Catlin Tucker

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

While coaching teachers this month, several expressed a desire to include review and practice activities in their station rotation lessons to help students prepare for end-of-the-semester assessments. Helping students review for an exam often takes the form of a study guide or review game.

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Blended Learning Groups Study Assessment 520

Catlin Tucker

APRIL 10, 2023

A single review game or study guide does not provide “spacing” or repeated exposure to vocabulary, concepts, or skills. The person generating a review game, practice problems, or study guide does the critical thinking. Spacing Spacing refers to the practice of spreading out study sessions over time.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 11, 2020

She led the design of ELA, social studies, and SEL curricula to support learners of all abilities. As the former primary and middle school assistant principal of an international school, she cultivated a staff of educators from around the world. She received her M.Ed. in Secondary Education from Ball State University.

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Online Learning Learning Elementary Course 545

Dangerously Irrelevant

MARCH 2, 2022

Hechinger Report just published an article on how having teachers study student data doesn’t actually result in better student learning outcomes. We implement benchmarking assessments and professional learning communities (PLCs). We’re not closing gaps with other countries on international assessments. Good grief. Related Posts.

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Assessment Outcomes Data Study 355

Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

Engagement Active involvement in learning that is relevant, valuable, and interesting Representation Access to multiple ways to experience or receive information Action and Expression Set goals, monitor and track progress toward goals, engage in metacognitive skill-building through self-assessment and demonstrate knowledge in a variety of ways.

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Blended Learning UDL Learning Assessment 545

Catlin Tucker

AUGUST 16, 2021

Teachers are freed from orchestrating a lesson and able to conference with learners about their progress, provide feedback on work in progress, or conduct side-by-side assessments. A review and practice board is an alternative to a traditional study guide. Students have more control over the pace at which they navigate the tasks.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 28, 2022

It helps them find a balance between frontal lessons and individual study, interaction and reflection, formal evaluation and self-assessment. . They don’t only help educators teach and assess students. With an LMS, teachers can design classes, resources, and assessments according to their students’ capabilities.

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Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 3, 2019

As the fall semester comes to a close, many teachers are thinking about final exams or end of the semester summative assessments. chapter in the textbook, unit of study, collection of vocabulary words). Test mode: Students log in to complete an assessment without the fun, informal game-style features.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 1, 2021

We would venture out on routine quests to either observe or collect specimens for further study. Each level has numerous question stems that can assist teachers in developing checks for understanding, performance tasks, projects, and assessments. Each expedition was driven by both observations and questions.

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A Principal's Reflections

AUGUST 8, 2021

Below is a quick summary of the RTI components: Tier 1 – Teacher provides research-based instruction to the entire class using extensive checks for understanding as a means of formative assessment. Benchmark assessments are provided at routine intervals to collect data for further screening. Behavior screenings are implemented as well.

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A Principal's Reflections

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

An array of strategies can be used, such as problem and project-based learning, performance tasks, personalization, independent open courseware studies, internships, and capstone experiences. Ultimately, they will be better equipped to deal with disruptive forces that are sure to materialize.

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Strategy Assessment Study Classroom 522

A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Incorporating real-world examples, purposeful play, case studies, and interactive activities highlighting the relationships between concepts can make learning more engaging and relevant for students. Assessments can include tasks that require students to demonstrate their ability to identify and articulate relationships between concepts.

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Case Study Learning Assessment Strategy 417

A Principal's Reflections

MAY 30, 2021

A Harvard study suggests it may be important to let students know it. The study shows that, though students felt as if they learned more through traditional lectures, they actually learned more when taking part in classrooms that employed so-called active-learning strategies by scoring higher on tests.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 2, 2022

Jeff Hyman shared the following in a Forbes article: A number of research studies have concluded that humble leaders listen more effectively, inspire great teamwork and focus everyone (including themselves) on organizational goals better than leaders who don’t score high on humility. What doesn’t show up in routine searches is humility.

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Survey Software Assessment Strategy 535

Catlin Tucker

MARCH 25, 2024

I’ve even constructed entire units of study in a playlist to allow students to move through it at a pace that works for them. As students work through the playlist, teachers can gather formative assessment data to identify those who might benefit most from one-on-one attention.

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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 15, 2024

Differentiated Learning Needs: In a class with diverse skill levels, a teacher uses assessment data to identify critical areas where individual students need extra support. Preparation for an Assessment: To prepare for upcoming tests or assessments, must-do stations provide practice and support in areas where data shows students struggle.

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Assessment Data Blended Learning Strategy 342

Catlin Tucker

MAY 9, 2019

In a coaching session last month, I had a teacher ask me how to create a final exam that complements a standards-based approach to assessing students. They know what to focus on as they study. If teachers are only assessing a handful of skills for each student, we can limit the time it takes for kids to complete their final exam.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 16, 2023

Click for a free teacher account Each lesson plan includes standards, a downloadable 'research assistant' guide for students, assessments, and more. For this reason, I recommend digging into the “ Artifact Investigation ” and specifically the study of early ceramics and how they impacted the lives of those who used them.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

But other researchers question whether AI bots should stand in for researchers in the deeply human task of assessing the opinions and feelings of people. A paper on their study points out, however, that “the AI-led interviews never match the best human experts.”

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 29, 2020

In this session, we’ll share where we are now, emotional trauma and learning, how effective distance learning compares to face to face learning, how to take your class online, accessibility and equity, assessment, and project-based learning. She received her M.Ed. in Secondary Education from Ball State University.

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Online Learning Learning Elementary Course 494

EdTech4Beginners

JANUARY 24, 2021

Yet, to make the most of online learning, you need to check the features that a platform has to offer and decide whether it provides a supportive environment for your studies. It helps to assess the effectiveness of course materials and teaching methods. Effective Assessment. User-Friendly Interface.

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 31, 2021

In fact, several studies contradict this belief. None of the pathways above are meant to replace summative assessments, but using varied formative means caters to a learner's preference by giving them the best opportunity to show what they have learned. It is clear that people have a strong sense of their own learning preferences (e.g.,

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Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

For example, if you’re an administrator, you can run a report that includes all the students in your institution, their names, year of study, the classes they attend, their enrolment date, and more. . Assessment reports . After students complete an assessment, you simply access the LMS to run a report and see how they performed. .

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LMS Report Data Assessment 393

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 31, 2022

Today’s guest researcher, Dr. Michael Rousell, studies the neuroscience of surprise and has some interesting points for educators and presenters. As an academic, I study formative moments, those events that instantly change what you believe about yourself. So I actually studied hypnosis and did a lot of hypnosis for about 20 years.

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Learning Collaborative Learning Study Twitter 473

Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Math scores for 9- and 13-year-old students on the “Nation’s Report Card” declined sharply from 2012 to 2020, and reading scores remained largely flat, according to the National Assessment of Educational Progress Long-Term Trend study released today… Read more… Ask a Tech Teacher has several articles in December that discuss (..)

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 16, 2023

Simple Steps for Research Paper Writing and the Importance of Samples Research papers are academic writings that offer rigorous analysis, evaluation, assessment, and interpretation of a specific topic. The primary purpose of encouraging students to jot down a research paper is to assess their writing and research skills.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 3, 2024

It’s always perfect for formative assessments, making learning fun and interactive, and boasts these features: Customizable tests and quizzes Real-time feedback Fun, competitive learning environment all the time Canva One app that could help people with graphic design is Canva.

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Each project is meticulously designed to foster critical thinking and comes with a downloadable ‘research assistant' guide, assessments, and even digital options for Google Classrooms and other Learning Management Systems (LMS). 5 Ways to Integrate ResearchQuest into Your Classroom Now 1.

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Neo LMS

JULY 22, 2021

Finland offers free of charge vocational education for all students and even state grants to help them finish their studies. . Afterward, learners get a badge and points that give them a sense of accomplishment that motivates them to learn more and be curious about their studies. . Offering different types of assessments.

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EdTech Magazine

JULY 10, 2019

In supplemental education, it is common practice to conduct comprehensive testing to assess new students upon intake and design a personalized plan using that information. . Schools across the nation already do annual assessments through standardized testing. Offer Personalized Incentives for Students to Help Them Learn.

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Catlin Tucker

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Begin class with a review activity, writing prompt, feedback form, quick quiz, or formative assessment. As groups work collaboratively on the “groups do” task, the teacher can collect formative assessment data by listening and observing. Welcome Task or Bell Ringer.

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Classroom Blended Learning Groups Strategy 546

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 29, 2024

1: Try Creating a Calendar Avoid being taken off guard by a crucial assignment due in 48 hours (about 2 days) or a family dinner coinciding with your scheduled group study session. If you usually begin your day feeling energized, make sure to schedule your study or chores for that time. So, let’s learn more about it.

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Neo LMS

JUNE 18, 2020

Edtech can reduce a school’s administrative burden through various systems and automated processes, and also improve the student learning experience through engaging learning materials, targeted support during the learning process, assessment of mastery and progress tracking. Better assessments. All student data in one place.

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

In an English or social studies class, students may use computers frequently to write papers or compose a response to a writing prompt. I realize many teachers are familiar with this review game, but I use it to collect quick formative assessment data. “It’s too hard for the students.” Another resource I use is Quizizz.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 17, 2022

There are many ways that this can be done, such as creating study groups on Facebook or Twitter, sharing relevant articles and books on these platforms, and posting online practice questions or interactive quizzes that students can complete to test their knowledge. Create digital study guides that can be accessed online.

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A Principal's Reflections

JULY 12, 2020

Check out the International Center for Educational Leadership's ( ICLE ) vast services and Digital Practice Assessment (DPA) process to fill this gap. I am not sure that I would offer the same advice as we now know there is a great deal of work to be done to ensure digital equity for all kids.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 14, 2022

Take a look at what your third grade unit of instruction is that's coming up and identify what are those skills and concepts that students are going to need right now in order to access that and assess based on that. And now I look and I get some formative assessment for myself. That's your study sheet , because that's what it is.

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