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Smartphones in the classroom: friend or foe?

Neo LMS

The combination of students and mobile devices in the classroom has long been a debate topic among education professionals. The use of mobile devices during classes is often regarded as an element of distraction for students. Phones can help students engage more in classroom activities. And now, story time!

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An overview of active Learning.

Linways Technologies

Open-ended discussions always keep students engaged. The students can experiment and experience with this active learning strategy. Dividing students into pairs and giving them small rewards will also encourage the students to participate more actively. It will also boost confidence in students.

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Innovative Examples of Community Involvement in Schools

Digital Promise

Group talks with educators, such as “Math Fluency” and “Mindset Matters: A Growth Mindset Seminar,” give adults the opportunity to understand the theory behind what goes on in the classroom and ask questions about what their children are learning. Some events are particularly focused on parents and caregivers.

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Top 10 Digital Tools for the Classroom

Kitaboo on EdTech

Prezi Video enables users to design professional video presentations to be shared in classrooms, conferences, seminars, and the like. GoSoapBox is preferred by teachers managing large classes of 100+ students. Teachers use this platform to create polls and social questions and answers to keep students engaged during and after classes.

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8 Reasons to Create Interactive Textbooks for Engaging K-12 Students

Kitaboo on EdTech

They are more interactive and intuitive, and keep the students engaged in the learning process. You might have experienced this yourself; our concentration tends to waver if the content we are viewing is not engaging enough. Be it an online video or a live seminar. A delay in page load can ruin the overall experience.

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The Top 50 Best Books for Teachers – Professional Development

Fractus Learning

Digital leadership is a strategic mindset and set of behaviors that leverages resources to create a meaningful, transparent, and engaging school culture. Teach Like a Pirate: Increase Student Engagement, Boost Your Creativity, and Transform Your Life as an Educator – Dave Burgess.