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Concrete change: the innovative chemistry of sustainable cement

Futurum

Concrete change: the innovative chemistry of sustainable cement Published: The global cement industry is gigantic, so finding ways to reduce its impact on the climate is essential for a sustainable future. The chemistry of cement It is the use of resources, especially raw materials, that forms the current focus of Theo’s research.

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Bringing Better STEM Education to the Rural South

ED Surge

The goal is to improve science literacy among high school students by making lessons meaningful and relevant to their lives through a teaching method called project-based learning. Now the STEM curriculum is poised to enter high school classrooms in the rural South. Department of Education and will last five years.

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What is Mastery Learning and How Do You Implement It Effectively?

Cool Cat Teacher

Mastery learning (also called competency-based learning) is being used in some classes and schools. Jon Bergmann, author of the Mastery Learning Handbook talks about how he uses mastery learning in his chemistry and physics classrooms. He has taught at urban, suburban, rural, and private schools. Jon Bergmann - Bio as Submitted.

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Professional Identity, Social Interaction, and Persistence in STEM Teaching within High-Need Urban Schools

National Science Foundation

The decision to remain a science or math teacher, or to continue teaching within a particular school, is closely related to sense of identity (Ware & Kitsantas, 2007). Each teacher was at a different high school or middle school, enabling cross-site comparisons.

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Lighting up cancer: innovation in paediatric surgery

Futurum

Lighting up cancer: innovation in paediatric surgery Published: Surgically removing cancer tumours can be a risky procedure – bodily tissues that the cancer grows on can be damaged in the process, and leaving any part of the tumour behind can lead to the cancer coming back. This need forms the foundation of his research project.

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STEM Calendar for the Month of May for Educators Everywhere

STEM for Kids

This calendar is designed to celebrate specific holidays for STEM enthusiasts and commemorate historic events that have shaped the course of scientific discovery and innovation. Astronaut Day: Astronaut Day celebrates the bravery and achievements of those who venture beyond Earth’s atmosphere to explore the cosmos.

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Best STEM Summer Camps in Dallas 2024

The Maker Mom

Summer is a time for fun and learning doesn’t have to stop when school is out thanks to iD Tech. The self-paced, flexible scheduling allows your kids to learn in their free time, after school, and during scheduled breaks. STEMTREE also offers after-school programs and tutoring. Camp sessions cover a variety of subjects.

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