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Constructing a Successful STEM Lesson

STEM Education Works

Use hands-on, project-based learning as a primary tool for instruction. LET QUESTIONS DRIVE THE LEARNING PROCESS When constructing a STEM lesson, it’s essential to provide students with plenty of opportunities to reflect on lesson content and to thoughtfully formulate questions based on their past and present experiences.

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Microchip Companies Create Child Care Programs to Win Federal Funds

ED Surge

The grant money comes from the CHIPS and Science Act, which passed in 2022 and includes $50 billion to expand semiconductor manufacturing and research in the United States. The semiconductor industry is projecting a shortage of around 90,000 workers, and the construction industry is already having trouble filling over 400,000 positions.

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The Importance of STEM Education in Primary Schools

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Students’ perception is one of the most important nuances in primary school. However, the target group of studies is for the most part high school children but rarely primary school children. However, during primary education, children begin to acquire many concepts, including science, technology, mathematics and engineering.

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Making Children's Media about STEM More Inclusive

ED Surge

Kareem Edouard has been doing research for years on how to make children’s media more inclusive. He’s applying his research as a creative producer for a new show on PBS called Work It Out Wombats! Kareem Edouard: The primary work with my production hat is nuance. How did you come to work on a show for PBS applying your research?

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When Best Practices Fail Black and Brown Students, We Must Challenge Our Moral Contradictions

ED Surge

As I searched for the “why” behind my contradictions, I thought about research and best practices and found a disconnect between the standards expected of “urban” schools—code for schools that serve predominantly Black and Brown students—and schools that are considered “elite” and exemplar. What Standard?

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Creating the world’s largest 3D-printed structure

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A digital twin of a structural geometry such as the Las Vegas Raiders’ torch is developed by constructing a model of the structure that includes the anisotropic material properties of the printed system, as well as the multiple joining elements,” explains Byron. The team knew the torch would look good, but would it be safe.

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How To Boost Student Engagement: Modern Tools for Math Teachers

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Computers & Mobile Devices Computers and mobile devices like smartphones and tablets are the primary way learners access the internet. Interactive Geometry Tools Students can learn how to create and manipulate geometric shapes and constructions using interactive geometry tools.