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Kickstart the Academic Year with These 7 Active Learning Strategies

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As the back-to-school season begins, imagine a classroom where students lean forward, eager to dive into lessons, their minds buzzing with ideas. The secret to this energy lies in active learning, a teaching approach that swaps passive notetaking for hands-on engagement. Active learning boosts retention by up to 75% compared to traditional lectures, sparks critical …

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5 Key Takeaways from Schools Excelling in Hybrid Learning

Leave a Comment / All, Hybrid Learning / By Alvina Varughese

The shift to hybrid learning has become more than just a temporary adaptation. For many schools, it has transformed into a sustainable model that blends the best of online and in-person education. As institutions navigate this blended reality, certain patterns have emerged from those leading the way. These schools are not just surviving the hybrid …

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Social-emotional learning (SEL) is essential for student development. It nurtures emotional intelligence, empathy, and resilience.

5 Unique and Effective SEL Activities for Your Hybrid Classroom

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Social-emotional learning (SEL) is essential for student development. It nurtures emotional intelligence, empathy, and resilience. In hybrid classrooms, blending in-person and virtual learning, SEL activities must engage all learners. These five unique activities promote self-awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. They create supportive, inclusive environments for both in-person and remote students. 1. Digital Gratitude Wall …

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How Active-Learning Models Can Boost Emotional Well-Being in Hybrid Classrooms

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Hybrid classrooms blend in-person and virtual learning, creating unique opportunities and challenges for students. With the rise of digital education, school authorities are increasingly concerned about students’ emotional well-being. Balancing screen time and fostering social-emotional learning are critical to creating a mindful environment. Active-learning models, which emphasize student engagement and interaction, offer a powerful solution. …

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5 Pillars of a Secure Digital Environment and Student Safety for Hybrid Learning

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Hybrid learning blends traditional classroom instruction with online education, creating new opportunities for students. However, this model raises concerns for school authorities about student safety in digital spaces. The internet is a powerful educational tool, but without proper safeguards, it can expose students to risks. By implementing robust student safety measures, schools can create a …

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Tips to Maintain Motivation in Hybrid and Device-Led Learning Models

Leave a Comment / All, Hybrid Learning, Smart Learning / By Alvina Varughese

Motivation plays a key role in academic performance. Whether students are attending classes online or on campus, they must feel inspired to learn. With monsoon rains disrupting daily travel and the summer heat still lingering, schools are relying more than ever on hybrid and Device-Led Learning models. These setups allow students to continue their …

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How Hybrid Interactive Learning Helps During School Closures

How Hybrid Interactive Learning Provides Stability During Unexpected School Closures

Leave a Comment / All, Climate Change, Hybrid Learning / By Alvina Varughese

In recent years, schools have faced one unpredictable disruption after another. From heatwaves to flash floods, changing climate is challenging the traditional classroom and effecting interactive learning environments. Just as institutions begin adapting to the heat, monsoon rains bring another wave of chaos. Water-logged streets, traffic jams, power outages all impacting children’s access to education. So, …

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From Lockdowns to Logins: The Evolution of School’s IT Infrastructure

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When the first lockdowns were announced, schools shut their gates overnight. Classrooms went dark and corridors fell silent. What followed was not just a shift in learning; it was a wake-up call for school’s IT Infrastructure. Back then, very few institutions were truly hybrid ready. With zero warning, students and teachers were forced to go …

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Student Safety in Hybrid Learning: Beyond the Classroom

Ensuring Student Safety in Hybrid Learning: Beyond Physical Classrooms

Leave a Comment / All, Cybersecurity, Heatwaves, Hybrid Learning / By Alvina Varughese

The 2025 heatwaves have forced schools across India to adopt hybrid learning models. While this shift looks like a smart move on the surface, it brings new challenges, especially when it comes to student safety in hybrid learning models. If your school hasn’t secured its digital learning environment yet, you’re not just falling behind. You’re …

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Heatwave School Closures Are Here to Stay — Why Zoom Isn’t the Answer for School Learning Infrastructure

Leave a Comment / All, Cybersecurity, Heatwaves, Hybrid Learning / By Alvina Varughese

When schools across India shut their doors due to the intensifying heatwave, quick fixes like Zoom and Google Meet seemed like a blessing. But now, as these closures stretch longer and school disruption becomes the norm, cracks in our current digital strategy are suddenly visible which questions the school learning infrastructure. Can we really rely …

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