One of the greatest challenges that teachers face is the ability to personalize learning for each student. With only one teacher and often more than 30 students, teachers have trouble finding the right pace. What may be too fast for some students is too slow for...
Exploring Webb's Depth of Knowledge
In order to more accurately analyze the types of questions offered in standardized assessments, Norman L. Webb developed a system called Depth of Knowledge. Rather than categorize questions by difficulty, this system categorizes them by complexity. In other words,...
The Science of Learning
A lot of research has been done into the science of how we learn, but how does it relate to online, game-based learning? Brain-based research emphasizes the fact that engagement must be the goal of all educators. When students are not engaged, their minds wander and...
Blending Learning Environments Help Engage Different Types of Learners in the Classroom
Lately, we’ve been giving blended learning classrooms a lot of attention because of the benefits they provide for students. One of these benefits is how digital learning can incorporate different styles of learning, but just what are these different types and how can...