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Universal Design for Learning and Blended Learning: Engagement

Catlin Tucker

When I work with schools that have already adopted the UDL framework, they immediately recognize how blended learning can help teachers to implement many of the principles of UDL more effectively. I believe that blended learning models can make putting UDL into practice more manageable. Engagement. Self-Regulation.

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Troubleshooting the Flipped Classroom: Dealing with Unprepared Students

Catlin Tucker

First, let’s establish the value of the flipped classroom in case you have never used this blended learning model. It’s akin to a parent asking their child to clean their room before company comes over, but when the child doesn’t do it, the parent cleans the room for them. I caution teachers not to do this.

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Why Flipped and Blended Learning are Making Waves in education

Ask a Tech Teacher

In lieu of several such factual findings, educators have begun implementing a novel methodology, such as using blended learning software , that has transformed the rather archaic and mundane ‘classroom teaching’ into a revolutionary educational experience; enter the world of Blended learning. Excuse me, teacher.

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5 Awesome New Screencastify Features

The CoolCatTeacher

Note that Screencastify has been one of my favorite formative assessment tools since 2018 when I wrote 10 Ways to Use Screencasting for Formative Assessment. Inside the Screencastify platform, you can now add quick questions to assess for understanding when hosted on the Screencastify platform. Multiple Methods of Sharing.

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Back to School Twitter Chat Tuesday, July 28th – 8 pm EST #Back2SchoolChat

The CoolCatTeacher

Conversation topics will be split into two main topics — social-emotional learning (SEL) and edtech tools and tips for distance and blended learning: Our biggest concerns and how we plan to approach them. Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “sponsored blog post.”

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10 Awesome Courses To Improve Your Online Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

2 – Designing Online Assessments As you assess learning online, you’ll want to use the research-based best practices for online assessments. Feedback using your formative and summative assessment tools is also essential. Student Achievement Through Gamification and Game-Based Learning.

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5 Essential Effective Blended Learning Best Practices

The CoolCatTeacher

As an illustration, this summer at ISTE, I facilitated a panel of blended learning experts. As they presented, it became clear: most classrooms are already blended classrooms, whether they realize it or not. For this reason, let’s explore the essential elements of effective blended learning so we can all level up.