Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

In my last blog, I focused on the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principle of representation. I described how blended and online learning can help educators provide opportunities for students to perceived and engage with information presented in multiple modalities. Physical Action.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 10, 2022

Did you know you can use a live translator app in PTA meetings, parent teacher conferences, and presentations — that actually works? You'll learn about these and more on a special extended episode of the podcast with Teresa Magpayo Castro and Ricardo Recinos. Help every student become included in learning and become empowered.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 11, 2021

Like many, this teacher felt intense pressure to teach the standards and wasn’t sure how to embrace Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and blended learning. There is often a tension created by the pressure put on teachers to cover content with the student-centered approach to learning described by UDL and blended learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 4, 2025

Learning isn’t confined to the eight hours between the school bells chimes or the struggling budget of an underfunded program. Learning has no temporal or geographic borders, and is available wherever students and teachers find an internet connection. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Use the lines in front of the steps to check off completed work: Overview/Big Ideas Students learn how to live in the digital world of internet websites, copy-righted images, and virtual friends who may be something different. Discuss why they use a password to access the computer. What did they learn? _Bring up a website.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Tools and Resources : Each grade level includes specific resources and projects to enhance learning. Engaging Projects : Creative projects encourage students to apply what they’ve learned about online safety and etiquette. Digital Footprint : Students learn about the importance of managing their online presence and reputation.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

When I ask teachers, “How would you describe a successful online or blended learning course? The pandemic is presenting new barriers to student engagement, most obviously the lack of physical proximity. Virtual social learning spaces create opportunities for the social and academic aspects of learning to collide.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 24, 2020

Teachers know there will be times when they will need to lean on videos to allow students to access information asynchronously. When teachers use video to transfer information online, I encourage them to blend that video content into a complete learning experience. Video has several benefits in a blended or online course.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework that is based on a scientific understanding of how people learn. The goal of UDL is to design “barrier-free, instructionally rich learning environments and lessons that provide access to all students” (Nelson, 2). Engagement. Self-Regulation.

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Blended Learning UDL Learning Assessment 545

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 19, 2020

” First, let’s be clear about the differences between asynchronous and synchronous learning. Asynchronous Learning Synchronous Learning Occurring at different times and in different places (e.g., Students can access content, resources, activities at any time, and from anywhere. students working at home).

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 21, 2021

I like to compare the teacher’s work designing learning experiences to the work of an architect. In my new book with Dr. Katie Novak, UDL and Blended Learning , I share a story about working with an architect to design a new home after my family lost our house in the Tubbs Fire in 2017. 1 Get To Know Your Students.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 21, 2024

Online learning offers unmatched flexibility and accessibility, enabling both students and educators to manage their schedules effectively and break down geographical barriers. Online learning offers flexibility and accessibility that traditional classrooms were never capable of.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

As I work with leadership teams, many are struggling to engage their teachers in professional learning this year. Schools invested money in purchasing devices and improving access to reliable internet to meet the demands of the pandemic, and leadership teams want to keep the momentum going. Initial Observation and Debrief.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Teachers are designing learning experiences for a range of learning landscapes. I’d like to propose using a creative strategy to free the teacher from needing to be “on” presenting information or orchestrating the lesson. Below are two options for creating a choose your own adventure learning experience.

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A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Technology has the potential to transform teaching and learning in a number of ways. One way it can be used to transform teaching and learning is by providing students with access to a wealth of information, including multimedia resources, educational apps, and online databases.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Today, we offer one more: Universal Design for Learning (UDL) What is UDL Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is an educational framework based on research in the learning sciences that can accommodate individual learning differences. It is based on the idea that no one-size-fits-all.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 29, 2021

Learning is a dynamic process that requires active engagement. This passive position also does not require that students think intentionally about their learning. This passive position also does not require that students think intentionally about their learning. The Subject: Students and Their Learning. How am I learning?

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 1, 2021

I’ve taught in person, online, and in blended learning environments. Teachers learn so much from listening to their students engaging in conversation or observing them as they work through a problem or task. 1 Articulate Clear Learning Goals and Objectives. Learning isn’t like lining up for a race.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 9, 2020

I’ve spent the last four months working with teachers all over the country (virtually, of course) as they navigate the uncharted waters of online and blended learning. The majority of teachers I have spoken with did not enjoy their initial experiences with distance learning. Sort It Out. 5 minutes). Collaborative Annotations.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 5, 2021

When I work with teachers shifting to blended learning, I strive to establish the WHY driving our work together. I want teachers to understand the purpose and value of the shift to blended learning. Blended learning is not a reaction to a moment.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Established by presidential proclamation more than 25 years ago, this annual public awareness program encourages citizens young and old to think and learn about the significance of place and how we affect and are affected by it. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 2, 2025

Rather than us introducing this article, we thought we’d like Grok do it himself: Hey there, Im Grok 3, built by xAI, and Im stoked to kick off this article on rocking your learning with AI tutors! How to Leverage AI Tutors for Effective Learning: Tips for Parents, Educators, and Students AI tutors transform learning.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

At the start of a new school year, especially with some unknowns when it comes to whether we will be full in-person or shifting between learning environments, having various tools available as educators is necessary. The start of the new year (academic or calendar) presents good opportunities to explore new options with our students.

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Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 20, 2020

The events of the last nine months have launched the phrase “blended learning” into the mainstream. I worry that instead of articulating the value of a powerful blend of online and offline learning, teachers are receiving the message that they “must” adopt blended learning to meet the demands of the moment.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Defined Learning is a fantastic way to bring project-based learning to every grade level and subject area. Some teachers (and students) are great at coming up with meaningful project ideas that align with standards and learning objectives. Defined Learning makes using project-based content easy to bring into any subject.

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Neo LMS

MAY 6, 2021

I have long believed that spring presents an excellent time for educators to explore new ideas and try some new digital tools in the classroom. It did not require a board to project the questions, and students were able to collaborate and build their teamwork skills as they played the game and passed the time on the bus, learning!

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 19, 2023

A thriving culture views technology as a seamless component that can enhance learning in a multitude of ways. This is only a glimpse of how digital learning can complement current school practices while also demonstrating the value of learning to students. Otherwise, isolated instances of success will be the only outcome.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

When choosing methods and tools to use, it is also important to create opportunities for students to develop social emotional learning (SEL) skills, as they are essential for personal and professional growth. Which tools assist us by providing access to real-time feedback? What are some ways to promote more student choice in learning?

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

In-class, students have easy access to the teacher and each other. There are more opportunities for social learning and human interaction. As architects of learning experiences, teachers should focus on providing that human connection to students working remotely. Differentiate learning (e.g., 2 Flipped Learning Model.

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Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Teachers Find their Role as Designer of Learning Experiences Cognitively Engaging. In my research on teacher engagement in blended learning environments, the most significant factor impacting cognitive engagement was a teacher’s work as a designer of learning experiences. Teachers as Architects of Learning Experiences.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

During the summer and throughout the school year, I spend time exploring new ideas and reflecting on the tools that I am using and the choices that I offer for my students to tell their stories and create something that is more meaningful to them what they have learned. Read more: Authentic learning and edtech: A match made in heaven.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 17, 2024

Cloud security boosts online learning by protecting student data while they share their thoughts and submit their assignments. But in leveling the playing field in terms of providing access to learning resources, they also throw up new concerns from a security perspective. Why Cloud-Based Incident Response?

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

Finding ways to boost student engagement is important, and what I have found is that by using tools like Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR), we can immerse students in unique and personalized learning experiences. Virtual Reality learning experiences in the classroom and beyond. 4 Virtual Reality tools for the classroom.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 18, 2020

After some time, we have seen an initial move to all remote learning, depending on where you live, a shift to some sort of hybrid model. A spike in cases has led to buildings being closed again and a resumption of remote learning in some locations. Below are some topics where vital lessons have been learned.

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EdTech4Beginners

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Effective file management is pivotal for educators and pupils in digital learning environments. This characteristic is essential in educational settings, where maintaining consistency in presentation is crucial for effective learning and communication.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 30, 2024

Explore the benefits and drawbacks of AI in essay writing, including its impact on student learning. AI and Writing Essays: Pros and Cons, How Will Students Learn to Write if an AI Writes It for Them? This technology will transform education by personalizing learning and meeting various student demands.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 13, 2025

Centering instruction in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and implementing both direct and student-driven instruction can help engage learners, address diverse needs and improve learning outcomes for all students. Universal Design for Learning provides a framework for designing inclusive learning environments.

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