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Differentiating Instruction in Kindergarten and Elementary Grades with Laura Robb

The CoolCatTeacher

This is an extended, 38-minute episode that covers everything about differentiating instruction with reading and is designed to be a complete overview to help every teacher working with young or struggling readers. This episode also includes a transcript on differentiating instruction. eSpark is free forever for teachers.

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Using The Station Rotation Model in Math

Catlin Tucker

To ensure all students understand the material before moving on, the teacher re-explains a concept or demonstrates another model. Shifting From Whole Group to Differentiated Small Group Instruction The primary advantage of the station rotation model in math lies in its structure, which offers teachers dedicated time with small groups.

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3 Reasons Teachers Should Use the Playlist Model

Catlin Tucker

Reason #1: Give Students Control Over Their Pacing Students acquire and process information at varying rates, which naturally leads to a need for different amounts of time to complete academic tasks effectively. Despite this reality, most learning is teacher-paced, not student-paced.

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Friday 5: Teaching strategies for classroom success

eSchool News

Various types of learning strategies are needed to boost student engagement and bring it to its highest levels. According to the Van Andel Institute for Education, every teacher hopes to ignite, empower, and engage the students who walk through their classroom door. However, implementing this is easier said than done.

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What are the Tools of Teaching in the Classroom?

eSchool News

Teaching tools and techniques in the K-12 classroom encompass a diverse array of resources and methodologies essential for effective instruction and student engagement. These tangible resources allow educators to present information visually, engage students in hands-on activities, and reinforce key concepts.

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Blended Learning: Designing with Balance in Mind

Catlin Tucker

So, students should do the heavy cognitive lift of making meaning and applying their learning. That belief has informed the way I define blended learning. ” This definition is grounded in a constructivist perspective that positions the student at the center of learning.

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What are Some Examples of Teaching Techniques?

eSchool News

One such technique is active learning, where students participate actively in the learning process through discussions, problem-solving tasks, and hands-on activities. This approach fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and retention of information by involving students in the exploration and application of concepts.