Digital Promise

JULY 20, 2020

Indeed, teachers who were more willing to participate in coaching reported spending more time with their coach and receiving a higher degree of support. To initially facilitate voluntary participation, a strong kick-off event at the start of the year, coupled with administrator support, builds initial teacher interest and buy-in.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 4, 2019

Baule points to three areas that schools can focus on to get a better idea of how technology is impacting a school system: Student engagement and motivation: “Student engagement and motivation is, in most cases, the most important thing you are evaluating,” said Baule. by Eli Zimmerman.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

What does it mean to report on education technology from a student lens? Has it evolved with your reporting? You mentioned at an event recently that this book was inspired by a “me-search,” meaning that you were trying to find answers for yourself and your family around positive screen usage. Let's dive into your book.

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Neo LMS

JULY 11, 2019

It helps boost student engagement. Students can use their imagination to create just about anything, but most importantly, they are encouraged to be proactive while creating videos. In History class, they can deliver presentations in which they appear alongside historical figures, or reenact important events.

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The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 17, 2023

This past winter, she attended a precursor event to the camp in Philadelphia, at which students got an introduction to the Sunrise Movement and climate advocacy. The groundwork has been laid by students across the country working in individual schools. “The This month, in Illinois, she’s part of the program’s art team.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 27, 2021

That this was framed as a contrast to the OPM-designed program, and accompanied by plans to invest in faculty incentives to teach online, suggests some of the weaknesses of OPM programs, further emphasized by the Century Foundation’s 2019 report, “ Dear Colleges: Take Control of Your Online Courses.”

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The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 14, 2023

To prepare students for that last chance to take the test, the museum, in partnership with Jackson Public Schools, held a Read to Succeed summer reading camp this June — the eighth time it has held the now-annual event. During the camp, she uses all of her teaching skills to keep the students focused. “I

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Digital Promise

JANUARY 11, 2017

In our new report, Rapid Cycle Pilots: Summer Ed-Tech Programs , we share key findings on how the summer programs were structured, and offer tips for implementing ed-tech over the summer. READ THE REPORT. Recruit Parents and Students Early.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 15, 2023

For example, in a history project on ancient civilizations, you might set an objective for students to analyze the causes and effects of a particular event, like the fall of the Roman Empire. Take the example of a project on “Community and Change,” where students can explore how their community has evolved over time.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Many of the educators at the event said they were attracted by the desire to increase student engagement and to make math more relevant to students’ lives. If you haven’t seen students thinking through the problems, it can be hard to vividly imagine what it might look like in your classroom, Kelly says.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

It sits in the middle as a place for students to practice and engage with each other on a level that is better than just face-to-face on the screen. Euan Bonner Research says students often report being happier, more excited and less bored when using VR because it feels like a game. Recommended resources from Immerse.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 4, 2021

It’s halfway through the academic year, and schools across the United States are still wrestling with how to keep students enthusiastic about learning through a computer screen. According to a recent survey of high school students, more than half ( 54 percent ) reported being less engaged during remote learning than during in-person classes.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 4, 2019

Many of these, educators would love to teach but “just don’t have time for “, even though they align well with broad goals of preparing students for college and career. Cool book reports. Students login – no email required. Students will love gamifying their homework. Updated Book Report.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 19, 2019

They are introduced via themes to spark interest and keep students engaged. which by the way, is fee-based), students start with a placement test to determine their comprehension level and be sure they are challenged by assignments without being frustrated. In W.O.R.D.

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The Hechinger Report

JUNE 7, 2021

Aboard each of the mobile labs are Learning Undefeated instructors, often along with other scientists and educators and interns from AmeriCorps, said Janeé Pelletier, Learning Undefeated’s vice president of communication and events. The Hechinger Report , a nonprofit, independent news organization focused on?inequality Sign up for?

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 29, 2023

In the dynamic world of education, keeping students engaged and attentive is a challenge every educator faces. Classroom Attention Getters Here are some practical attention grabbers/ attention getters to use in your class to keep students engaged and focused: 1. Psychological Reports , 59(2), 395–398. Maroldo, G.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 24, 2019

Because so many educators turn to DonorsChoose to seek out classroom supplies, the organization is able to learn a lot from project requests posted on the site, which it analyzes and publishes in an annual insight report. Part of that effort is improving school and classroom environments for students.

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The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

Credit: Magdalena Slapik for The Hechinger Report. Like many schools across the country, Red Bank High School in Chattanooga, Tennessee, gave students a choice between attending classes in person and receiving exclusively online instruction this fall. Credit: Magdalena Slapik for The Hechinger Report. Credit: Corinne Livingston.

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Minga

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Some teachers report that the first four to eight minutes of class is almost a waste of time. She further recalls instances when students would brazenly challenge authority, asserting, “Fine, send me to Student Services, they’re not going to do anything.” Unfortunately, these student presumptions often rang true.

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Minga

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Some teachers report that the first four to eight minutes of class is almost a waste of time. She further recalls instances when students would brazenly challenge authority, asserting, “Fine, send me to Student Services, they’re not going to do anything.” Unfortunately, these student presumptions often rang true.

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The Learning Revolution Has Begun

JUNE 3, 2014

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The Hechinger Report

JUNE 1, 2020

Building Lives Acquiring Cultural Knowledge), a class we developed collectively in Minneapolis to help us answer questions about who we are and to uphold pillars of student engagement, character development, knowledge of self and identity. The events we are facing today are about a far broader, more systemic problem.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 26, 2021

The events of this past year have highlighted just how important access to reading materials is to ensure equity in education for all students. To help teachers make the most of their free week of myON, Renaissance is making available its latest What Kids Are Reading report, featuring lists of popular titles on the myON platform.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 28, 2023

These strategies, which range from tangible rewards to fostering a competitive yet collaborative classroom atmosphere, are pivotal in enhancing student engagement and motivation, offering a dynamic and effective approach to teaching and learning. Pair Work Explanation : Pair work involves two students collaborating on a task.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 27, 2022

One of the strategies to get students engaged and motivated to learn is to incorporate materials that they love and use in their daily life. An increasing number of our students use social media and especially Facebook to socialize, connect, and (hopefully) learn. Social media is one of them.

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Fractus Learning

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Blooket is a gamified educational tool to optimize student engagement and keep students excited about the topic. The online learning platform allows teachers to host games and homework assignments innovatively that catch students’ attention, inspiring them to learn. All gameplay generates summary reports.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 23, 2021

August 17, 2021) — Social and emotional learning (SEL) will play an important role this school year to help students process the events of the past 18 months and re-focus on learning. Charlotte N.C. To download the 2021 Back-to-School Guide, visit [link] ly/386CniJ. “As

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Without a solid reading foundation, students are more likely to perform poorly or drop out of school. Here, educators share their favorite reading software and offer insight into what makes these specific tools so helpful in supporting students’ reading habits. I am a huge fan. Bridget Guillot, Title I liaison, St.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

The events of this past year have highlighted just how important access to reading materials is to ensure equity in education for all students. To help teachers make the most of their free week of myON, Renaissance is making available its latest What Kids Are Reading report, featuring lists of popular titles on the myON platform.

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Accessibility Differentiated Instruction Assessment Trends 67

The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

First-year students here attend a mandatory career advising program before their classes even start. Photo: Meenakshi Van Zee for The Hechinger Report. About three in 10 worked a paid internship or attended an on-campus recruiting event. Photo: Meenakshi Van Zee for The Hechinger Report. I’m thinking about classes.

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N2Y

JANUARY 24, 2020

Without data, our decisions are driven by opinion and emotions, which can be skewed by a particularly challenging day, misinterpretation of an event or recent good news. Behavior data can help us decide what supports and strategies may best help a student. How to Collect. Joe takes significantly longer than peers to start his work.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

Today’s college students are spending more time than ever in public and campus libraries. According to a recent Pew Research Report , millennials are most likely to have visited a public library in the past year compared to any other generation. In a report that analyzed the state of the maker movement in 40 U.S.

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The Hechinger Report

MAY 23, 2016

Senior associate director for student engagement (Eastern Kentucky University). Student involvement coordinator (North Carolina State University). Senior associate director of student engagement (Columbia University). Manager of employee communication and engagement (Seminole State College).

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eSchool News

JUNE 17, 2019

School and school district websites are increasingly becoming marketing tools for attracting students and setting the tone for all potential incoming students. This highly competitive environment means that school and school district websites need to attract more students, engage with parents, and even recruit high-level staffing.

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Buncee

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Student Engagement and Creation with Tisha Poncio , Middle School Educator. Tisha shared her experience using Buncee with her students. She leads a student group called SWAT , which stands for Students Who Advocate for Technology , and she shared some amazing examples of student work on Buncee.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Educational Conferences and Events: Attend educational conferences and events, both locally and nationally. These events provide exposure to new ideas and foster collaboration. Innovative K-12 education ideas are crucial for creating engaging, effective, and future-ready learning environments.

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The Hechinger Report

JANUARY 6, 2020

He likes the self-paced curriculum that allows students to complete a course in significantly less time than at a traditional school. Photo: Linh Tat for The Hechinger Report. After his second suspension, he enrolled at The Charter School of San Diego, an alternative school serving many students at risk of dropping out.

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