Remove Achievement Remove Learning Remove Social Sciences Remove Teaching
article thumbnail

SHAPE in Schools: Changing mindsets in support of social sciences, humanities and the arts

Futurum

SHAPE in Schools: Changing mindsets in support of social sciences, humanities and the arts Published: Social sciences, humanities and the arts are vital for addressing complex challenges, but do young people truly understand their value? What is SHAPE? Society depends on creatives just as much as scientists.

article thumbnail

Social science for social change: the story of marriage equality in the US

Futurum

Social science for social change: the story of marriage equality in the US Published: For centuries, gay people have suffered discrimination, prejudice and persecution. Not only has Michael investigated why it occurred, he also played an important role in achieving marriage equality in the US.

educators

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Bringing Better STEM Education to the Rural South

ED Surge

In response, Schneider and researchers from Michigan State and the University of Helsinki in Finland developed a curriculum called Crafting Engagement for Science Environments and published a related book. The curriculum also primes students for college and potential careers in science. Students will learn to think like scientists.

STEM 304
article thumbnail

Our school approach in teaching sustainability

Scientix

The school’s culture and policies promote a coordinated approach to developing, implementing, and teaching whole-child health education that emphasizes healthy living and its positive effects. Our curriculum is student-centered, with a focus on project-based learning and problem-solving.

article thumbnail

The Math Revolution You Haven’t Heard About

ED Surge

Math professor Martin Weissman is rethinking how his university teaches calculus. Over the summer, the professor from the University of California at Santa Cruz, spent a week at Harvard to learn how to redesign the mathematics for life sciences courses his institution offers. CAMBRIDGE, Mass. What’s your morning process?”

Math 362
article thumbnail

Essential Tips: What Are The Key Elements of Integrative Learning?

STEM Education Shopping

As an educator, I am constantly seeking ways to enhance my teaching methods and promote a well-rounded learning experience for my students. That’s why I’m excited to share with you essential tips on the key elements of integrative learning. KEY TAKEAWAY What are the key elements of integrative learning?

article thumbnail

What lessons can we learn from past pandemics?

Futurum

What lessons can we learn from past pandemics? In light of the social inequalities highlighted by COVID-19, this knowledge has never been more important. The social sciences have a very important role to play in uncovering the causes and consequences of pandemics, past and present, and preparing us for pandemics of the future.

Biology 85