Mastering Online Teaching Skills
Mastering the skills necessary for teaching online courses is crucial in today’s virtual education arena, especially in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. What are the competencies needed to max online teaching? Through literature reviews and analysis, six groups of competencies are identified, including instructional, subject, creative, technical, managerial, and verbal skills. With this toolset, Leer más
What is AI for educators? In simple terms
In simple terms, artificial intelligence (AI) is a branch of computer science that aims to create systems capable of performing tasks that would typically require human intelligence. These tasks range from pattern recognition and decision-making to natural language understanding and solving complex problems. But why should this matter to educators? AI is not just an Leer más
Teach Like a Champion 3.0
«Teach Like a Champion 3.0» by Doug Lemov is an insightful and practical guide for educators seeking to enhance their teaching techniques and strategies. This third edition, building on the success of its predecessors, offers a comprehensive collection of 63 techniques aimed at improving classroom instruction and student engagement. Content The book is divided into Leer más
Engaging Students at the Beginning of a Lesson
Engaging students at the beginning of a lesson is usually challenging, especially with today’s shorter attention spans and diverse learning styles. However, with the right strategies and techniques, it’s possible to capture their interest and make meaningful connections to the material. In this article, we will explore effective ways to begin a lesson, such as Leer más
Key Functional Competencies for Teachers
Key Functional Competencies for Teachers is an article that discusses the importance of establishing an effective learning environment, addressing behavior issues, and embracing mistakes as part of the learning process. It also delves into the 21st century instructional strategies and the competencies necessary for successful teaching. With a focus on professional growth and developing a Leer más
Work-as-imagined vs. Work-as-done in Education
The differentiation between ‘Work-as-Done’ and ‘Work-as-Imagined’ originated in the aeronautical world to describe the disparity between the operation of systems as they are conceived and designed, and how they function in practice. However, this concept is equally relevant in the educational field. In education, there often exists a significant gap between how educators and administrators Leer más
Desarrollar y finalizar correctamente los claustros
(CH.FH) Creative Honesty – Fully Created by Human. No AI involved. ¿Alguna vez te has preguntado qué hace que un claustro en el contexto educativo sea realmente efectivo? La clave reside en una dirección estratégica y dinámica que engancha y motiva a todos los participantes. En el ámbito educativo, donde los claustros son vitales para Leer más
Educational Innovation in the Digital Age
The educational field is undergoing a dramatic transformation as emerging technologies redefine our approach to learning and teaching. This post dives into the critical role played by Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), their evolution into learning and knowledge tools that empowerment teaching processes and participation technologies (EdTech). We’ll explore how these technologies are shifting the Leer más
Proven Strategies: How to Keep Students Engaged and Motivated for Success
As educators, one of our main goals is to engage and motivate our students to achieve success in their academic and personal lives. However, with short attention spans and diverse learning styles, this can be a challenging task. In this article, we will explore proven strategies to help keep students engaged and motivated in the Leer más
How does self-evaluation help teachers to improve their skills?
In the dynamic world of education, the commitment to excellence is paramount for educators. Self-evaluation stands out as a key tool guiding teachers on a journey of continuous improvement, enabling them to assess, reflect, and enhance their teaching practices. See the full guide below The Essence of Self-Evaluation in Teaching Self-evaluation in teaching is a Leer más