Five Online Learning Resources for Students and Educators

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Observed annually on September 15, National Online Learning Day began in 2016. The event aims to recognize the many opportunities online learning offers for all individuals. Online learning tools provide each individual the opportunity for individual growth, make learning accessible to all students, and facilitate diversity in learning by ensuring that learning tools are available … read more »


Using Microsoft Tools for Authentic Assessment

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It’s important for 21st-century classroom teachers to consider how to include authentic assessments in their classrooms. Authentic assessments provide a valuable alternative to traditional assessments and allow students to practically and meaningfully demonstrate their knowledge and skills by incorporating real-world contexts and tasks. Authentic assessments emphasize critical thinking, problem solving, and creativity rather than relying … read more »


Using Retrieval Practice to Boost Student Learning

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Retrieval Practice is a learning strategy that involves recalling information as a tool to improve learning and retention. First discussed by Hermann Ebbinghaus in his 1885 book Memory: A Contribution to Experimental Psychology, a more recent book, Retrieval Practice by Kate Jones, explores classroom applications and methods to use retrieval practice to boost student learning. … read more »


Let’s Talk About: Book Lovers Day

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As we approach Book Lovers Day, an occasion to celebrate our shared passion for literature, it’s the perfect time to ignite the love for books in our students. In this digital age, where distractions are aplenty, let’s take this opportunity to unplug and immerse ourselves in the world of literature. Here are five ideas on … read more »


Celebrating the Power of Geekness: Bringing It into the Classroom and Beyond!

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Yesterday was Embrace Your Geekness Day, a special occasion dedicated to celebrating the power of being a geek and embracing our unique identities tied to geekdom. Whether you geek out over superheroes, science fiction, educational technology, or any other niche, it’s a reminder that our passions and interests make us who we are, and they … read more »