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Why Use SplashLearn in Class?

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These games include puzzles and quizzes that enhance critical thinking skills and offer a fun break from traditional learning. Rewards: To further motivate learners, SplashLearn incorporates rewards like coins and access to non-curricular games.

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 Greater Impact with High-Quality Instructional Materials

Defined Learning

High Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM) are educational resources that have been developed and reviewed to be of high quality, rigor, and alignment with academic content standards. They are intended to support teaching and learning through effective instruction helping students achieve academic success.

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Education at Home (Homeschooling) is the BEST

Chillax Science

They can also develop problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities, as well as gain practical experience in a particular field. Traditional/Academic Homeschooling : This is the most commonly used type of homeschooling, where parents follow a structured curriculum based on state or national academic standards.

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Is it STEM or a Craft?

Carly and Adam

These projects don’t often have connections to content areas, and they may not reinforce any academic standards. STEM is about developing a growth mindset and critical thinking skills. They might include cutting and pasting or even adding googly eyes. Craft projects might be thematic or connected to a holiday.

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Meshing STEM and career tech education

STEMx

Critical thinking, problem-solving, motivation, collaboration and creativity are the new currency that our employers need to innovate and remain competitive. Some of these jobs might require a four-year degree, but many require experience and skills that aren’t necessarily gained from a university education.

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