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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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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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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Catlin Tucker

APRIL 3, 2024

Standards-aligned: These choice boards are designed to meet specific educational standards and learning objectives. They ensure students engage with content that aligns with the subject area and grade-level standards. Review and practice: These boards reinforce previously learned vocabulary, concepts, and skills.

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The Cornerstone for Teachers

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

This week on the Truth for Teachers podcast: Dr. Catlin Tucker , a blended learning coach and teacher of 16 years, shares her expertise about tackling the different aspects of blended teaching including engagement, group work, and assessment in a virtual classroom or hybrid setting. CATLIN: It is so hard.

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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. The majority of teachers I have spoken with did not enjoy their initial experiences with distance learning. Sort It Out. 5 minutes).

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 24, 2020

Here are a few that I have been sharing with districts and schools where I have served as a coach throughout the year: Modeling through written explanations : Even though efforts should be made to avoid piling on new content, learning can only progress if new material is presented. Think of this as direct instruction on paper.

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A Principal's Reflections

MARCH 1, 2020

In many cases, every classroom is outfitted, as well as conference rooms and professional learning spaces. Many of the devices even come with excellent software packages that can be used to increase student engagement. Just having one student use it during large group while the others watch just doesn’t cut it in my opinion.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 1, 2021

I’ve taught in person, online, and in blended learning environments. Teachers learn so much from listening to their students engaging in conversation or observing them as they work through a problem or task. Teachers can use a variety of strategies to assess prior knowledge in class or online.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Classroom technology is more than a nice amenity–it’s critical for student learning and engagement. “Really, the key in our classrooms today is student engagement,” says Jairo Casco, principal of Hogg New Tech Center in Dallas ISD.

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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.

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A Principal's Reflections

MAY 10, 2020

Through all this adversity, educators have risen to the occasion and have begun the tedious process of redefining education and what real learning really should be. That is how we must look at the present situation. Student engagement, learning, and outcomes : How will learning change in ways that better meet the needs of all learners?

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Catlin Tucker

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

These mini-lessons consume more time than intended because a few students struggle to understand the concept or process being presented and need further instruction or explanation. To ensure all students understand the material before moving on, the teacher re-explains a concept or demonstrates another model.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

When I work with schools that have already adopted the UDL framework, they immediately recognize how blended learning can help teachers to implement many of the principles of UDL more effectively. I believe that blended learning models can make putting UDL into practice more manageable. Engagement. Self-Regulation.

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Shake Up Learning

AUGUST 9, 2022

Plus, get a FREE Blended Learning with Google toolkit loaded with strategies and ideas for the classroom. “Google has partnered with the educators at Pear Deck to create custom, interactive presentations and vocabulary flashcards to accompany the Be Internet Awesome curriculum. © Shake Up Learning 2022.

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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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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Interactive simulations and virtual field trips bring students face-to-face with historical landmarks, famous works of art, and locations that are not accessible to the general public. These K-12 technology trends help enhance students’ engagement and conceptual understanding.

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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). For more on blended learning, check out my first book Blended Learning in Grades 4-12.

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Neo LMS

AUGUST 13, 2019

When teachers incorporate additional edtech such as gaming, online learning platforms, and other e-learning tools, they can transform their classrooms and learning plans while keeping students engaged and interested in learning.

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Catlin Tucker

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

So, three years ago I began flipping my Back-to-School Night presentation in the hopes of reaching more of my parents. I explain why I believe it’s important to place students at the center of learning in the classroom and how I use blended learning strategies and technology to create a student-centered learning experience.

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Shake Up Learning

MAY 25, 2021

In this episode, Kasey chats with Jen Giffen, a teacher-librarian and new Shake Up Learning trainer. Jen shares ideas that will help teachers go BEYOND traditional assessments like reports, essays, presentations, and cookie-cutter assignments. Going beyond traditional, static assignments is what Dynamic Learning is all about!

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

But looking at 2024, here are some current trends in education: Technology Integration: Continued integration of technology into classrooms, with a focus on online learning, educational apps, and interactive tools. Social-Emotional Learning (SEL): Increased emphasis on social-emotional learning to support students’ well-being.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2021

We can apply strategies to help us think more deeply about what we are reading. Their approach contrasts with classic reading comprehension questions, which students typically respond to after completing a reading assignment. I was immediately struck by the simplicity and power of this strategy.

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Hapara

MAY 19, 2022

First, start planning with what you ultimately want your students to know. Then, create a sequence of activities, assignments, problems, projects, presentations, etc., After identifying the learning objectives and essential questions for your lesson, you will want to decide how you will present information to the class.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 5, 2019

Although a wealth of research suggests that active learning increases student engagement and improves academic outcomes, many college campuses struggle to get faculty to shift away from traditional, sage-on-a-stage style teaching practices. One of IU’s early redesign efforts saw it transform an old indoor swimming pool.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Personalized learning takes center stage, tailoring educational content to individual student needs and learning styles. Smart K-12 platforms use algorithms to analyze student performance and provide real-time feedback, allowing educators to tailor their teaching strategies and interventions accordingly.

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Hapara

MAY 20, 2022

Deeper learning engages learners in diverse ways and can consist of many modalities, including inquiry-based lessons, blended learning techniques, student choice, personalized learning and collaborative activities. Have students compose an argumentative, informative essay or a narrative using Google Docs.

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Edsurge

MAY 17, 2022

After building the lesson, you can present in teacher mode, and students will only see what you are teaching. I'm a tech person by nature; I love techy type stuff. I'm always experimenting and finding different edtech tools. Oh my goodness, if you are in a classroom, you must use Deck.Toys! You have a teacher mode and a play mode.

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Edsurge

APRIL 3, 2017

The control group did not receive any game time and simply learned with standard instructional methods. Student Engagement. The students’ reactions to game play were remarkably consistent across classrooms and teachers. In my two classes, students presented skits based on what they had learned about the election of 1824.

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edWeb.net

AUGUST 27, 2020

In a recent edLeader Panel , sponsored by Beable, educators and entrepreneurs—committed to developing students’ academic and lifelong skills—shared strategies and tools designed to propel student engagement, strengthen academic proficiency, and build young people’s capacity for gainful employment and financial well-being.

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Shake Up Learning

JUNE 2, 2020

As we approach the summer months and plan for the fall semester, and whatever the new normal is, I wanted to take some time to share my own online teaching strategies. We have to think differently about our assignments, engagement strategies, and support. This is usually online or in a blended learning environment.

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Shake Up Learning

JULY 5, 2022

In this episode, Kasey interviews Mike Marotta, co-author of Inclusive Learning 365. Together they discuss how inclusive learning is meeting the needs of all learners. Mike shares tips and strategies to help teachers shake up inclusive learning in their classrooms. Fighting Exclusion: Shake Up Inclusive Learning.

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Edsurge

MAY 8, 2017

I provided students with a superhero’s historical financials and challenged them to figure out a way to redirect more cash towards their characters’ “superhero needs.” Mom, this is the project I want to show you,” said one student. Kiddom's student experience. Three student-centered strategies.

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edWeb.net

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Video technology has encouraged educators to expand their roles in greater authentic, communicative and collaborative learning. The possibilities are inspiring and include: Building student engagement through “real-world,” video-based projects. About the Presenters. Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast.

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edWeb.net

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Avoid the Unraveling: Strategies for Staying Centered. Putting in place the following strategies can transform teachers’ abilities to navigate complexity and chaos. Collective efficacy – Teachers and school leaders, said Bullock, are best positioned to engage in systems change at the school level. About the Presenters.

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edWeb.net

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

But for all methods, safety should be the first priority along with helping students engage in the scientific process and relate the lessons to the real world. Again, what’s important is that students focus on looking deeper at the data and not worry about regurgitating facts. About the Presenters. Mike Marvel, Ph.D.

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Catlin Tucker

MARCH 28, 2021

We can apply strategies to help us think more deeply about what we are reading. Their approach contrasts with classic reading comprehension questions, which students typically respond to after completing a reading assignment. I was immediately struck by the simplicity and power of this strategy.

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