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APRIL 8, 2024

High School collects a diverse group of students into a large learning community, but it also prepares teenagers for a future as variable as any we can imagine. Yet, the one-size-fits-all model persists in many high schools. Could we expand high school options to guarantee every student’s success?

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FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Graphing is an important skill for students whether they go to college after High School or start a career. Critical Thinking : Interpreting graphs requires critical thinking skills. Encouraging creativity in graphing assignments can make the learning process more engaging and enjoyable for students.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 24, 2024

Tools like ChatGPT have quickly destabilized our thoughts about the future of school and work. One role of schools is to prepare students for the future. One role of schools is to prepare students for the future. But how can teachers and schools fulfill this obligation when the future is so uncertain?

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MAY 9, 2024

Curriculum Alignment: SplashLearn aligns closely with school curricula, reinforcing classroom learning with games and activities. These games include puzzles and quizzes that enhance critical thinking skills and offer a fun break from traditional learning. These worksheets serve as excellent reinforcement tools.

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JUNE 8, 2023

It’s no secret many parents are frustrated with public schools. Are kids learning to think or just to pass tests? Consider a pedagogy that transcends rote memorization and the stock drills often found in today’s classrooms, expects critical thinking that teaches how to learn anything — not just school subjects.

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ED Surge

MAY 15, 2024

STEM identity can last a lifetime and help students thrive in school, future careers and life. As the demand for digital skills grows, schools must develop inclusive programs to engage diverse learners. Preparing future global innovators takes a district-wide team of facilitators, classroom teachers and school administrators.

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Cool Cat Teacher

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In this episode, we welcome Billy Krakower, a nationally recognized educator with 16 years of experience and a passion for bringing technology and creativity into the classroom. Currently teaching STEM at the Middle School level in North New Jersey.

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MARCH 12, 2024

Word problems are popular and fun methods of teaching math and English in many schools. Critical thinking : They require students analyze information, identify relevant concepts.

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MAY 3, 2024

A laser cutter can spark creativity among students. Students, as well as teachers, enjoy using a school laser cutter. It is a perfect option for K-12 schools, colleges, universities, DIY enthusiasts, artists, professionals, etc. It is completely safe and easy to use in schools and has the capability to turn learning into fun.

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AUGUST 7, 2023

As a result, traditional teaching methods may not prepare students for the challenges and opportunities of the post-High School world. Student-centered approach: Shifting the focus from the teacher as the primary source of knowledge to fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration in students.

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JULY 10, 2023

3 Fun Ways to Use Tech in the Classroom in the Run-Up to Summer Summer is right around the corner and as a teacher, you might be in search of creative ways to leverage technology to ensure your classroom remains an entertaining, engaging and educational space. Fear not, we’ve got you covered! Let’s dive in!

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Stem Education News

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Science projects for school students are more than just educational exercises; they are gateways to curiosity and hands-on learning for students. By engaging in these projects, students get a chance to explore scientific concepts firsthand, fostering critical thinking and creativity.

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MAY 5, 2023

Students might have to plug in different numbers, but there wasn’t a ton of critical thinking in the end. I have wondered, “How could I have made more room for creativity in my science class?” The students, however, at least had a chance at creativity when asking them, and they buy in as they see them answered.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2023

AI tutors, virtual assistants, and adaptive learning platforms are being adopted by schools, colleges, and universities around the world. The traditional critical thinking, writing and social skills developed through human interaction could suffer. As well as this, here are some other cons to using AI in an educational setting.

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ED Surge

MARCH 22, 2022

School is not the problem. This statement was shared by a former middle school student of mine during his freshman year of high school. John* was getting all A’s and one B in stark contrast to the B’s, C’s, and D’s received in middle school. But my school doesn’t work that way. Morita, you were wrong.

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DECEMBER 4, 2023

This explains why most high schools and colleges now include extracurricular activities when evaluating admissions. Unfortunately, not all schools offer extracurricular activities. Not all schools offer extracurricular activities that suit your kids’ interests. For instance, very few schools offer piano lessons.

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Imagine IM’s Inspire Math video Climbing Mount Everest links the drama of mountaineering to middle school work on percentages. It fosters critical thinking, problem-solving skills and a deeper understanding of mathematical principles by placing students as active learners rather than passive recipients of information.

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DECEMBER 18, 2023

She underscores the potential of AI-generated content to empower students, granting them agency over their learning journey, fostering higher-order thinking skills and introducing innovative educational challenges. I believe in humans so heavily; that's where the creativity is going to come from. It's not going to come from AI.

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STEM Education Shopping

APRIL 14, 2023

How Dash Robot Inspires Creativity ? As an expert in inspiring creativity , we want to share our first-hand experience with the Wonder Workshop Dash Robot. This innovative toy is more than just a robot, it’s a creative companion that can help kids develop a range of skills in a fun and engaging way.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

As a lecturer at the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs, where I teach econometrics and research methods, I spend a lot of time thinking about the intersection between data, education and social justice — and how generative AI will reshape the experience of gathering, analyzing and using data for change.

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Defined Learning

JULY 14, 2023

These skills “include a combination of how you use what you know – skills like critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity – as well as character skills like fortitude, growth mindset, and leadership.” - America Succeeds. Yet there is a set of very important skills that will last a lifetime.

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DECEMBER 8, 2023

But here’s my issue: Too often, kids forget that the goal is to practice critical thinking and problem solving, not pursue a career in programming. It’s easy to conflate coding with computers but its core is problem-solving and critical thinking. Hour of Code does that every year for oh-so-many students.

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Vivify Stem

JANUARY 24, 2024

Post by Michelle Bogden & Natasha Wilkerson January 22, 2024 Unleash Creativity, Communication, Collaboration, and Critical Thinking in your Students! Challenge your students to complete astronaut training to collect all four badges: creativity, communication, collaboration, and critical thinking!

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Yet many students, even those who perform well in high school English classes and those who enjoy writing, struggle to express themselves effectively through personal essays. The dismal student-to-counselor ratio in American high schools is another challenge. So, how can schools help students overcome these challenges?

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JANUARY 30, 2023

At Indian Prairie School District (IPSD), located just west of Chicago, one of the crucial alignment points—a “north star,” if you will—for the district’s 35 schools is its Portrait of a Graduate profile.

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STEM Education Shopping

JULY 31, 2023

Photo by Julia M Cameron: [link] Why Stem Is Important In Schools? The Power of STEM in Schools and Ignite a Lifelong Passion for All Lessons – Are you curious about why STEM is so important in schools? Why Stem Is Important In Schools? Well, look no further! Furthermore, these skills are transferable.

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CTE Learning

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

It empowers them with a toolset that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and a deep understanding of digital communication. Our Web Design course helps equip middle school and high school students with web design skills that they can build on in their future professional and educational endeavors.

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ED Surge

MARCH 13, 2023

In the process, students develop persistence and creativity while teachers connect their learning with professional standards aligned with ISTE micro-credentials. Tony Lam, head of mathematics at Marymount Primary School in Hong Kong, recognized the mindset change required to create a student-centered coding experience.

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The Need for AI Literacy in Education The rapidly evolving space of artificial intelligence (AI) requires school and district leaders to make sense of how emerging technology applications, including those that use generative AI (Gen AI), are being integrated into schools and districts across the United States. What Is AI Literacy?

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 23, 2023

As a teacher, I know the importance of fostering teamwork and problem-solving skills in our middle school students. That’s why I’m excited to share with you a collection of engaging activities that will not only bring your students closer together but also enhance their critical thinking abilities.

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Defined Learning

DECEMBER 5, 2023

With the growing influence of technology in both the workplace and schools, STEM and coding education are becoming increasingly more important across all grade levels. STEM and coding foster skills such as critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, teamwork, and more.

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MARCH 28, 2024

Classroom Easter Egg Hunt K-5, ESL In this Easter egg hunt, students work in groups to find paper eggs hidden around the room or school. Easter Fun Preschool-1 This site provides three Easter games that require critical thinking and problem-solving from youngsters. Nicely, it also aligns gameplay with the national standards met.

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Cool Cat Teacher

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

From using Animate from Audio to create animated reflections to using Text to Image to create generative AI art, Jesse provides practical tips and ideas for teachers to empower their students through creativity. Voiceover for reflection and sharing creative work. So this is a really cool creative tool that can be used by anybody.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Explore the Ideal Subjects to Nurture your Strengths Choosing what to study after high school can be tough. It suggests that people have a dominant side of their brain, which influences their thinking and learning styles. These subjects involve critical thinking, problem-solving and a strong understanding of scientific principles.

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OCTOBER 7, 2021

It focuses on building student creativity, critical thinking, and independence–skills students need to become prosperous, happy adults. Its purpose is to spark student creativity and empower them to explore their passions at their own pace. If you are joining from a school already on Tract, log in will be immediate!

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

A Difference of Opinion People are still figuring out what the boundaries of this shiny, new piece of technology are in education, says Stephen Aguilar, an assistant professor at the University of Southern California Rossier School of Education. Those teachers were largely white and from public schools, introducing limitations.

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Top 10 Sciencekits

AUGUST 17, 2023

As we gear up for the back-to-school season of 2023, educators are embracing innovative ways to engage students in the fascinating world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). One such dynamic approach gaining traction is the use of STEM subscription boxes for in-school activities.

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