Neo LMS

APRIL 26, 2022

Today’s generation of students and teachers are battling more weighted issues than previous ones. Students as well are being pushed harder to live up to certain expectations. Online learning and mental health: understanding the Generational Divide. The connection to technology.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 23, 2020

They make it possible for teachers to maintain a human connection with their students and guide their learning from a distance. Below are three suggestions for using these video conferencing platforms to continue teaching students as they learn remotely. #1 3 Conferencing with Students. 1 Small Group Instruction.

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 9, 2020

I’ve spent the last four months working with teachers all over the country (virtually, of course) as they navigate the uncharted waters of online and blended learning. 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.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 20, 2020

As teachers move classes online and utilize online tools and resources to engage students in remote learning, it’s essential to add social elements to our online courses. First, students who feel they are part of a learning community online are less likely to feel alone during this time of social isolation.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Some are navigating a hybrid schedule that blends synchronous in-class time with asynchronous online time. Others are teaching entirely online. In addition to feeling drained and overwhelmed, it may feel like there are not enough hours in the day to connect with students in a meaningful way.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 3, 2021

To better relate, we have to understand where students are emotionally so that we can connect with them , get them any extra help they might need, and move them forward. Student Mental Health (Including Anxiety and Depression). Understanding student mental health can also help us with others who we meet in our world today.

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Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 11, 2020

I remember feeling intense pressure to have the “right answer” when students asked questions. A teacher’s value lies not in their expertise but in their ability to connect with learners. Conferencing sessions are one of the most effective strategies for connecting with learners in class or online.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 4, 2020

One of the primary roles that a teacher plays in an online class is the facilitation of learning. Facilitation is the teacher’s ability to clearly communicate learning objectives and support learners as they make progress toward those objectives. This presents myriad opportunities to engage students in active learning online.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 23, 2020

Connection is a key factor to student success in an online environment. Do your students feel connected to you, the instructor, the learning material, and their peers? Connection in a physical classroom is facilitated by real-time face-to-face interaction several times a week.

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Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Whether online or face-to-face, teachers are always looking for ways to create engaging learning experiences. Integrating presentations in teaching is an accessible way to bring technology to the classroom and make the best digital tools available. For this reason, presentations should remain simple, focused on images and keywords.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 16, 2021

How can you be effective with the new rules required to ensure safety while maximizing the students’ educational journey? Many teachers are turning to homeschool co-ops or tutoring programs as reasonable approaches to pursuing a job they love in a way that allows students to succeed. Is it safe to enter the classroom? Flashcards.

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Catlin Tucker

MAY 25, 2020

As the year comes to a close, I encourage teachers to take a moment and collect feedback from students about their experiences learning online in the last few months. We do not know what fall 2020 will look like–in person, online, or a combination of both. Students are the “customers” in the educational system.

Online Learning 546

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Neo LMS

MARCH 30, 2021

As a teacher, one of the greatest joys is seeing your students’ eyes light up when they learn something new. A good teacher-student rapport positively impacts students’ learning outcomes, motivation, and socio-emotional development. Give feedback to students. Involve students. Always check logistics first.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 30, 2024

As High School students explore post-graduation options, more and more are looking at careers as creators. Dive into the world of photo editing with our comprehensive guide tailored for high school students. These allow students to focus more on creative aspects, such as color enhancement and retouching.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 12, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Montana State Teacher of the Year, Dylan Huisken talks about online distance education learning. He shares how he is connecting with students during the Coronavirus crisis as students and teachers stay home and work to connect for learning in Montana.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 22, 2022

Today, interactive textbooks, digital whiteboards and other tech-focused learning tools are in heavy rotation in K–12 schools, making continuous connectivity in the classroom a must. Wireless LTE and 5G services complement existing fiber…

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Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 20, 2020

I worry that instead of articulating the value of a powerful blend of online and offline learning, teachers are receiving the message that they “must” adopt blended learning to meet the demands of the moment. Leaders must articulate the purpose and value of weaving together online and offline learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 1, 2024

Many people in the United States, particularly students, parents and teachers, join forces on Read Across America Day , annually held on March 2nd to coincide with the birthday of Dr. Seuss. Librivox –free public domain audio books Loyal Books Many Books– Over 33,000 ebooks that can be browsed by language, author, title.

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 12, 2021

Learning is the attribute of students, but it cannot happen without feedback, which is the attribute of teaching. Our students need us to guide them through their learning process and offer them feedback every step of the way. However, as a teacher, I found giving feedback online less straightforward and efficient.

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

At the same time, technology is a vehicle for innovation, effective learning, and student empowerment. It’s the key to ensuring constant access to classes, at any time, from anywhere, and offering students a personalized learning experience. Teachers can leverage repetition to ensure students recall and retain information.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 5, 2024

As a result, students–and the sub–barely missed him. Their solution: Have teachers deliver content from their homes to student homes via a virtual set-up. Here are some ideas: I teach online classes so my transition is well-established by now. use a hot spot connected to your phone.

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Catlin Tucker

JUNE 21, 2020

Many are unsure if they will be returning to school on a traditional schedule, a blended learning schedule, or completely online. Teachers are questioning how the instructional strategies they have used in the past will work if students are coming to school on a modified schedule or if they are learning online.

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

In my work helping teachers to shift from whole group, teacher-led lessons to differentiated small group student-centered learning experiences, I am asked questions that seem grounded in the belief that students cannot learn without the teacher. Students are watching, listening, and taking notes. What Is Meaning-Making?

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Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

“I wish I could just focus on one group of students at a time.” Many of the teachers in my life who are teaching two groups of students simultaneously–one group in the classroom and one group online–are exhausted, frustrated, and not feeling particularly effective. Then we design a welcome task.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 15, 2023

Teachers can leverage the power of thinking routines developed by Project Zero at Harvard’s Graduate School of Education to help students develop their metacognitive muscles. The “connect, extend, challenge” routine fosters deep reflection and comprehension. Next, students progress to the stage of “extend.”

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Catlin Tucker

JULY 19, 2020

Most of the teachers I know, including my husband and most of my friends, are not sure whether they will be returning to school on a hybrid schedule or teaching entirely online. That is making it a challenge to prepare for the new school year. Module 1: Teaching Presence–Designing Your Blended/Online Course.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Teachers all over the country are being asked to teach “concurrent classrooms” in which some students attend class in person and others attend virtually. The teacher in a concurrent classroom attempts to meet the needs of the students in class and online simultaneously. 1 Station Rotation Model.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 4, 2020

Teachers are scrambling to move their offline courses online to ensure that students continue learning for the remainder of the school year. Understandably, the focus is on online learning as that is a new and unfamiliar learning landscape for a lot of educators. ChoiceBoardLearnOffline. ChoiceBoardLearnOffline.

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Blended Learning Learning Video Course 546

Neo LMS

DECEMBER 17, 2019

We keep ourselves quite busy with our daily work, creating lesson plans, interacting with students, taking care of the daily tasks and responsibilities, and preparing for each day, that finding extra time to connect with other educators sometimes does not happen. How can we make time to connect?

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A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 3, 2023

The arrangement of desks, the presence of collaborative spaces, and the infusion of technology all contribute to the atmosphere that shapes a student's educational experience. According to a study by Tanner and Lackney (2006), the design of physical spaces significantly influences student engagement and academic performance.

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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. I overwhelmed and bored my students with way too much information instead of focusing on getting to know them. The results were incredible!

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Teachers juggling the concurrent classroom with some students physically attending class and others joining remotely via video conferencing are trying to balance the demands of teaching in two learning landscapes simultaneously. That way, students can dedicate their cognitive resources to other activities or tasks.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 16, 2020

A student check-in in a physical classroom takes place daily usually before the student walks in the door or at the beginning of the period. Students share a greeting and how they are feeling through a handshake, high five, or other method. You can also start a virtual lesson with student check-ins.

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Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 12, 2020

.” I immediately thought about all of the teachers who are preparing to start the school year online and wondering how to structure their online time with students. They may provide whole group instruction, work with small groups, and conference with individual students.

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Neo LMS

MARCH 25, 2021

Willing to do whatever it takes to provide education to their students, teachers have tried to find the best solutions, resources, and materials to ensure they continue to pursue their development and reach their learning goals online. Such a platform allows you to give individual feedback and guidance to students.

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Neo LMS

MARCH 1, 2022

Teachers want their students to be confident in their ability to reach their goals. The concept that best describes this confidence is student self-efficacy. Students with higher levels of self-efficacy are very likely to remain motivated even when faced with difficult situations. 8 strategies to improve student self-efficacy.

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Hapara

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

As K-12 schools increasingly rely on online resources in day-to-day instruction, safety takes on new proportions. A web filter for schools is commonly used to provide this safety for everyone who uses devices connected to the internet. Additionally, we will explore other ways filtering products support the school community.

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