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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. Now the STEM curriculum is poised to enter high school classrooms in the rural South. Students will learn to think like scientists.

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What is Mastery Learning and How Do You Implement It Effectively?

Cool Cat Teacher

Mastery learning (also called competency-based learning) is being used in some classes and schools. Jon Bergmann, author of the Mastery Learning Handbook talks about how he uses mastery learning in his chemistry and physics classrooms. He has taught at urban, suburban, rural, and private schools.

Learning 287
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A Surprising Approach to Science Labs for Online Students Boosts Access to STEM Fields

ED Surge

That logistical hurdle has prevented colleges from offering full online degree programs in core science subjects like chemistry and biochemistry. In fact, some medical schools even refuse to consider admitting students with online coursework or degrees. They are courageous to return to school.

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Concrete change: the innovative chemistry of sustainable cement

Futurum

Concrete change: the innovative chemistry of sustainable cement Published: The global cement industry is gigantic, so finding ways to reduce its impact on the climate is essential for a sustainable future. The chemistry of cement It is the use of resources, especially raw materials, that forms the current focus of Theo’s research.

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‘Big Brothers’ Can Have a Lasting Impact on Kids, Study Finds

ED Surge

The report entitled “ The Youths Relationships Study ” was conducted by researchers at University of Illinois Chicago and published last fall. Researchers reported that Big Brothers Big Sisters mentees in the study were 54 percent less likely to have been arrested and 41 percent less likely to have engaged in substance use.

Chemistry 260
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Chemistry for Families with Multi-Aged Children

Chillax Science

We often think learning chemistry requires complicated and sophisticated equipment. As parents and teachers, we may even feel guilty because we don’t have money or resources for children to learn chemistry. What if I told you that you (and I) have so much chemistry equipment already?

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How machine learning is revolutionising materials science

Futurum

How machine learning is revolutionising materials science Published: Research in materials science and engineering is crucial for developing materials that can help solve some of society’s biggest challenges. The fundamental ML algorithms are available to everyone for free,” says Dane.

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