Edsurge

MAY 15, 2024

STEM education is not just about science and math; it develops skills such as creativity, communication, empathy and critical thinking that complement technologies like generative AI and coding. Educators face the challenge of engaging students in STEM amidst limited resources. Iterate on what works and learn from what doesn’t.

STEM

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

With science and technology jobs expected to grow twice as fast as other occupations over the next decade amid rapidly shifting demographics , creating a robust and diverse pipeline into STEM fields is essential to ensuring U.S. competitiveness and working toward racial equity. Black, Latinx, and women students are especially at risk.

STEM

Edsurge

JUNE 10, 2024

This is part of a three-article series covering key principles to consider when building out computer science programs in your academic setting. We saw an opportunity to use Minecraft Education as a project-based learning tool in computer science, which is how Level Up Los Angeles was born. Read the other articles here and here.

STEM

Edsurge

AUGUST 24, 2020

Khosla is the founder and CEO of CK-12 , the 30-person nonprofit that she started in 2007 to deliver free digital books, particularly on math and science topics. In a matter of weeks, Habecker integrated his own content with materials available on CK-12 and created 15 Flexbooks covering math and science.

Schools

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

This shift draws upon principles from learning science and practices borrowed from UX in other fields to create educational journeys that are not only effective, relevant, and informative—but enjoyable too. Related: So you think you understand UDL?

Learning

k12 Digest

MAY 14, 2025

Kim holds a Master’s in Educational Leadership, Bachelor’s Degrees in both Education and Social Science, and Diplomas in Teaching and Management, is an Independent Concept-Based Curriculum and Instruction Consultant, and a Cognitive Coach. Kim is an IB Educator and has led national teaching and learning projects in New Zealand.

Achievement

Edsurge

APRIL 24, 2023

This project was guided by Anni Kumar, a seasoned educator and head of the computer science department at Vikas Bharati Public School. We spoke with Kumar about her experience with student-led design projects using AI technology. EdSurge: How did you get students started in using AI to design solutions?

Ethics

eSchool News

DECEMBER 17, 2015

Incorporating Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in online courses not only benefits students with disabilities, but can have significant benefits for all students, ultimately increasing retention and improving learning outcomes. In this week’s news: 10 steps for making your online courses accessible for all students.

Disabilities

Edsurge

JUNE 4, 2020

With support from school administrators, they have created an accessible weekly approach to distance science learning that emphasizes hands-on experimentation, the use of common household materials, student explanation and the development of science literacy. At East High School in Rochester, N.Y.,

Disabilities

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

So what if there was a new model of university designed from scratch for 2022? For example,” the paper argues, “a machine learning micro-credential might involve courses in mathematics, computer science, sociology, and ethics. Five professors at Massachusetts Institute of Technology say they have some answers.

Lecturing

Faculty Focus

MARCH 14, 2023

Integral to these efforts, the Center for Educational Innovation (CEI) designed and delivered several faculty development opportunities focusing on research-based teaching and learning strategies that support student mental health and well-being. About universal design for learning. Learning science principles for instructors.

Syllabus

Edsurge

JULY 21, 2022

In his book, " How Humans Learn: The Science and Stories Behind Effective College Teaching ," Josh Eyler reminds us that: “In order to learn something, we must first wonder about it.” Break large projects into smaller pieces, such that you can extend the invitations to get curios and experience deeper learning over time.

Assignments

Edsurge

JANUARY 13, 2017

Professional courseware design teams made up of subject matter experts, instructors, front-end software developers, and multimedia producers work together to develop courses that are rooted in applied learning science. A learner doesn’t waste time trying to navigate the course, but instead spends all of their time learning.

Multiple Choice Questions

Faculty Focus

JUNE 16, 2024

For instance, the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) (CAST, 2018) is a commonly used design framework that curriculum developers and educators use to optimize teaching and learning. The next thing to consider is the design and structure of the learning offering or activity. ” Life Sciences Education 18, no.

Learning

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 10, 2015

High school senior at Newton North High School in Newton, MA, Yishai Barth, feels strongly about the importance of Universal Design Language (UDL). The Universal Design movement came into existence as a response to this research by leading thinkers in the engineering and design professions.

Technology

Faculty Focus

JUNE 16, 2024

For instance, the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) (CAST, 2018) is a commonly used design framework that curriculum developers and educators use to optimize teaching and learning. The next thing to consider is the design and structure of the learning offering or activity. ” Life Sciences Education 18, no.

Learning

Edsurge

MARCH 11, 2020

I love what many of the universal design for learning people say. So I felt like I was able to answer some of their questions, but also re-emphasize that we need to be looking to science at times like this [to learn about the coronavirus]. We would love to be able to help you just make that move.

Instructors

Faculty Focus

JULY 7, 2024

Designing With Intention Thus far, we have discussed the Universal Design for Learning and the integration of the IPEC competencies to foster inclusion and encourage active collaboration. The next thing to consider is the design and structure of the learning offering or activity. ” Life Sciences Education 18, no.

Learning

k12 Digest

MAY 14, 2025

Kim holds a Master’s in Educational Leadership, Bachelor’s Degrees in both Education and Social Science, and Diplomas in Teaching and Management, is an Independent Concept-Based Curriculum and Instruction Consultant, and a Cognitive Coach. Kim is an IB Educator and has led national teaching and learning projects in New Zealand.

Achievement

Faculty Focus

MARCH 14, 2023

Integral to these efforts, the Center for Educational Innovation (CEI) designed and delivered several faculty development opportunities focusing on research-based teaching and learning strategies that support student mental health and well-being. About universal design for learning. Learning science principles for instructors.

Syllabus

eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2022

Rooted in the Science of Reading, the program uses research-based routines and engaging decodable texts to support students’ reading development. Built using the Universal Design for Learning Guidelines, Magnetic Reading also notably helps all students engage with high-quality, grade-level texts.

Reading

Faculty Focus

JULY 7, 2024

Designing With Intention Thus far, we have discussed the Universal Design for Learning and the integration of the IPEC competencies to foster inclusion and encourage active collaboration. The next thing to consider is the design and structure of the learning offering or activity. ” Life Sciences Education 18, no.

Learning

Faculty Focus

JULY 14, 2024

Practical Steps to Implementing Low-Cost Programs Utilize Existing Resources: The program makes use of current courses offered as part of the Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education. By integrating the certificate program, it is kept affordable by not needing extra funds for new course creations.

Teaching Assistants

Faculty Focus

JULY 14, 2024

Practical Steps to Implementing Low-Cost Programs Utilize Existing Resources: The program makes use of current courses offered as part of the Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education. By integrating the certificate program, it is kept affordable by not needing extra funds for new course creations.

Teaching Assistants

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Small Teaching Online: Applying the Science of Learning in Online Classes. Reach Everyone, Teach Everyone: Universal Design for Learning in Higher Education. Morgantown: West Virginia University Press. References Costa, Karen (2020). Sterling: Stylus Publishing. Darby, Flower (2019). San Francisco: Jossey-Bass.

Instructors

Faculty Focus

JULY 23, 2023

She earned her PhD in cognitive psychology from Wayne State University (Detroit, MI) and has varied research interests including language processing, bilingual language representation, memory, universal design for learning (UDL) and numerous other topics related to the scholarship of teaching and learning. L., & Talib, A.

Failure

Faculty Focus

JULY 23, 2023

She earned her PhD in cognitive psychology from Wayne State University (Detroit, MI) and has varied research interests including language processing, bilingual language representation, memory, universal design for learning (UDL) and numerous other topics related to the scholarship of teaching and learning. L., & Talib, A.

Failure

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Small Teaching Online: Applying the Science of Learning in Online Classes. Reach Everyone, Teach Everyone: Universal Design for Learning in Higher Education. Morgantown: West Virginia University Press. References Costa, Karen (2020). Sterling: Stylus Publishing. Darby, Flower (2019). San Francisco: Jossey-Bass.

Instructors

Faculty Focus

MAY 15, 2025

From Curiosity to Campuswide Inquiry The project began in two large general education courses I teach at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign: FSHN 101: The Science of Food and FSHN 120: Contemporary Nutrition.

Disabilities

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2023

Therefore, students need to learn how to critically examine the production, distribution, ownership, design, and use of these tools in order to make an informed decision about if and how to use them in their field of study and future careers. Universal Design for Learning Guidelines version 2.2. link] Canales, A. The 74 Million.

Academic Integrity

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2023

Therefore, students need to learn how to critically examine the production, distribution, ownership, design, and use of these tools in order to make an informed decision about if and how to use them in their field of study and future careers. Universal Design for Learning Guidelines version 2.2. link] Canales, A. The 74 Million.

Academic Integrity

EAB

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Florida International University (FIU) allows undergraduates to complete an assessment to earn a badge that demonstrates a specific skill they acquired in their undergraduate coursework. Examples include Public Speaking, Science Communication and Storytelling, and Leading Remote and Hybrid Teams.

Students

Faculty Focus

APRIL 10, 2025

It is important that situational factors be identified as a key component to make planning decisions since retrofitting ones instructional design, delivery or assessment only after one finds out who is being instructed, are not effective use of faculty time, effort or university resources (Schreiner, Rothernberger and Scoltz, 2013).

Course Design

Faculty Focus

APRIL 10, 2025

It is important that situational factors be identified as a key component to make planning decisions since retrofitting ones instructional design, delivery or assessment only after one finds out who is being instructed, are not effective use of faculty time, effort or university resources (Schreiner, Rothernberger and Scoltz, 2013).

Course Design

Catlin Tucker

MAY 27, 2025

So, I can’t I went back into the classroom and I taught computer science, and I taught, media production. Dr. Brandee Ramirez So I currently am an AI Tosa teacher on special assignment, who focuses on universal design learning. And so then I was there for a year, I loved it.

Schools

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 9, 2022

2016); however, the model should be accompanied by a course design that applies the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework to augment accessibility. The Hyflex model becomes more effective when accompanied by a course design that uses the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Framework. CAST (2018).

Universal Design

Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 17, 2023

If you’re reading this and you teach math, history, science, foreign language, art, or any other subject, I want to make a compelling case for the powerful impact that writing can have in your class and on your students. The Effects of Writing on Learning in Science, Social Studies, and Mathematics: A Meta-Analysis. Kiuhara, S.

Writing