Faculty Focus

JUNE 12, 2025

Be Innovative I was lucky to be mentored by educators who challenged me to move beyond traditional teaching methods. Her teachings helped me understand that healing involves the whole person, and that our energy, presence, and spirit deeply affect those we serve.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 12, 2025

Be Innovative I was lucky to be mentored by educators who challenged me to move beyond traditional teaching methods. Her teachings helped me understand that healing involves the whole person, and that our energy, presence, and spirit deeply affect those we serve.

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JUNE 20, 2025

Offer professional development opportunities to update teachers on the latest teaching methods, strategies, and technologies. An adequate teaching workforce leads to a supportive and sustainable teaching profession where teachers can thrive and feel valued.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Not helpful : While AI can adjust content, it cannot fully tailor its teaching methods in the same way a human tutor can. Tutors who know your child’s interests and strengths can adapt their teaching more effectively, providing a level of personalization that AI cannot match.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 4, 2023

This would not only allow students to enhance their learning but also teachers to incorporate new teaching methods to support students in different learning environments. These tools can allow teachers to create dynamic and engaging lessons to motivate students.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 11, 2024

Effective teaching strategies for gamification are possible–when implemented correctly and when learning goals are prioritized. Which teaching strategy would be most helpful? When it comes to special education classrooms, effective teaching methods can make all the difference.

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Teaching Teaching Methods Gamification Special Education 283

eSchool News

JULY 17, 2024

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs: Building a foundation Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs provides a foundational framework for understanding human motivation and development. When educators incorporate students’ cultural experiences into their teaching, they make learning more relevant and meaningful.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Students can see and experience the relevance of what they are learning, which can have a profound impact on their motivation and comprehension. If traditional teaching methods reliant on textbooks, lecture, and rote memorization have proven anything, it’s that one size definitely does not fit all.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 19, 2024

Learner-centered education and its teaching methods can play a critical role in reshaping education systems, offering a more holistic approach to meeting learners’ needs and helping students find fulfillment in their academic accomplishments. What is the most effective method of teaching? Probably not.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 20, 2024

“This partnership equips Tutor Doctors franchisees and tutors with key insights to further personalize their teaching methods, focusing on each students unique learning strengths. Tutor Doctor franchisees are positioned to help students thrive beyond what traditional tutoring methods can offer.

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Learning Beliefs Motivation Teaching Methods 253

eSchool News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Teachers attuned to their classroom culture understand when their students are engaged, and they seek to activate more and more of those coveted light-bulb moments–indicators of high motivation to learn more. Yet educators need to take a moment to reflect on teaching methods, rekindle their passion for learning, and embrace change.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The key is recognizing how to effectively leverage edtech learning strategies, from digitized lesson plans to virtual collaboration, and keeping an open mind while embracing new instructional methods. Gamification is another method gaining traction. Encourage a team approach thats motivating and leverages their love of learning.

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Teaching Teaching Methods Gamification Textbooks 171

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

What’s more, at a time when student engagement is more important than ever, creative AI tools can serve as powerful platforms for active, student-directed learning, motivating young learners to showcase their individuality and unique perspectives. Instead, they should motivate us to adopt a thoughtful and strategic approach.

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eSchool News

MARCH 11, 2025

Gamification and student engagement Students respond differently to standard classroom instruction, with many finding greater motivation in game-inspired learning environments. The instant nature of these assessments helps maintain student engagement while providing valuable data that shapes future instruction.

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2024

The conversation covered many topics including the importance of personalized learning, community involvement, and innovative teaching methods. Carlanda Miller, also known as The Magical Teacher, shared her approach to motivating students and creating a joyful learning environment. Carvalho, Carlanda Miller, and Dr. Jenny Nash.

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eSchool News

JUNE 10, 2016

Students on STEM: More Hands-on, Real-World Experiences “, from the Amgen Foundation and Change the Equation (CTEq), was conducted to better understand what motivates U.S. high school students to study STEM. Eighty-one percent of surveyed students said they are interested in science, and 73 percent expressed interest in biology.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

By fostering a positive school culture, we create an environment where students and staff feel valued and motivated. A joyful school is one where students are not just present but fully engaged, their curiosity sparked by innovative teaching methods, and a supportive community.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 31, 2024

These lively spaces have a profound impact on student mood and behavior , fostering motivation and wellbeing. To enhance equity and promote accessibility, schools are implementing new technologies and innovative teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

How technology is impacting education Technology has profoundly impacted education, upending traditional teaching methods and reshaping today’s learning landscape. Research about technology in education suggests an evolving impact on teaching and learning. This interconnectedness cultivates a sense of curiosity and exploration.

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Technology Education Textbooks Learning Styles 238

eSchool News

AUGUST 12, 2016

Students on STEM: More Hands-on, Real-World Experiences,” from the Amgen Foundation and Change the Equation (CTEq), was conducted to better understand what motivates U.S. high school students to study STEM. Eighty-one percent of surveyed students said they are interested in science, and 73 percent expressed interest in biology.

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STEM Science Teaching Methods Textbooks 181

eSchool News

AUGUST 26, 2015

I thought about what experiences could happen in those spaces, extracting the qualities and characteristics of technology, space and teaching methods that could be applied to each space. We experimented with three rooms and asked ourselves, “What kind of room would provoke this way of being?”. A space for the birth of ideas.

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Learning Spaces Learning Game-Based Learning Teaching Methods 279

eSchool News

DECEMBER 26, 2024

These lively spaces have a profound impact on student mood and behavior , fostering motivation and wellbeing. To enhance equity and promote accessibility, schools are implementing new technologies and innovative teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 30, 2023

This positively impacts their motivation to engage with tasks. Such personalized decision-making opportunities foster intrinsic motivation and active engagement and allow students to discover their strengths and understand their preferences, further bolstering their confidence and belief in their abilities.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 14, 2023

AI-powered quiz builders are revolutionizing modern classrooms, transforming traditional teaching methods into captivating, gamified learning adventures. A classroom where healthy competition motivates students to study and collaborate. A classroom where instant feedback and adaptive difficulty foster rapid growth and retention.

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Quizzes Gamification Teaching Methods Feedback 148

Edsurge

APRIL 23, 2018

Because our brains process visual images almost 60,000 times faster than the written word, video naturally engages students more than many other teaching methods. Video For All Traditional teaching methods—such as standing in front of the classroom— often ignore students with special needs.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 29, 2019

Gaming and esports are providing a new way to motivate students academically and provide opportunities that were previously unavailable to them,” said Mardi Teyler, DMR channel manager at Acer at the event in Detroit on Friday.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

This can help motivate learners to complete assignments, better focus on tasks and avoid procrastinating. Experiential learning, or learning by doing, is a practical and engaging way to motivate easily distracted students. MORE FROM EDTECH: Schools keep accessibility in mind when designing modern learning environments. by Brian Potash.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

It’s possible that the students who chose to enroll in new OER courses were more motivated and organized than their peers, and therefore they were more likely to succeed anyway. The theory that those savings may help eliminate barriers for students is one of the big motivators for efforts like the Achieving the Dream initiative.

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eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Which is more effective, classroom teaching or online teaching? Online learning vs. classroom learning research provides insights into the effectiveness of each teaching method. Classroom teaching fosters real-time interaction and immediate feedback, which are crucial for student engagement and comprehension.

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Online Learning Learning Styles Learning Internet 130

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Educational games and apps introduce an element of competition and reward, motivating students to complete tasks, progress through levels, and improve their performance. By turning lessons into interactive challenges, students stay motivated to learn and improve. Gamification is another powerful tool for engagement.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 2, 2019

This will boost their confidence generally, and for minority and female students specifically, may motivate them to continue in areas where they are underrepresented, said Cator. Encourage students to identify an issue in their community and use problem-solving to find a solution. by Eli Zimmerman.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

However, effective implementation is key; educators must be trained to use technology purposefully and ensure it complements traditional teaching methods. These tools make learning more dynamic and enjoyable, which helps students retain information better and stay motivated.

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Technology Education Learning Styles Critical Thinking 130

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 23, 2023

How do teaching methods influence understanding? Teaching Methods and Learning Tools Learning environment in the classroom can influence perception and comprehension on many levels. Here are a few examples of how different methods can enhance cause-and-effect skills. Motive is the story’s central power.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 26, 2023

Unlike traditional schooling, which often relies on one-size-fits-all teaching methods, personalized learning takes into account diverse learning styles and interests. This is where game-based learning can motivate and engage students while providing them with immediate feedback. And let’s not forget about gamification!

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 20, 2023

This increases motivation and engagement by instilling a sense of ownership and agency. There's also the challenge of ensuring that technology augments the human element in education rather than replacing it. AI should empower them to explore their unique strengths and challenges, set their own goals and monitor their own progress.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 23, 2024

Lifelong learning is a comprehensive strategy that aims to provide all people, regardless of age, with motivation, resources and support during their education or career change. A school should be chosen based on its reputation, technological equipment, and the availability of innovative teaching methods in the program.

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Attention Schools Students Teaching Methods 156

EdTech Magazine

APRIL 4, 2019

Baule points to three areas that schools can focus on to get a better idea of how technology is impacting a school system: Student engagement and motivation: “Student engagement and motivation is, in most cases, the most important thing you are evaluating,” said Baule.

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