Spread the loveLearning science, how we learn, and how we apply the knowledge of how we learn, is a relatively new field of study. It draws from various disciplines including cognitive neuroscience, learning analytics, data science, behavioral economics, and educational psychology to create education solutions that work for educators and learners. In a recent webinar on edWeb, Paul W. Ownby, senior product manager at Learning.com, went into detail on what is needed for learning to take place and how digital instruction can be leveraged to enhance learning. Ownby explains that real learning occurs when the thinking, sensing, and feeling systems […]

Spread the loveDecoding is an essential skill for emerging readers as it allows them to unlock the meaning behind written words. By understanding and applying effective decoding strategies and engaging in related activities, young readers can improve their reading comprehension and fluency. In this article, we will explore 15 proven decoding strategies and activities that can help emerging readers develop their proficiency in reading. 1. Phonics-based Approach: Teach students letter-sound correspondences and help them decode words by blending individual sounds together. 2. Sight Words: Introduce high-frequency words that cannot be easily decoded using phonics rules. Practice recognition and recall of […]

Spread the loveIf you are a classroom teacher, then you know that there is something about videos that engages students in a way that print or audio can not. In this article we will discuss how you can use Google Classroom and videos to boost your students academic achievement. Closed Captioning – Create screencast videos and embed into Google Slides. The Slides closed caption feature works by accessing the microphone to turn your voice into text. Curate Video and Images During a Presentation – Students or teachers can curate important videos and images from a Classroom presentation using Docs, Slides, […]