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Teach Speaking and Listening Skills with Student Presentations–the video

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Teach Speaking and Listening Skills with Student Presentations This video is from a series I taught for school districts. It is now available for free to Ask a Tech Teacher subscribers: Summary This video discusses using student presentations to enhance speaking and listening skills, aligning with Common Core standards.

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Using Technology to Build a Culture of Authentic Student Engagement

ED Surge

But how do they fuel authentic engagement, using technology as a tool to not only enhance learning but also inspire curiosity and strengthen connections? Recently, EdSurge spoke with Kelly Mitchell, Digital Learning and Teaching Facilitator with Onslow County Schools in North Carolina.

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The 3 Best Strategies For Teachers To Keep Students Engaged

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The 3 Best Strategies For Teachers To Keep Students Engaged Engaging students in the classroom is a key factor in successful teaching and learning. However, keeping students interested and involved in their education can be a big challenge. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years.

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4 Critical Pieces of Every Lesson and How to Gamify Them video

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Keyboarding skills are essential for students in a technology-driven world. Digital citizenship teaches safe online practices for students. Research skills promote inquiry and curiosity in students. Games like Minecraft and Sim City can teach complex subjects effectively.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. It's likely a matter of cognitive science!

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Improving Teacher and Student Engagement Through Creativity

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Recently, I met with two education leaders to discuss how to improve teacher and student engagement through creativity. Building in more creativity comes down to student agency—teaching students to find their voice. Watch the full “Improving Teacher and Student Engagement Through Creativity” webinar on-demand now.

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How to Improve Student Engagement

Cool Cat Teacher

00:19 – 01:26 – Interview with Dr. Jennie Nash from Lego Education Play-Based Learning in Schools Dr. Jennie Nash discusses the importance of hands-on learning and how playful education can transform student outcomes. 15:13 – 17:03 – Compliance vs. Engagement Eric Shannon Jr.