Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 14, 2023

Tools like Siri, Alexa, ChatGPT, and a plethora of apps seem perfect for handling the repetitive and time-consuming aspects of education that take teachers away from the core of most lessons that require critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving.

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Box Light

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Coding cultivates vital skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and computational thinking, applicable throughout the curriculum. When students engage in coding activities, they are presented with real-world challenges that require logical reasoning and creativity to solve.

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Box Light

MARCH 15, 2022

Creating a makerspace in a school or classroom has several benefits including but not limited to high student engagement, critical thinking skills are nurtured, and collaboration and communication is common.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 26, 2023

It is truly remarkable to see students engage with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in ways that ignite their curiosity and fuel their passion for learning. In this article, we will explore the crucial role that teachers play in empowering students’ minds through STEM education.

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 25, 2024

Fairy tales are more than just enchanting stories that whisk children away to a magical realm; they are a treasure trove for igniting imagination and critical thinking through STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) challenges.

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Teach Hub

MARCH 26, 2024

This is a designated area for hands-on learning that helps to foster creativity and other essential skills among students. This concept has grown dramatically since educators are seeing how well it fosters student engagement and social interaction. What is a Makerspace?

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Chillax Science

MAY 3, 2023

Ultimately, knowing a range of science education teaching methods allows competent teachers (and homeschool parents) to create a dynamic and supportive learning environment that promotes student engagement, curiosity, and achievement. What are science education teaching methods? I describe them below.

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CoderZ

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Critical Thinking Beyond the Screen: Games are renowned for enhancing critical thinking skills within their carefully crafted environments. However, the true test of critical thinking lies in its application to real-life challenges.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Students are eager for honest exchanges about these important issues; even if they can’t vote, they know that many of the issues on the ballot impact their lives. This leaves us with the question: Where can students engage each other on these important topics most constructively? We believe it begins in classrooms.

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STEM Sport

MAY 30, 2023

This quickly changing landscape emphasizes the need for innovative STEM curricula that teaches students the importance of adaptability, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. This article talks about the importance of an environment that encourages creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking.

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ED Surge

APRIL 3, 2024

Once my students discovered a discrepancy in how the ship was classified, I extended the activity by facilitating a debate, assigning points of view between the Allies and Germany, and debating whether the Lusitania was a military target.

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Cool Cat Teacher

AUGUST 23, 2022

I recommend that Math and Language Arts teachers of elementary-aged students check out eSpark. In this blog post, I’ll share my experience and opinion of eSpark and how it can increase student engagement for students of all ability levels to learn. Critical Thinking Challenges.

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STEM Education Works

MAY 6, 2024

Later on in the learning process, encourage students to go back and reflect on these notes, using them as a guide as they conduct research and/or test prototypes. UTILIZE PROJECT-BASED LEARNING Often, the best way for students to retain information is through hands-on, project-based learning experiences.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 27, 2023

By seamlessly integrating art into our curriculum, we not only enhance academic learning but also foster imagination and critical thinking skills. In this article, I will guide you through the importance of art integration, strategies for implementation, engaging activities, assessing outcomes, and valuable resources.

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CTE Learning

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

As middle and students embark on their educational journey, introducing them to web design goes beyond creating aesthetically pleasing websites. It empowers them with a toolset that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and a deep understanding of digital communication.

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Patrick's Day STEM Centers transform the classroom into a dynamic learning environment, where students engage with science, technology, engineering, and math through themed activities. Patrick’s Day Creativity Challenges Armed with creativity printables , crayons, markers, and pencils, students will embark on a journey to solve St.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 19, 2019

They are introduced via themes to spark interest and keep students engaged. which by the way, is fee-based), students start with a placement test to determine their comprehension level and be sure they are challenged by assignments without being frustrated. Completed feedback is delivered back to students. In W.O.R.D.

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Box Light

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

As students navigate the intricate landscape of ideas and discussions, their capacity to engage in reasoned debate depends on critical thinking, problem-solving skills, the presence of positive role models, an encouraging classroom ambiance, and a keen sense of both empathy and self-awareness.

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Educator and edtech consultant Rachelle Dené Poth agrees, sharing how she encourages her students to use AI-powered tools in the classroom. You have to show students how [generative AI] is just a tool and let them know that this is not supposed to replace their own critical thinking, creativity and all these skills they need,” says Poth.

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STEM Education Works

MARCH 27, 2024

PUT YOUR MAKERSPACE INTO ACTION Once all equipment is in place and your makerspace is set up, students can begin designing and creating their STEM projects. Makerspaces often center around students engaging in the engineering design process as they brainstorm ideas, develop prototypes, and evaluate solutions.

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STEM Education Shopping

JULY 30, 2023

The Best Resources and Strategies Review: Stem Curriculum Guides to Engage Students and Ignite passion for All Lessons (2023) Benefits of STEM Education STEM education offers numerous benefits that can ignite a passion for learning and empower you to become the innovator and problem-solver of tomorrow.

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STEM Sport

JUNE 6, 2023

Each method should align with the curriculum goals and facilitate the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills. These may include formative assessments, summative assessments, performance assessments, and the creation of student portfolios.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 24, 2023

In this article, I will share a variety of classroom activities designed to help students explore solutions to problems. By using active learning strategies, we can foster critical thinking skills and encourage collaboration among students. KEY TAKEAWAY What are problem solving classroom activities?

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Stem Activities for Kids

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Try the FREE Curriculum In the online curriculum portal, students will explore a variety of scientific mysteries through immersive virtual labs, artifacts, and hands-on research that promotes critical thinking and problem-solving. The material is fun but also challenging.

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Stem Activities for Kids

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Try the FREE Curriculum In the online curriculum portal, students will explore a variety of scientific mysteries through immersive virtual labs, artifacts, and hands-on research that promotes critical thinking and problem-solving. The material is fun but also challenging.

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STEM Education Shopping

JULY 31, 2023

By understanding the importance of STEM education, you can effectively engage your students in hands-on activities that promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Moreover, it fosters creativity and encourages you to think outside the box, pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 13, 2021

The purpose of its videos, hands-on projects, and more is to spark student creativity, empower them to explore their own passions at their own pace. Students engage through tasks, projects, and peer interaction. Lessons are given by high school and college-age peers who clearly show their love of the subject.

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Vivify Stem

JULY 12, 2023

How to Host a Debate in Your Science Classroom Post by Michelle Bogden July 12, 2023 Imagine a classroom buzzing with excitement as students engage in intellectual battles, passionately defending their scientific viewpoints. Debate Research - Students use guiding questions to help focus their research.

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STEM Sport

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Comprehension, Critical Thinking, & Problem-Solving Comprehension, critical thinking, and problem-solving are key skills to success in the STEM workforce. Collaborative Problem-Solving: Promote teamwork by assigning group projects that challenge students to work together to solve complex problems.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 25, 2022

We would say “play” or “critical thinking” or “computer science.” Sometimes, that meant playing a game in the classroom; other times, it meant redesigning the curriculum, working through problems in a different way. Unfortunately, at the time, you couldn’t say “games” to a potential parent or funder.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 27, 2023

One benefit of integrative learning is the development of critical thinking skills. When I engage in integrative activities, I am challenged to analyze information from multiple perspectives and evaluate its relevance to the topic at hand. This process strengthens my ability to think critically and make informed decisions.

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Carly and Adam

MAY 1, 2024

The purpose of STEM Glow Day is to provide students with a dynamic learning environment where they can experiment and solve problems in a visually stimulating setting. This day encourages teamwork, critical thinking, and the application of knowledge in science and mathematics through practical, fun projects.

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

This memory match game not only reinforces vocabulary but also fosters critical thinking and retention, making it an excellent addition to any solar eclipse-themed lesson plan. Create Sun Print Art (Cyanotypes) Cyanotype printing is a fun activity where students can make a picture using the sun's light.

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Cool Cat Teacher

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

This approach ensures students engage with the material at a deeper level and develop critical thinking skills. Integrating AI for Feedback and Brainstorming. In my classroom, AI is primarily used for peer feedback and brainstorming rather than content creation.

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STEM Sport

APRIL 25, 2023

In recent years, educators have been diversifying their approach to classroom lesson plans, which has impacted the way assessments are given to students. Many of these new, unique approaches are showing signs of increased student engagement, retention, and comprehension of the classroom curriculum.

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Teach Hub

MARCH 15, 2024

However, without technology, you’re compelled to engage in critical thinking. Unplugging from technology forces students to be creative and think outside of the box, encouraging them to come up with ideas without relying on technology.

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ED Surge

MARCH 18, 2022

But if you need evidence of student engagement, you’ll need to design your online course to stimulate it, with mini-quizzes and mini-exercises, among other interactive activities.” Before they click on Zoom, Sosulski says instructors must recognize that they won’t get the feedback they usually expect—in person real eye-contact.

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