Hapara

MARCH 18, 2025

Today, technology is transforming the way students learn and teachers approach instruction, making the K-12 classroom more engaging and personalized than ever. Of course, both the benefits and challenges of classroom technology are worth considering. Five benefits of technology in the classroom 1.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 28, 2018

Making the Connection to Learning Through Differentiation Connecting this way requires teachers to differentiate instruction—recognizing their students’ individuality and then planning learning experiences with the range of student needs, interests, styles, and preferences in mind. Image credit: Achieve3000. Source: Achieve3000.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 19, 2020

2 – Designing Online Assessments As you assess learning online, you’ll want to use the research-based best practices for online assessments. Feedback using your formative and summative assessment tools is also essential. Check out Designing Online Assessments for Students — a course that can help you in this area.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 18, 2021

That means they need to be able to flex their metacognitive muscles by setting goals, tracking and monitoring their progress, reflecting on their learning, and assessing their own work. Third, I do not want teachers to design learning experiences or use technology to isolate learners.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 25, 2024

A SWOT analysis can be a valuable tool for leaders to assess their institution's overall health and identify potential areas for growth. differentiation, assessment, technology integration, accountability) What pedagogical challenges or gaps exist in specific subject areas or grade levels? How do we know?

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Understanding Our Students’ Needs When I work with teachers to design learning experiences that strive to meet students where they are in their individual learning journeys, the first item on the agenda is pre-assessments. Before diving into the unit, he administers a pre-assessment to his diverse class of 30 students.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 11, 2020

It is essential for me to reiterate what I have been saying for years as there is still some confusion as to what this actually entails: Blended instruction is what the teacher does with technology. If possible, differentiate by providing multiple versions that address the specific needs of learners while provided different paths.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

It eliminates wasted minutes at the start of the lesson when teachers welcome the online students into the virtual classroom, handle administrative tasks, and troubleshoot technology hiccups. Teachers who have limited technology in the classroom may want to design an offline station instead of an online station.

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EdTechTeacher

AUGUST 7, 2023

In a recent article, Canadian researchers identified the greatest challenges to implementing effective differentiated instruction in the classroom. Topping the list were teacher workload , lack of time , the perceived complexity and difficulty of differentiating , and the increasingly diverse needs of individual students 1.

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 10, 2017

Schools continue to make investments in technology to engage students better, improve outcomes, and prepare all learners for the new world of work. We are beginning to see more and more innovative uses of technology not just to personalize, but also to make the learning process more personal.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

However, there are many tools that are out there that can be helpful, especially if the teacher and students have access to technology. There are generally four areas where educators can adjust their lessons to support differentiation: Content, Process, Product, and Environment. Pre-tests are quick ways to assess ability levels.

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Baker's B.Y.O.D.

AUGUST 13, 2014

Chatting this morning with Stacy Dawes on Voxer in the #ELA Flip group, we were discussing ways in which we can differentiate and diversify our instruction for students, especially those who are ESL/ELL immersed in mainstream classes. Keep in mind that Edmodo quizzes do not have to be used as traditional test assessments.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 3, 2018

As reported in April 2016 (the most recent year for which data is available from the National Assessment of Educational Progress ) only 37 percent of high school seniors in the U.S. Technology impacts instruction in a positive way, the report states. Technology leaders are sometimes met with opposition.

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EdTechTeacher

APRIL 18, 2019

Differentiated instruction is a method by which we can tackle this challenge and find new ways to help our students. Teachers need to acquire their own skills in using technology to provide accessible instructional materials and alternatives that will provide voice and choice for students. UDL Framework from CAST.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 24, 2024

Those who embrace it find the opportunity to differentiate instruction. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-12 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum.

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Hapara

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Listen to an audio version of this post: [link] While edtech tools are in most classrooms, not every educator understands how to use technology in meaningful ways. Student engagement was the main driver to teaching the learning outcomes, and Heather helped educators do this with technology. Everything was then placed into Google Drive.

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Neo LMS

JULY 30, 2019

According to Matt Oberecker, who promotes personalized learning and 21st century skills as the supervisor of science and technology curriculum for the Marple Newtown School District in Pennsylvania, this approach should focus on creating the perfect environment for students to be heard and take learning into their own hands.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

One thing that I’ve been thrilled about is that technology and online learning have really supported these students to continue their education, even though the pandemic disrupted many systems and processes. Differentiated instruction. Differentiated instruction is a must for them.

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The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 23, 2022

eSpark Learning is a fun, free differentiated instruction app for elementary and kindergarten classrooms. First, students based on their abilities using district data (NWEA or STAR data) or the built-in pre-assessment. What is a Quest? Quests are adaptive to the individual student. Sign up for Your Free eSpark Account.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 15, 2021

Assessment is project-based so be prepared to be fully-involved and an eager risk-taker. At the completion of this course, you will be able to: Use technology to drive authentic writing activities and project-based learning. Guide students in selecting writing strategies that differentiate for task, purpose and audience.

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Neo LMS

MARCH 14, 2019

Students should be included in the lesson planning process, in each learning activity and even in the designing of assessment. Read more: 3 Teachers that are crushing assessments with ed-tech. Education technology. Read more: Why teachers should consider differentiated instruction. Teachers as facilitators.

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Although even the youngest children are adept with technology for entertainment, students in early elementary grades need significant support to use technology for learning. In many cases, parent involvement understandably extends to supporting students in taking online assessments. Now it drives instruction.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 30, 2018

Technology, the pursuit of innovation, and advancements in research have fundamentally changed the learning culture in many schools for the better. As I have conducted thousands of walk-throughs in schools, I am always looking at the convergence of instruction and learning. We now live and work in different times.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 11, 2020

The 21st century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. You will actively collaborate, share knowledge, provide constructive feedback to classmates, publish digitally, and differentiate for unique needs. Assess student tech use organically.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 19, 2018

I’ve worked with Study.com in the past and come to realize the high value they place on differentiating instruction and meeting students where they are ready to learn, so when they wanted to share the news of their online class teaching the basics of differentiating in the classroom, they knew I would want to help.

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

2 Use a Quick Quiz to Assess Completion and Comprehension of the Video Instruction If teachers are worried about whether students watched or understood the flipped instruction, they can begin class with a quick formative assessment strategy, like an entrance ticket or quiz.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 30, 2023

ELs need instruction tailored to their language proficiency level. Therefore, it is essential to assess their language abilities and design instruction that meets their needs. Instruction tailored to their language proficiency level acknowledges their diverse language backgrounds and varying levels of English proficiency.

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Neo LMS

JANUARY 14, 2021

Here are a few reasons why: It facilitates differentiated instruction. When edtech comes into play, specifically through a comprehensive solution that allows teachers to create courses online , assess students, track their progress, and communicate with them through the same platform, things start to get interesting.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 16, 2020

The 21st century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. You will actively collaborate, share knowledge, provide constructive feedback to classmates, publish digitally, and differentiate for unique needs. Assess student tech use organically.

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The Web20Classroom

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

From the use of 1:1 technology to enabling students to learn authentically, these really are incredible times to teach and learn. Educators are looking for ways to personalize the learning environment for every student while trying to find ways to differentiate; it can become paralyzing. Differentiation comes in many varieties.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 19, 2020

The 21st century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. You will actively collaborate, share knowledge, provide constructive feedback to classmates, publish digitally, and differentiate for unique needs. Assess student technology use organically.

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Tom Murray

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

How can schools and districts systemically create a vision of teaching and learning that’s personal, authentic, relevant, and harnesses the power of technology? The gears of the FRS Framework are as follows: Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment. What is it that today’s modern learners need to thrive?

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

They need to learn how to get better at their job and juggle all the new requirements that the modern classroom and educational technologies bestow upon us. Knowledgeable teachers are key to the success of any technological or pedagogical initiative in the classroom. Read more: Why teachers should consider differentiated instruction.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2024

This includes in-person and tech-enabled learning that is specifically focused on strengthening culturally responsive teaching, differentiated instruction, and inclusive practices. Built into our professional development model is dedicated time for educators to work together to plan, execute, and assess lessons. Math support.

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Digital Promise

AUGUST 21, 2019

As they adopt more and more technology to support students’ learning, more and more data is generated—and most schools struggle to use this data effectively to improve teaching and learning. A common statement overheard among Chief Technology Officers: “We are data rich and information poor.”. DIFFERENTIATING. INSTRUCTION.

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User Generated Education

MARCH 19, 2020

is a game-based learning platform, used as educational technology in schools and other educational institutions. Poll Everywhere is a live student-response tool that offers whole-class participation and assessment through teacher-designed surveys, polls, and discussion boards. Poll Everywhere. Once back in the whole group.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Supported by years of validity research, the nationally-normed IXL Diagnostic is a precise indicator of student achievement and a strong predictor of performance on standardized assessments. Action plans link to specific language arts and reading skills, and give teachers a simple way to differentiate instruction and fill knowledge gaps.

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