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Why multimedia learning tools are a critical part of classrooms

eSchool News

But how do teachers accomplish this tall task and make learning irresistible? The answer lies in the effective use of multimedia learning tools. A look at multimedia learning tools in classrooms. Video, graphics, digital presentations–there’s no shortage of multimedia learning tools.

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This Tool Has Kindergarteners Demanding More Reading and Writing Time

Edsurge

With Immersive Reader, they go back day after day, and then they get mad at you when the project is over because they want more time to add to their writing. They use laptops, touch TVs and Microsoft Office products for both independent and whole-class learning. One tool on heavy rotation is Microsoft’s Immersive Reader.

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4 Approaches to Detect AI Writing

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AI-generated writing, currently centered around ChatGPT, already is a disruptive force in education. However, there are a few indicators that can help you identify whether a piece of writing has been generated by an AI system. Consistency: One of the most noticeable features of AI writing is its consistency. Pretty good?

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Lights, camera, literacy: Student-created book reviews inspire a global reading culture

eSchool News

Rather than writing traditional essays or book reports, my students were invited to create short video book reviews of their favorite titles–books they genuinely loved, connected with, and wanted others to discover. In multilingual classrooms, these skills are often overlooked in favor of silent writing tasks. The assignment?

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An Active Reading Strategy for Any Learning Landscape

Catlin Tucker

In their new book, Teaching for Deeper Learning: Tools to Engage Students in Meaning Making , my friend, Jay McTighe , and his co-author, Harvey Silver , write about an active reading strategy that encourages students to engage with texts before, during, and after reading. Do they agree, disagree, or are they unsure?

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Use Personalized Learning Tools to Boost Classroom Equity

EdTech Magazine

Use Personalized Learning Tools to Boost Classroom Equity. As personalized learning continues to gain momentum across the U.S., more states, districts and schools are moving toward a competency-based education system that focuses on individualized learning and classroom equity. eli.zimmerman_9856. Thu, 09/27/2018 - 15:46.

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Drones Take Flight as Latest K–12 Learning Tool

EdTech Magazine

Drones Take Flight as Latest K–12 Learning Tool. We also did one drone lesson for student writing. Alex writes for CDW’s Tech magazines and websites. eli.zimmerman_9856. Fri, 11/30/2018 - 11:24. Predicting the future is notoriously difficult. How Teachers Can Get Comfortable with Drones. by Alexander Slagg.