Tag: Definitions

The Difference Between Googling And Inquiry-Based Learning

Terrell HeickNov 17, 2014

Search is about finding pieces, knowledge is about knowing the potential value of those pieces.

What Is A Learning Simulation?

Learning Simulations: An Overview This post has been updated from a 2012 post. Clark Aldrich is an enthusiastic advocate for new learning forms, and […]

What Is COPPA & How Can I Keep Student…

TeachThought StaffAug 31, 2014

What Is COPPA & How Can I Keep Student Data Safe? by Rose de Fremery, Moondrop Entertainment Privacy is a serious […]

What Is Oculus Rift? A Virtual Reality Headset Owned…

TeachThought StaffApr 22, 2014

Oculus Rift is one of the pioneering virtual reality headsets originally crowd-funded and eventually purchased by Facebook.

The Difference Between Gamification And Game-Based Learning

The definition of gamification is the application of game-like mechanics to non-game entities to encourage a specific behavior.

The Definition Of Authentic Assessment For Learning

Grant WigginsFeb 28, 2014

A ‘real-world’ assessment is meant to focus on the impact of one’s work in real or realistic–and often ‘messy’–contexts.

The Definition Of The Flipped Classroom

TeachThought StaffJan 16, 2014

The definition of a Flipped Classroom is to preview new content at home & practice it at school where teachers & peers…

The Definition Of Personalized Learning

TeachThought StaffSep 12, 2013

Whereas differentiation is about adapting a curriculum, personalized learning involves adapting and creating a curriculum.