Faculty Focus

JUNE 22, 2025

However, in an increasingly complex and interconnected world, there is a growing need to enhance this traditional model with innovative teaching methods (Barker, 2000). Develop Holistic Solutions: By considering the broader context, students can develop more holistic and sustainable solutions to complex problems.

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k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Teachers are constantly battling for students attention, often losing that battle to smart phones. By aligning instructional strategies with how the brain naturally learns, educators can create environments where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Lets examine a few examples from the research.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 22, 2025

However, in an increasingly complex and interconnected world, there is a growing need to enhance this traditional model with innovative teaching methods (Barker, 2000). Develop Holistic Solutions: By considering the broader context, students can develop more holistic and sustainable solutions to complex problems.

Art 97

Art Curriculum Interdisciplinary Teaching 97

Faculty Focus

JUNE 15, 2025

One student tilted their head. The Paradox Effect That one question—unresolved, unanswerable, alive—did more to wake up my students than any HBR case ever had. They create a space where both students and teachers can explore, not just explain. Step 2: Set a timer and go dark I put students in pairs and give them five minutes.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 15, 2025

One student tilted their head. The Paradox Effect That one question—unresolved, unanswerable, alive—did more to wake up my students than any HBR case ever had. They create a space where both students and teachers can explore, not just explain. Step 2: Set a timer and go dark I put students in pairs and give them five minutes.

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Syllabus Ethics Art Questions 98

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Too many students don’t reach grade-level metrics and no one can agree on the cause. As students increasingly seek flexible and interactive learning experiences, the conventional approach may not meet their needs any longer. This shift raises questions about the efficacy and long-term viability of conventional education methods.

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Hybrid Learning Learning Styles Study Critical Thinking 135

Edsurge

JUNE 9, 2025

But those that provide elementary or middle school education do vie for students against public K-12 schools. Montessori has its own teaching methods and is largely run by independent owners, meaning those owners would have to apply for state certification on their own volition. “So So it’s a double whammy,” she says.

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Education Schools Study Teaching Methods 140

Faculty Focus

JUNE 12, 2025

Be an Advocate One of my earliest mentors showed me that being an educator is about more than teaching content—it’s about showing up and being a reliable advocate. She was the first to model what it means to truly be there for students, during both their triumphs and their hardest moments. I have seen this in action countless times.

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 12, 2025

Be an Advocate One of my earliest mentors showed me that being an educator is about more than teaching content—it’s about showing up and being a reliable advocate. She was the first to model what it means to truly be there for students, during both their triumphs and their hardest moments. I have seen this in action countless times.

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Beliefs Education Motivation Failure 98

Elevate k12

JUNE 20, 2025

Low enrollment into the teaching profession, inadequate compensation and benefits, and high attrition rates have all contributed to this problem. For students, this means larger class sizes, less individualized attention and support, and a lower quality of education overall.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 4, 2024

This call for a blanket ban on phones in the classroom ignores the fact that, for Gen-Z students, tech is a key part of their learning experience. Smartphones allow students easy access to videos, interactive 3D models, and a range of multisensory educational materials helping to form stronger cognitive connections.

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Teaching Methods Teaching Counselling Learning Outcomes 300

eSchool News

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been around for many years, but the introduction of ChatGPT in November 2022 has generated many discussions of how this technology can impact education – both how students learn and how educators teach. Students may know how to use some technology, but not all. Most of the time, this is not true.

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Collaborative Learning Gamification Teachers Teaching Methods 305

eSchool News

AUGUST 26, 2024

As schools seek to ensure all students learn to their fullest potential, a new guide explores ideas and strategies for creating inclusive learning spaces. As schools seek to ensure all students learn to their fullest potential, a new guide explores ideas and strategies for creating inclusive learning spaces.

Learning Spaces 294

Learning Spaces Universal Design Learning Students 294

eSchool News

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Key points: Student engagement is key to an authentic learning experience It also allows students to develop the right attitude to approach learning See related article: 4 ways edtech tools drive student engagement and build classroom culture When you think of education, what is the first thing that comes to mind?

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

The benefit of assigning video instruction for homework is that students can control the time, place, and pace of the learning experience when they watch the video at home. Then, class time is dedicated to practice and application, which has traditionally been assigned as homework for students to complete independently.

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Blended Learning Students Assignments Lecturing 469

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

When it comes to building literacy skills, students are never too young to start—as long as it is implemented in a thoughtful way. He mentions the need for students to see themselves in the materials they use and learn from, citing examples of books featuring diverse characters and cultures. He mentions, (what else?),

Teaching Methods 286

Teaching Methods Social Studies Students Grades 286

eSchool News

JUNE 29, 2015

3D printing and hands-on learning opens up new worlds to some students. Throughout my time in school, I struggled greatly with traditional learning methods. As these types of difficulties become more recognized every day, the importance of adjusting teaching methods has started to increase accordingly.

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Technology Teaching Methods STEM Learning 279

eSchool News

APRIL 4, 2022

The students will make it happen. Why get students involved? Traditional teaching methods are evolving. Studies show classroom design affects student learning, so it’s important to design a space that matches 21 st century learning styles. How will it get there?

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Classroom Design Students Teaching Methods Learning Styles 282

eSchool News

JUNE 7, 2015

Based on statistical examination, prof says there are clear distinctions in what works and what doesn’t for improving student achievement. “Visible learning is about understanding the attributes of schooling that truly drive student learning and have a significant impact on student achievement,” explained Hattie.

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Achievement Teaching Methods Students Study 279

eSchool News

JANUARY 19, 2024

Today, pandemic-related learning loss is still a very real concern for educators, and student learning is one of education’s biggest priorities as the nation strives to move further away from the pandemic’s impact on education. What is the most effective method of teaching? Probably not.

Learning 282

Learning Students Motivation Teaching Methods 282

eSchool News

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Key points: Virtual reality offers learning beyond just verbal communications 3 AR/VR resources that nurture student curiosity Reaching the 4Cs with 3D and virtual reality For more on VR in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Multilingual students face unique challenges that can hurt their performance in school.

Science 282

Science English Communication Languages 282

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

The students will make it happen. Why get students involved? . Traditional teaching methods are evolving. Studies show classroom design affects student learning, so it’s important to design a space that matches 21 st century learning styles. It always is. How will it get there?

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Classroom Design Students Teaching Methods Learning Styles 233

eSchool News

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Instead, we must create learning environments that foster creativity and adaptability–key traits that will help students thrive in an increasingly complex and tech-driven world. In classrooms incorporating drones, students can experience real-world problem-solving scenarios that transcend textbook learning.

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STEM Students Teaching Methods Textbooks 288

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Our schools must not only impart knowledge to our students but also equip them with the creativity, empathy, and curiosity required to walk into an unpredictable, yet promising, future with unwavering confidence. By fostering a positive school culture, we create an environment where students and staff feel valued and motivated.

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Schools Learning Students Knowledge 288

eSchool News

OCTOBER 15, 2024

students who wouldn’t see college as the automatic next step after high school. students who wouldn’t see college as the automatic next step after high school. Students aren’t just questioning the value of college–they’re questioning the value of showing up to high school at all.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 11, 2024

Various types of learning strategies are needed to boost student engagement and bring it to its highest levels. According to the Van Andel Institute for Education, every teacher hopes to ignite, empower, and engage the students who walk through their classroom door. What is the most effective method of teaching?

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Teaching Teaching Methods Gamification Special Education 272

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The IDEA act also guarantees that students with disabilities have the right to engage in the Least Restrictive Learning Environment (LRE) that best meets their individual needs. The LRE ensures that students under IDEA are offered equitable access to education alongside their non-disabled peers.

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Disabilities Special Education Teaching Methods Learning 309

eSchool News

JANUARY 29, 2025

Key points: Technology works in service of teaching, not the other way around Teaching ethical edtech for future innovators Leveraging edtech to help students, teachers stay connected through illness For more news on AI, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Artificial intelligence brings opportunities and questions to classrooms worldwide.

Teaching 318

Teaching Ethics Education Teaching Methods 318

eSchool News

JULY 1, 2024

According to a recent survey by Lego, only 35% of US teachers and 31% of administrators describe their schools’ students as “engaged” and only 1 in 3 (37%) US parents say their child tells them about their day without prompting from the parent. From left: Vicki Davis, Dr. Alex Marrero, Dr. Karen Cheser, Alberto M.

Student Engagement 251

Student Engagement Students Coaching Teaching Methods 251

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

As teaching methods progress from more traditional learning environments to more dynamic and active, educators are seeking new ways to help students build important 21st-century skills such a critical thinking and problem solving, according to a new survey from 3D printer manufacturer MakerBot.

Teaching Methods 309

Teaching Methods Critical Thinking Accessibility Activities 309

eSchool News

MAY 29, 2020

During a recent edLeader Panel , the superintendent of one of America’s largest school districts spoke with a former state superintendent and other education leaders about key issues affecting students, parents, and educators, including digital access and equity, online privacy, and funding. Changing the timespan from decades to days.

Online Learning 322

Online Learning Teaching Methods Learning Accessibility 322

eSchool News

AUGUST 9, 2024

While 89 percent of teachers reported in a recent survey that they believe generative AI will have an impact on teaching, recent reporting in the Wall Street Journal and The74 have rightly identified some of AI’s limitations in education, questioning the technology’s ability to serve as, for example, an effective tutor.

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Teaching Essay Teaching Methods Intelligence 314

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Key points: Innovative new technologies and strategies are impacting education in 2024 65 predictions about edtech trends in 2024 Tech-less teaching methods could alienate tech-savvy Gen Zs For more news on edtech trends, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page Does “new year, new you” apply to K-12 education in 2024?

Education 322

Education Teaching Methods Coaching STEM 322

eSchool News

JANUARY 4, 2022

I’ve experienced the dos and don’ts of creating learning environments where my students can not only learn but be their best selves. While we can’t hug and high-five our students through a screen, a hybrid classroom can still foster a warm community of connected learners. A strong community is at the heart of every good classroom.

Hybrid Learning 305

Hybrid Learning Teaching Methods Learning Communication 305

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

These applications create a dynamic educational landscape, enriching the learning experience, preparing students for a technology-driven future, and contributing to a more inclusive, engaging, and effective education sector overall. However, challenges include concerns about data privacy as AI systems handle sensitive student information.

Intelligence 253

Intelligence Teaching Methods Ethics Education 253

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

The 21st-century classroom is a dynamic, ever-evolving space where cutting-edge technologies, like artificial intelligence (AI), are pushing us all to rethink what students need to learn and how that learning can best be structured to prepare them for the future. Understand the value of creativity.

Teaching Methods 205

Teaching Methods Plagiarism Art Motivation 205

eSchool News

MARCH 8, 2023

Artificial intelligence is currently walking itself through the hallways of our schools and some teachers may not be leveraging this tool to enhance their teaching methods. Instead, many educators and learning institutions are nervous about the student use of artificial intelligence to pass assignments and assessments.

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Intelligence Education Teaching Methods Art 294