GUEST POST: Reflections on a “Spaced Practice Challenge” with Community College Students
References:(1) Kaminske, A. N. (2019). Can Students Change Their Study Habits? The Learning Scientists. https://www.learningscientists.org/blog/2019/8/1-1?rq=change(2) Balch, W. R. (2001). Study tips: How helpful do introductory psychology students find them? Teaching of Psychology, 28(4), 272-274.(3) Oreopoulus, P., & Petronijevic, U. (2019). The Remarkable Unresponsiveness of College Students to Nudging and What We Can Learn From It.…
Guest Post: Retrieval Practice: How to Encourage Long-Term Retention
While utilizing retrieval practice on its own will enhance student learning, research has shown that there are three considerations that teachers must think about in order to amplify the impact that retrieval practice has on long-term retention: spacing, interleaving, and feedback. SpacingSpacing is described as distributing practice over time and research has shown that this strategy…
GUEST POST: Metacognition in the Classroom: What it Looks Like and How to Foster...
Metacognition allows students to be more expert-like in their thinking and more effective and efficient in their learning.Modeling StrategiesAs educators, you think metacognitively all the time: reflecting on your current understanding, assessing what the burning questions are, and considering how your thinking has changed over the years with new information. Your students need to see…
Tips for Teaching Self-Feeding Skills to Children with Special Needs
Written by Liau Alex Mastering the skill of self-feeding is a significant milestone in a child’s growth, promoting independence and boosting their confidence. However, children with special needs, such as those with sensory processing disorders or motor skill challenges, may encounter unique difficulties in achieving this milestone. This article will explore effective strategies for teaching…
GUEST POST: Interview with a Leader for Behavior Interventions in Trauma-Informed Pedagogy
Marty Huitt is a seasoned educator and visionary leader dedicated to revolutionizing how schools support children struggling with behavioral and academic challenges. For over two decades, Marty has served as the Director of the Behavior Intervention Support Team (BIST) program in Kansas City, Missouri, shaping the landscape of educational intervention and support in more than…
Tips for Transitioning Into the Tech Industry
Making a career transition can be daunting, but it can also be an exciting time! If you’re considering entering the tech industry, we’ve got you covered. In this blog post, tech blogger Austin Chia will discuss 5 tips to help make your transition to tech easier and more successful. Keep reading for advice on networking,…
Guest Post: Interview with a Founder of an Environmental Education Company
Crystal DiMiceli is the founder of Forces for Nature, LLC, an environmental education company that utilizes educational programming and podcast production to teach people how to incorporate sustainability into their everyday lives. Learn more about her offers at www.forcesfornature.com!I help teachers who are looking to incorporate sustainability education into their curriculum by providing programming designed to…
GUEST POST: The Benefits and Risks of ChatGPT for Education
References:(1) Council of the European Union, Analysis and Research Team. ChatGPT in the Public Sector – overhyped or overlooked? (2023). In Council of the European Union. Retrieved October 5, 2023, from https://www.consilium.europa.eu/media/63818/art-paper-chatgpt-in-the-public-sector-overhyped-or-overlooked-24-april-2023_ext.pdf (2) Deng, J., & Lin, Y. (2023). The Benefits and Challenges of ChatGPT: An Overview. Frontiers in Computing and Intelligent Systems, 2(2), 81–83. https://doi.org/10.54097/fcis.v2i2.4465 (3) Tate, T., Doroudi,…
GUEST POST: Worked Examples: An Effective Tool for Math Learning
References:(1) Dunlosky, J., Rawson, K. A., Marsh, E. J., Nathan, M. J., & Willingham, D. T. (2013). Improving students’ learning with effective learning techniques: Promising directions from cognitive and educational psychology. Psychological Science in the Public Interest, 14(1), 4–58.(2) Paas, F., van Gog, T., & Sweller, J. (2010). Cognitive load theory: New conceptualizations, specifications, and integrated…
GUEST POST: A Student’s Lived Experience Account of Neurodiversity in Higher Education
References:(1) Syharat, C. M, Hain, A., Zaghi, A. E., Gabriel, R., & Berdanier, C.G.P. (2023). Experiences of neurodivergent students in graduate STEM programs. Frontiers in Psychology, 14. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1149068 (2) Pesonen, H. V., Nieminen, J. H., Vincent, J., Waltz, M., Lahdelma, M., Syurina, E. V., & Fabri, M. (2020). A socio-political approach on autistic students’ sense…
