Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 13, 2025

Geographic Reach : Students from urban, suburban, and rural areas are enrolling in virtual high schools, with significant growth in rural areas where access to advanced courses may be limited. Academic Performance Performance Metrics : Studies show mixed results on academic performance in virtual high schools.

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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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Hapara

APRIL 11, 2022

Read on to learn more about some ways you can incorporate comics into your lessons to help boost student engagement and comprehension and how to create Google Slides comics. Ideas for incorporating student-created Google Slides comics in the classroom. in their comic strip. Sign up for a demo to learn why. Request a demo.

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Digital Promise

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

In partnership with the Center for Global Education at Asia Society , the League of Innovative Schools has launched innovation study tours –– a learning opportunity focused on deeper learning and equity. Similar to the League’s cohorts , innovation study tours focus on discussing challenges and sharing best practices and resources.

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EdNews Daily

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

By Carol De Furia Student engagement is a critical driver of academic success. If students are bored and disengaged in school, then studies show they won’t learn as effectively. Numerous studies confirm the link between engagement and success.

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Education Elements

JANUARY 18, 2022

Erin Conklin’s eyes light up when she talks about the primary and secondary source student book she created for Duval County Public School’s African American Studies elective.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

And almost every conversation I have with educators regardless of whether they are classroom teachers, instructional specialists or administrators is around student engagement. All of them are asking, with some urgency, about how we can boost student engagement under these difficult and fluctuating circumstances.

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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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Edsurge

MARCH 10, 2025

Evans, the CEO of education nonprofit Project Tomorrow , has found that educators across the country are grappling with the intertwined challenges of declining student engagement and persistent social-emotional issues. Large print books decreased stress about reading for most readers who participated in the study.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 2, 2025

They track how students respond and adjust lessons to fit their needs. They offer extra practice when needed and move ahead when a student masters a concept. AI adapts in real-time, unlike traditional study methods. That makes learning engaging and ensures students build skills at their own pace. Take breaks.

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EdTech Magazine

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

New research from Macquarie University’s Department of Educational Studies and education technology company Makers Empire finds 3D printing integration can boost creativity, critical thinking and design skills among primary school students.

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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. It is delivering information to students when they need it, in a timely fashion.”

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 23, 2017

In studying various pieces of literature on the effect of design, Barrett and Zhang began with the understanding that a “bright, warm, quiet, safe, clean, comfortable, and healthy environment is an important component of successful teaching and learning” (p. Additionally, the study indicated that whole-school factors (e.g.,

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 3, 2023

According to a study by Tanner and Lackney (2006), the design of physical spaces significantly influences student engagement and academic performance. Flexible seating arrangements, breakout spaces, and interactive learning corners empower students to take control of their learning.

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 3, 2021

Many students already preferred video for studying because it engaged more senses than just reading or listening. Adaptive learning systems learn about the student as the student learns and tailors the next steps the student can take in the learning platform based on previous ones.

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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. Ultimately, the playlist model creates a more inclusive and engaging learning environment.

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 21, 2020

We also led a corresponding research study to assess the impact of DLP coaching on teachers. During the first two years of the program, we found that teachers who participated in the DLP used technology more frequently and in more powerful ways with their students.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Social studies posters are the topic of our blog post today! But have you considered leveling up your space with some engaging educational posters ? Social Studies Posters Here are our top picks for social studies Posters from Amazon: 1. government. history, including the Gettysburg Address and the Preamble to the U.S.

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A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 23, 2018

The teacher had the students engaged in a closure activity to demonstrate an understanding of multiplication concepts in math. After the exit tickets were all turned in the teacher had all the students participate in a brain break activity. As we entered, the lesson was about to conclude.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 11, 2020

She led the design of ELA, social studies, and SEL curricula to support learners of all abilities. As the former primary and middle school assistant principal of an international school, she cultivated a staff of educators from around the world. She received her M.Ed. in Secondary Education from Ball State University.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 3, 2024

It’s quite effective both for live class or take-home activities, especially with features like: Customizable flashcards Study games and quizzes Mobile-friendly Padlet Padlet acts like a digital bulletin board that allows teachers and students to post notes, links, images, and other materials.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Our recent AI in Higher Ed: Hype, Harm of Help study revealed that more than half of students in the US expect that their use of generative tools will increase in the next six months and at least 38 percent report that they are already using these tools during their studies every month. Education is no exception.

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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.

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

The app is suitable for PBL as it promotes collaboration and it allows students to showcase what they’ve learned. Students and teachers can use the Glogpedia content library for science, math, and social studies. . Read more: 8 Digital tools for engaging classroom presentations.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 13, 2018

It can be difficult for teachers to react in ways that will guide students back to proper classroom behavior without alienating them — which is a major concern according to a recent study from the Center for Promise. Tardy Kiosks’ in Schools Help Track Student Attendance.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 24, 2025

Enhancing IEP goal progress with data-driven insights using technology: There are a variety of learning platforms that can monitor a students performance in real-time, tailoring to their individual needs and intervening areas for improvement. Data from these programs can be used to create students annual IEP goals.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Without a doubt, the indicators of this study demonstrate that teachers need assistance. The study does not account for the level of experience of the teachers. They also should pay special care to ensure that educators understand the privacy and security concerns associated with technology.

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ViewSonic Education

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Goal #1: Using Esports to Improve Student Performance by Building Confidence. Studies have demonstrated that the effect of confidence on performance outcomes in examinations can be as much as 12 percent. Goal #2: Using Esports to Boost Overall Student Engagement. Goal #5: Using Esports to Develop Specific Useful Skills.

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Edsurge

MARCH 4, 2025

As more low income and first generation students enroll, this gap has only widened. Rather than lower standards, experts say, colleges need to prepare for a new type of student one who may not have time to complete every reading or attend every study session, but is still valuable and deserving of a quality education.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 14, 2023

Imagine a classroom where students are glued to their seats, laser-focused on interactive quiz games displayed on the smartboard. A classroom where healthy competition motivates students to study and collaborate. While not solely AI-focused, Quizlet incorporates smart learning algorithms to personalize study sessions for users.

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eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2024

From interactive simulations to online databases of primary sources, these tools offer educators a wide array of resources to enrich their curriculum and foster student learning. Social studies education serves as the cornerstone for cultivating informed and engaged citizens capable of understanding the complexities of the world around them.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 10, 2025

Introducing games into the classroom can engage students in ways that conventional methods often fail to do” (Zhang & Crawford, 2023, p. Students are grouped into teams and work together to match terms and definitions or answer questions. During a social studies unit on the U.S.

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ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

With interactive whiteboards, students and teachers manipulate content directly on the surface of the screen. Student engagement increased and classroom collaboration was set to skyrocket. Holland’s students use the board in a variety of ways, both individually and in groups. Research backs up their enthusiasm.

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User Generated Education

FEBRUARY 15, 2020

We are asking today’s students to spend so much of their school lives doing tasks that are unconnected to the the skills that need now and in their future lives. and the kids agree as studies have indicated. Gallup has conducted more than 5 million surveys with students in grades five through 12 over the past several years.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Angela Fleck says this was the typical scene last year in the sixth grade social studies classes she teaches at Glover Middle School in Spokane, Washington: Nearly every student had a smartphone, and many of them would regularly sneak glances at the devices, which they kept tucked behind a book or just under their desks.

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ViewSonic Education

AUGUST 30, 2022

In the flipped classroom, students receive introductory information through self-study prior to class, allowing teachers, who are experts in their fields, to spend less time covering the basics and more time exploring topics in far greater depth. . Students Develop Independent Learning Skills .

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

It can also involve integrating regular time for breaks and naps into the schedule, even for older students. Planning strategies to maintain focus can create the kind of learning structure best suited to keeping neurodivergent students engaged. Read more: Can outdoor learning help hone your students’ learning? Conclusion.

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