Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

When we build student agency into a task or an assessment, students may produce various artifacts to demonstrate their learning. The variety of products they create causes many teachers to question how they should assess this work since it takes many forms. The learning objectives are what we want to assess progress toward.

Assessment 520

Assessment UDL Blended Learning Outcomes 520

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 22, 2024

We must collect formative assessment data in each lesson to understand our students’ progress and respond to their needs. Formative assessment is a process of gathering information about students’ understanding and their progress toward firm standards-aligned learning goals. Check for understanding.

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Assessment Comparison Strategy Data 428

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Assessment of student work is a crucial aspect of learning. She is an adjunct professor in tech ed, Master Teacher, webmaster for four blogs, an Amazon Vine Voice , CSTA presentation reviewer, freelance journalist on tech ed topics, contributor to NEA Today , and author of the tech thrillers, To Hunt a Sub and Twenty-four Days.

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Assessment Resources Educreations Common Core 397

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 11, 2024

This inquiry always prompts me to reflect: How many educators gather pre-assessment data before crafting their lesson plans? Such preliminary insights, whether through pre-assessments, diagnostics, or activities aimed at accessing prior knowledge, can illuminate the diverse range of skills, abilities, and needs within a classroom.

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Assessment UDL Blended Learning Data 373

A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

In this case, it was determined that even though teachers had time and were expected to be implementing common formative assessments (CFA,s), we didn’t see evidence to support that this was happening. Prompt 1: Create a 3-problem scaffolded formative assessment (easy, moderate, challenging) for this standard: A-SSE.1.a:

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Analysis Industry Data Assessment 426

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OCTOBER 14, 2024

Videos include (in alphabetic order): 15 Webtools in 15 Weeks 18 Digital Tools in the Classroom A focus on strategies Alternative tools Assessment isn’t static Author doers BYOD Class warm-ups Collaboration Curriuculum Maps Differentiation–How to teach the hard-to-teach class Digital Citizenship: What to Teach When Flipping the classroom Gamification (..)

Digital Citizenship 396

Digital Citizenship Video BYOD Gamification 396

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FEBRUARY 6, 2023

She is an adjunct professor in tech ed, Master Teacher, webmaster for four blogs, an Amazon Vine Voice , CSTA presentation reviewer, freelance journalist on tech ed topics, and author of the tech thrillers, To Hunt a Sub and Twenty-four Days. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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Assessment Strategy Common Core Digital Citizenship 364

Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Next, consider conducting assessments to pinpoint areas where technology could make the most impact. Use assessment tools to gather data on their learning styles. Whether it’s a learning disability, physical impairment, or sensory issue, recognizing these elements will guide you in selecting the right technological tools.

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Technology Assistive Technology Collaborative Learning Software 431

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NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Each lesson plan includes an Essential Question and Big Idea, average time required to complete, suggested appropriate grade level, suggested teacher preparation, step-by-step directions (see preview for an example), assessment strategies, pedagogic background, samples, and images (where relevant). Click to view slideshow.

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STEM Digital Citizenship Secondary Robotics 432

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Drawbacks of Remote Education While virtual classrooms provide numerous advantages, they also present significant drawbacks that can impact the learning experience. However, it’s important to acknowledge that while technology offers numerous benefits, it also presents challenges.

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Classroom Study Online Learning Accessibility 317

eSchool News

APRIL 3, 2025

As educators, it is important to understand the underlying causes of this behavior and develop assessments that encourage academic integrity. This lack of relevance can make assessments feel like an obstacle rather than a learning opportunity. Do you support student use of AI in school and/or for assignments?

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Assessment Outcomes Guidelines Strategy 88

ViewSonic Education

APRIL 7, 2025

If youre curious where you fall, try the VARK self-assessment its quick and surprisingly revealing. Let them speak up : Encourage presentations, debates, or spoken word. Investigate a Mystery : Present a scenario with clues to solve. A uditory Learners who process best by hearing and discussing.

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Learning Software Strategy Groups 368

Catlin Tucker

JULY 24, 2020

Teachers can present students with an unfamiliar problem or prompt to pique their interest, ask them to generate questions about a topic, or assess their prior knowledge. Flip & Engage: As students watch a video, can you engage them around that video content, so they think more deeply about the information presented.

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Learning Video Strategy Google 546

EdTech4Beginners

DECEMBER 7, 2024

It could be something as simple as using it to design a more eye-catching presentation, utilizing AI-generated content and graphics to make the topic more engaging to students. Grading and assessment AI is already having a huge impact on the grading and assessment process. This is where generative AI can be so helpful.

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Education Assessment Industry Outcomes 205

Catlin Tucker

MAY 11, 2021

We can indeed cover more ground when we present information in a traditional lecture format, but that doesn’t mean students understand the information. So, we can present information via direct instruction to help students acquire facts, but that doesn’t mean they understand.

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UDL Blended Learning Learning Assessment 545

Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

In this three-week course, you will use a suite of digital tools to make that possible while addressing overarching concepts like digital citizenship, internet search and research, authentic assessment, digital publishing, and immersive keyboarding. Assessment is project-based so be prepared to be fully-involved and an eager risk-taker.

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Groups Training Digital Citizenship Common Core 234

ViewSonic Education

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Try dedicated AI teaching platforms like DreamBox Learning , which offers adaptive math and reading programs that use continuous formative assessments to personalize instruction. Keep AI in the backseat by leading the core instruction yourself and using it for practice activities or assessments. Looking for something more specialized?

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Personalized Learning Classroom Learning Differentiated Instruction 397

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NOVEMBER 19, 2024

classes This is a fun team activity to assess student knowledge on a topic. Tie-ins: This is an excellent gamified review for semester tests, final exams, or other summative assessments. Tie-ins: A widget can apply to any holiday or class event. A great option also is to program one of the widgets for an Hour of Code activity.

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Wiki Learning Common Core Digital Citizenship 429

A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

They have utilized me as a keynoter, coach (leadership and teaching), and workshop presenter. Both the math and reading sessions focused on how edtech could be used during independent work, formative assessment, and pedagogically-sound blended learning. Below you will see the specific tools I provided during each session.

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EdTech Tools Khan Academy Educreations 540

Catlin Tucker

MAY 4, 2020

This presents myriad opportunities to engage students in active learning online. Just like real-time discussions that can fall flat or be dominated by a handful of voices, synchronous online discussions using video conferencing software presents unique challenges for teachers. Ask students to assess their participation online.

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Student Engagement Video Strategy Assessment 546

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 27, 2022

Screencasting is such a vital skill for students and an essential part of a teacher's formative assessment toolkit. Assessment. See Eric's Presentation. Presentation Link: [link]. Twisted Wave – Audio Editor in Browser. More Ways to Add. Screencasting. to Google Slides. Non Branching Slideshows for.

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Google eBook Learning Assessment 545

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 16, 2021

Teachers are freed from orchestrating a lesson and able to conference with learners about their progress, provide feedback on work in progress, or conduct side-by-side assessments. Strategy-specific boards present learners with a variety of strategies to select from and can be used repeatedly. Designing Choice Boards.

Blended Learning 546

Blended Learning Strategy Assessment Examples 546

Neo LMS

MARCH 15, 2022

For this to happen, teachers can opt for a mix of game-based learning tools, conducting a quick assessment or social and emotional learning (SE)L check-in, or asking students to create and share what they have learned in a way that meets their interests. Buncee is a multimedia presentation tool that fuels creativity.

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Student Engagement Tools Game-Based Learning Gamification 530

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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Online Learning Learning Elementary Course 545

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 23, 2024

While experts acknowledge risks such as bias and access disparities, they foresee AI-driven assessments reshaping education by tailoring tests to individual needs and promoting deeper learning. Full Story: The Hechinger Report (4/11) –Image credit Deposit Photo Copyright ©2024 askatechteacher.com – All rights reserved.

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Digital Divide Digital Citizenship Trends Outcomes 435

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 10, 2021

Students have more control over the way information is presented in a video. Screencastify allows you to insert multiple-choice questions to check for understanding and collective formative assessment. Video puts the student in control of the pace at which they consume and process new information.

Strategy 543

Strategy UDL Blended Learning Video 543

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Instead of spending precious class time transferring information live for the whole group in the form of a lecture or mini-lesson, which presents myriad barriers (e.g., We want them to think about the concepts, processes, phenomena, issues, or skills presented in the video. We do not want them to slip into a passive, consumptive role.

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Flipped Classroom Classroom Blended Learning Video 465

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 27, 2021

Assessment is based on involvement, interaction with classmates, and completion of projects so be prepared to be fully-involved and an eager risk-taker. Assess student writing without discouraging creativity via easy-to-use tech tools. Assessment is project-based so be prepared to be fully-involved and an eager risk-taker.

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Digital Citizenship Common Core Wiki Personal Learning Network 487

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Begin class with a review activity, writing prompt, feedback form, quick quiz, or formative assessment. Present-Pause-Discuss. The students’ working memory can only process a small amount of information at a time, so it is more effective to keep the presentation of new information focused. Welcome Task or Bell Ringer.

Classroom 546

Classroom Blended Learning Groups Strategy 546

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 23, 2024

You can create professional presentations, posters, multi-page documents, marketing materials, social media graphics, and more using Canva’s more than 1 million photos, icons, and layouts, each with colors and fonts coordinated into attractive schema easily accessed by both beginners and reluctant designers. Click to view slideshow.

Classroom 427

Classroom Microsoft Digital Citizenship eBook 427

Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Teachers will want to use pre-assessments, diagnostics, and/or assess prior knowledge to identify where each student is in relation to the content at the heart of the playlist. In addition to using data to design the playlist, it is essential to build mechanisms into the playlist to collect formative assessment data.

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Blended Learning Assessment Data Strategy 542

A Principal's Reflections

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Finally, technology can be harnessed to transform teaching and learning by enhancing assessment and feedback. Technology can be used to create assessments, quizzes, and evaluations, providing teachers with real-time data on student progress, enabling them to give feedback and adjust instruction accordingly.

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Technology Learning Assessment Data 537

The CoolCatTeacher

AUGUST 14, 2021

Thank you Peardeck for sponsoring today’s show and letting us release the full presentation from their recent Pear Fair. The whole day is archived at www.peardeck.com/pear-fair with lots of presentations including some on how to use the formative assessment tools built into Peardeck.

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Company Twitter Assessment Video 463

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.

EdTech 544

EdTech Learning Game-Based Learning Assessment 544

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Once teachers have their questions, I recommend creating a Google Slide presentation or PowerPoint and adding one question in big font to each slide. That way, the teacher can project the presentation during the discussion so students can both see and hear the discussion question. Facilitating Online Discussions.

Google 546

Google Assessment Groups Student Engagement 546

Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

” Read on… For more about grades, check out these Ask a Tech Teacher articles: 16+ Websites on Assessments. 12 Fresh Ways to Assess Student Learning. Grading Apps, Tools, and Resources We Love. Helping My Daughters Prepare for the ACT Exams. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

Digital Citizenship 392

Digital Citizenship Assessment Report Resources 392

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MAY 17, 2024

Here’s the sign-up link if the image above doesn’t work: [link] “The content presented in this blog are the result of creative imagination and not intended for use, reproduction, or incorporation into any artificial intelligence training or machine learning systems without prior written consent from the author.”

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Video BYOD Gamification Digital Citizenship 394