Catlin Tucker

MAY 18, 2021

I host a podcast called The Balance and wrote a book titled Balance with Blended Learning because I see teachers struggling with balance in every coaching and training session I facilitate. When we design learning experiences with balance in mind, the output of a lesson will feel more balanced too.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 29, 2021

Learning is a dynamic process that requires active engagement. This passive position also does not require that students think intentionally about their learning. This passive position also does not require that students think intentionally about their learning. The Subject: Students and Their Learning. How am I learning?

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 23, 2022

When I facilitate blended learning workshops, I ask participants to think about these three roles and identify the role they spend the most time and energy in. Hattie’s and Timperley’s (2007) research on feedback identified it as having a significant impact on student achievement and learning.

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 21, 2021

I like to compare the teacher’s work designing learning experiences to the work of an architect. In my new book with Dr. Katie Novak, UDL and Blended Learning , I share a story about working with an architect to design a new home after my family lost our house in the Tubbs Fire in 2017. 1 Get To Know Your Students.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Key points: When learning is linked to career opportunities, student engagement increases i What data is necessary to help students succeed? About half of students say while at school, they learned about a job or career they previously did not know about. Student engagement also increases with career-related learning opportunities.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 9, 2020

I’ve spent the last four months working with teachers all over the country (virtually, of course) as they navigate the uncharted waters of online and blended learning. The majority of teachers I have spoken with did not enjoy their initial experiences with distance learning. Click here to learn more about My Maps.

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k12 Digest

MAY 15, 2025

As we witness the rapid evolution of educational technology, the convergence of bite-sized learning modules with intelligent virtual tutors is creating unprecedented opportunities for personalised education. Todays educational chatbots analyse learning patterns, identify knowledge gaps, and adjust difficulty levels in real time.

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eSchool News

APRIL 24, 2025

Key points: AI’s instant feedback may help students from feeling lost during instruction Most teachers agree AI is a time-saver With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts For more news on AI and instruction, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub This press release originally appeared online.

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eSchool News

MAY 5, 2025

Sometimes they will cold call students, while other times they will ask students to share what they learned after theyve had a chance to read the assigned material or discuss it with their classmates in groups. Multiple times in any class period, teachers call on students to contribute to the lesson of the day. Then, say Tell us __.

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eSchool News

APRIL 8, 2025

Key points: Probeware is key in helping students make sense of scientific concepts 5 powerful ways to link STEM lessons to real-world applications Rural areas are poised for unique STEM education, but need more resources For more news on STEM learning, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub STEM careers are on the rise. According to the U.S.

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eSchool News

JULY 5, 2024

NWEA , a K-12 assessment and research organization, announced today a new report on the effectiveness of summer programs in helping mitigate learning loss, often called the “summer slide,” and boosting academic recovery in the wake of pandemic-related learning disruptions. months of mathematics instruction and 4.1

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eSchool News

MAY 16, 2025

Although 78 percent of all survey participants feel positive about the impacts that AI is having on education, 74 percent noted that the volume and availability of AI is overwhelming. Organizations may be expecting a future workforce that is AI-ready, but 67 percent of surveyed students feel they are shortcutting their learning by using AI.

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eSchool News

MAY 7, 2025

Participating students have made impressive gains, averaging more than 2.5 First-grade reading instruction is where we lay the groundwork for a lifetime of learning, said Jess Reid Sliwerski, CEO of Ignite Reading. High-dosage tutoring has proven to be a transformative tool in accelerating learning and closing achievement gaps.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Discussion is a cornerstone of any learning community. In training sessions, teachers often ask, “How can I increase engagement and participation in synchronous online discussions?” Second, there is no quick fix or silver bullet when it comes to participation online. Preparing for Online Discussions.

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eSchool News

APRIL 22, 2024

s director of learning design, and Plub Limpiti, learning designer at Kahoot!, the whitepaper explores the challenges and vast opportunities in creating more inclusive game-based learning experiences that lead to better outcomes. The paper recommends five methods that can help increase inclusivity in teaching and learning: 1.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on equity, edtech innovation, immersive learning, and the science of reading. This year’s 3rd most-read story focuses on immersive and interactive learning. Please go to mos.org/Roblox to learn more and here to access “Mission: Mars” directly on Roblox.

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eSchool News

MAY 22, 2024

Personalized learning has emerged as a pivotal strategy in educators’ quests to meet students where they are and boost engagement. We think about how we can provide more personalized opportunities for students in terms of course content and learning experiences,” said Callison. “I

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eSchool News

JUNE 4, 2024

Key points: Podcasts can swap out screen time with audio-based, thought-provoking leisure 5 digital resources to inspire curiosity and engage students 3 things to consider when designing digital learning experiences For more news on learning technologies, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub This piece was coauthored with Daniel Curtis.

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k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Mind, brain and education science combines knowledge in the fields of cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and education to inform methods of teaching and explore the impact of those strategies on learning, helping to transform the field of education.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 6, 2025

In a TEDx talk titled The Super Mario Effect–Tricking Your Brain into Learning More , Mark Rober highlighted how video games like Super Mario can motivate people to achieve their goals by viewing failures as learning opportunities. This approach especially helps reluctant readers. Because doing so makes the game uniquely theirs.

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k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

That vision became AEF Schools , a place designed for students who needed something differenta structured, supportive environment where learning goes beyond textbooks and tests. Learning That Works for Every Student Imagine a student who is bright, curious, and eager to learn but constantly struggles in a traditional classroom.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The IDEA act also guarantees that students with disabilities have the right to engage in the Least Restrictive Learning Environment (LRE) that best meets their individual needs. Here are three strategies for educators to support inclusive learning: 1. This requires some training for educators on how to create more inclusive classrooms.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 26, 2024

For more news on sports, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub In time for back-to-school season, Verizon is launching a free scholastic high school esports league through its free Verizon Innovative Learning HQ portal. The esports league opened for registration in early August and runs from September 23 to December 13.

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eSchool News

JULY 30, 2024

Key points: A love of learning can lead to a lifetime of learning How to use PBL with makerspaces across your curriculum Here’s how schools can better support neurodiverse students For more news on instruction, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Curiosity is a fountain of opportunity for all educators.

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eSchool News

MAY 7, 2024

Funds For Learning , the leading E-rate compliance services firm for schools nationwide, launched its 14th annual E-rate survey last month. Funds For Learning submits responses directly to the FCC. I had a chance to speak with Brian Stephens, CEMP at Funds for Learning about the particulars. percent, roughly $198 million.

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eSchool News

APRIL 16, 2025

Why we need girls to engage in STEM learning Promoting diversity and innovation: Including diverse perspectives leads to more creative problem-solving and innovation. When women participate in STEM, they bring unique viewpoints that can contribute to more inclusive and effective solutions in fields like medicine, engineering, and technology.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 26, 2024

Classrooms may be student-driven, might focus on project-based learning, or may offer learning through a specialized topic such as STEM. And while today’s classrooms look different, students and teachers remain at the heart of classroom learning. What is a learning activity in a classroom?

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

Could approaching the design, instruction, and facilitation of learning (in class, online, or a combination of the two) with a “would you rather” lens improve student motivation and engagement? Relatedness is trickier to achieve when students are learning online. I think it could. Would You Rather? An Experiment.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Eighty-seven percent of educators believe this could be the top area for additional support to address learning losses. Eighty-seven percent of educators believe this could be the top area for additional support to address learning losses.

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eSchool News

MAY 8, 2025

million gift to TAP in 2022, further strengthening Achieve Miamis efforts to recruit and train qualified educators to teach in public, private and charter schools across Miami-Dade and close learning gaps in the citys schools. Learn more at www.achievemiami.org. Learn more at www.teacheraccelerator.org.

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eSchool News

MAY 16, 2024

AI tutoring systems spearhead this learning revolution by reimagining the tutoring concept, offering interactive and adaptive learning experiences customized to each individual’s learning capabilities. A significant advantage of AI tutoring systems is the personalized learning experiences they can offer students.

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eSchool News

JULY 22, 2024

We can’t discuss online and hybrid learning without acknowledging the role the COVID-19 pandemic played in forcing districts to move fully online for virtual instruction, later paving the way for hybrid learning as classrooms slowly reopened for small groups of students. We had some experience with online learning.”

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 29, 2021

In the early days of my transition to blended learning, I had one Chromebook, which I received after writing a Donor’s Choose project. It was exciting to see how the addition of a single device enabled my students to drive their learning and engage in meaningful student-centered learning activities. I was hooked!

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Our goal is to shift pedagogy toward a “culture of thinking” that supports more student agency and more effective use of the learning space itself. As part of that mission, we knew we needed innovative furnishings for the learning environments, which would go hand-in-hand with that work. Here’s how we did it: 1.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The answer lies in immersive, hands-on learning experiences that start from a young age. I’ve seen firsthand how experiential learning opportunities encourage kids to build, create and innovate throughout their lives. Classroom learning can only go so far.

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Edsurge

JUNE 2, 2025

And, most importantly: How can we design learning experiences that are as adaptive and resilient as the leaders we serve? In addition, by welcoming participants to come as they are , whether that be cameras on or off, stepping away as needed, we honored the reality that leaders are also caregivers, juggling roles and responsibilities.

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eSchool News

APRIL 22, 2025

This partnership with Pinterest will help school leaders create the conditions that support student wellbeing, focus, and meaningful learning. The initiative is expected to reach more than 10,000 educators and 250,000 students across the participating districts and many more educators through participation in the online course.

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