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Combatting the Challenges of Whole Group Lessons with Blended Learning

Catlin Tucker

This blend of online and offline learning can happen exclusively in the classroom with the station rotation and whole group rotation models. I ask them to brainstorm and discuss with colleagues the benefits and challenges of teaching using the whole group, teacher-led, teacher-paced model.

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This Cross-Sector Group Will Support the Future of Maker Learning in Southwestern Pennsylvania

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10 ways to manage group work in the classroom

Ditch That Textbook

OK, class lets get into groups. Theyve done dreadful group work before. When the work doesnt require collaboration, the group seems kind of unnecessary.Some students might cheer. How does everyone react?Some Some students might groan.

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Time Efficiency vs. Equity in Education

Catlin Tucker

Part I: Transitioning from Whole Group to Small Group In the ever-evolving education landscape, one of the most pressing challenges teachers face is striking the right balance between time efficiency and ensuring equitable learning opportunities for all students. Students are different from each other in terms of how they learn.

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Pile of Words: Drive Deeper Engagement with Vocabulary at the Beginning of a Unit, Text, or Project

Catlin Tucker

The size of your pile of words should be large enough to allow for sorting and grouping without overwhelming learners. Step 2: Group students and give them time to discuss and define. Step 3: Group the words into categories by shared characteristics and label each category. Give students time to discuss and define the words.

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The Station Rotation Model

Catlin Tucker

While my students engaged in student-centered learning at the online and offline stations, I enjoyed the dedicated time to work with a small group of learners at my teacher-led station. I felt more effective and engaged working with a small group of students. Students can be grouped flexibly (e.g.,