Blended Learning, Resources and Student Engagement

Understanding Teacher Engagement in Blended Learning Environments

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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Blended Learning: Designing with Balance in Mind

Catlin Tucker

MAY 18, 2021

I host a podcast called The Balance and wrote a book titled Balance with Blended Learning because I see teachers struggling with balance in every coaching and training session I facilitate. The person doing the work in a classroom is the person doing the learning. That belief has informed the way I define blended learning.

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What is Blended Learning?

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 13, 2023

In today’s post, I am introducing you to blended learning, a concept that is now common parlance within the ‘education speak’ In crafting this comprehensive piece on blended learning, I delved deep into academic literature, drawing on peer-reviewed research papers to create an authoritative and informative post.

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Blended Learning: Design a Mini-playlist that Allows Students to Control the Pace of Their Learning

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 24, 2021

Each time I return to an assignment, I add strategies, like polling, discussion boards, and partner work to make the experience more engaging. The playlist model presents students with a sequence of learning activities that they self-pace through. From Whole Group to The Playlist Model.

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The Concurrent Classroom: Using Blended Learning Models to Teach Students In-person and Online Simultaneously

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Conversely, teachers will have more success engaging students attending class in person if they build more agency, autonomy, and flexibility into their lessons. As I wrap my mind around the complexities of the concurrent classroom, I believe blended learning models can make this challenging situation more manageable.

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6 Practical Blended Learning Examples

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Welcome to the latest installment in our series on blended learning. In our previous posts, we’ve explored what blended learning is and delved into its strengths and weaknesses. We’ve also examined various models of blended learning. Fabbian et al.’s

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Teacher Tips: Starting the Year with Station Rotation

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. Create an overview of the rotations with links to resources and documents. The first few weeks of the year can be anxiety-inducing.

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Shift to Providing Feedback as Students Work

Catlin Tucker

JULY 2, 2023

This requires teachers actively seek feedback from students, modeling the process of giving and receiving feedback, and demonstrating how feedback contributes to personal and academic improvement. By incorporating technology and targeted learning activities, teachers can provide timely feedback as students engage in their learning tasks.

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Blended Learning Best Practices (with Catlin Tucker) – SULS085

Shake Up Learning

OCTOBER 20, 2020

The post Blended Learning Best Practices (with Catlin Tucker) – SULS085 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. This week, I’m chatting about Blended Learning best practices with the blended learning guru, Dr. Catlin Tucker. Watch this Quick Video to Learn How!

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Asynchronous vs. Synchronous: How to Design for Each Type of Learning

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 19, 2020

students working in the classroom or meeting online for a video conference session. Students can access content, resources, activities at any time, and from anywhere. Students can access content, resources, and activities at a specific time and location. Occurring at the same time and in the same place (e.g.,

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What Separates a Good Blended Learning Program From a Bad One?

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

These days many schools tout blended learning programs when marketing their school to potential students. Blended learning can combine the flexibility of online instruction with the benefits of in-person teaching. The Good The best blended learning programs seem to have some common threads.

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3 Reasons Teachers Should Use the Playlist Model

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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How to manage assessments in the blended classroom

Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Schools have taken big steps towards using online resources and tools, but we can expect online learning to have a more important role in students’ education due to the pandemic. Variations of blended learning were applied in classes before. Read more: 4 Models of blended learning to implement in the classroom.

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Promoting Literacy: Cultivate a Reading Culture

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

This trend begs the question: How can we encourage our students to read both inside and outside the classroom? Below are strategies and resources I’ve used to cultivate a reading culture in my classroom. The Booklist Assignment is designed to help students select a book they’ll enjoy. Booklist Assignment.

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Charleston County Schools Selects Open Up Resources And Kiddom To Provide K-8 English Language Arts Blended Learning Program

eSchool News

MAY 11, 2022

The partnership will provide teachers the ability to utilize the ELA curriculum on Kiddom’s platform to share assignments digitally, communicate with students, and deliver personalized feedback on submissions, while prioritizing student reading proficiency and content knowledge of science and social studies.

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Madison Metropolitan School District Selects Open Up Resources And Kiddom To Provide K-5 English Language Arts Blended Learning Program

eSchool News

JUNE 29, 2022

MADISON, WI – Today, Open Up Resources and Kiddom announced Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD ) has selected its top-rated EL Education K-5 Education Language Arts (ELA) curriculum for its 31 elementary schools in support of the district’s efforts to prioritize early literacy and beyond. ABOUT OPEN UP RESOURCES. ABOUT KIDDOM.

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The Role of Place in Personalization

A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Research consistently underscores the profound impact of physical and virtual learning environments on educational outcomes. According to a study by Tanner and Lackney (2006), the design of physical spaces significantly influences student engagement and academic performance. Approaches to learning space design.

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20 Ways to Personalize Your Learning This Summer

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

Blended Learning In my opinion, the best 21st-century classrooms are “bricks” and “clicks,” blending together the best of face-to-face and online. Blended learning is not new. Blended Learning Classrooms are made of “bricks’ and “clicks” and every teacher should be ready.

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Student Engagement Strategies for Pandemic Teaching (Closing Keynote by Jen Giffen) – SULS0130

Shake Up Learning

OCTOBER 5, 2021

The post Student Engagement Strategies for Pandemic Teaching (Closing Keynote by Jen Giffen) – SULS0130 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Jen shares some AH-mazing student engagement strategies that work in this crazy, COVID world! Student Engagement Strategies for Pandemic Teaching.

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12 Tools to explore during Computer Science Week

Neo LMS

DECEMBER 7, 2021

For years, I had my students participate in the Hour of Code during that time in December but did not do more than those activities. However, since first participating in the Hour of Code in December of 2018, I’ve tried to include more activities and bring in more resources for my students throughout the year. CodeforLife.

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Maximizing Student Engagement With The XP-PEN And Microsoft Education Apps

TeachThought - Learn better.

APRIL 19, 2021

Maximizing Student Engagement With The XP-PEN And Microsoft Education Apps. This post is sponsored by XP-Pen , manufacturers of a range of drawing tablets for artists, students, and other creative professionals. They have tutorials and eLearning resources for teachers here and are also Chromebook-compatible.

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4 Ways for K–12 Administrators to Master Google Classroom

EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Educators face a constant challenge of organizing resources and time , both in the classroom and out. . I’ve found that digital tools schools used to keep students on track work just as effectively for the adults in the school building. . Post a question in the Classwork stream to engage staff in inquiry-driven discussions. .

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The Station Rotation Model Tip #3: Practice Rotating for Seamless Transitions

Catlin Tucker

MAY 7, 2023

She then worked as an Instructional Coach for seven years, training and coaching secondary teachers in student engagement, standard-based strategies, curriculum development, and blended learning. During her time as an Instructional Coach, Noelle developed resources for Smarter Balanced.

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11 resources to avoid the summer slide

eSchool News

MAY 27, 2021

It’s fair to say students have more than earned their impending summer breaks. Still, it’s not a bad idea to encourage students to keep reading and to give their brains a little exercise here and there. Here are 8 tools and resources to help avoid the summer slide and keep students’ brains active over summer break: 1.

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CoSN2020: Embracing a New Look for Personalized Learning

EdTech Magazine

MAY 20, 2020

We wanted to unpack that and disrupt that, and make a plan for how we can achieve a goal of tech being viewed and used by students as a tool and resource for their learning.”. That’s just one part of the district’s pilot program that combines personalized, technology-enhanced instruction with learning environment design.

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A Seamless Integration of Technology in Classrooms Makes for Effective Blended Learning

MIND Research Institute

MARCH 30, 2017

Blended learning is often advocated as the obvious solution, and while it has the potential to bring many positive changes, the key to the success of any new program is implementation. Many "blended learning" models simply switch back and forth without allowing students to make significant connections.

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8 Non-Digital Remote Learning Ideas

A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 24, 2020

Guided and independent practice : Considering the two items previously addressed, practice can be chunked (guided) in ways that steps are followed until students are asked to do it on their own (independent). Think about activities that get the blood pumping, which will help students maintain focus while providing needed brain breaks.

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Research examines blended learning, student achievement

eSchool News

OCTOBER 1, 2015

Odysseyware aims to provide a learning solution for schools seeking the flexibility and customization of online courses, as well as for those looking to offer students a virtual learning environment. We are extremely proud of the content we create and take great care in doing so.

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5 ways to create a stellar online elementary learning program

eSchool News

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on innovative ways to engage students, digital resources, and online and hybrid learning strategies related to post-pandemic teaching. Then, it’s best to decide how you want your program to incorporate digital learning.

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CoSN2020: Embracing a New Look for Personalized Learning

EdTech Magazine

MAY 21, 2020

We wanted to unpack that and disrupt that, and make a plan for how we can achieve a goal of tech being viewed and used by students as a tool and resource for their learning.”. That’s just one part of the district’s pilot program that combines personalized, technology-enhanced instruction with learning environment design.

Personalized Learning

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CoSN2020: Embracing a New Look for Personalized Learning

EdTech Magazine

MAY 21, 2020

We wanted to unpack that and disrupt that, and make a plan for how we can achieve a goal of tech being viewed and used by students as a tool and resource for their learning.”. That’s just one part of the district’s pilot program that combines personalized, technology-enhanced instruction with learning environment design.

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Back to School Lesson Planning Tips – SULS0167

Shake Up Learning

AUGUST 9, 2022

In this episode, I’m sharing lesson planning resources, tips and templates to help you prepare for the back-to-school season. Plus, get a FREE Blended Learning with Google toolkit loaded with strategies and ideas for the classroom. Be sure to check out the Shake Up Learning Back to School Resource Page.

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How Can the Metaverse Transform Learning?

Edsurge

OCTOBER 16, 2023

It can facilitate immersive learning environments , allowing educators to craft virtual classrooms or historical settings so that students engage in interactive and captivating lessons. Mirecka-Jakubowska has a contagious passion for learning and urges educators to embrace this new technology. That's your resource.

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The FREE Lesson Plans and Resources You Aren’t Using! (but should be) – SULS0148

Shake Up Learning

MARCH 8, 2022

The post The FREE Lesson Plans and Resources You Aren’t Using! but should be) – SULS0148 appeared first on Shake Up Learning. In this episode, Kasey chats with Rich Dixon, Senior Director of Innovative Learning at H?para. The FREE Lesson Plans and Resources You Aren’t Using! Learn more about H?para.

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The Benefits of Video in the Digital Classroom

ViewSonic Education

DECEMBER 27, 2018

Digital-based learning benefits students. 1:1 student-to-device ratios. Student response clickers. Blended learning and flipped classrooms. When teachers leverage technology, learning outcomes improve. 84% said that school tech adds value to their child’s learning. The evidence is in.

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Combatting the Challenges of Whole Group Lessons with Blended Learning

Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 5, 2021

When I work with teachers shifting to blended learning, I strive to establish the WHY driving our work together. I want teachers to understand the purpose and value of the shift to blended learning. Blended learning is not a reaction to a moment. Blended Learning Benefit #1: Student Agency.

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Using The Station Rotation Model in Math

Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Additionally, guiding initial practice becomes more manageable, allowing teachers to quickly identify which students understand the material and which ones require further attention and resources. Offline-Station Students engage in spiral review, revisiting and completing practice problems introduced the previous day or week.

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Enhance Student Engagement with Virtual Social Learning Spaces

Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 29, 2020

When I ask teachers, “How would you describe a successful online or blended learning course? ” Most teachers include some form of the word “engagement” in their answers. So, it makes sense that teachers are frustrated when they feel like students are not engaging. What would that look like?”

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Update: North Dakota Innovation Academy

Dangerously Irrelevant

JANUARY 27, 2019

; connected learning audit (personal analysis of our analog and digital learning connections); our connectedness outside of school; connected learning in schools (lots of examples!), crowdsourced learning and resource production.

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The Vital Role of Digital Leadership in Transforming Education

A Principal's Reflections

MAY 10, 2020

Below I will address these through a new lens from which we can begin to transform teaching, learning, and leadership in a post-COVID19 world. Student engagement, learning, and outcomes : How will learning change in ways that better meet the needs of all learners? Digital amplifies this process.

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Create Small Learning Communities with the Station Rotation Model

Catlin Tucker

JULY 20, 2015

Smaller learning communities also provide students with more opportunities to work collaboratively and engage in a variety of activities that appeal to different learning modalities (auditory, visual, tactile and kinesthetic). Students also enjoy the freedom they have as learners in this model.

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21 Top Professional Development Topics For Teachers Now

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 3, 2021

Courses about Student Mental Health Strategies for Addressing Student Anxiety With the strategies and interventions you learn in this course, you will be able to create a classroom environment where students can successfully cope with stressors and instead focus on learning. Learn More. Look at this course.

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7 Edtech Trends to Watch in 2022: a Startup Guide for Entrepreneurs

Edsurge

APRIL 18, 2022

Our deployment is smoother using SageMaker, saving time and reducing the amount of team resources for maintenance." Kunjani, powered by AWS, increases the return on this investment by combining video conferencing, blended learning games and collaboration to make learning stick.

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Inspire Learning Beyond Your Classroom Walls by Setting Up a Virtual Learning Community

Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Part of the December 2019 STEM Resources Digital Calendar ! More important than the learning that transpires in our classrooms is the learning we inspire beyond our classroom walls. One way to motivate students to continue using the knowledge acquired in our classes is to set up a virtual learning community.

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Understanding Teacher Engagement in Blended Learning Environments

Blended Learning: Designing with Balance in Mind

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What is Blended Learning?

Blended Learning: Design a Mini-playlist that Allows Students to Control the Pace of Their Learning

The Concurrent Classroom: Using Blended Learning Models to Teach Students In-person and Online Simultaneously

6 Practical Blended Learning Examples

Teacher Tips: Starting the Year with Station Rotation

Shift to Providing Feedback as Students Work

Blended Learning Best Practices (with Catlin Tucker) – SULS085

Asynchronous vs. Synchronous: How to Design for Each Type of Learning

What Separates a Good Blended Learning Program From a Bad One?

3 Reasons Teachers Should Use the Playlist Model

How to manage assessments in the blended classroom

Promoting Literacy: Cultivate a Reading Culture

Charleston County Schools Selects Open Up Resources And Kiddom To Provide K-8 English Language Arts Blended Learning Program

Madison Metropolitan School District Selects Open Up Resources And Kiddom To Provide K-5 English Language Arts Blended Learning Program

The Role of Place in Personalization

20 Ways to Personalize Your Learning This Summer

Student Engagement Strategies for Pandemic Teaching (Closing Keynote by Jen Giffen) – SULS0130

12 Tools to explore during Computer Science Week

Maximizing Student Engagement With The XP-PEN And Microsoft Education Apps

4 Ways for K–12 Administrators to Master Google Classroom

The Station Rotation Model Tip #3: Practice Rotating for Seamless Transitions

11 resources to avoid the summer slide

CoSN2020: Embracing a New Look for Personalized Learning

A Seamless Integration of Technology in Classrooms Makes for Effective Blended Learning

8 Non-Digital Remote Learning Ideas

Research examines blended learning, student achievement

5 ways to create a stellar online elementary learning program

CoSN2020: Embracing a New Look for Personalized Learning

CoSN2020: Embracing a New Look for Personalized Learning

Back to School Lesson Planning Tips – SULS0167

How Can the Metaverse Transform Learning?

The FREE Lesson Plans and Resources You Aren’t Using! (but should be) – SULS0148

The Benefits of Video in the Digital Classroom

Combatting the Challenges of Whole Group Lessons with Blended Learning

Using The Station Rotation Model in Math

Enhance Student Engagement with Virtual Social Learning Spaces

Update: North Dakota Innovation Academy

The Vital Role of Digital Leadership in Transforming Education

Create Small Learning Communities with the Station Rotation Model

21 Top Professional Development Topics For Teachers Now

7 Edtech Trends to Watch in 2022: a Startup Guide for Entrepreneurs

Inspire Learning Beyond Your Classroom Walls by Setting Up a Virtual Learning Community

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