Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 14, 2023

Tools like Siri, Alexa, ChatGPT, and a plethora of apps seem perfect for handling the repetitive and time-consuming aspects of education that take teachers away from the core of most lessons that require critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving.

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Box Light

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Coding cultivates vital skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and computational thinking, applicable throughout the curriculum. When students engage in coding activities, they are presented with real-world challenges that require logical reasoning and creativity to solve.

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Teach Hub

MARCH 26, 2024

This is a designated area for hands-on learning that helps to foster creativity and other essential skills among students. This concept has grown dramatically since educators are seeing how well it fosters student engagement and social interaction. Here are a few tips on how to get started.

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Patrick's Day STEM Centers transform the classroom into a dynamic learning environment, where students engage with science, technology, engineering, and math through themed activities. Patrick’s Day Creativity Challenges 2. Students can create their own art or be inspired from some of the included inspiration images.

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 25, 2024

Fairy tales are more than just enchanting stories that whisk children away to a magical realm; they are a treasure trove for igniting imagination and critical thinking through STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) challenges. Create a Bridge for the Three Billy Goats Gruff 1.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 26, 2023

It is truly remarkable to see students engage with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in ways that ignite their curiosity and fuel their passion for learning. In this article, we will explore the crucial role that teachers play in empowering students’ minds through STEM education.

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Chillax Science

MAY 3, 2023

Ultimately, knowing a range of science education teaching methods allows competent teachers (and homeschool parents) to create a dynamic and supportive learning environment that promotes student engagement, curiosity, and achievement. Criticism: It forces connections in topics or ages that are inappropriate.

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STEM Sport

MAY 30, 2023

This quickly changing landscape emphasizes the need for innovative STEM curricula that teaches students the importance of adaptability, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. This article talks about the importance of an environment that encourages creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking.

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Teach Hub

MARCH 15, 2024

Stimulates Creativity When you’re unsure about something, it’s convenient to simply “Google” it for a quick answer. However, without technology, you’re compelled to engage in critical thinking. Tech breaks can help alleviate digital fatigue, stress levels, and our overall well-being.

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CTE Learning

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

As middle and students embark on their educational journey, introducing them to web design goes beyond creating aesthetically pleasing websites. It empowers them with a toolset that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and a deep understanding of digital communication.

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STEM Education Works

MARCH 27, 2024

Makerspaces are workspaces where students can create and explore technology, individually or as a team, and expand upon what they learned in the classroom. In this way, developing a classroom makerspace offers students a creative place to build upon their STEM knowledge and skills.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 13, 2021

The platform focuses on student growth and learning rather than state or international standards (it does meet them–just don’t look for that in the detail). The purpose of its videos, hands-on projects, and more is to spark student creativity, empower them to explore their own passions at their own pace.

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Carly and Adam

MAY 1, 2024

It's a day where math, science, engineering, and technology illuminate through fun, hands-on activities that spark students' curiosity and foster creativity. This blog post will guide teachers on hosting a successful STEM Glow Day using various engaging centers. Why Host a Glow Day? How do you plan a Glow Day?

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Here, we delve into creative and engaging activities that bring the concept of a solar eclipse to life in the classroom. These activities are perfect for elementary school teachers looking to inspire their students with the wonders of the cosmos through STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 24, 2023

In this article, I will share a variety of classroom activities designed to help students explore solutions to problems. By using active learning strategies, we can foster critical thinking skills and encourage collaboration among students. KEY TAKEAWAY What are problem solving classroom activities?

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STEM Education Shopping

JULY 31, 2023

By understanding the importance of STEM education, you can effectively engage your students in hands-on activities that promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Moreover, it fosters creativity and encourages you to think outside the box, pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

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STEM Education Shopping

JULY 30, 2023

The Best Resources and Strategies Review: Stem Curriculum Guides to Engage Students and Ignite passion for All Lessons (2023) Benefits of STEM Education STEM education offers numerous benefits that can ignite a passion for learning and empower you to become the innovator and problem-solver of tomorrow.

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STEM Sport

DECEMBER 12, 2023

During these colder months, when outdoor adventures are limited, it’s crucial to find creative ways to engage young minds and bodies. Focusing on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) activities can be an excellent strategy to keep students engaged in winter.

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 5, 2023

STEM classrooms can offer students experiences to engage students in the scientific method or the engineering design process as they develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This inclusion alters the focus on the original content areas and infuses creativity and design.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 27, 2023

One benefit of integrative learning is the development of critical thinking skills. When I engage in integrative activities, I am challenged to analyze information from multiple perspectives and evaluate its relevance to the topic at hand. This process strengthens my ability to think critically and make informed decisions.

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STEM Sport

APRIL 25, 2023

In recent years, educators have been diversifying their approach to classroom lesson plans, which has impacted the way assessments are given to students. Many of these new, unique approaches are showing signs of increased student engagement, retention, and comprehension of the classroom curriculum.

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STEM Sport

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

There are real-world applications to the math lessons that help keep students engaged and better understand what they are learning matters. Through this lesson, they will exercise their critical thinking skills and tap into their creative side. Numbers in Nature and Art Math is all around us!

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ED Surge

MARCH 18, 2022

But if you need evidence of student engagement, you’ll need to design your online course to stimulate it, with mini-quizzes and mini-exercises, among other interactive activities.” It can take time and creativity to incorporate on-campus, active-learning strategies delivered effectively on campus into successful remote instruction.

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STEM Sport

JUNE 20, 2023

By introducing STEM education into the classroom curriculum, students improve their STEM literacy to help prepare them for future careers and strengthen their 21st-century skills. Why STEM Literacy Matters for Kids STEM education promotes critical thinking by encouraging students to ask questions, analyze information, and evaluate evidence.

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Carly and Adam

OCTOBER 8, 2021

STEM Challenges and Books for Elementary Students During the Month of December STEM learning is the integration of science, technology, engineering, and math. It is a hands-on way for kids to extend their learning in these subject areas while developing creativity and critical thinking skills. Get the STEM Menus here!

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STEM Sport

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Comprehension, Critical Thinking, & Problem-Solving Comprehension, critical thinking, and problem-solving are key skills to success in the STEM workforce. Collaborative Problem-Solving: Promote teamwork by assigning group projects that challenge students to work together to solve complex problems.

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STEM Education Shopping

MAY 15, 2023

We will explore the different ways that Cue Robot can be used for data collection and analysis while also discussing how it can enhance students’ creativity and critical thinking skills through problem-solving activities.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 29, 2023

It equips students with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in an increasingly complex and technologically-driven world. Firstly, STEM education ( 2 ) fosters critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. This includes learning effective instructional strategies that promote student engagement and understanding.

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Trina Deboree Teaching and Learning

JULY 5, 2021

Many teachers are looking for ways to bring more hands-on critical thinking into their classrooms, especially after a lot of screen time in the past year with COVID. No matter what you have to teach, students can be creative, direct their own learning, and make productive mistakes, or experience productive struggle. (To

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Teach Hub

MARCH 4, 2024

This is a great setup to encourage students to participate as well as engage the listeners actively. Why Student Participation Matters for Us and Them The advantages of student engagement go much further than just day-to-day classroom activities.

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Carly and Adam

JANUARY 12, 2023

This post will share some suggestions to help you provide valuable feedback during report card time, as well as some areas to consider as you share progress on student learning. Developing the creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and communication skills in our students is important.

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STEM Sport

JANUARY 23, 2024

Student Engagement: Evaluate how the curriculum engages students and stimulates their interest in STEM. By integrating subjects beyond the traditional STEM boundaries, such as the humanities and arts, students gain a more holistic understanding of the material.

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CoderZ

APRIL 13, 2023

By incorporating game-based learning into the classroom, teachers can increase student engagement, help students to better retain information, and create an enjoyable learning environment. Game-based learning (GBL) is the use of interactive tools and digital games to engage students in the learning process.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 28, 2023

Participants will discover innovative approaches to teaching STEM subjects that promote critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and collaboration among students. They will explore inquiry-based learning, project-based learning, and other student-centered instructional methods.

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 29, 2022

Students are coloring in the binary code on their paper before they create their bracelets. An observer might walk away and think that students were “just drawing,” even though drawing can be an important part of the planning process for students engaged in engineering and design. These aren’t crafts.

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PCS Edventures

AUGUST 8, 2023

Once kids begin to code, you’ll see that it fosters these skills and characteristics in learners: develops computational thinking enhances executive functioning skills encourages creative thinkers and innovators At what age can learners begin to code? Studies show that children can start coding as young as 5 years old.

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STEM Sport

AUGUST 23, 2022

As educators, we know that students do not all learn in the same way or have the same interests. Teaching different STEM lessons with varying educational approaches is the most effective way to maximize student engagement. Project-based learning: Students develop and use STEM skills in a project setting. Be Hands-On.

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