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Science-backed scalable tools improve student mental health

eSchool News

These screening tools, often referred to as universal mental health screeners, are not in the purview of most school administrators; however, when they become aware of these types of tools, most express strong interest in their own school using one (Wood & McDaniel, 2020).

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Best Digital Portfolio Tools for Students

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

Digital portfolios, e-portfolios, or online portfolios stand as a cornerstone in the intersection of teaching, learning, and assessment. Self-Assessment and Development : Portfolios serve as tools for self-reflection and personal growth. Digital Portfolio Tools Numerous web tools are available for creating digital portfolios.

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4 ways to use ChatGPT in your STEM classroom

eSchool News

Using Desmos was seen as being particularly egregious, as educators feared that students may have access to the internet and may surf the web while they should be learning or during summative assessments.

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How to Improve Checks for Understanding

A Principal's Reflections

In fact, checking for understanding is part of a formative assessment system in which teachers identify learning goals, provide students feedback, and then plan instruction based on students' errors and misconceptions. Hattie and Timperley (2007) identified these phases as feed-up, feedback, and feed-forward.

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 8 Strategies for increasing student self-efficacy in online education

Neo LMS

Read more: Methods and tools to develop future-ready skills. Back in 2007, a study found out that there is a positive relationship between student satisfaction and internet self-efficacy. Once they understand basic concepts, you can use in-class time to engage students and assess their understanding.

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Rebuilding a School Community with Maker Learning

Digital Promise

Beginning in 2007, the district’s financial situation and declining enrollment were impeding its ability to equitably serve the student population. Just down the hall, another group of students are showcasing their self-portraits created using wood-burning tools and slabs of wood. professional learning and new learning experiences.

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14 Effective Self-Directed Learning Strategies

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

It’s essential for self-directed learners to regularly assess their understanding and skills, think about their thinking (meta, right?), This technique pairs really well with edtech tools that allow you to organize information into folders, tags, or sequences, like note-taking apps. Mnemonics are another tool in the same vein.

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