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Readers Respond: Does Fixing the Leaky STEM Pipeline Require Calculus To Adapt?

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The need to strengthen the science, technology, math and engineering (STEM) careers pipeline has received renewed interest lately. A number of instructors say it’s partly reconsidering how calculus, a crucial step toward STEM careers and often a “weed out” course in higher ed, is taught. Here are some of the more thoughtful responses.

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Is Computer Science STEM – The Link Between the Two

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It’s no secret that the exposure of students to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) can positively impact the future of the world and their futures. However, one thing that’s often overlooked is computer science education, an incredibly essential subject and skill in today’s digital era. What Is Computer Science?

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Relationships Matter in Student Affairs — But So Do Data and Strategy

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I grew up as a self-described math and science nerd. I took Calculus I, II, and III in high school at the local college, and when I enrolled at the University of Virginia, my courses included honors chemistry and physics for physics majors—although I did not major in physics.

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Fall STEM Activities

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Educational Benefit: Students will learn about the chemistry behind leaf colors and the concept of chromatography as a separation technique. The Science of Fermentation Description: Students can explore the fermentation process using fall produce like apples or grapes.

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Edit and Share Videos Like a Rock Star

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Bright Science — short videos on various science topics, many by learned presenters against a white board. Free Video Lectures — academic lectures on lots of topics including biology, biotechnology, and calculus. National Geographic Video — a huge collection of well-done science videos.

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9 Good Collections of Videos for Education

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Topics include languages, music, technology, social studies, science, engineering, maths, journalism, and more. These videos are well-suited to international learners but if you’re outside the British Isles, you will find videos listed as “not available in your location” Bright Science. Untamed Science.

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They Started Teaching During the Pandemic Year. Where Are They Now?

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years of my career at Weehawken High School, where I taught Algebra I (students in grades seven to nine) and AP Calculus (grades 11-12). Currently I am on a team of two [fourth grade teachers], so I teach ELA and social studies while my partner teaches math and science. I spent the first 3.5 For the past 1.5

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