PCS Edventures

AUGUST 8, 2023

Coding boosts academic achievement while simultaneously embedding life-long skills in learners. Elementary-aged learners are capable of providing computers with instructions to achieve a specific outcome through code! Think of learning to code as learning another language – you’re learning to communicate with technology, after all.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

How I’m Using Lessons Learned Generative AI tools like the one I experimented with are available to my students, so I’m going to assume they’re using them for the assignments in my course. As I consider how to weave these tools into my curriculum, two pathways have emerged. The baseline is no longer zero, it is AI.

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The positive impact of teachers has been extensively substantiated through years of research highlighting that teacher effectiveness is the most important school-based factor related to student achievement and outcomes. That is why PLTW Core Training allows teachers to engage actively in their learning and collaborate with other educators.

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

It’s seeing how that knowledge connects to life, to circumstances and to daily problems. Make the classroom a safe, non-judgmental learning environment where students can practice their critical thinking skills. This immerses them in learning, discovering, and thinking critically. Expect problem solving.

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APRIL 8, 2024

High School collects a diverse group of students into a large learning community, but it also prepares teenagers for a future as variable as any we can imagine. Today, as education leaders, you’re faced with an increasingly diverse student population, each with unique learning styles, abilities, and aspirations.

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MARCH 31, 2015

I need a map to show how best to blend my curriculum and the school’s standards, scaffold skills on each other, and connect to all stakeholders involved. In education, that’s called a Curriculum Map. What is a Curriculum Map? In general terms, a Curriculum Map includes: specific skills. assessments.

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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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MARCH 9, 2023

Look at what Harvey Silver says in his book, Compare and Contrast : By compiling the available research on effective instruction, Marzano, Pickering, and Pollock found that strategies that engage students in comparative thinking had the greatest effect on student achievement, leading to an average percentile gain of 45 points.

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AUGUST 4, 2022

Finally, because it’s a new job and you do not have much experience, highlight soft skills you acquired in college through academic achievements, projects and other papers. References can help talk about your problem-solving and teamwork skills. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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STEM Sport

JUNE 6, 2023

One powerful tool that can help achieve this is a STEM curriculum map. By creating a well-structured roadmap of concepts, skills, and activities targeted toward a clear goal, educators can ensure a comprehensive and cohesive learning experience for their students.

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CoderZ

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

There is a growing demand for Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) in the classroom, and for good reason as extensive data supports the evidence and importance of SEL for long-term success. Where can we approach curriculum and teaching with interdisciplinary subject matter. So, the real question is, where is there overlap?

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CTE Learning

DECEMBER 28, 2023

In the rapidly evolving landscape of education, the integration of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) curriculum at the middle school and high school levels has emerged as a transformative force. Every educator and parent knows how science and contextual learning excite students.

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STEM Sport

JUNE 13, 2023

STEM curriculum is an essential part of a child’s education. Early implementation of the STEM curriculum leads to confidence and increased student achievement in STEM, which helps better prepare students for higher education and future careers.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

SmartBrief, news on technology in education, recently published an article, Uniting technology and SEL to teach the whole child, on the importance of SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) in an educational landscape shaped by COVID-19. In part, they shared: Social-emotional learning is seeing a surge in mentions in the educational landscape.

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CTE Learning

DECEMBER 28, 2023

In the rapidly evolving landscape of education, the integration of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) curriculum at the middle school and high school levels has emerged as a transformative force. Every educator and parent knows how science and contextual learning excite students.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 5, 2023

Introducing technology to your children can be a positive experience that can help them learn and develop valuable skills. Technology has become a huge part of day-to-day life, and it’s important for kids to learn how to use it safely and effectively. But, if you’re not a techy parent, it can also be a challenge.

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AUGUST 15, 2023

Some of your colleagues think having students read in this tablet format means they’re integrating technology into their curriculum. Kudos for a good start, but they need to use the tablets to differentiate for student learning styles, enrich learning materials, and turn students into life-long learners. Why do this?

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PCS Edventures

JANUARY 29, 2024

Johnson, PhD, Holistic Learning Theory and Holistic Education, 2005 What Is Holistic Learning? Holistic educators facilitate learning experiences that nurture learners’ minds, bodies and hearts. There's considerable overlap between STEM and holistic learning. Let's explore five ways STEM is aligned with holistic learning.

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STEM Sport

JULY 12, 2023

One way to ensure a STEM curriculum is effective is a thorough review process. This article outlines how to review the STEM curriculum and the most effective ways to enhance the curriculum to optimize the student experience. Below is a list of things to consider when reviewing and refining your curriculum.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Following years of disrupted learning during the pandemic, the recently released Nation’s Report Card shows an overall drop in both reading and math scores, with math scores falling in nearly every state. Recent headlines suggest it will take until 2028 for students to recover from these pandemic-related achievement declines.

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PCS Edventures

JANUARY 15, 2023

Let’s explore two PCS Edventures’ Enrichment programs, Pirate Camp and Traveling Artist , and how they can be used to easily integrate STEAM into your learning environment. Cast-off into the seven seas with STEM experiments, hands-on design trials, social-emotional learning and positive group discussions. Let’s get started!

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 26, 2018

Statistics say over the summer, kids lose over two months of math skills, two months of reading skills, and one month of overall learning. Efforts to prevent summer learning loss propel often-unpopular year-round school initiatives and all manner of summer school and summer camps that focus on cerebral topics. Problem Solving.

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ED Surge

MAY 8, 2023

Barclay is a friend of mine, and his insight about the learning that is — or isn’t — happening in his classroom helped to shape my thinking about a question that’s been on my mind since I started reporting about recent efforts to change the way that math is taught. But many people believe that math instruction in the U.S. isn’t working.

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STEM for Kids

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

STEM For Kids® is pleased to announce the newest addition to our industry-leading curriculum portfolio… STEM Icons: Celebrating Black History for kids. Peek Inside Computers: Let’s explore computer science as I/O detectives as we learn about computer engineer Mark Dean.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 27, 2023

That’s why I am thrilled to share with you the art integrated learning guidelines that have revolutionized my classroom. By seamlessly integrating art into our curriculum, we not only enhance academic learning but also foster imagination and critical thinking skills. Get ready to embark on a journey of guiding creativity!

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ED Surge

JANUARY 19, 2022

Instead, he crafted an entirely new curriculum that he felt would better resonate with students, a series of reading and writing assignments that looked at the stages of grief. “I Homework helps build certain life skills like organization, perseverance and problem-solving. But other educators have a different view.

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JUNE 14, 2019

adults consistently perform worse in digital problem solving compared to their counterparts in other nations, according to a report from the National Center for Education Statistics. This nature of affairs is possibly, in part, due to the limited emphasis on teaching problem-solving skills in school.

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DECEMBER 13, 2018

Life is much simpler when you–as a parent or teacher–can point to one solution for a problem, solve it, and everything is golden. Now, we know that academic achievement is much more complicated. This is called “Social Emotional Learning” or SEL. PK-4th grade.

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OCTOBER 31, 2017

Assessing student learning used to be as simple as giving a test that consisted of multiple choice, True/False, short answer, and/or essay. Habits, templates, and routines are much easier than reinventing the assessment wheel but a tool that results in passionate students committed to lifelong learning gets my attention.

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STEM Sport

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Benefit #1: Support experiential and collaborative learning. Implementing VR in the classroom helps support experiential and collaborative learning. Virtual reality STEM lessons allow students to engage with complex STEM concepts, learn how to navigate the technology landscape, and how to use technology to benefit their education.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 10, 2020

My Twitter friends, folks like @mrhowardedu and @Coachadamspe , gave me great suggestions on books to read that I want to share with you… 5 Favorite Apps for Summer Learning. Summer has a reputation for being nonstop relaxation, never-ending play, and a time when students stay as far from “learning” as they can get.

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ED Surge

JULY 5, 2022

This goes beyond simply embedding computational thinking into a curriculum; it’s really about empowerment. Recently, we spoke with Marjorie Yang, Chairlady of CoolThink@JC’s Steering Committee, to learn about the past, present and future of the program and discuss its impact in Hong Kong and beyond.

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Bright and Smart

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

By incorporating hands-on activities into our children's curriculum, it will help them to improve skills like: Creativity Critical Thinking Independent Thinking Brainstorming Problem-solving Teamwork Welcome parents and teachers! stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.

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STEM Minds

AUGUST 19, 2022

This pandemic took the whole world by storm and forced everyone to adapt to a new way of living, from the way we shop for groceries to the way we learn in school. People had to learn new communication and technology skills to continue with their education, jobs, and day to day interactions. Creative Problem Solving: .

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STEM Sport

APRIL 19, 2023

A growth mindset is the belief that one’s abilities and intelligence can be developed through hard work, perseverance, and learning from failure. This mindset is especially important for students, as it can help them overcome challenges, learn from mistakes, and ultimately achieve their goals.

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STEM Sport

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Achieving this goal is not just beneficial to students, it is critical to their success and the future success of the world. Educational equity, the cornerstone of this concept, is about providing equal access to learning opportunities and resources, tailored to meet the diverse needs of all learners.

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STEM Minds

MAY 29, 2024

These camps are more than just academic venues; they are dynamic spaces where children learn to think critically, solve complex problems, and collaborate effectively. Developing Future Skills through Hands-On Learning Here, the focus would be on the specific skills that STEM camps help develop.

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