Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Vocabulary Development: “Speak like a Geek” allows students to teach and learn domain-specific terms. Collaboration: Students can work in groups while ensuring individual accountability. Efficient Research Skills: Students learn to conduct quick research, enhancing their ability to gather relevant information efficiently.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 28, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter This podcast with Jennifer Seravallo is dedicated to helping reading teachers improve their teaching methods by providing practical tips and in-depth insights into differentiated reading strategies. How do you select the right reading strategies?

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ViewSonic Education

MARCH 31, 2025

Raised in a digital world of swiping, tapping, and instant feedback, these students expect learning to be just as interactive, engaging, and personalized. The Student Engagement Crisis Teachers are feeling it, and the numbers confirm it: nearly half of educators say student engagement has dropped since 2019.

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Neo LMS

MAY 24, 2022

The consensus is that fostering student collaboration through group activities leads to more engaging and efficient learning. . However, collaborative learning is not about dividing students into groups and assigning tasks. Why student collaboration in the classroom matters. What are LMS groups? .

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

As a collaborative teaching strategy, the think-pair-share approach has sparked controversy among teachers. Is it a valuable strategy you shouldn’t overlook or is it just not worth the time? As teachers, our job is to create a safe and engaging learning environment for all students, and here is where the strategy may fall short.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 30, 2018

Modeling A pedagogical strategy where the teacher or student(s), demonstrates how to complete tasks and activities related to the learning target. 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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ViewSonic Education

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Student B already has a strong grasp of the water cycle, so the AI challenges them with more in-depth questions and tasks that explore the impact of the water cycle on climate. This dynamic approach to personalized learning keeps students engaged, making sure they stay challenged without feeling overwhelmed.

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Dangerously Irrelevant

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

I was fortunate to work with numerous educators this summer on how to teach and lead for higher student engagement – even during a pandemic. This summer I worked with over 150 teachers in Virginia to redesign lessons and units for deeper learning, greater student agency, more authentic work, and rich technology infusion.

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ViewSonic Education

APRIL 7, 2025

Keep reading for classroom-ready strategies tied to each of the 8 learning stylesor explore how ViewSonic Education Software can support diverse learners today! Why Learning Styles Matter in the Classroom Even if the science isnt clear-cut, one thing remains clear: students dont all learn the same wayand thats worth paying attention to.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 21, 2019

There is value in having a small group of six to eight students discuss a text as opposed to facilitating a whole group discussion. StudySync’s SyncTV episodes provide a model that teachers can leverage to help students develop critical speaking and listening skills.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 9, 2020

A big issue for many teachers was a general lack of student engagement online. This fall, students will likely be learning, at least in part, online. Given that reality, I wanted to share a collection of strategies designed to engage students in active learning online. Expert Group Investigations.

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Micro learning achieves this in two major ways: by turning the attention to the most important ideas that students should remember and offering an easy way for them to repeat the information at certain intervals so it won’t be forgotten. 5 Reasons to include micro learning in your teaching strategy.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Research indicates that active participation leads to higher retention rates, which can be upwards of 60% for students engaged in interactive learning. You’re expected to cultivate skills that prepare students for real-world challenges. Cost-effectiveness is another critical advantage.

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Creating an effective edtech strategy for when schools reopen. That’s why it’s paramount to identify and choose the right edtech that will meet the school’s needs, and why teachers need to use it effectively in their classrooms so that students can actually benefit from it from an academic standpoint. Increase student engagement.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 5, 2021

The station rotation model is a great way to introduce your class expectations to a new group of students while simultaneously building relationships and developing your class community. The groups cycle through the six stations twice in two weeks. For more information on grouping strategies, check out this blog.

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Hapara

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Student engagement was the main driver to teaching the learning outcomes, and Heather helped educators do this with technology. Read on to learn how to use technology in the classroom to truly engage students. Educators can also quickly create groups in Workspace and assign content and activities to specific groups.

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Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 9, 2021

We talk a lot about student engagement in education. Most educators got into this profession for the students, and, as a result, we want their experience to be as engaging and positive as possible. There is far less written about teacher engagement, even though teacher engagement and student engagement are reciprocal.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

In my last book, Balance with Blended Learning , I share a range of goal setting strategies and encourage teachers to build ongoing self-assessment routines into their classrooms that encourage students to think critically about their work and their progress. ProjectChoiceBoard.

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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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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 1, 2021

Teachers learn so much from listening to their students engaging in conversation or observing them as they work through a problem or task. The more formative assessment data a teacher collects, the more effective they’ll be in differentiating learning experiences to meet a diverse group of students’ needs.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

Complex Problem Solving: Tasks that involve higher-order thinking and problem-solving, such as math word problems, scientific experiments, or coding projects, often require different amounts of time for students to analyze, understand, and solve. Some groups will work more quickly, while others will benefit from having more time.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Spend time working directly with small groups of students. Balance online and offline work to give students a break from the screen. Tips for using the station rotation model in a concurrent classroom: “Rotate” or transition groups of students from activity to activity on a set schedule. Here are five strategies!

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 29, 2021

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 customized my instruction, examples, models, and scaffolds for the students sitting in front of me.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 9, 2020

A recent Chalkbeat article highlighted the results of some surveys that alluded to this issue: And engagement with schoolwork was relatively low across the board, reflecting the challenges of keeping students engaged in a chaotic time and of teaching from a distance.

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Neo LMS

JULY 16, 2019

For example, some students tend to nod and say that they understand a concept, while teachers can see that little glimpse of hesitance in their eyes. Here are other strategies to improve classroom communication: When students seem distracted, stop and discuss as a group to see what is happening and how the whole class can get back on track.

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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. Preparing for Online Discussions.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 13, 2024

The reality is that students are more likely to develop a deep understanding of complex concepts and hone critical academic and life skills when they actively drive the learning experience. Yet, teachers have a lot of concerns about using media in the classroom. Text : Summarize the central ideas, arguments, or themes explored in the text.

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The Web20Classroom

NOVEMBER 9, 2018

Engagement versus effectiveness. Just because we see students engaged in learning might not mean actual effective learning is taking place. What are high-impact, effective instructional strategies? Viewing the recordings as an individual and as a group has shown drastic improvements in student learning.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 23, 2024

In this article, I will explore five strategies to utilize co-teachers in a station rotation model to enhance the co-teaching experience and ensure that all students, including those with IEPs, receive the support they need. Students are grouped based on their skill or ability levels and rotate through all the stations.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 17, 2024

The Importance of Community in Education A sense of belonging enhances student engagement, improves academic performance, and supports mental health. In virtual settings, where students might otherwise feel disconnected, building community becomes even more critical. Online Clubs and Interest Groups.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 2, 2025

Have them explain their reasoning, discuss solutions in groups, or apply concepts in real-world scenarios. Monitor Student Engagement : AI data can reveal more than just scores. Pair AI-driven practice with group work, discussions, and hands-on activities. Decide what skills you want to improve.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2021

We can apply strategies to help us think more deeply about what we are reading. Their approach contrasts with classic reading comprehension questions, which students typically respond to after completing a reading assignment. I was immediately struck by the simplicity and power of this strategy. Whole Group Rotation Model.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 28, 2023

One of the key advantages of using a digital format is that it allows you to easily make copies of the playlist and design different versions to meet the needs of different groups of students or to adapt to different learning objectives. Does your school have a team of teachers interested in blended learning?

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 8, 2019

In my previous post, I focused on strategies teachers can use before a lesson to assess prior knowledge. In addition to determining where each student is starting in terms of their content knowledge or skills, teachers should collect data during the lesson to gauge what students know. Poll the Class with Mentimeter.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 11, 2024

Brian is the creator of the Homework Hacks Course , designed to equip students aged 13 to 20 with research-backed homework hacks and independent learning strategies. He served on the Working Group for President Obama's Advisory Council on Financial Capability. Mad Learn Free Trial.

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Edsurge

JUNE 8, 2022

And so they’ve designed systems, strategies and tools to better hold the attention of their students, many of whom are working adults. These techniques include human outreach, like employing teams of mentors and advisers who proactively check in on students, as well as automated tools that help keep learners on track.

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Waterford

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Classroom discussions can be one of the best ways to boost student engagement. As students discuss their perspectives with each other, they’ll not only solidify their understanding of a topic—they may learn to see it in a new light, too. Additionally, whole classroom discussions engage students better than teacher-led lectures.[4]

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