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Can gamification improve students’ motivation and problem-solving skills?

Scientix

One such study was conducted to investigate whether gamification can improve students’ motivation to learn physics and problem-solving skills. The action research was conducted with 21 students in 10 th grade, most of whom have a low academic achievement and a general lack of interest in learning natural science subjects.

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Can Interactive Whiteboards Revitalize Online High-Dose Tutoring?

ED Surge

Especially for students with low achievement, diagnosing what they don't know through various questions is crucial, as students themselves often don't know where they need improvement. So, what additional elements are needed to attain frequent problem-solving communication in education online?

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If We’re Serious About Student Well-Being, We Must Change the Systems Students Learn In

ED Surge

Yet, this is the workload most schools place on high school students. Research shows that excessive homework leads to increased stress, physical health problems and a lack of balance in students' lives. Indeed, a meta-analysis of research on this issue found a correlation between homework and achievement.

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Summer Games STEM Challenges for K-2 (Kindergarten, First Grade, and Second Grade)

Carly and Adam

Don’t just teach about the Summer Olympics with your students! Engage them in a hands-on learning experience with STEM! Javelin STEM Challenge The Javelin STEM challenge invites students to design and test their own javelins, aiming to achieve the greatest throwing distance.

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How Desk Chairs Became a Lesson About What We Deserve in Public Schools

ED Surge

Building up the courage to ask for more, I sent a long-winded, evidence-based email to my administrators asking them to test it out in my science classroom, taking the opportunity to shake up our physical space – and perhaps emit an air of fancifulness. What does gatekeeping comfort and movement achieve?

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Indoor STEM Activities for Kids

STEM Sport

As winter begins, keeping kids both physically and mentally active becomes a challenging task for parents and educators. During these colder months, when outdoor adventures are limited, it’s crucial to find creative ways to engage young minds and bodies.

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Empowering Minds: The Role of Teachers in STEM Education

STEM Education Shopping

It is truly remarkable to see students engage with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in ways that ignite their curiosity and fuel their passion for learning. In this article, we will explore the crucial role that teachers play in empowering students’ minds through STEM education.

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