A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

So why is this so important when it comes to engagement? Student discourse, the interaction and exchange of ideas among students, is a vital component of learning. Cognitive Development and Critical Thinking Research has consistently shown that student discourse is a powerful tool for cognitive development.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Our decisions need to focus on helping students by designing assessments and ways to show what they have learned while also promoting voice and choice in learning. Consider how the method or tool will enhance learning or provide more benefits for students beyond being a way to practice the content or take an assessment.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 16, 2023

Innovative assessments The changing formats and contexts of assignments have necessitated a corresponding evolution in assessment methods. With the online environment's openness and the integration of game elements and real-time feedback, a wide range of assessment options have materialized.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 18, 2021

So, students should do the heavy cognitive lift of making meaning and applying their learning. That belief has informed the way I define blended learning. ” This definition is grounded in a constructivist perspective that positions the student at the center of learning. Students must share the responsibility for learning.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

Engagement Active involvement in learning that is relevant, valuable, and interesting Representation Access to multiple ways to experience or receive information Action and Expression Set goals, monitor and track progress toward goals, engage in metacognitive skill-building through self-assessment and demonstrate knowledge in a variety of ways.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Students construct and confirm meaning, in part, through dialogue with their peers. Online discussions offer an avenue to connect students online and facilitate knowledge construction; however, many teachers are frustrated by a lack of student engagement online. Ask Students to Assess Their Engagement and Participation.

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A Principal's Reflections

JANUARY 7, 2024

Below is more detailed information on the components of the system. Effective communication is vital, as it ensures that all stakeholders, including teachers, parents, and students, are well-informed and engaged. By relying on evidence, educators can make informed decisions that enhance student learning and achievement.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

Reason #1: Give Students Control Over Their Pacing Students acquire and process information at varying rates, which naturally leads to a need for different amounts of time to complete academic tasks effectively. Despite this reality, most learning is teacher-paced, not student-paced.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

Course: Designing Blended Learning for Student Engagement and Achievement “By the end of the course, you will be able to design and implement meaningful blended learning experiences with objective-aligned assessments and activities that foster core 21st-century skills.”

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ViewSonic Education

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

In a recent study , students using personalized learning paths improved their test scores by 71%, compared to a 54% improvement with regular e-learning. By focusing on each student’s unique needs, personalized learning is a powerful way to help close achievement gaps. Some kids are zoning out, while others are racing ahead.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 8, 2019

We need to build in mechanisms into our lessons to collect formative assessment data. In my previous post, I focused on strategies teachers can use before a lesson to assess prior knowledge. Other technology tools can capture and store information for teachers to reference after the lesson. Poll the Class with Mentimeter.

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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. We pretty much have 360-degree case management around each of our students.”

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ViewSonic Education

OCTOBER 10, 2024

With a few simple inputs—such as your lesson objectives or key topics—these AI platforms can rapidly generate tailored suggestions for activities, assessments, multimedia resources, and reading materials. This dynamic approach to personalized learning keeps students engaged, making sure they stay challenged without feeling overwhelmed.

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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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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast Educators want assessments to be instructionally useful and provide data they can use to help students learn, but not all assessments do that. So what do instructionally useful assessments look like? Designing instructionally useful assessments does not have to be difficult.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 3, 2024

can help transform traditional quizzes or tests into more engaging, game-like experiences. It will help mentors assess student level and understanding so the instruction may be tailored as the need arises. It can provide instant feedback through quizzes, polls, and exit tabs.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 18, 2020

Edtech can reduce a school’s administrative burden through various systems and automated processes, and also improve the student learning experience through engaging learning materials, targeted support during the learning process, assessment of mastery and progress tracking. Better student engagement rates.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 8, 2022

A 2019 Gallup study that included 128 schools and more than 110,000 students found that student engagement and hope were significantly positively related to student academic achievement progress in math, reading, and all subjects combined. Blended Learning Increases Student Engagement.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Unfortunately, there is a scarcity of information on this topic in the context of K-12 education. Benefits of the flipped learning model: Students control the pace at which they consume and process information. Students and families have 24/7 access to video instruction online. For more on playlists, check out this blog.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Collaboration: Students can work in groups while ensuring individual accountability. Key Insights Student-Centered Learning: This approach prioritizes student engagement and self-directed research, making learning enjoyable and effective. It is now available for free to Ask a Tech Teacher subscribers.

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ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Aim to keep students engaged. Aim to Keep Students Engaged. Keeping students engaged is one of the most important aspects of teaching. Students can also work on tablets linked to the front-of-classroom display. Confirm that internet connectivity is ensured. Confirm that your software is up-to-date.

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Also, edtech can be used in many ways to spark students’ curiosity, provide support during their learning process, assess their mastery of concepts, all while keeping them engaged every step of the way. Increase student engagement. Read more: How an LMS can help teachers keep older students engaged.

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 26, 2021

There’s a wealth of information and materials that you can use to teach online, but activities have to be carefully planned. It takes some trial and error to figure out what works and what doesn’t for a particular group of students. Online learning forums are the most accessible way to engage students. Set clear goals.

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Edsurge

MAY 10, 2021

For 10 years now, Jain and his team have led an international effort to transform how students learn by engaging their curiosity and instilling a love of learning. We also suffer from a high student-to-teacher ratio, and this is a somewhat global issue. Arpit Jain This was the impetus for SplashLearn.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 15, 2024

Some reasons why you may find these tools beneficial are: Organization: organize lesson plans, assignments, and resources efficiently Communication: between teachers, students, and parents to foster a collaborative relationship, keep everyone informed Student Engagement: to make learning more interesting and interactive Time Management: schedule reminders, (..)

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Educators and administrators have raised concerns over the rate of disciplinary action involving minority students, with schools in states such as New York showing significant differences in instances of expulsion and suspension between white and black students.

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Neo LMS

APRIL 19, 2022

This change proves highly effective, especially for Higher Ed students who might have already acquired certain skills on the job or through informal learning. A more engaging learning experience. Moreover, students are in charge of managing the content. Improved confidence and self-assessment skills.

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Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Here are seven job skills that students must master: Digital literacy. Digital literacy refers to collecting, creating, and sharing digital information in any environment: at school, at home, at work. Read more: Top 5 LMS benefits for K-12 Students. Assessing and analyzing information. Wrapping up.

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Neo LMS

JULY 6, 2021

Summer is always a good opportunity to explore new ideas, particularly ideas for boosting student engagement or perhaps taking some risks with trying something a bit different in our classrooms. We don’t have to be the experts; we just need to know enough to get our students started exploring and creating with AI.

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EdTech Magazine

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

Blended learning combines technology and face-to-face interaction to improve student engagement, streamline assessments and open the lines of communication between teachers and students. . I really like my students to be able to get information from me instantly. What Are Blended Learning Platforms?

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 30, 2018

This is achieved by asking a question, adding a relevant context, or making statements to pique interest, create mental images, review information, and initiate the learning process. Practice Guided practice is when the students engage in learning target activities under the guidance of a support system that can assure success.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

It is also good to use these following any breakout room activity to get a grasp on engagement levels. Use the Rigor Relevance Framework as a means to evaluate the level of relevance in questions, tasks, and assessments. Develop means for accountability through routine feedback and timely grading.

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Still, teachers are tirelessly putting in their best effort to make distance learning work for their students. These strategies hold potential to inform visions of future schooling as the country recovers from the devastation of COVID-19. Reimagining Family Engagement. Now it drives instruction.

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EdTech4Beginners

DECEMBER 7, 2024

Producing teaching materials When lessons take place online, its all the more important that the materials used are clear and impactful, since youll be relying less on your body language and style of delivery to engage the class. Grading and assessment AI is already having a huge impact on the grading and assessment process.

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Neo LMS

DECEMBER 2, 2021

A positive environment has a direct impact on your students’ engagement and learning throughout the year. You can plan to come ten minutes early and greet students one by one. Make an effort to remember their name and ask them informal questions that are not necessarily related to school. To conclude.

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EdTech Magazine

MARCH 28, 2019

Some teachers who have already incorporated augmented reality and virtual reality (AR/VR) technology into their classrooms or lesson plans have seen amazing benefits in student engagement and retention. The technology is still so new in K–12, but we can see it has huge potential. by Santino Martinez.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

Espoused Values and Beliefs The first source of information ought to come from your espoused values and beliefs. Moore have organized the self-assessment tool into three sections: The context and design of your course. Part of being able to consider the students’ perspectives is knowing who is taking your classes.

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