, 2022

I ask students to consider an approach to research writing that demonstrates their level of knowledge for the topic, theory, or process posed or that they choose to undertake. The level of knowledge is directly related to their commitment to the depth in which they are willing to explore. Step 1: Define. Step 3: Apply.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

From traditional classroom learning approaches like lectures and textbooks to innovative methodologies such as active learning and technology integration, these methods aim to promote effective and dynamic learning experiences. What are the 5 methods of teaching? What are the 5 methods of teaching?

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Teaching Teaching Methods Critical Thinking Learning Styles 130

Faculty Focus

MAY 7, 2023

To inspire students to return to their past knowledge, while setting up the right pathways for them to receive new ideas and ask epistemic questions, Popova et.al. However, the second body of the podcast can also repent a primer, where it can be employed in combination with review activities or formal lectures.

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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.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 4, 2015

His knowledge of and interest in both the EdTech world and the importance of a STEM education highlight the importance of inquiry-based education, DIY cultures and technology for enhanced learning as crucial 21st century activities. Eduporium ‘s Andy Larmand is the newest contributor to Ask a Tech Teacher.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 20, 2023

Showing up to lectures and completing class assignments are essential ingredients for success in most college courses. Actively reviewing and summarizing lecture notes, textbooks, and supplementary materials will deepen understanding and retention. Education is a lifelong journey – not a means to an end.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 20, 2023

Showing up to lectures and completing class assignments are essential ingredients for success in most college courses. Actively reviewing and summarizing lecture notes, textbooks, and supplementary materials will deepen understanding and retention. Education is a lifelong journey – not a means to an end.

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Failure Students Lecturing Feedback 98

Edsurge

MAY 14, 2017

I could see that my students were distracted by social media during the lecture. Sharma has a background in technology and video production (he actively researches and writes about educational technology and knowledge translation) led him to consider how to bridge that divide. Sharma says the brevity of their lectures are intentional.

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Lecturing Exams Textbooks Learning Styles 79

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

As Pachai, Acai, LoGiudice, and Kim (2016) say, “It is unreasonable to expect students to continuously pay attention while listening to a lecture, reading a textbook, or studying for an exam. Textbooks are long, generally with considerable new vocabulary and often on topics students don’t think of as interesting.

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Lecturing Attention Textbooks Exams 78

Edsurge

JULY 19, 2017

The idea is to replace one-size-fits-all lectures with a range of mix-and-match educational materials, so delivering a course can be done the way a doctor might consider different treatment options for different patients. And he’ll identify several different materials for each concept.

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