eSchool News

APRIL 18, 2024

.” The partnership introduces several key offerings: AI Slide Assistant and AI Assessment Assistant : Customizable tools designed to align with the specific preferences and requirements of school districts, facilitating the creation of personalized slide decks and assessments. SOURCE Lincoln Learning Solutions

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Welcome to the latest installment in our series on blended learning. In our previous posts, we’ve explored what blended learning is and delved into its strengths and weaknesses. We’ve also examined various models of blended learning.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 1, 2020

In many cases, every classroom is outfitted, as well as conference rooms and professional learning spaces. Many of the devices even come with excellent software packages that can be used to increase student engagement. Blended learning represents the best option in the form of station rotation, choice boards, and playlists.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

Complex Problem Solving: Tasks that involve higher-order thinking and problem-solving, such as math word problems, scientific experiments, or coding projects, often require different amounts of time for students to analyze, understand, and solve. This flexible approach helps to ensure that all students get what they need to be successful.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JULY 21, 2021

As we prepare for school, learning the current best practices and edtech apps is a great way to get excited (and save time.) During the conference, I’m presenting a new presentation “8 Ways to Engage Every Learner.” Leading the Shift to Blended Learning by Dr. Caitlin Tucker.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

Blended Learning In my opinion, the best 21st-century classrooms are “bricks” and “clicks,” blending together the best of face-to-face and online. Blended learning is not new. Blended Learning Classrooms are made of “bricks’ and “clicks” and every teacher should be ready.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 13, 2024

Leveraging Media Strategically When I work with teachers, I encourage them to use media to offload some of the explanations and information they present live from the front of the room. Second, teaching students how to engage with media in a meaningful way can free teachers from the front of the room.

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The Cornerstone for Teachers

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

This week on the Truth for Teachers podcast: Dr. Catlin Tucker , a blended learning coach and teacher of 16 years, shares her expertise about tackling the different aspects of blended teaching including engagement, group work, and assessment in a virtual classroom or hybrid setting. CATLIN: It is so hard.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Part II: Transitioning from Whole Group to Small Group to Achieve Equity in Education The first blog in this series, “ Time Efficiency vs. Equity in Education ,” explored two major barriers teachers face when shifting from whole group, teacher-led, teacher-paced model to student-centered blended learning models.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 3, 2024

Standards-aligned: These choice boards are designed to meet specific educational standards and learning objectives. They ensure students engage with content that aligns with the subject area and grade-level standards. Review and practice: These boards reinforce previously learned vocabulary, concepts, and skills.

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Shake Up Learning

MAY 25, 2021

The post 4 Projects that Go Beyond Traditional Assessment – SULS0111 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this episode, Kasey chats with Jen Giffen, a teacher-librarian and new Shake Up Learning trainer. Learn all about the Summer Webinar Series with Jen Giffen to go deeper into all of these topics.

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Shake Up Learning

OCTOBER 5, 2021

The post Student Engagement Strategies for Pandemic Teaching (Closing Keynote by Jen Giffen) – SULS0130 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Jen shares some AH-mazing student engagement strategies that work in this crazy, COVID world! Student Engagement Strategies for Pandemic Teaching.

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Catlin Tucker

JANUARY 22, 2018

“How do you keep students engaged and on task?” ” I am frequently asked this question when I train teachers on blended learning models. The concern implied in this question is that if I am not working directly with students that they will immediately be off task or disruptive.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 26, 2019

MORE FROM EDTECH: See how blended learning tools such as Microsoft Teams and Google Classroom can help improve student engagement. We decided on four applications and we were going to present them using the Google Classroom platform,” Corney-McGee said. Google Classroom Tools Let Educators Access PD Anywhere.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 11, 2020

Outline of Conversation (Direct Links) 0:31 Introductions 4:24 What teachers are saying during the coronavirus stay-home orders 8:38 Emotional Stress, Kids, and Self-Care 10:32 How children respond to trauma 13:35 The problem with being too rigid 13:55 What makes effective distance learning 18:10 Consistent layout in online learning 18:54 Don’t (..)

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 3, 2021

Even when connecting at a distance instead of in person, we can all benefit from learning some skills to connect with students on an emotional level, even while delivering classroom instruction. Learn More. If your school lets you take such a course, I think most of us would benefit. Online and Digital Instruction.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 11, 2018

I remember many nights and weekends that I spent countless hours developing a variety of activities that would keep my students engaged while also following the scope and sequence of the curriculum based on the standards that needed to be addressed. Making learning personal is a means to this end. Planning takes time.

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Baker's B.Y.O.D.

AUGUST 3, 2012

I''m a proponent of critical thinking, cooperative learning, metacognition, blended learning, flipped learning. I''m a proponent of learning. Progressive teachers cannot get away from testing in the current educational climate, but at least we can make it engaging for the students in the class.

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

These mini-lessons consume more time than intended because a few students struggle to understand the concept or process being presented and need further instruction or explanation. To ensure all students understand the material before moving on, the teacher re-explains a concept or demonstrates another model.

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Gaggle Speaks

MARCH 11, 2015

Blended learning starts with a strategic plan. Here are some tips to ensure your plan is successful when you’re ready to implement blended learning inside your classrooms. A simple way to do this is through assessments that identify what students know and don’t know. Host an open house.

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Gaggle Speaks

MARCH 11, 2015

Blended learning starts with a strategic plan. Here are some tips to ensure your plan is successful when you’re ready to implement blended learning inside your classrooms. A simple way to do this is through assessments that identify what students know and don’t know. Host an open house.

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Shake Up Learning

AUGUST 9, 2022

Plus, get a FREE Blended Learning with Google toolkit loaded with strategies and ideas for the classroom. Before you decide to implement in your classroom, ask yourself: Does this align with my learning goals? Does this assess what I need to assess? View student answers from their Pear Deck Teacher Dashboard.

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Hapara

MAY 19, 2022

Then, create a sequence of activities, assignments, problems, projects, presentations, etc., After identifying the learning objectives and essential questions for your lesson, you will want to decide how you will present information to the class. Choose how students will experience instructional content.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Student Engagement and Questions (00:02:55:14 – 00:03:35:11) Or-Tal shares how she engages students by encouraging them to ask questions related to the project's main theme. During the launch, we explained to the students what PBL is, and we introduce the driving question of the project. Why is it there?

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Fractus Learning

APRIL 9, 2021

These tools help create instructional content, interactive lessons, polling surveys, activities, and students’ opportunities to ask questions and communicate effectively. Flipped classroom models empower students to do classroom work at home using multimedia presentations and online learning platform resources.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

This can be done through newsletters, emails, presentations, meetings and so on. It also helps if you choose an LMS with a built-in reporting system so it will be easier to back up your presentations with data once the LMS is up and running. Do you want to offer blended learning classes? Build an LMS team. Make it fun!

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Interactive simulations and virtual field trips bring students face-to-face with historical landmarks, famous works of art, and locations that are not accessible to the general public. These K-12 technology trends help enhance students’ engagement and conceptual understanding. Where will technology be in 5 years?

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Shake Up Learning

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Her job is to help teachers to use technology to meet the needs of their students. . Engage Students AND Meet Standards with Student Podcasting! Engage Students AND Meet Standards with Student Podcasting! Consider how students might use a podcast as an assessment tool. Click To Tweet.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Educators should identify specific learning outcomes and consider how a particular tool aligns with those outcomes and how it can enhance or complement those objectives. Look for tools that support interactive and collaborative learning experiences to engage students actively in the educational process.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

These technologies can transport students to historical events, scientific phenomena, or even simulated workplace scenarios, enhancing their understanding and retention of complex concepts. Gamification elements are also employed to make learning more enjoyable and to incentivize student participation.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

But looking at 2024, here are some current trends in education: Technology Integration: Continued integration of technology into classrooms, with a focus on online learning, educational apps, and interactive tools. Social-Emotional Learning (SEL): Increased emphasis on social-emotional learning to support students’ well-being.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 27, 2020

In a recent edLeader Panel , sponsored by Beable, educators and entrepreneurs—committed to developing students’ academic and lifelong skills—shared strategies and tools designed to propel student engagement, strengthen academic proficiency, and build young people’s capacity for gainful employment and financial well-being.

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edWeb.net

MAY 7, 2021

Even though many had been using technology in the classroom, they were not ready for the full-on virtual digital learning environment COVID demanded. Student engagement suffered. Following this assessment is the design of an implementation plan centered on anticipated program outcomes. About the Presenters.

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Linways Technologies

MARCH 1, 2019

Teaching, is always placed under scrutiny and speculative assessments to measure their effectiveness and efficiency. Since the past century or so, we have come a long way to identify new teaching methods and better understanding of the way students learn in the classrooms. Student engagement is high in this approach.

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EdTechTeacher

DECEMBER 17, 2015

Using technology for whole group instruction and formative assessment. When introducing a concept, Meagan has students meet her on the rug in a circle, sits with them, and uses Nearpod to present material on all of their iPads at once. She controls the content from her iPad, and students learn and discuss the concept together.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2016

We all remember classmates who sat in the back of the room, eyes glued to a comic or dog-eared paperback, anything to escape a learning environment that did not—or could not—engage them. They were present in the physical sense, but their focus and commitment were clearly elsewhere.

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eSchool News

MARCH 15, 2016

Blended learning, and its subset flipped learning, are trends that are not just growing but becoming the norm. Technological skills and the desire to enhance learning through the use of technology need to be an important part of the hiring process. So what kinds of skills and attitudes should now be assessed?

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