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The Role of Mathematics in Education

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The Role of Mathematics in Education: What Professions You Can Get in the Future Have you ever found yourself pondering the real-world applications of those algebraic formulas or geometric theorems you spent hours trying to decipher in school? High school often focuses on procedural understanding—how to solve problems with well-defined steps.

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Tech Teacher Appreciation Week May 6-10, 2024

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They talk animatedly about plate tectonics, debate the structure of atoms, even smile at the mention of calculus. School lore probably says they can drop a pin through a straw without touching the sides. There’s always been something mystically cerebral about people in technical professions like engineering, science, and mathematics.

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Top EdSurge Higher Education Stories of 2023

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It starts with the very basics — like whether it even makes sense anymore to measure learning in credit hours — and builds up to future-facing conundrums about how to handle the sudden ubiquity of artificially intelligent tools. Should calculus be taught differently in the 21st century? Girls Rule in School.

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Tech Professions Students Should Consider

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Technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and cloud computing are transforming businesses. To become a machine learning engineer, you will need a master’s degree in computer science or artificial intelligence. Demand has grown for individuals with the knowledge and skills to meet their needs.

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Unlocking the Power of Creativity and AI: Preparing Students for the Future Workforce

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Brian Johnsrud Global Head of Education Learning and Advocacy at Adobe The past two years have witnessed a notable surge in the use of artificial intelligence within education, marked by increased investment, deployment and integration into various educational practices. AI can’t replace teachers; it lacks the human connection.

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Why Should You Consider STEM Programs for High School Students?

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If you’re wondering whether students should enroll in STEM programs for high school, the short answer is yes. Whether young learners are drawn to foreign languages, math, humanities, or fine arts, the truth is that everyone has a lot to gain from stem programs for high school. We go over step-by-step with a FREE worksheet!—–

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Generative AI, Chat GPT, and Learning

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While all of these schools have been rushing to block ChatGPT , many don’t realize that generative AI tools are making their way into Google Workspaces and Microsoft 365. (If Some questions to ask So, while universities and schools may block ChatGPT, will they remove Office 365 and Google Docs from their suite of tools provided to students?

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