Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Now, he and Baselice collaborate to create and test games and are actively trying to gather evidence that these activities aren’t just good for engagement, but for long-term learning. When I’m testing a game, I have no way of knowing if it's going to be blocked by the school’s servers,” Angie says.

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Dangerously Irrelevant

MARCH 30, 2015

Here are my notes from today’s 2015 Iowa STEM Summit … Welcome , Lt. STEM should be a catalyst for active learning. Launching a STEM Council Seal of Approval for programs (e.g. Over 5,100 applications were submitted for STEM Scale-Up Grants. Numerous STEM externships are available for teachers.

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Edsurge

MAY 24, 2018

STEM has always been lecture heavy,” she says, “and that's the big difference.” A group of biology researchers from the University of Washington have tested Barba’s theory that active learning improves outcomes for STEM students in particular.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 23, 2019

As a result, institutions and individuals used computers to create huge banks of prerecorded explanations, delivering them digitally to students based on the results of multiple-choice quizzes. Some have put their video explanations into the service of test preparation.

Math 166

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Edsurge

APRIL 17, 2024

It is problematic that many tools claim to be science-based but in reality, have not been developed by learning scientists and have not been tested in rigorous evaluation studies. Such tools are typically designed to engage and motivate the child in interacting with stories, but don’t always lead children to improve their reading skills.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

In middle school, I participated in Future City , a STEM competition for middle schoolers. When I handed back quizzes and tests, I gave students who scored an 80 percent or higher stickers and placed their tests on our “Show What You Know” bulletin board. Personally, I have always enjoyed competition.

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Motivation Students Middle School Middle School 174

Edsurge

DECEMBER 17, 2018

Its modules are focused on fuel and food prices, including engaging games, quizzes, videos and other interactive components that create an authentic learning environment for students. With Econ Essentials’ simulations and interactive activities, students can really test situations.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 5, 2019

The CK-12 website offers high-quality learning on a wide variety of STEM subjects delivered as videos, articles, FlexBooks (curricula), simulations, flashcards, activities, images, or lesson plans. Perfect choices for this would be a crossword puzzle, word search, hangman, Memory Game, MadLibs, Typing Test, a Quiz Show, and Mix and Match.

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Learning Quizzes Activities Reading 149

Edsurge

MAY 9, 2023

CoCo is still in its beta phase, being tested out by educators from 65 different countries. No one wants to be at the bottom of a leaderboard,” says Deepak Cheenath, co-founder of Quizizz, a classroom tool that lets teachers create pop quizzes and games. Competing [in a game] doesn’t work as motivation for every student.

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Gamification Motivation Game-Based Learning Math 205

Faculty Focus

MAY 2, 2024

Student are convinced they can’t learn what we’re teaching, worry they won’t do well on the tests, and become filled with anxiety over anything in a course that looks like it might be hard. It is the specific course that students respond to in the study, but the anxiety stems from a more general lack of confidence in themselves as learners.

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Teaching Multidisciplinary Multiple Choice Questions Exams 110

Edsurge

JUNE 14, 2019

Originally popular with educators for its ability to explain tough topics through engaging movies and quizzes, the well-known resource has amped up its offering since launching 20 years ago. But in testing, other students couldn’t grasp the concept of the game. They decided to create a movie. And, they’re grasping concepts better.

Learning 145

Learning Quizzes Testing Middle School 145

Edsurge

JUNE 8, 2022

But declining student participation may also stem from the challenges inherent to remote and hybrid learning. Students could access chatbot quizzes ahead of exams to help assess their level of understanding. Based on these findings, Georgia State has plans to test the chatbot with in-person classes. Too Much Help—Or Not Enough?

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Edsurge

JANUARY 22, 2018

From IBM’s test scoring machines in the 1930s to the Speak & Spells of the 70s, innovators and educators have been trying to improve education with technology for decades. At the end of the day, edtech can feel like one more thing on a teacher’s plate. But these efforts have fallen short of meaningfully transforming learning.

Teachers 166

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Faculty Focus

MAY 2, 2024

Student are convinced they can’t learn what we’re teaching, worry they won’t do well on the tests, and become filled with anxiety over anything in a course that looks like it might be hard. It is the specific course that students respond to in the study, but the anxiety stems from a more general lack of confidence in themselves as learners.

Teaching 96

Teaching Multidisciplinary Multiple Choice Questions Exams 96

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 29, 2016

It’s more like the games students love than the tests and quizzes traditionally taken at school. Assessment options include quizzes, discussions, and surveys. What a great way to test out physics theories being discussed in class. This is great to gamify a STEM program. Kahoot is simple to use. Insider Tips.

Quizzes 94

Quizzes Learning Gamification Critical Thinking 94

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 8, 2023

There are many interactive tools available that can be used to create quizzes, games, and simulations. These activities can be used to reinforce key concepts, test understanding, and provide feedback to students. Quizizz , or Google Forms.

Active Learning 98

Active Learning Achievement Activities Quizzes 98

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 8, 2023

There are many interactive tools available that can be used to create quizzes, games, and simulations. These activities can be used to reinforce key concepts, test understanding, and provide feedback to students. Quizizz , or Google Forms.

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Active Learning Achievement Activities Quizzes 96

Edsurge

JUNE 29, 2016

First up, Google Education announced a new “casting” app for the classroom projector, released the “Expeditions” virtual reality app for all teachers and students, and added a new quizzing feature in Google Forms. Mary Jo Madda ( @MJMadda ) is Senior Editor at EdSurge, as well as a former STEM teacher and administrator.

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Social Studies Quizzes Science Study 113

Edsurge

MAY 25, 2017

That 3-Act video covered unit rate, and that was our highest tested standard that year. MidSchoolMath also provides test training software to grow students’ deficiencies, and other digital tools such as math simulators and clicker quizzes that are not only more exciting for students, but cutting-edge. But ya know what?

Math 140

Math Quizzes Textbooks Testing 140

Edsurge

APRIL 23, 2020

The company has also undergone another marriage of sorts: an acquisition that will bring quizzes and other tools that help students prepare for the SAT and other standardized tests. The company charges $79 a month for access and one practice test, or $249 for six months of access and five practice tests.

Math 89

Math Quizzes English Testing 89

Faculty Focus

APRIL 16, 2023

The technology and the curriculum must align, and the technology needs to work consistently for everyone, which requires testing and possibly new installations or upgrades. To combat lower attendance rates, some educators have tried assigning in-class quizzes or grading participation/attendance. Adobe Spark, H5P, Prezi, etc.),

Learning 105

Learning Assignments Course Design Instructors 105

Edsurge

AUGUST 3, 2016

His theory stems from the work of education innovators such as John Dewey, Maria Montessori, and Paulo Freire; but most of all, Jean Piaget, the genius genetic epistemologist with whom he worked in 1958 to 1963 in Switzerland. Seymour coined the term to advance a new theory of learning, claiming that children learn best when they.

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Knowledge Curriculum Design Intelligence Math 129

Faculty Focus

APRIL 16, 2023

The technology and the curriculum must align, and the technology needs to work consistently for everyone, which requires testing and possibly new installations or upgrades. To combat lower attendance rates, some educators have tried assigning in-class quizzes or grading participation/attendance. Adobe Spark, H5P, Prezi, etc.),

Learning 98

Learning Assignments Course Design Instructors 98

Elevate k12

APRIL 8, 2025

From persistent staffing shortages to rising instructional needs and now added uncertainty stemming from sweeping federal policy shifts, theres no shortage of pressure on those working to ensure students get the education they deserve. But staffing for courses like financial literacy, coding, or test prep isnt always possible.

Schools 94

Schools Special Education Languages Language 94

Priceless Ponderings

APRIL 7, 2025

With testing, field trips, and celebrations, science often gets pushed aside. Here are some ways to keep students engaged: Digital Activities: Use Google Slides , Boom Cards, and online quizzes to keep things interactive. Plus, understanding vocabulary makes reading science texts (and those standardized test questions!)

Science 52

Science Grades Activities Quizzes 52

Teaching with a Mountain View

APRIL 25, 2025

Together, these benefits make academic competitions much more than just knowledge tests. Families can also help students practice at home with quizzes, discussion topics during dinner, etc. It focuses on enhancing problem-solving skills through timed, written tests.

Critical Thinking 52

Critical Thinking Essay Participation Math 52

k12 Online Schools

APRIL 21, 2025

Five to fifteenminute segments blend video, animation, and interactive quizzes. Comprehensive, FutureReady Curriculum The best online schools see beyond todays tests. DataDriven Decision Making In many traditional schools, educators rely on occasional tests and instinct to gauge progress. This is the beauty of virtual schooling.

Schools 52

Schools Lecturing Coaching Art 52

k12 Online Schools

APRIL 26, 2025

Specialized Programs: Online schools often offer a wider variety of courses, including advanced placement (AP), STEM, languages, and arts, compared to some traditional schools. Solution: Test all equipment before the school year starts. Encourage interaction during live classes and group projects.

Motivation 52

Motivation Schools Assignments Art 52

Edsurge

JUNE 9, 2020

Today, students frequently work in digital environments to read course materials, take tests and complete assignments. Among the choices educators make are what instructional technique to use, when and how to give feedback, and when and how to test student knowledge. For him, improving the speed of learning is just part of it.

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Education Learning Textbooks Instructors 218

Edsurge

JANUARY 16, 2018

Explore Garg’s organic chemistry course file with links to practice problems, quizzes, and study guides. One of the ones I typically do is the Breathalyzer test. He and his daughters, Elaina, 10, and Kaylie, 5, authored The Organic Coloring Book to introduce younger students to organic chemistry. of organic chemistry.

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Lecturing Course Design Assignments Quizzes 145

eSchool News

JANUARY 2, 2025

Additionally, AI is poised to play an even larger role in education, particularly in test preparation and course planning. This evolution will make high-quality STEM education more universally accessible. When we look at the education sector, the use cases are clear.

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