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4 Reasons to use Word Problems and 9 Online Resources

Ask a Tech Teacher

Word problems are popular and fun methods of teaching math and English in many schools. Why? See which of these you agree with: Real-world relevance : They present scenarios that make concepts more tangible and help students see the practical applications of what they are learning. Critical thinking : They require students analyze information, identify relevant concepts.

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How Is the ‘College Is a Scam’ Narrative Influencing Who Chooses to Go to Campus?

ED Surge

The value of college is something that people used to pretty much agree on. In 2013, a little over a decade ago, the number of young people who thought a college degree was very important was 74 percent, according to a Gallup poll. By 2019 that had fallen to just 41 percent. So what is happening here? Of course there are many factors, but in this same period of time there have been a growing number of messages in popular culture giving highly skeptical views of college.

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How to Create Apps in the Classroom and Inspire Design Thinking

Cool Cat Teacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Students can build apps and collaboration skills at the same time. Today's episode features my friend Alefiya Master, the CEO of MAD-Learn, and the sponsor of today's show. We discuss the transformative role of app-building, collaborative learning, design thinking, and the importance of authentic learning experiences.

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‘A Condemnation’: Under Mental Health Strains, Students Weigh Quitting College

ED Surge

When college students think about quitting, it’s most likely because of mental health strain or stress. That’s according to the recent data from the “ State of Higher Education Study ,” conducted by the analytics company Gallup and the private foundation Lumina. For the study, researchers interviewed 6,015 enrolled students, 5,012 formerly enrolled students who never completed their program and 3,005 adults who never enrolled in higher education.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

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.

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British Science Week: STEM Ambassador Webinars for Schools

All About STEM

There’s still time to book your school slot for a British Science Week STEM ambassador webinar! These sessions are perfect to stream in class. BSW 2024: Animals & Fossils! (KS2/7-11) BSW 2024: Met Police present Biometrics – Past, Present & Future (KS3&4) BSW 2024: Engineering Storytime! (EY&KS1/4-7) Don’t forget to check out the upcoming ‘my job as…’ events too.

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NEW: Destination STEM Website

All About STEM

Destination STEM is STEM Learning’s new sub-brand, designed for young people and centred around STEM careers. “Destination STEM provides support, advice, and opportunities to help you explore pathways into STEM careers, develop your STEM skills, and connect you with STEM employers.

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Best STEM Summer Camps in Phoenix 2024

The Maker Mom

Phoenix offers plenty of learning opportunities for kids through summer camps in the Greater Phoenix area. Whether your children are interested in learning about animals and the natural world or building robotic LEGOS and learning how to code, a perfect STEM camp awaits them. With half and full-day options for all school ages, you can find programs that suit any interests and family schedule.

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6 STEM Literacy Activities for the Classroom

STEM Sport

STEM is a common term for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This term is frequently used when discussing education and certain workforce areas. When talking about STEM, a common topic is STEM literacy. STEM literacy is achieved when an individual comprehensively understands STEM concepts and can connect them to real-world scenarios. 1.

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A Call to Action for Revitalizing STEM Education (Opinion)

ED Week

An educational consultant and former educator discusses the importance of STEM education in this letter to the editor.

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Harnessing The Power Of Math Manipulatives

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.

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Mar 12, Finding Quadratic Functions Worksheet

Online Math for All

Finding Quadratic Functions Worksheet

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Mar 13, Factorial Worksheet

Online Math for All

Factorial Worksheet

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Mar 12, Quadratic Function Axis of Symmetry and Vertex Worksheet

Online Math for All

Quadratic Function Axis of Symmetry and Vertex Worksheet

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