ED Surge
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
As a math educator at the high school and middle school levels, I lived for the moments when students’ furrowed brows ever-so-slightly began to unfold and smiles emerged. Those “aha” moments were often accompanied with a gleeful, “I get it!” I refer to those epiphanies, when the metaphorical light bulb above a student’s head switches on, as “luminations.
Cool Cat Teacher
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter We educators constantly seek new ways to engage our students and enhance their learning experiences. Recently, I introduced voice interactions with ChatGPT in my classroom using a Custom GPT that I made. (Note: If you’re new to ChatGPT, start with my blog post on What is ChatGPT ?
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Teachers are Terrific
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Perfect for the holiday season and a unique, highly engaging STEM Activity! This unique STEM Challenge came about because I grabbed some boxes of candy canes at a really low price and then had to decide what to do with them. I thought about it briefly and then had a great brain pop! At first, I was thinking of giving each team 5 or so candy canes, but I decided that was not going to be cost-effective for me.
Cool Cat Teacher
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In my recent experiments with Voice ChatGPT during my daily commutes, I've discovered some fascinating insights and practical applications for educators. Before I dig into the nuts and bolts of this experience, here's an overview into of the journey of using this tool for drafting blog posts and planning lessons: The Microphone shows on my phone app.
Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape
The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.
Box Light
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Ever thought about those amazing folks who step in for our regular teachers and keep the learning going smoothly? Let's talk about those dynamic “Guest Educators” and recognize their efforts on Substitute Teachers Day (November 17, 2023).
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Box Light
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
As we wrap up American Education Week , we applaud the relentless dedication of educators and their pivotal role in enriching the lives and learning experiences of their students. The education landscape is constantly evolving, and learning to navigate change is vital. As we continue to appreciate educators, let's explore how change management, professional development, and ongoing support are empowering educators to be even more amazing than they already are.
Stem Education News
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
In the dynamic landscape of modern education, robotics has emerged as an enthralling and effective tool to captivate the imagination of children and students alike. The surge in popularity of robotics education for young learners underscores its potential to cultivate ingenuity, critical analysis, and technical prowess. However, beyond its technological allure, the true strength of […] The post DIY Robotics and Teamwork: Collaborative Learning Opportunities for Children appeared first on S
STEMe
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Newnan, GA Have you ever noticed how you tend to enjoy things more after you encounter them a few times? Whether it's a song, a classmate, or even a particular brand at the supermarket, there is a link between familiarity and preference. This occurrence is a psychological phenomenon called the mere exposure effect. In this article, we'll look at the mere exposure effect, explore its real-life applications, and investigate the science behind why familiarity increases preference.
Carly and Adam
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
The following is a guest blog post by Jed Dearybury ! A few weeks ago, I was working with the amazing faculty at Belton Early Childhood School (BECS in Belton, TX. This is my third school year delivering play-based professional learning to the teachers there, and the administrators asked that I focus our day of learning on critical thinking. “Critical Thinking” a buzzword we hear often in the EDU world, especially in STEM spaces.
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Mathematics, a subject steeped in abstract concepts, often poses challenges to students, especially those in grades 5-10. But imagine a bridge that transformed this intricate maze into an interactive adventure.
STEMe
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Ashburn, VA America’s economy forever changed following a disastrous event taking place on September 29, 2008. To comprehend the events of the situation, the primary logic of banking requires initial understanding. The system in which loans were distributed was that someone would require a loan from a bank, and the bank would ensure they are a good candidate by referencing their credit score and job history for reliability of payment.
Kid Spark Education
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Fall into STEM with seven new interactive elementary STEM activities by Kid Spark Education for kindergarten through 5th grade.
Stem Geek
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
LEGO Creator sets are some of the most versatile out there. With more generic designs and fewer specialty pieces than many other sets, they are intended to spark creativity and fit seamlessly into your existing. The post Best LEGO Creator Sets – Take Your Pick From These 7 Gems! appeared first on STEM Geek.
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These easy-to-use design briefs outline student objectives, challenges, and materials needed to complete each 30-minute to 4-hour lesson. ITEEA’s Integrative STEM curriculum, Engineering byDesign, includes many more standards driven hands-on activities just like these!
Stem Geek
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
LEGO has been one of the top STEM toys for decades. Star Wars is one of the biggest franchises in history. So it makes sense that they’d come together to make LEGO Star Wars sets. The post 7 Best LEGO Star Wars Sets | Our Top Picks of All Time! appeared first on STEM Geek.
Online Math for All
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
Word Problems on Digits and Numbers
Online Math for All
NOVEMBER 17, 2023
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