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Differentiating Instruction with Technology: A Framework for Success

The CoolCatTeacher

An edWeb Webinar from the Amazing Resources Community will feature Vicki Davis presenting on April 23, 2015 at 4:00pm EST. This free webinar will include: Tips for making technology use routine and transparent. Strategies for using technology to support curricular goals. Ensuring technology is accessible for the task at hand.

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Ensuring Equity for English Learners (ELs)

Catlin Tucker

Teachers can incorporate instructional strategies that scaffold content, such as visuals, graphic organizers, and word banks, to facilitate comprehension and engagement. Instruction tailored to their language proficiency level acknowledges their diverse language backgrounds and varying levels of English proficiency.

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Troubleshooting the Flipped Classroom: Dealing with Unprepared Students

Catlin Tucker

The flipped classroom was designed to invert the traditional approach to instruction and practice/application. Instead of spending precious class time transferring information live for the whole group in the form of a lecture or mini-lesson, which presents myriad barriers (e.g.,

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Using The Station Rotation Model in Math

Catlin Tucker

First, the mini-lessons are typically slated for 15-20 minutes, yet it is not uncommon for them to balloon into 30+ minute instructional sessions. 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.

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3 Reasons Teachers Should Use the Playlist Model

Catlin Tucker

Research Projects: When students engage in research projects, they need time to gather information, synthesize their findings, and put together presentations or reports to share their findings. The depth and breadth of research can vary greatly among students, benefiting from a flexible timeline.

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10 Strategies to Strengthen Instruction and Learning

A Principal's Reflections

Standards-aligned learning target These frame the lesson from the students' point of view and are presented as “I can” or “I will” statements. Modeling A pedagogical strategy where the teacher or student(s), demonstrates how to complete tasks and activities related to the learning target.

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What are the 6 Learning Strategies for Students?

eSchool News

These strategies empower students to effectively acquire, retain, and apply knowledge, fostering lifelong learning skills essential for personal and professional development. Let’s explore the question: What are the 6 learning strategies for students? What are the 6 types of learning strategies?