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Implementing Mastery Learning with Educational Technology and the Modern Classrooms Project

By Elena Lira / January 28, 2025

A mastery learning model can be implemented in any level or content area using educational technology and the Modern Classrooms model to create a systematic and sustainable framework for teachers and students. » [Full Article]
TYPE: K-12 BLENDED AND ONLINE LEARNING

Unleashing Asynchronous Learning: Fostering Engagement in the Digital Educational Landscape

By McKenzie Rabenn, Sonja Brandt / December 31, 2024

This article offers a concise exploration of the profound impact of asynchronous learning on modern education. Delving into its core characteristics and benefits, the authors reveal how asynchronous learning offers flexibility, structured guidance, tailored content delivery, and opportunities for learner autonomy. Reflective practices and boundary-breaking interactions are key elements that enhance engagement and understanding. Real-world examples underscore its effectiveness. » [Full Article]
TYPE: HIGHER EDUCATION, K-12 BLENDED AND ONLINE LEARNING

Communication, the Key to K-12 Online Success

By Jean M. Kiekel / November 26, 2024

Any teacher worth their salt knows the importance of communication and its connection to improved learning. In online courses, communication is much more important due to the lack of face-to-face contact between teacher and students, students and students, and students to content. K-12 learners are the least experienced with online learning. For this reason, communication is especially important for K-12 learners so they can create a relationship with their teachers and classmates. » [Full Article]
TYPE: K-12 BLENDED AND ONLINE LEARNING

The Zone of Proximal Flow in K-12 Creative Collaborative eLearning: A synthesis of the zone of proximal development and creative flow

By Niki Lambropoulos / November 20, 2024

Student groups coexist on individual and team levels toward learning symmetry within two zones: the zone of proximal development (ZPD) for new knowledge co-construction and the zone of proximal flow (ZPF), which occurs once a balance between the learner's skill and challenge of the task emerges. Thus, each group functions within the ZPF, especially for K-12 students engaging in social behavior and collaborative learning activities. » [Full Article]
TYPE: DESIGN FOR LEARNING, K-12 BLENDED AND ONLINE LEARNING

Inclusion Rather Than Exclusion: An interview with Simos Retalis on accessibility

By Begum Sacak / November 3, 2022

Learners with disabilities can face certain challenges that require accommodations in educational settings. High-quality educational intervention could tap into these learners' potential by immersing them in multimodal learning opportunities. In this interview, Dr. Simos Retalis discusses the approaches and characteristics of educational technology tools that can help accommodate learners with disabilities. » [Full Article]
TYPE: INTERVIEW, K-12 BLENDED AND ONLINE LEARNING