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Indoor STEM Activities for Kids

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During these colder months, when outdoor adventures are limited, it’s crucial to find creative ways to engage young minds and bodies. Focusing on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) activities can be an excellent strategy to keep students engaged in winter. Watch the colors explode!

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How can we make STEM subjects more engaging for students?

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Published: At Point Park University in Pittsburgh in the US, education researchers Dr Ginny Chambers , Dr Kamryn York and Dr Mark Marnich are helping pre-service teachers develop their skills in STEM subjects to make learning more enjoyable and effective for their future students. When have you taken a hands-on approach in a lesson?

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Why electoral systems matter for democracy

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Countries tend to be different in so many ways – so we have to get creative.” Collaboration “Unlike in natural sciences, teams of collaborators are usually smaller in political science,” says Damien. Additionally, the rise of the computer age has created big opportunities for political science.

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How we read: the neuroscience behind literacy

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Typically, we learn how to read well after we learn how to speak, and it is theorised that reading builds upon our speech production system. Imagine a child learning to read, being taught by an adult,” says Jacqueline. Reading also becomes progressively more difficult to learn as we age, as our brains become less adaptable. “If

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Urban farming for urban families

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At 15th Street Farm in Florida, USA, Emmanuel Roux and Professor David Himmelgreen run an education project to help local families learn about their local food systems and make healthier food choices. What do students learn? The outdoor learning results in greater student engagement and impacts human and environmental wellness.

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How can intelligent systems revolutionise healthcare?

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To ease the pressure on our struggling healthcare systems, scientists and medical professionals are looking to innovative new technologies such as machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI). In education, AI can personalise learning experiences to suit a person’s preferred learning style, encouraging engagement.

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On the frontline of the biomedical revolution

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I think I’ve achieved a lot. My father inspired me to be creative and innovative. Routine jobs might not satisfy your need to answer questions and learn more. It has a number of resources for high school students, schools and families to learn more about the field. It also hosts a wealth of online outreach resources.

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