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MAY 30, 2017

Zap Zap Math is a free gamified way to teach math skills that’s tied to many national and international standards (like Common Core). The over 150 games are fast-paced and interactive, and cover over 180 math topics. My favorite characteristics of Zap Zap Math include: Math topics are delivered in a module-oriented manner.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2020

As educators struggle with the best way to teach critical thinking and problem solving, coding has proven to be an effective and flexible tool. The number one reason cited by superintendents and principals for not offering this integral computer skill is time scarcity. But, should coding be taught in schools from an early age.

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AUGUST 29, 2023

It’s not about zeros and ones, or math and science. It’s about solving problems kids didn’t think they could, in creative ways that feel good. However, the right types of games can help your students develop problem-solving skills and the ability to explore.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2018

December 3-9th, 2018, Computer Science Education will host the Hour Of Code–a one-hour introduction to students on coding, programming, and why they should love it, designed to demystify “code” and show that anyone can learn the basics to be a maker, a creator, and an innovator. Why Should Students Learn Computer Science?

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APRIL 29, 2016

Many of you are familiar with the award-winning free app called Zap Zap Math. I first learned about it through an email about their newly updated platform– …addictive math games. kids fall in love with math. Not a lot of math apps can fulfill these claims. How do the Zap Zap Math folks do that?

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NOVEMBER 15, 2016

December 5-11, Computer Science Education will host the Hour Of Code–a one-hour introduction to coding, programming, and why students should love it. Coding is a great tie-in to Common Core math Standards. Anytime I can show students how to complete math skills without doing math, it’s a plus (because it surprises them.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2015

December 7-13, Computer Science Education will host the Hour Of Code–a one hour introduction to coding, programming, and why students should love it. Coding is a great tie-in to Common Core math Standards. Any time I can show students how to complete math skills without doing math, it’s a plus (because it surprises them.

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Ellipsis Education

AUGUST 26, 2021

Let’s dive into the definition of creativity then explore examples and benefits of creative thinking in computer science. Creativity is the ability to develop new ideas to solve problems and communicate with others. According to Arne Dietrich, professor of cognitive neuroscience, there are four types of creativity.

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DECEMBER 11, 2018

Holiday—Math Facts. They take lots of critical thinking, problem-solving, and are worth the effort! More end-of-year tips: End-of-year Tech Maintenance: Speed up your Computer. End-of-year Tech Maintenance: Image and Backup Your Computer. Holiday—find the word. Holiday—North Pole Academy. Holidays around the world.

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AUGUST 10, 2016

C-STEM Studio is a California A-G approved curriculum and turn-key solution for teaching science, technology, engineering and mathematics through computing and robotics. C-STEM Studio does that with a compelling and thorough software program which trains both students and teachers to use robotics as a superior vehicle for learning math.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2017

It feels like: When it should feel like: December 4-10, Computer Science Education will host the Hour Of Code–a one-hour introduction to coding, programming, and why students should love it. Coding is a great tie-in to Common Core Math Standards. Confess, when you think of coding, you see: …when you should see.

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NOVEMBER 2, 2017

December 4-10, 2017, Computer Science Education will host the Hour Of Code–a one-hour introduction to students on coding, programming, and why they should love it, designed to demystify “code” and show that anyone can learn the basics to be a maker, a creator, and an innovator. No experience needed. Coding and US Security.

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DECEMBER 7, 2022

Yet, kids who can code are better at logical thinking and problem solving, more independent and self-assured, and more likely to find a job when they graduate. December 5th, 2022, Computer Science Education will host the Hour Of Code–a one-hour introduction to coding, programming, and why students should love it. Scratch Jr.

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MAY 3, 2024

STEM education–Science, technology, engineering, and math–sounds intimidating, but is actually one of the most satisfying learning experiences students can participate in. It teaches students how to measure items, create designs on the computer, understand the coordinate system, etc.

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JUNE 19, 2017

ORIGO Stepping Stones (see my review here ), a comprehensive print and digital math program, has a variety of free math resources available for summer learning. Sign up for the next math webinar, like this one called The Number Line: More on Making the Most of Math Models. Zap Zap Math–Gamify any Math Curriculum.

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DECEMBER 11, 2018

Holiday—Math Facts. They take lots of critical thinking, problem-solving, and are worth the effort! More end-of-year tips: End-of-year Tech Maintenance: Speed up your Computer. End-of-year Tech Maintenance: Image and Backup Your Computer. Holiday—find the word. Holiday—North Pole Academy. Holidays around the world.

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DECEMBER 9, 2016

Holiday—Math Facts. They take lots of critical thinking, problem-solving, and are worth the effort! End-of-Year Tech Tips: Back Up Your Computer . End-of-year Tech Tips: Image Your Computer. Holiday—find the word. Holiday—North Pole Academy. Holidays around the world. Holidays–various. Penguin Show.

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DECEMBER 8, 2017

Holiday—Math Facts. They take lots of critical thinking, problem-solving, and are worth the effort! End-of-Year Tech Tips: Back Up Your Computer . End-of-year Tech Tips: Image Your Computer. Holiday—find the word. Holiday—North Pole Academy. Holidays around the world. Holidays–various. Penguin Show.

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JULY 14, 2015

In the past six months, I’ve posted over 140 articles on topics ranging from tech ed trends to how-tos, problem solving, and pedagogic discussions. 84 Math Websites for K-8. I like to step back a few times a year and determine what readers are most interested in. WordPress makes that easy with their statistics.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2018

Animatron –design and publish animated and interactive content that plays everywhere, from desktop computers to mobile devices. Roboblockly –to teach coding and math, from UCDavis. C-STEM Studio –download to teach computers, science, technology, engineering and math with robotics. BrainPop coding games. Game Salad.

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JANUARY 19, 2022

Studies show that the pandemic caused a drop in test scores in reading and math, with the students who were already struggling showing the largest declines. Homework helps build certain life skills like organization, perseverance and problem-solving. But educators disagree about how they should respond.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2015

Topic: Problem-solving, critical thinking, building. Subjects covered include: Math: estimation, geometry, shapes. …and skills taught: Thinking & Reasoning: defining problems, hypothesis-testing, problem solving. How Minecraft Teaches Reading, Writing and Problem Solving.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Has the time come to update these requirements and add computer science to the mix? There is no doubt that today’s youth needs to be equipped with computer and technology skills to be successful. In this blog, we explore why high school should have computer science requirements in order to earn that diploma.

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DECEMBER 7, 2021

For example, if the student forgets how to solve a math problem, the QR code will take them to help. The human robot only does what the student directs (think of the old aphorism ‘garbage in garbage out’ explaining that computers only do what you tell them; nothing more). computational thinking.

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APRIL 30, 2015

Let’s go to Webster’s definition instead: The act or job of creating computer programs. a series of symbols, used synonymously as text and grouped to imply or prompt the multimedia in the games and programs that happen on computers, websites, and mobile apps. Not much better. Functionality: 4/5. Fun Factor: 5/5.

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DECEMBER 7, 2020

Yet, kids who can code are better at logical thinking and problem solving, more independent and self-assured, and more likely to find a job when they graduate. December 7-12, 2020 Computer Science Education will host the Hour Of Code–a one-hour introduction to coding, programming, and why students should love it. Scratch Jr.

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MARCH 10, 2017

Mathematics happens everywhere–at the grocery store, the bank, the family budget, the affirmative nod from parents to update a child’s computer to their agreement to add apps from the app store. According to the Bureau of Labor and Management: … jobs in computing and mathematics are projected to grow by 20 percent.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

Basic computer skills. Many of these are not easy for a student if they haven’t had instruction in using computers. It won’t surprise any adult when I say using an iPad isn’t the same as using a computer. Make sure students have practiced working at computers for extended periods. Problem Solving.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

Duke University Professor Harris M. Cooper , says (paraphrased in parts): Really good homework assignments in subjects such as math and science … highlight skills children use in other areas of their life — sports, games, and everyday tasks like grocery shopping with their parents.

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JULY 15, 2019

These automated humanoid bots often interact with users, require critical thinking and problem-solving, and grab the imagination of students in ways that makes everyone want to learn. The focus is on computational thinking and 21st-century skills so don’t worry if you aren’t a coding geek. More on robotics.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2018

Kathy Schrock , columnist for Discovery Education explains: Augmented reality layers computer-generated enhancements on top of an existing reality to make it more meaningful through the ability to interact with it. Moving this sort of AR to education gamifies learning in ways that challenge creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2022

It is often implemented in software on a computer. At the University of Melbourne, Professor Michael Cantoni and Professor Erik Weyer are collaborating with engineers at Rubicon Water, including Professor Iven Mareels, Dr Adair Lang and Dr Yuping Li, to improve the efficiency of gravity-fed irrigation networks.

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JUNE 30, 2016

A worldwide survey conducted by the World Economic Forum and the Boston Consulting Group confirmed that the use of educational technology fosters collaboration, problem-solving, teamwork and interpersonal communications. There are many new learning strategies that are developing from affective computing.

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APRIL 4, 2023

STEM careers are roles that utilize science, technology, engineering, and/or math to complete their daily tasks. In our rapidly changing world, STEM and STEAM workers are tasked with finding innovative solutions to real-world problems that help the United States and the world improve. What is a STEM Career?

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FEBRUARY 25, 2019

Through childhood games, they learned social skills, problem-solving, sequencing, and a whole bunch more while they thought they were doing a puzzle, building blocks, or playing dodgeball. One of its goals is to make learning computer science and programming easy. Zapzapmath–Gamify any Math Curriculum. Units are modular.

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JULY 5, 2023

To overcome these challenges, dietitians Professor Deborah Kerr and Associate Professor Carol Boushey have teamed up with computer engineer Associate Professor Fengqing (Maggie) Zhu. Most research projects face unplanned challenges, so it is important to be creative and good at problem solving.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2019

Yet, kids who can code are better at logical thinking and problem solving, more independent and self-assured, and more likely to find a job when they graduate. In fact, according to Computer Science Education , by 2020 , there will be 1.4 million coding jobs and only 400,000 applicants.

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