k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

This kind of structured choice fosters agency and motivation. At the same time, I hold high expectations by aligning individual teacher goals with school-wide learning outcomes, ensuring coherence and focus. One approach I find effective is using student work and learning data as a shared lens for professional conversations.

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Interdisciplinary Learning Feedback Culture 144

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Drawbacks of Remote Education While virtual classrooms provide numerous advantages, they also present significant drawbacks that can impact the learning experience. Studies show that students in remote settings often feel isolated, which can lead to decreased motivation and engagement.

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Hybrid Learning Learning Styles Study Critical Thinking 128

k12

JULY 10, 2025

Here are some of the benefits of prioritizing online engagement: Improved learning outcomes Increased motivation and self-esteem Enhanced understanding and retention Reduced isolation and increased community Improved completion rates These are the kinds of outcomes every parent hopes for.

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Online Learning Quizzes Learning Motivation 52

Teaching with a Mountain View

JUNE 19, 2025

Classroom Management and Student Engagement Teach Like a Pirate – A motivational guide to help teachers bring creativity, passion, and engagement into their classrooms. Teach with Magic – Learn how to create captivating and dynamic lessons that inspire students every day.

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Reading Skills Teachers Classroom Management 59

Faculty Focus

JUNE 29, 2025

In this mode, the professor’s authority, preferences, expertise, and goals (“learning outcomes”), even body, take center stage. It can be constructive, motivating, and well-meaning in certain contexts. Self-determination theory and the facilitation of intrinsic motivation, social development, and well-being.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 29, 2025

In this mode, the professor’s authority, preferences, expertise, and goals (“learning outcomes”), even body, take center stage. It can be constructive, motivating, and well-meaning in certain contexts. Self-determination theory and the facilitation of intrinsic motivation, social development, and well-being.

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Teaching Motivation Learning Outcomes Instructors 70

Elevate k12

JUNE 20, 2025

Addressing the teacher shortage promotes positive learning outcomes, as students can access qualified and experienced educators who can provide personalized attention, create engaging lessons, and facilitate student learning.

Teachers 52

Teachers Education Attention Coaching 52

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.

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Blended Learning Universal Design Learning Motivation 460

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 5, 2023

Research has shown that the way furniture is arranged in a classroom can significantly impact student behavior and learning outcomes (Granito & Santana, 2016; Parks, Corno & Cozzone, 2017). This can lead to greater engagement and motivation, as students feel a sense of belonging and connection to their peers.

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Motivation Learning Outcomes Communication Coaching 481

Edsurge

MAY 9, 2023

Gamified elements like points, coins, badges or topping a leaderboard are like “jolts of caffeine,” claims Manuj Dhariwal, which can take focus away from real learning, or creating projects online. Competing [in a game] doesn’t work as motivation for every student. The idea is to keep learners motivated in a class.

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Gamification Motivation Game-Based Learning Math 203

Edsurge

JULY 21, 2016

Students expect to come to school to learn and to be challenged (although they may never tell us that). If we want such activities to produce genuine student growth, instructional design must focus on learning outcomes as opposed to the activity itself. Nonetheless, students also want to enjoy learning.

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Learning Outcomes Activities Learning Discussions 145

eSchool News

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Because I have experience in the edtech industry, I have some thoughts on what I think the key question should be: How can I nurture a genuine love of learning? We know that students today are still struggling academically, and research shows that tutoring can have a strong positive impact on student learning outcomes.

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Learning Styles Critical Thinking Intelligence Motivation 312

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Agency is a key element in personalizing education, and research has found that students who have agency in their learning are happier in school and more likely to achieve success. The benefits of student agency Students are more engaged and motivated.

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Students Motivation Achievement Assignments 348

eSchool News

JANUARY 10, 2025

“Several empirical studies have confirmed that students in gamified learning environments achieve higher levels of motivation and cognitive engagement compared to those in traditional classroom settings” (Dehghanzadeh et al., “Games are among childrens favorite activities, especially for primary school students.

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Gamification Multiple Choice Questions Motivation Social Studies 306

Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Step #2: Define the Desired Results or Intended Outcomes. Likewise, a teacher must identify the target learning outcomes or goals for a particular learning experience if they are going to design with purpose and intentionality. An architect sketches a blueprint, which clearly defines what the builders are working toward.

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Blended Learning Teachers Learning Grades 535

eSchool News

JANUARY 21, 2025

These electives provide students with opportunities to explore interests and develop a well-rounded skill set, fostering engagement and motivation. Students learn differently and are unique, with varying interests and academic needs, and a comprehensive digital curriculum should reflect that.

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Gamification Learning Outcomes Quizzes Students 300

Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2023

Many instructors have observed variability in students’ motivation to learn and grow. In other words, can we foster greater motivation? Positive academic mindsets motivate students to learn Mindset science has uncovered actionable insights into the academic behaviors of students. Try some out.

Beliefs 116

Beliefs Motivation Instructors Students 116

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

When asked about their biggest challenge in the coming year, 45 percent of teachers predicted that motivation and engagement will be their top issue, while 24 percent anticipate the biggest classroom challenge will be digital distractions, such as students’ personal phones. Teachers are committed to their own growth.

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Student Engagement Gamification Schools Motivation 319

eSchool News

AUGUST 2, 2015

In the current climate of high stakes testing, state standards, and prescribed learning outcomes, it can be incredibly difficult to foster an atmosphere of innovation and creativity that inspires students. Next page: How to motivate creative thinking. But rest assured, it is possible.

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Teachers Middle School Middle School Motivation 280

Faculty Focus

MAY 4, 2023

Many instructors have observed variability in students’ motivation to learn and grow. In other words, can we foster greater motivation? Positive academic mindsets motivate students to learn Mindset science has uncovered actionable insights into the academic behaviors of students. Try some out.

Beliefs 98

Beliefs Motivation Instructors Students 98

eSchool News

JUNE 25, 2019

This research shows a clear connection between skilled school leadership and positive student learning outcomes. Effective school leaders apply their educational expertise and management skills in order to focus their efforts, and those of their teaching staff, on improving the quality of student learning outcomes.

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Schools Learning Outcomes Culture Feedback 270

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

The study will analyze millions of data points collected as students and teachers use ST Math, to explore how student behavior, student problem-solving methods and teacher actions influence learning outcomes and student motivation.

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Math STEM Evaluation Motivation 229

eSchool News

JULY 19, 2024

By thinking outside the box and implementing innovative strategies, school districts can create an appealing and sustainable career path for educators, ensuring that every classroom is led by a qualified and motivated teacher. Live, interactive teaching does more than just help fill classroom vacancies.

Teachers 294

Teachers Culture Special Education Interactive Teaching 294

eSchool News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The technology should augment what the teachers are already doing in the classroom and amplify their impact on student learning outcomes. Yet educators need to take a moment to reflect on teaching methods, rekindle their passion for learning, and embrace change. Do not purchase new technology because it is the hottest trend.

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Hybrid Learning Cognitive Development Intelligence Motivation 320

eSchool News

MAY 9, 2019

Allowing students to have a role in teaching is motivating and will provide intrinsic drive. Once they design the goals, lesson ideas, and learning outcomes, students can use video or posters to create movie-like trailers. Unit trailers : Take student-created units to the next level.

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Schools Testing Motivation Learning Outcomes 280

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

From bats echolocation being the basis for radar and sonar devices to geckos sticky feet inspiring the design for adhesives, we are constantly motivated by the world around us to create products that help people. Integrating resources like these into your teaching can make a significant difference in student engagement and learning outcomes.

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Education Learning Outcomes STEM Participation 241

eSchool News

JUNE 21, 2019

This research shows a clear connection between skilled school leadership and positive student learning outcomes. Effective school leaders apply their educational expertise and management skills in order to focus their efforts, and those of their teaching staff, on improving the quality of student learning outcomes.

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Schools Learning Outcomes Culture Feedback 236

eSchool News

AUGUST 14, 2024

Additionally, gamification features, enhanced by AI, can make learning more engaging and enjoyable by incorporating game elements into educational activities, and motivating through rewards, challenges, and interactive storytelling.

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Teaching Gamification Feedback Intelligence 325

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.

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Academic Integrity Plagiarism Critical Thinking Students 294

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

With desk tops touching and knapsacks piled high, we maneuvered through introductions and the kind of icebreakers that research indicates can strengthen learning outcomes. These students appeared motivated to learna direct contrast to the disengagement narrative that permeates todays education circles.

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Motivation Students Instructors Failure 64

eSchool News

AUGUST 28, 2023

BOSTON – As part of its human-centered approach to AI in K-12 education, learning technology company HMH today announced new OpenAI-powered integrations within Writable , its award-winning writing practice and assessment solution for grades 3-12. This saves valuable time teachers can use to invest in student connections.

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Plagiarism Teachers Feedback Essay 246

Edsurge

MAY 10, 2021

Games can be particularly effective for engaging learners, promoting active participation and motivating students, both in and outside of the classroom. Educators have long used games to promote learning and deepen student understanding of subject matter. Finally, GBL can also make the learning more relevant.

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Game-Based Learning Gamification Motivation Learning 201

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Joy: Cultivating a love for learning Imagine a school where students eagerly anticipate each day, where learning is synonymous with excitement and discovery. By fostering a positive school culture, we create an environment where students and staff feel valued and motivated. This vision underscores the first promise of Joy.

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Schools Learning Students Knowledge 300

eSchool News

DECEMBER 31, 2018

. • With 2019 here and 2020 in arm’s reach, there’s an ever-growing expectation that next-generation tech tools should do a better job of informing educators on which resources improve learning outcomes. This is a good thing, because it will take motivation from all sides to achieve simpler data connections between systems.

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Failure Learning Outcomes Communication Activities 280

k12 Digest

MAY 14, 2025

As a leader of IB World schools, Kim Green is committed to creating strong connections across the learning continuum through impactful leadership, a strong curriculum that leads to mastery, and mindful and inclusive practices. Seeing students and educators achieve their full potential across diverse domains keeps me motivated every day.

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Achievement Learning Outcomes Culture Universal Design 218

eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2015

In the current climate of high stakes testing, state standards, and prescribed learning outcomes, it can be incredibly difficult to foster an atmosphere of innovation and creativity that inspires students. Next page: How to motivate creative thinking. But rest assured, it is possible.

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Teachers Middle School Middle School Testing 189

eSchool News

JULY 26, 2016

.” Nearly all surveyed teachers (93 percent) said their students would be excited to use virtual reality, and 83 percent said virtual reality could have a positive influence on learning outcomes. “We decided we’d experiment with content creation,” Lloyd said.

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Teachers Motivation Learning Outcomes Study 189