Stephen Wolfram

MARCH 29, 2024

Here’s the astro position of the Sun (in local horizon coordinates) at the time and place of maximum eclipse: And here now is the almost-exactly-equal result for the Moon: What will it actually look like in the sky? And, yes, that was a very educational experience. But what about the actual positions in the sky?

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ED Surge

JANUARY 10, 2023

Through my work as director of MIT’s Teaching Systems Lab , I’ve asked the question to teachers, school leaders, coaches, researchers and experts of all stripes (think: learning science, instruction, teacher education, culturally responsive teaching and so on), and it typically elicits more pauses and wonderings than answers.

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ED Surge

JULY 21, 2022

I want the students to do something historical, obviously—depict an event or person, perhaps—but I understand that not everyone is equally creative in the arts. Peter Newbury, an educational developer at Red River College Polytechnic, even invites us to take advantage of the minutes before a class starts to get students thinking.

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How to STEM

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

It’s all about celebrating women’s achievements, raising awareness against bias and taking action for equality. International Astronomy Day (7th May). International Astronomy Day is a worldwide event which is observed annually on the 7th May. International Women’s Day (8th March).

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PCS Edventures

JANUARY 24, 2022

The Past: A Short History of Women in Education. In the past, the extent of women’s education has varied depending on the region, time and culture. With that in mind, let’s take a short walk through the history of women’s education, particularly regarding the sciences. To do this, we need to look at the history of women in STEM.

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STEM Education Guide

MARCH 9, 2023

STEM, an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, is an essential component of the educational experience. A strong STEM foundation services a practical purpose, paving the way for a wealth of fulfilling, lucrative career opportunities and educational options.

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STEM Education Guide

JANUARY 29, 2023

Dissatisfied with the quality of education at the school, George moved from city to city attending different schools, eventually graduating from a high school in Minneapolis. Black scientists have broken down barriers, but we still have a long way to go, as you can see in the latest STEM Education Statistics.

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