Remove Blended Learning Remove Collaborative Learning Remove Student Engagement
article thumbnail

An Active Reading Strategy for Any Learning Landscape

Catlin Tucker

This prepares them to engage in a dynamic discussion with their peers about the statement and the reading. My mind was buzzing with how beautifully this could work in-class, online, or in a blended learning environment. After the reading: Students engage in a conversation with their peers.

Strategy 546
article thumbnail

6 Creative back-to-school activities for teachers

Neo LMS

We should always ask ourselves, “What is the impact on learning?” We know that covering the content is important, but finding ways to boost student engagement and foster the development of essential social and emotional learning (SEL) skills are also important right from the start of the year. Build Community.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Leveraging edtech for differentiated instruction

eSchool News

The combination of automated assessment tools and flexible content delivery methods allows teachers to spot learning gaps quickly while giving students the freedom to master concepts through their preferred learning modes.

article thumbnail

Best Monitors for Teachers: How to Use Pen Devices to Deliver Lessons 

ViewSonic Education

Contrary to many people’s fears, using digital touchscreens offers greater flexibility for teachers while driving student engagement. Thanks to EdTech, the gap between in-person and online lessons is being bridged and provides new structures for equitable and inclusive learning environments. .

Tablets 370
article thumbnail

An Active Reading Strategy for Any Learning Landscape

Catlin Tucker

This prepares them to engage in a dynamic discussion with their peers about the statement and the reading. My mind was buzzing with how beautifully this could work in-class, online, or in a blended learning environment. After the reading: Students engage in a conversation with their peers.

Strategy 195
article thumbnail

Function Follows Form: How Two Colleges Redesigned the Classroom for Active Learning

Edsurge

Although a wealth of research suggests that active learning increases student engagement and improves academic outcomes, many college campuses struggle to get faculty to shift away from traditional, sage-on-a-stage style teaching practices. And that dialogue helps inform the work of IU’s learning spaces team.

Classroom 168
article thumbnail

Upgrading Your Discussion Board To A Collaborative Learning System

Omega Notes

Often Discussion boards are the core of many modern courses, particularly those hosted online or with blended learning elements. Discussion boards offer a productive environment where students can communicate with one another 24/7 while sharing information and offering new insights that contribute to the learning process.