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The Role of Mathematics in Education

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The Role of Mathematics in Education: What Professions You Can Get in the Future Have you ever found yourself pondering the real-world applications of those algebraic formulas or geometric theorems you spent hours trying to decipher in school? There you can get advice and solve various mathematical problems in college.

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Engineers Week Feb. 18-24

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This week, February 18-24, 2024, is DiscoverE’s Engineers Week. Their tagline: “A week-long event, a year-long commitment” Do you wonder why anyone would be passionate about engineering? million engineering jobs that pay $42 per hour in median. Since 2007, the number of engineering grads nationwide has shot up 33%.

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7 Good Academic Search Engines for Science Teachers

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After covering Google Scholar alternatives , I got an email from a science teacher asking for recommendations for science-focused academic search engines so I created the list below. I included what I believe are some of the most reliable and academically authoritative search engines with a focus on science (among other disciplines).

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Encouraging Black Girls to Bring a Bold Voice to Mathematics

ED Surge

Today, Joseph is an associate professor in the Department of Teaching and Learning at Vanderbilt University and the director of the Joseph Mathematics Education Research Lab. It was all of maybe 15 or 20 minutes that changed the trajectory of my life in terms of mathematics. And I said, “Sure.” Let’s just take Vanderbilt.

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CREST: NEW British Science Week Theme 2025

All About STEM

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics can all be linked to changes in nature, technology, space… Source BSW 2025 will take place from the 7th to the 16th of March and the theme will be ‘Change & Adapt’ During the week, schools are encouraged to celebrate with STEM events and activities.

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Pi Day: A Slice of Mathematical Celebration

STEM Education Works

History Long ago, before fancy mathematical tools, computers, and calculators, people were curious about shapes like circles. Then, in the 17th century, Isaac Newton helped develop new mathematical techniques that allowed people to calculate π to many, many decimal places. Happy Pi Day, everyone!

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STEM Resources for Budding Engineers

Robot Lab

By Katie Brenneman There’s a dearth of good engineers out there. Part of our obligation today is creating and compiling keystone resources that will aid young engineers in their journey to achieve new breakthroughs. Something we must contend with is building up young engineers to be both technically and professionally proficient.