eSchool News

OCTOBER 31, 2016

note : Today’s students have too many tests to take—but today’s teachers still need insight into their classes’ knowledge and skills. Adding new tests every time students need to prove mastery rarely seems like the right answer.

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eSchool News

APRIL 11, 2023

Poptential course packages include everything instructors need to teach a subject, including lessons, e-books, bell ringers , quizzes, and tests. Poptential is available via a digital platform that allows students to access lessons even in poor bandwidth environments. Click to tweet.

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Edsurge

JUNE 27, 2016

Back in September of 2015, Google launched its beta Expeditions Pioneer Program in order to test the use of virtual reality (VR) in classrooms. teacher), shown above, to reference while students engage with the experience. Quizzes in Google Forms. Ben Schrom, Google Expeditions Product Manager. Source: Google).

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eSchool News

JANUARY 21, 2025

Understanding your goals helps in prioritizing features that are essential for achieving desired outcomes, such as improving student engagement or accommodating diverse learning needs. These are just a few digital course features that must be at the top of the list if you are looking to drive high student learning outcomes.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

We just completed a study that compared the test scores of radiology students that used real human cadavers to study, and another group who used AR objects on the Merge Cube to study, and there was no statistically significant difference in test scores between the groups. Integrated quizzes and classroom management tools.

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Teaching Mobile Devices Science Quizzes 299

eSchool News

JANUARY 25, 2024

By leveraging AWS to develop the next generation of edtech solutions, these startups aim to address education challenges such as student engagement, financial literacy, student health and well-being, upskilling, and operational inefficiencies. Quizard AI, Inc.

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Textbooks Education Intelligence Quizzes 294

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Active learning strategies examples encompass various techniques that engage students in the learning process, promoting deeper understanding and retention of material. Here are some examples: Practice Retrieval : Self-testing or using flashcards to actively recall information from memory strengthens memory recall and retention.

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eSchool News

MAY 28, 2024

Newark Public Schools wants to see a districtwide expansion of an artificial intelligence tutoring tool after it was piloted at First Avenue School last year, as the district searches for ways to help students catch up from pandemic learning loss.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 11, 2021

Yet as instructors in the new world of online education, we have access to ever-increasing amounts of data—from recorded lecture videos, electronically submitted homework, discussion forums, and online quizzes and assessments—that may give us insights into individual student learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 3, 2024

can help transform traditional quizzes or tests into more engaging, game-like experiences. It can provide instant feedback through quizzes, polls, and exit tabs. It will help mentors assess student level and understanding so the instruction may be tailored as the need arises.

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Activities Quizzes Education Feedback 158

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. For example, Nardolilli says, “I’ve noticed that my students make fewer mistakes in identifying angles now.”

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Teachers Quizzes Testing Learning Outcomes 215

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 14, 2023

QuizGecko: Versatility and Innovation Among the leading AI-powered quiz generators, QuizGecko is a versatile tool that can transform text, documents, or URLs into captivating interactive quizzes. The tool tracks students’ progress and adapts the difficulty of questions based on their performance.

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Quizzes Gamification Teaching Methods Feedback 148

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Students are required to complete online chapter quizzes based on the course objectives and textbook for the course within D2L. When the course was taught in-person, three tests were administered to students and evenly spaced throughout the semester. There were no intermittent due dates throughout the semester.

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Quizzes Teaching Learning Feedback 126

eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2024

From enhancing student engagement and addressing learning loss to transforming and redefining the essential skills of the workforce, AI offers possibilities for improving educational and career outcomes. AI-powered diagnostic tools that identify areas for improvement and guide test takers through targeted study sessions.

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Intelligence Exams Ethics Learning Styles 256

Edsurge

MARCH 1, 2021

Students need to be connected now more than ever. The ability to communicate instantly not only keeps students engaged in the moment, but provides limitless access to knowledge. Then, there is the one-to-one device requirement for all students. We know we have to keep all students engaged and connected.

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Edsurge

MAY 9, 2023

The student knew the material, but she just wasn’t a good test-taker. Her score on that exam was so low, in fact, that she realized she had no chance to get an A in the course, no matter how well she might do on future tests and assignments. After that, this professor vowed never to use traditional grades on tests again.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Students are required to complete online chapter quizzes based on the course objectives and textbook for the course within D2L. When the course was taught in-person, three tests were administered to students and evenly spaced throughout the semester. There were no intermittent due dates throughout the semester.

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Quizzes Teaching Learning Feedback 111

Edsurge

OCTOBER 22, 2020

“It’s very informal,” Fine says of her efforts to measure student progress with Google Drive. Gut-Checking Success In our survey and interviews, we found many educators like Fine, who rely on data like quizzes, tests and graded projects in their evaluation of students’ academic performance in their classes.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Poptential course packages have been updated to incorporate “American Principles” designed to foster a greater understanding of American civic life and sharpen critical thinking skills among students. Used with Poptential e-books, Engauge captures real-time data on student engagement with online materials and homework.

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Social Studies Study History Critical Thinking 130

Edsurge

MAY 9, 2023

CoCo is still in its beta phase, being tested out by educators from 65 different countries. Competing [in a game] doesn’t work as motivation for every student. Competing [in a game] doesn’t work as motivation for every student. No one wants to be at the bottom of a leaderboard.

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Gamification Motivation Game-Based Learning Math 205

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

In high school, I competed in statewide competitions with the Business Professionals of America , a student organization focused on career and leadership development, through which I learned how to receive feedback and how to lose with grace and maintain pride. Competition can be thrilling and motivating to those who choose to engage.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 26, 2023

“Poptential’s global trade lessons help teachers engage students in discussions about how events, such as economic swings, geopolitical upheaval, and the Covid-19 pandemic, have disrupted the flow of trade, and the importance of trade in the effort to eradicate poverty and enhance the economies of countries big and small.”

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 20, 2023

“It’s never too early for teachers to engage students in discussions about the history of the stock market, its impact on economic growth or decline, and how it can potentially empower students to invest in their own futures,” said Julie Smitherman, a former social studies teacher and director of content at Certell, Inc.,

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Faculty Focus

JANUARY 9, 2024

Student response systems take these benefits a step further by helping students visualize their learning within the context of the larger community. In bigger classes, it’s all too easy for students to feel anonymous or left out. Testing, Stress, and Performance: How Students Respond Physiologically to High-Stakes Testing.

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Course Design Feedback Instructors Students 128

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 8, 2023

Incorporate interactive activities Interactive activities can help keep students engaged and motivated in online learning. There are many interactive tools available that can be used to create quizzes, games, and simulations. Quizizz , or Google Forms.

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Active Learning Achievement Activities Quizzes 98

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 8, 2023

Incorporate interactive activities Interactive activities can help keep students engaged and motivated in online learning. There are many interactive tools available that can be used to create quizzes, games, and simulations. Quizizz , or Google Forms.

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Active Learning Achievement Activities Quizzes 98

Edsurge

MAY 25, 2017

Middle school math students ready to save the world What may seem like an odd day in a “typical” math class is just the beginning. The Army commander and his instructions mark the start of Project Z, a 3-Act story problem and a new approach to math that’s designed to increase student engagement and make math more personal.

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Math Quizzes Textbooks Testing 140

eSchool News

JUNE 3, 2022

As a result, teachers are looking for educational tools that engage students and help them compete with summer distractions. Summer school teachers have to work extra hard to keep students engaged,” said Julie Smitherman, who taught high school social studies for eight years and is now director of content management for Certell, Inc.’s

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Social Studies Quizzes Schools History 107

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

The integration of digital tools such as interactive software, cloud-based platforms, and adaptive learning systems has shifted traditional educational models towards more personalized, flexible, and engaging learning experiences. Students access the LMS via their devices, complete tasks, and receive feedback.

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Educational Technologies Technology Education Quizzes 130

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

By collaborating with peers, conducting research, and presenting findings, students not only acquire subject-specific skills but also develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication abilities essential for success in the 21st century. What are tools and techniques in education?

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Teaching Textbooks Learning Styles Teaching Methods 130

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 9, 2024

Student response systems take these benefits a step further by helping students visualize their learning within the context of the larger community. In bigger classes, it’s all too easy for students to feel anonymous or left out. Testing, Stress, and Performance: How Students Respond Physiologically to High-Stakes Testing.

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Course Design Feedback Instructors Students 111

Scholarly Teacher

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Gabriele Pinto , Baylor University Key Statement: Implementing elements of active learning into a large course may seem daunting task, but think-pair-share aided by quizzing and clickers can be done in any size classroom. Image courtesy of This Is Engineering, Unsplash. 2023; Park et al.,

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Lecturing Active Learning Activities STEM 98

Faculty Focus

MARCH 27, 2025

That being said, I do wonder, Why not grant a students request to get it (the class) all done at once? Isnt there a test I can take so I dont have to sit through the class? It makes sense that if a student can pass all the assessments, they should pass the class. Lets view the situation from the perspective of a student.

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Assignments Exams Learning Quizzes 107

Faculty Focus

MARCH 4, 2025

Simulation-Based Learning and Community To make the content more engaging and practical, incorporating simulation-based learning tools can bring complex concepts to life for all students. Regular feedback loops, like short quizzes or reflective journals, can also help instructors gauge understanding and adapt their teaching as needed.

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Teaching Lecturing Gamification Interdisciplinary 88

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 18, 2016

An intuitive website and/or app 1) has an easy-to-understand start-up screen that clearly identifies how to use the tool, 2) the process for using the tool is similar to others the students is familiar with, and 3) the student can independently launch and operate the web tool or app without requiring an adult. is it user-friendly ?

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Reading Mobile Devices Critical Thinking Quizzes 105

EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019

Many schools have resorted to expensive and clunky classroom management software to help monitor behavior while students engage with technology. Locked Mode, a new feature in Google Forms and Classroom, allows educators to lock down the testing environment on school-managed Chromebooks. . Google now has a better solution.

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Quizzes Testing Classroom Management Assignments 69

Teach Hub

MARCH 4, 2024

The silence of unengaged students who are hesitant to raise their hands or voice their thoughts can be deafening for teachers. It’s one thing when the classroom is silent because students are concentrating on a task or taking a test, but it’s another thing when the silence is due to a lack of engagement.

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