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Engineering in Elementary School

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Integrating engineering concepts into elementary education is a crucial topic in this day and age. It's about preparing students for a future where technology and engineering are central. Engineering makes the world of technology clear and interesting to young learners.

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Graphing–9 Lesson Plans + 6 Online Resources

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Problem Solving : Graphs provide a way to solve problems and make predictions. Whether it’s analyzing trends in data, finding optimal solutions in optimization problems, or understanding the behavior of functions, graphing is a valuable tool for problem-solving.

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Boosting Critical Thinking: STEM Board Games for All Ages

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In today’s digital age, it’s easy for children and adults alike to get lost in screens and technology. However, it’s important to remember the value of unplugging and engaging in activities that promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Why Are STEM Board Games Important?

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5 Unplugged Hour of Code Activities

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The idea started as a clever way to teach students to think critically and problem-solve, show them that deep thinking was fun and problem-solving exhilarating. It’s easy to conflate coding with computers but its core is problem-solving and critical thinking.

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Engaging with Engineering: Empowering Your Child's Future during Engineers Week!

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stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. By incorporating hands-on activities into our children's curriculum, it will help them to improve skills like: Creativity Critical Thinking Independent Thinking Brainstorming Problem-solving Teamwork Welcome parents and teachers!

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6 Unplugged Hour of Code Activities

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The idea started as a clever way to teach students to think critically and problem-solve. One hour, according to Hour of Code, would show them that deep thinking was fun and problem-solving was exhilarating. Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. I happen to agree.

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Mastermind Challenges: Problem Solving VR Games

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As a problem-solving enthusiast, I’ve always been fascinated by the power of virtual reality. With VR games, I can truly unlock the potential of my mind and enhance my problem-solving skills. Get ready to break barriers, explore new horizons, and uncover the future of problem solving in the virtual world.