Edsurge

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Perched in lime green desk chairs, dozens of employees of OpenStax work here to transform physics, calculus and psychology materials into digital textbooks that students can study at no cost. First, OpenStax came for textbooks. OpenStax textbooks are display in a room named for the author of one the nonprofit's economics books. /

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

By immersing students in real-world applications, this technology tool exemplifies how innovative tools can bridge theoretical knowledge with practical skills, preparing students for the challenges of the future. The interactive and experiential nature of educational robotics enhances engagement, making learning enjoyable and meaningful.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Students who took multiple community college courses that used only free or low-cost OER materials earned more credits over time than their peers who took classes that used traditional course materials such as textbooks, according to a new study. I had a very good student come to me and say, ‘I can’t afford this textbook.’

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

By integrating real-world content relevant to their students’ lives, educators can bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and its practical application. Students can see and experience the relevance of what they are learning, which can have a profound impact on their motivation and comprehension.

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eSchool News

JUNE 28, 2024

Teachers should include an AI use chart (like this one from Ditch That Textbook ) with their course descriptions and have clear-cut discussions with parents and students about when AI use is and is not acceptable. It’s important to make the writing process less intimidating.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Traditional textbooks are being replaced by interactive e-books and online resources, giving students dynamic and multimedia-rich content that can be updated as the world changes. Online resources, educational websites, and digital libraries have expanded the scope of learning beyond the confines of textbooks.

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Technology Education Textbooks Learning Styles 239

eSchool News

MARCH 7, 2024

Projects using platforms like Flip , Garageband, Russel Tarr’s ClassTools Fakebook page , Matt Miller’s Ditch That TextBook templates, and Ryan O’Donnell’s Creative Ed Tech site offer innovative ways for students to showcase their understanding while connecting to their interests.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 26, 2023

During a session at FETC 2023 , Samuel explored how blockchain can be used in real world to solve problems like knowledge gaps, student motivation, attendance, teacher compensation. If you aren’t there, you can’t learn what you need to learn and build on previous knowledge. Each time a student shows up, they earn points.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 3, 2023

The district highly values IXL Analytics because it provides educators with data that allows them to track student achievement across schools and identify any gaps in knowledge. More than 10,000 rigorous, mastery-based skills deeply engage students, build a strong foundation of knowledge and prepare learners for higher-level thinking.

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Edsurge

JULY 22, 2020

But beyond simply imparting knowledge, her team has higher ambitions: to bridge the gap between getting students to merely learn about civics—to actual civic engagement. The second type of resources are practice materials focused on content knowledge. But motivation is not enough.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 1, 2016

Wilson County Schools is committed to ensuring that every student develops the high personal expectations, knowledge, and skills necessary to be successful today and in the future,” said Donna Wright, Ed.D, Director of Schools at Wilson County Schools.

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eSchool News

JULY 27, 2018

While setting up my classroom, my principal came by to deliver a set of fifth-grade textbooks and an analysis of the starting points for each of the 28 students in my class. I tried to learn how to keep the classroom orderly and motivate my students to learn. It was the most rewarding job I ever had … and also the toughest.

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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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Edsurge

OCTOBER 17, 2017

When people found out that Wikipedia was edited by everyone who just desired to edit, that was a conflict with the way knowledge is valued in higher education. I hear more often these days about teaching with free online materials instead of traditional textbooks (known as OER). Absolutely. It's a continuing spectrum. Absolutely.

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Peer Review Textbooks Education Writing 145

Edsurge

MARCH 10, 2025

With increased practice, they become more proficient and confident readers, and because everyone loves doing things theyre good at, theyre motivated to read more and more joyfully. Although large print may not be the standard for textbooks (yet), it has appealed to a wide range of students.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 17, 2022

There are many ways that this can be done, such as creating study groups on Facebook or Twitter, sharing relevant articles and books on these platforms, and posting online practice questions or interactive quizzes that students can complete to test their knowledge. His main mission is to make the classroom innovative and students motivated.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

For example, after reading through the Ohio Department of Education standards , I noticed disparities in budget allocations that limit the availability of Arabic textbooks and materials. The Struggle for Recognition and Its Impact on Student Identity In my school, untested and non-mandated subjects face specific constraints and limitations.

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Languages Language Learning Students 203

Edsurge

APRIL 22, 2019

The student’s mental image of the subject is more than likely that of a textbook—dense, daunting, and dry—accompanied by a sigh exclaiming, “Please, anything but this!” Only the rare student, who already is passionate about the topic, would consider navigating a textbook alone or for pleasure.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 19, 2021

Early studies, such as ones from international researcher Richard Van Hooijdonk , show that virtual and augmented reality tools can increase student engagement and motivation while increasing knowledge construction. Izzy Ngo and VERE360 are positioning themselves to be the go-to virtual reality resource for education.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Technology’s omnipresence has brought forth a new era of accessibility, democratizing knowledge across geographic and socioeconomic boundaries. The digital availability of information has accelerated the pace of knowledge sharing, enabling instant access to a vast repository of resources.

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Learning Learning Styles Critical Thinking Accessibility 255

Edsurge

JANUARY 17, 2023

Faculty had to overcome obstacles to even get there, including the lack of an official textbook and initial skepticism from colleagues in the math department, says Blaire Van Valkenburgh, who at the time was an associate dean of the department and was leading the reform effort.

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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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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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k12 Digest

APRIL 26, 2025

A school is more than just classrooms and textbooks; its a place where young minds take shape, dreams take flight, and lifelong connections are made. These programs are designed to bridge the gap between learning and doing, ensuring that students graduate with not just knowledge but also practical skills that will set them apart.

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k12 Digest

MARCH 5, 2025

Chassie has been a Teacher, Instructional Leader, Educational Consultant, Textbook Content Editor, Curriculum Coordinator, Vice Principal, Executive Principal, and Director of Learning at American Schools throughout the US and the MENA Region. She has been an educator for 23 years.

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Edsurge

JUNE 13, 2022

Even before meeting them, I had information that helped me understand some of their motivations, personal preferences and interests. OERs lend themselves to this strategy, allowing educators to add content that’s more relevant for students and better aligned to current knowledge than what may be found in traditional textbooks.

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Edsurge

JUNE 29, 2019

Initial Research Before developing a theory or building a model, the Wright brothers conducted an extensive literature search on the current state of aeronautical knowledge. They can’t deeply examine theories around student engagement or productive struggle because they are required to teach page 156 from the math textbook by Friday.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Its because when instruction is devised for tests its not sensitive to whether the knowledge it imparts is long-lasting, Fisher says. That gave them a sense of agency and motivated them to tackle complex problems. So more fun can be helpful, provided it builds on pathways of automatic math knowledge in students brains.

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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. The result is a more engaged, motivated student body ready to tackle complex challenges confidently. With digital access, learning is no longer confined to textbooks and classroom materials.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 22, 2018

They seek opportunities and time to illustrate scientific and social concepts with a real world understanding and have students apply their knowledge and express their understanding through writing. In this process, administrators should ensure there is a balance of tools that address fact acquisition and practice and knowledge application.

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Faculty Focus

MARCH 5, 2023

UDL was developed by CAST (2018) as a framework for designing curricula that enables all individuals to gain knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm for learning. Multiple means of representation focuses on the “what,” both learning resources and developing knowledge.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Throughout history, humans have used various media such as stones, wood, paper and chalkboards to explain and learn abstract concepts and complex knowledge. Teachers had to rely on their voices to capture students’ attention and adapt to unfamiliar remote teaching methods to motivate students who only appeared on video.

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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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Learning eLearning Instructors Learning Styles 130

Edsurge

OCTOBER 27, 2017

Flanagan writes: “Having a sense of purpose is ‘the long-term, number one motivator in life,’ said William Damon, author of “ The Path to Purpose.”To We unwittingly teach them that their interests and desires are subordinate to those of the textbook, the schedule, and our collective vision of their future.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 8, 2019

“Reading efficiency is about reading accurately, at an appropriate rate, and with prosody, which means reading with expression and awareness of the intended meaning of the text,” says Gehsmann, who co-authored a textbook about the developmental approach to teaching reading and writing and serves as a content-area specialist for Reading Plus.

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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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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

These technologies capture students’ attention and help them stay focused, leading to improved motivation and participation in the learning process. Online databases, digital libraries, and educational apps provide students with a wealth of information beyond traditional textbooks. Personalized learning is another key benefit.

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