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Blended Instruction vs Blended Learning

A Principal's Reflections

One such method that is rapidly gaining traction is blended learning. Blended learning is one of many strategies that can add a level of personalization while also making the experience a bit more personal with the right conditions. However, this is not blended learning.

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Strategies for Motivating Students: Start with Intrinsic Motivation

Waterford

Then, we’ll provide you with a few tips and strategies for improving your students’ intrinsic motivation. Before we explore how to motivate your students to learn, let’s go over the difference between two types: intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. Interactive Learning Environments, 2016, 24(6), pp. Buckley, P., and Doyle, E.

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Preparation for What Comes Next

A Principal's Reflections

To adequately prepare, schools should consider focusing their efforts and resources on the following three areas: Hybrid Learning Models : Hybrid learning combines both traditional and non-traditional learning strategies as well as digital tools to create a cohesive learning experience for kids.

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A Practical Way to Increase Access to Mobile Technology Regardless of Age

A Principal's Reflections

Sites like Common Sense Education and edshelf make it easy to find the right alignment to the right instructional strategy. Even though the cost of mobile devices has gone down, considerable purchasing challenges persist. Innovative educators like Deborah Weckerly are always looking for ways to improve the learning experience for kids.

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Finding Balance in Today's Classroom

A Principal's Reflections

The science department invested in mobile carts outfitted with television sets. It took some self-reflection and honest feedback from my students to move away from being the sage on the stage and more of a facilitator of learning. Use varied engagement strategies (click HERE for specific ideas).

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eSchool News launches Online and Blended Learning Guide

eSchool News

The April Guide, the Online and Blended Learning Guide , delves into the complications schools face as many have been pushed online in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak. Part of the beauty of online and blended learning is that much of the learning and many of the resources are available outside of the classroom.

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Blending with Playlists

A Principal's Reflections

In an effort to personalize learning more and more educators are turning to blended learning strategies. When it comes to personalized learning , the “personal” should be emphasized. Putting all kids in front of a device and having them engaged in an adaptive learning tool all at the same time is not personalized.