A Principal's Reflections

DECEMBER 3, 2011

Using case studies as an interactive learning strategy shifts the emphasis from teacher-centered to more student-centered activities. Case studies promote the following skills that are at the heart of authentic learning: problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration.

Project-Based Learning 272

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TeachThought

JUNE 10, 2024

Definition of Constructivism Constructivism is an educational theory in which learners actively construct their own understanding and knowledge through experiences and reflection on those experiences. It emphasizes the importance of learners’ prior knowledge, social interactions, and contextual learning to build new understanding.

Artifacts 328

Artifacts Project-Based Learning Psychology Interactive Learning 328

TeachThought

AUGUST 1, 2024

Incorporate Fun Learning Activities Interactive Learning: Use games and interactive activities to review material from the previous year. You will see that gamification and using new-age media in education can be powerful tools to ease students back into the classroom.

Interactive Learning 311

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The Hechinger Report

MARCH 10, 2024

As a result, students tend to grow up feeling as if learning is a stressful chore while playing is a reward. Let them play But in recent years, educators have begun to rethink this separation. In partnership with Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative, the nonprofit Remake Learning, where I serve as executive director, is granting $1.5

Education 122

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Moler's Musing

MARCH 8, 2025

Huge improvement, and it reinforced why layered, interactive learning beats simple memorization every time. This forced them to think critically, be selective with word choice, and paraphrase rather than copy directly. At the end of class, we took the Quizizz againthis time, class averages jumped to 82%.

Geography 98

Geography Social Studies Interactive Learning History 98

Edthena

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Vrain is offering teachers tailored, interactive learning experiences that inspire continuous growth and innovation. Vrain is leveraging AI to transform PD: Self-Directed, Gamified Learning. This gamified approach keeps learning engaging and relevant. By weaving AI into their PD framework, St. Heres how St.

Professional Development 52

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Dr. Shannon Doak

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

I have also begun sharing my experiences with other educators so that they too can build skills around this important endeavor. Both have their unique flavors of innovation, but how do they stand up to the real-world educational needs of our students and teachers? Especially for those who have a Plus account.

Education 87

Education Lesson Plan Library Interactive Learning 87

Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

Adult educators are getting more and more excited as they see growing evidence of technology’s potential for improving learning for adults. Community-based organizations, libraries, adult education programs, and community colleges across our Beacons are working together to incorporate technology to support their learners.

Educational Technology 66

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 3, 2010

On a crisp, sunny Saturday morning in October, approximately 400 passionate educators congregated at New Milford High School for the Tri-State Educational Technology Conference (TSETC). What I did hear though from educator after educator was how phenomenal the conference was. The book marks were also a nice touch.

Interactive Learning 156

Interactive Learning Leadership High School Educational Technology 156

Catlin Tucker

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Call to Action: Let’s Reimagine When and Where Writing Happens As educators, when we assign complex writing tasks for students to complete at home, we inadvertently deprive them of the essential support and immediate feedback that are crucial for their development as confident and competent writers.

Psychology 182

Psychology Interactive Learning Critical Thinking Education 182

The Hechinger Report

JUNE 9, 2014

In this second installment, software engineer Ben Slivka finally ships his educational software but finds his real customer base isn’t what he expected. When Ben Slivka decided to create his own interactive learning software in 2006, the online options for students, parents, and teachers were pretty bleak.

Education 70

Education Charter School Private School Interactive Learning 70

ED Surge

MARCH 18, 2024

Educators often find themselves exploring innovative approaches to enhance student learning, and one particularly creative pathway is integrating games and playfulness into the learning environment. It recognizes the importance of enjoyment, curiosity and exploration in facilitating effective learning experiences.

Pedagogy 130

Pedagogy Interactive Learning Teaching Tradition 130

The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 26, 2020

Editor’s note: This story led off this week’s Future of Learning newsletter, which is delivered free to subscribers’ inboxes every other Wednesday with trends and top stories about education innovation. There are already plenty of good strategies and resources educators can draw on. SUBSCRIBE NOW.

High School 141

High School Interactive Learning Social Studies Tradition 141

The Hechinger Report

MAY 9, 2023

Credit: Jackie Mader/The Hechinger Report Tūtū and Me is one of several family-child interaction learning programsin Hawaii that offers support to the state’s large number of non-parental caregivers who provide child care each day. Nobody is born knowing how to be a parent or caregiver, we all have to learn it.”

K-12 145

K-12 Cultures Interactive Learning Elementary School 145

ED Surge

JUNE 2, 2023

Both technologies have made their way into classrooms, leaving educational researchers wondering about their differences and implications for learning. AR can be used in the classroom to create interactive learning experiences that enhance traditional instruction. How does augmented reality engage all students?

Lesson Plan 130

Lesson Plan Artifacts Educational Technology Interactive Learning 130

Digital Promise

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Improve understanding through interactive learning environments, including animations, videos, and simulations of concepts. Technology can help students of all ages: Get personalized support through customized lessons and feedback from teachers based on individual needs.

Historic Sites 114

Historic Sites Museum Library Interactive Learning 114

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 28, 2017

The setting seems highly unlikely for an innovation like blended learning to take root. Yet throughout India, a number of digital initiatives are underway aimed at improving education in areas that lack sufficient trained and experienced teachers. So why is there so much optimism about blended learning as a solution?

Advocacy 72

Advocacy Government Private School Interactive Learning 72

Studies Weekly

OCTOBER 18, 2023

However, as educators, we often face the challenge of limited time and resources when it comes to teaching science. The Studies Weekly Science curriculum provides accessible, standards-aligned science curriculum for educators, regardless of resource constraints. Teaching Science with and without Resources Using Studies Weekly Oct.

Teaching 52

Teaching Museum Interactive Learning Lesson Plan 52

The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 7, 2018

This story about preschool was produced by The Hechinger Report , a nonprofit, independent news organization focused on inequality and innovation in education, in partnership with the USA TODAY NETWORK-FLORIDA and the Naples Daily News. The academy is able to provide smart boards due to funding from the Naples Winter Wine Festival.

K-12 66

K-12 Elementary School Economics Tutoring 66

Digital Promise

JUNE 30, 2016

An analysis of effective technology use for at-risk students found that simply replacing teachers with computer-based instruction typically yields no learning benefits.

Research 49

Research K-12 Interactive Learning History 49

Studies Weekly

JANUARY 10, 2024

Beyond Screens: The Benefits of Paper-Based Learning for Elementary Students Jan. 10, 2024 • Studies Weekly In today’s digital age, technology integration in education helps prepare students for a world of screens. ” Students Learn More Baron’s research also shows that students perform better with print materials.

Artifacts 52

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A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Education has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years, and one of the most significant developments is the concept of "anywhere learning." This innovative approach to personalized education leverages technology to give students the flexibility and freedom to learn at their own pace, in their own space.

Global Perspectives 461

Global Perspectives Tradition Interactive Learning Critical Thinking 461

TeachThought

OCTOBER 27, 2024

The Role of Gamification in Modern Education Gamification is used in many fields and industries. It’s a little different in education. Gamification in education aims to provide a more interactive learning experience for students while providing evidence of their progress through rewards.

Education 282

Education Interactive Learning Research 282

A Principal's Reflections

OCTOBER 4, 2015

They have embraced this digital world as it provides consistent relevance and meaning through an array of interactive experiences. As a result, the job of schools and educators has become exponentially more difficult as a natural disconnect results when students enter their school buildings.

Pedagogy 376

Pedagogy Leadership Cultures Tradition 376