Blended Learning, Critical Thinking and Teaching

Balance the Delivery

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 12, 2022

Even during the past school year, many educators who previously used the blended learning approach decided to reduce the amount of virtual learning. In each content area, there are many opportunities to facilitate learning without technology and, more importantly, build on social interaction skills. .

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How to Blend Learning with Play for a Kid-friendly Summer

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 26, 2018

Here are two gamified options that can be tweaked to address any topic: Digital Breakouts — Players of all ages use teamwork and critical thinking to solve a series of challenging puzzles that ultimately enable them to achieve a goal. ProdigyGame — game-based approach to teaching hundreds of math concepts for grades 1-8.

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A Very Useful Guide to Virtual Classroom Collaboration

Cool Cat Teacher

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

” We'll uncover practical, engaging strategies for integrating the four Cs — Critical Thinking, Creativity, Collaboration, and Communication — into your teaching. Click Here to Learn More This week's guest Nationally recognized educator and author with 16 years of experience as an educator.

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How can Teachers Increase Social Learning While Teaching Online?

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 13, 2018

It’s becoming more common to take online classes or blend traditional with online learning. Adding games to the online learning environment ensures the following: Play with learners located anywhere in the world. Developing critical thinking. Why Flipped and Blended Learning are Making Waves in education.

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Using a Student-Centered Approach to Promote Computational Thinking

ED Surge

MARCH 13, 2023

How can teachers engage students to learn problem-solving skills across the curriculum? One program has set out to teach computational thinking (CT) and coding skills in a problem-centered approach, fostering a student-driven learning design. This curriculum has changed my teaching mindset.

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Better Science: 5 Excellent Ways to Examine Authentic Artifacts from the Natural History Museum of Utah

Cool Cat Teacher

MAY 16, 2023

Promoting Critical Thinking with Authentic Artifacts When you sign up for your free teacher account, you will receive a special code allowing your students to access the investigations without creating their own accounts. How we can learn from the fossil record. And, there is more! This is such a valuable resource for teachers!

Science

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eSpark: The FREE Differentiation Tool for Elementary Reading and Math

Cool Cat Teacher

AUGUST 23, 2022

Do you spend lots of time looking for fun, engaging activities to teach your students? See the 7 Key Elements of eSpark’s Theory of Learning to read more about the research and methods used to reach every student in an adapted, unique way. Critical Thinking Challenges. Do you find it hard to differentiate?

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College Credit Classes in Remote Teaching/Blended Learning

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MARCH 22, 2021

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Exhibit a positive attitude toward technology that supports learning. Exhibit leadership in teaching and living as a digital citizen. Teach Writing with Tech. INTASC 1, 7.

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Embracing Flexibility: Enhancing Robotics and Computer Science Classes

CoderZ

JULY 10, 2023

Breaking the Boundaries of Time and Space Transcending traditional limitations, you can create a dynamic learning environment that allows students to access robotics and computer science lessons anytime, anywhere. By leveraging collaborative tools, you can promote teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

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College Credit Classes in Remote Teaching/Blended Learning

Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 11, 2021

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Exhibit a positive attitude toward technology that supports learning. Exhibit leadership in teaching and living as a digital citizen. Teach Writing with Tech. INTASC 1, 7.

Blended Learning

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How to Create Apps in the Classroom and Inspire Design Thinking

Cool Cat Teacher

MARCH 12, 2024

We discuss the transformative role of app-building, collaborative learning, design thinking, and the importance of authentic learning experiences. Alefiya shares how app building can enhance STEM education and how it also teaches essential skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and passion-based learning.

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30: One Tired Teacher: Every Classroom Needs a Makerspace

Trina Deboree Teaching and Learning

JUNE 6, 2019

Join me today to hear how classrooms can utilize engagement, critical thinking, discovery, and more with a makerspace. So this is when you might be thinking “What is a Makerspace?” I use my tutoring platform to teach as much as possible on this subject so that students and parents can decide if college really is the answer.

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From Passive to Empowered: PBL with Magnify Learning

Ellipsis Education

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

I switched careers from engineering to teaching to help learners experience the success I had at UPS. I found out very quickly that a traditional teaching model did not empower learners to be problem solvers. I founded Magnify Learning to continue this work and spread it across the country. PBL worked! It’s our secret sauce!

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College Credit Classes in Blended Learning

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MARCH 6, 2020

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. The 21 st Century lesson blends technology with teaching to build a collaborative, differentiated, and shared learning environment. INTASC 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10. INTASC 1, 7.

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College Credit Classes in Blended Learning

Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Exhibit a positive attitude toward technology that supports learning. Exhibit leadership in teaching and living as a digital citizen. Teach Writing with Tech. INTASC 1, 7.

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College Credit Classes in Blended Learning

Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Here are the ones I’m currently offering: Teach Writing with Tech. Appraise technology to support teaching and achieve Common Core Standards. Everything is online. INTASC 1, 7.

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College Credit Classes in Blended Learning

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 23, 2018

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four college-credit classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Exhibit a positive attitude toward technology that supports learning. Exhibit leadership in teaching and living as a digital citizen. Teach Writing with Tech. INTASC 1, 7.

Blended Learning

Blended Learning Learning Construction Research

College Credit Classes in Blended Learning

Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 5, 2018

Through the Midwest Teachers Institute , I offer four grad school classes that teach how to blend technology with traditional lesson plans. Exhibit a positive attitude toward technology that supports learning. Exhibit leadership in teaching and living as a digital citizen. Appraise technology to support teaching.

Blended Learning

Blended Learning Learning Construction Research

Awards announced for the STEAM STEM career competition – Future App Game Designer Challenge 2014 – Lighting Strikes Twice – El Rancho Charter School Students Get Top Honors in Middle School Games.

CTE Learning

JUNE 3, 2014

Troy Coffey (teacher) learned about the wins in a call with Steve Waddell, the founder of I Support Learning, Inc (the creator of the competition). Middle and High school students created a wide array of engaging games to teach students a variety of topics. Games that teach. 2014 saw competitors from all over the US.

Schooling

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New Podcast: Project-based Learning with A.I. and Improving Friendships

Cool Cat Teacher

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

From exploring the duality of human nature through literature (and a super amazing way to teach Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde) to teaching friendship skills in a digital age, Or-Tal's projects offer a fresh perspective on education. And what we wanted to do is use a different approach to teaching various topics.

Artificial Intelligence

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Key Digital Skills for 21st Century Teachers

Educators Technology

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

The sudden disruption caused by the pandemic and the ensuing school closures, everything e-migrated to the cloud forcing a new mode of teaching and learning and creating a new normal in teaching. They can be used in flipped classrooms or in blended learning environments. Better be prepared than sorry.

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Balance the Delivery

How to Blend Learning with Play for a Kid-friendly Summer

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A Very Useful Guide to Virtual Classroom Collaboration

How can Teachers Increase Social Learning While Teaching Online?

Using a Student-Centered Approach to Promote Computational Thinking

Better Science: 5 Excellent Ways to Examine Authentic Artifacts from the Natural History Museum of Utah

eSpark: The FREE Differentiation Tool for Elementary Reading and Math

College Credit Classes in Remote Teaching/Blended Learning

Embracing Flexibility: Enhancing Robotics and Computer Science Classes

College Credit Classes in Remote Teaching/Blended Learning

How to Create Apps in the Classroom and Inspire Design Thinking

30: One Tired Teacher: Every Classroom Needs a Makerspace

From Passive to Empowered: PBL with Magnify Learning

College Credit Classes in Blended Learning

College Credit Classes in Blended Learning

College Credit Classes in Blended Learning

College Credit Classes in Blended Learning

College Credit Classes in Blended Learning

Awards announced for the STEAM STEM career competition – Future App Game Designer Challenge 2014 – Lighting Strikes Twice – El Rancho Charter School Students Get Top Honors in Middle School Games.

New Podcast: Project-based Learning with A.I. and Improving Friendships

Key Digital Skills for 21st Century Teachers

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