Edsurge

MARCH 9, 2023

Engagement and creativity play such important roles in the learning process, but with the myriad of other requirements and obligations, they can easily get lost in the abyss of deadlines and mandates. Creativity helps develop a deeper sense of learning, yet we keep our “creative” units until after state testing is over.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 26, 2021

How stressful is that for a student if they are virtually learning and their internet goes out? When you’re in the classroom, there are reminders about homework, quizzes, test reviews, etc. Faith Bongiorno Any silver linings? Now, kids have to become more self-sufficient in knowing when these dates are coming up.

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Edsurge

JUNE 8, 2022

—Katharine Meyer As residential colleges grapple with decisions about whether and how to continue offering online and hybrid courses , they may benefit from taking a look at student-engagement practices commonly used by their online-only counterparts. What we are trying to do is not disengage students because of the luck of the draw.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The 3 Best Strategies For Teachers To Keep Students Engaged Engaging students in the classroom is a key factor in successful teaching and learning. However, keeping students interested and involved in their education can be a big challenge.

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Edsurge

MAY 12, 2025

When students establish a career identity, the material they learn that relates to that identity becomes more personally meaningful than just passing a test or earning a graduation credit, Christine Rodriguez told EdSurge in an email interview.

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eSchool News

MAY 27, 2025

When the rules of the road are clearly defined, students can focus on the work at hand rather than managing anxiety around whats coming next. This might mean clearly outlining what is expected in an assignment, breaking down large tasks into smaller steps, or organizing test questions in a logical, grouped format.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 25, 2023

Wondering how to get your students upbeat about learning math? According to the study, learners who only received teacher training and did not engage with the online learning tools had poorer achievement scores. Teachers enjoy a boost in student engagement The use of interactive technology helps make lessons fascinating.

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eSchool News

JUNE 26, 2024

But engineering and the engineering design process, when incorporated into classrooms correctly, can increase student engagement and subject matter understanding. While those aren’t tested on standardized tests, it’s a necessary and important piece of what students and learners need when they get out into the workforce.

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eSchool News

JULY 16, 2024

Test-optional and test-blind admissions in recent years could mean a radical expansion of access to selective colleges. The patchwork of admission test policies in college admissions underscores a larger challenge—and opportunity—for both K-12 and higher education.

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eSchool News

MAY 14, 2025

Suggestions from members included showcasing the relevance of AI to real-world careers, introducing AI tools with teacher-approved safeguards, and strategically using AI tools that emphasize creativity and student engagement.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 19, 2024

The answer is no, but rather than memorize that answer in hopes that the same problem will appear on the exam, the student can engage in the five whys: Student: Is the circle the graph of a function? Student or Professor: Why is the circle not the graph of a function? Student: It did not pass the vertical line test.

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

If you do not have a PLC at your school but you want to engage in an online conversation with other educators, check out my Facebook page ! 1: How does the “testing culture” in education impact the quality of learning in classrooms? What degree of agency do the students on your campus enjoy on a typical day?

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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. Operating three campuses in the Davie area, AEF Schools cater to a diverse student population through two Preparatory Programs and one Academy Program.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

13, 2021) – FEV Tutor, the most comprehensive virtual tutoring solution in K-12, has been named a 2021 Tech Edvocate Award winner in the Best Tutoring/Test Prep App or Tool category. Each tutoring session is data-driven and personalized for each student. WOBURN, MA.

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Faculty Focus

MARCH 20, 2025

Students were able to ask questions and get immediate answers or feedback, which was particularly satisfying and gave them confidence to move forward. Remember, students not only want to connect with the subject matter, but most importantly to their classmates and instructors. Student engagement in online learning: What works and why.

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Faculty Focus

MAY 19, 2024

The answer is no, but rather than memorize that answer in hopes that the same problem will appear on the exam, the student can engage in the five whys: Student: Is the circle the graph of a function? Student or Professor: Why is the circle not the graph of a function? Student: It did not pass the vertical line test.

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Student Engagement Exams Learning Students 111

eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Passive learning, on the other hand, means students passively receive information–for example, students might use a Chromebook to take a test or submit assignments in a learning management system. Students reported more instances of passive technology use, however.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Our school was already using a learning management platform for quizzes, tests, and homework assignments, so we had a good starting point as we shifted to remote learning, yet there were still many lessons to learn. Related content: STEM education and hands-on learning. Tools for teaching science remotely.

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eSchool News

JUNE 23, 2021

Our district went through an extensive process of brainstorming and researching the best approach for renovations, including district leaders attending conferences, testing out several products with their teachers, and discussing feedback and ideas with each other. It became clear the next step was to modernize the furniture and classrooms.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

LEGO Education’s State of Classroom Engagement Report: Science Edition surveyed more than 6,000 global teachers, parents, students, and U.S. administrators to gather data that can offer insight to support educators as they strive to engage their students in science learning.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

The thought of giving 30 kindergarten students their own Chromebooks might be daunting. But for one classroom, the move yielded some surprising results for student engagement, learning progress, and for students with special needs. “We Much of that achievement is due to the Chromebooks, Morgan said.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

NEW YORK — North Carolina Virtual Academy (NCVA) and 3P Learning announced new results from an online summer learning camp focused on improving reading proficiency among third grade students. Educators leading the three-week NCVA summer camp selected Reading Eggs after seeing its positive impact on student engagement.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Key points: Crafts can help students develop skills needed to succeed in the 21st century 4 key findings on student engagement More gifted students need accelerated paths For more on deeper learning, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Who doesn’t love arts and crafts?

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eSchool News

MAY 1, 2025

When it comes to areas in which AI can have a positive impact on students, educators see the greatest potential for AI in language translation (1st), preparing students for career readiness (2nd), and helping them improve grades and test scores (3rd).

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Never before have educators been challenged and tested as they were, beginning in March 2020 and up until today, and never before has their resilience been more apparent. – Find ways to integrate the same learning tools in a cross-curricular manner to drive more student engagement and teacher buy-in.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 3, 2022

Many educators were forced to rethink how to keep students engaged, and pandemic-era learning has only further highlighted the importance of differentiated instruction. Closed captioning with videos can also enhance student engagement in the classroom.

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eSchool News

JULY 25, 2022

Instead, I’ve turned to a host of exciting digital resources that would engage the students and connect their lessons to the “real world”, enhance my delivery of instruction, and expand students’ knowledge of our country’s history. Preparing a Quizizz lesson is super easy!

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eSchool News

APRIL 29, 2022

The traditional sequence of teaching using lectures, discussion, projects, and testing was upended during the pandemic as teachers adapted to digital classrooms and students took on more responsibility for their learning.

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eSchool News

MAY 15, 2024

But it’s not all bad–educators found success as they dedicated their efforts to improving student engagement and achievement, creating community-based approaches to learning, and inspiring students to become lifelong learners. Continuous learning doesn’t always mean being enrolled as a student in a formal class.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 30, 2021

Interactivity: Through the end of our first pandemic-impacted school year, educators, parents, and students often shared concerns about student engagement. Best of all, the teacher is able to view student progress in real time, export their results, and connect with those students who might need additional support.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

School administrators should be continually on the lookout for emerging technologies that can increase student engagement, retain knowledge, and make learning more accessible. What new technology is out there and being tested in the classroom?

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The report, Students as Meaning Makers: Why Academic Solutions Aren’t Enough , underscores an increasingly critical need to ensure students find positivity and meaning in their learning. Recent data shows student engagement and connection are at an all-time low.

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eSchool News

APRIL 8, 2025

Allowing students to explore and actively engage with real-world phenomena sparks curiosity, deepens understanding, and levels the playing field for learners with diverse needs and experiences. Why hands-on STEM learning works Research shows experiential learning is a powerful way to keep students engaged in STEM.

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eSchool News

MARCH 30, 2020

Thousands of school districts, responsible for millions of students, are being put to the test in how they respond and stay resilient during this global pandemic. At Breakthrough Public Schools in Cleveland, Ohio, educators are navigating as best we can while keeping students engaged and focused on their academic goals.

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Internet Assignments Testing Student Engagement 253

eSchool News

MARCH 9, 2023

Are students allowed to retake tests on which they did not do well? It is essential that teachers have a clear and supportive grading system in place to address the scrutiny of today’s students, parents, and other stakeholders. Otherwise, instructional challenges or lack of student engagement could be to blame.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Social-emotional skill building tackles the core reasons students disengage from classroom learning. That is why schools that embrace social-emotional learning programs see reduced absenteeism, higher student engagement and motivation, a stronger feeling of community among students, improved academic performance, and fewer dropouts.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 29, 2025

Teachers who follow careful AI practices can then match each student with just the right mix of challenge and support, helping to spot who needs help sooner rather than later. When papers need grading or test scores need tracking, AI steps in. Will AI replace teachers? Good teachers use AI as a helpful classroom aide.

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