Archive: 2016
Eight Web-Based Tools for Delivering Flipped Lessons
By: Tom Jager. Flipped learning can save teachers time and enhance student outcomes, so here are nine tools that can help teachers see whether flipped learning is right for them.
Academic Technology: Nine Apps for Educators
By: Dixie Somers. Technology can be a huge help in the classroom. These nine apps can help teachers increase student engagement and autonomy.
The Scoop on Deeper Learning and Mathematics: English Language Learner Edition
By. Kelsey Skaggs. Educators continue to search for innovative ways to provide empowering learning environments for English language learners, especially when it comes to math. Here are some visual learning techniques that can help with the challenge.
Three Tips for Stoking the Fires of Overachievers
This year I have a group of really hard working, dedicated students who will rise to the occasion every single time I raise the bar, and I want to keep them excited to learn. Here are three tips to stoke the fires of these students who are already burning brightly.
Personalized PBL and Virtual Reality Bring History To Life
I recently had the opportunity to visit Winton Woods City School District, a New Tech Network school outside of Cincinnati, and witnessed their personalized, project-based learning model firsthand through a student virtual reality project.
Can Relevant Learning Boost Gross National Happiness?
By: Leslie Cook. In striving to make their educational system and curriculum their own, Bhutan has introduced relevant learning through place-based education with an emphasis on boosting community vitality and well-being.
How Can School and Community Leaders Support Deeper Learning?
Young people will be expected to work in the future with a high level of self-direction and initiative, requiring teachers and community leaders to provide them with deeper learning experiences today.
Is Student Learning Directly Impacted By Teacher PD?
By Julie Keane and Tania Tani. Numerous research studies have demonstrated the positive relationship between quality teaching and student learning, but showing evidence that professional development has a direct impact on student achievement is harder to do.
Let’s Talk Math: Two New Resources to Help Promote Mathematical Discourse
The math classroom is often a challenging place for learners, but mathematical discourse can help students reflect on and develop their understanding of math concepts, building their confidence. Here are two new resources to get them started.
Innov8: 2016 Year In Review and 2017 Predictions
It’s that time of year again when we take a moment to reflect on the year coming to a close and apply what we’ve learned to shape a set of predictions. Check out this week’s Top 8 stories around learning innovations helping shape the future of learning.