Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 17, 2024

Implementing Mindfulness Practices in Schools In recent years, mindfulness has gained significant traction, not just in adults’ lives but also in educational settings. Incorporating mindfulness practices in schools has proven beneficial for students’ well-being, emotional regulation, and academic success. Let’s explore why and how mindfulness practices are making their way into classrooms worldwide.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 17, 2024

My grandparents were migrant farm workers, cherry pickers and hops harvesters. Though both were born in Texas, their Mexican identity and socioeconomic status determined their day-to-day lives, but not their future. I’ve come to realize there is an unspoken pride in our family that is rooted in the Latine experience of the American Dream. My grandparents knew education was the pathway out of low wages and difficult working conditions, hence why my grandfather decided to work as a janitor at a pu

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All About STEM

JANUARY 17, 2024

GSK Regional Online Mentoring (Cumbria, Lancashire, Merseyside & Manchester) STEM Learning are running free online mentoring, funded by GSK, to support disadvantaged students, aged 13-19, who would like to explore their future career options with trained and experienced STEM professionals.

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Middle Web

JANUARY 17, 2024

After 20+ years of teaching, Dina Strasser has found one thing almost never fails to connect with adolescents: the positive reaction you get when you genuinely compliment a kid on their appearance. Check out the strategy she’s developed to help reap smiles and build rapport. The post 1 Sure Way to Make Your Students Instantly Smile first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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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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All About STEM

JANUARY 17, 2024

Your students can learn about animation by designing and making their own! In this CREST project, students can learn about different types of animation, the history of animation and how to create their own animated features. There are so many options including zoetrope animation, flipbooks, stop-motion, claymation and more! Will they channel Aardman, Pixar or Andymation?

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The Tech Savvy Science Teacher

JANUARY 17, 2024

While I hate bringing work home, it's an inevitable truth. We all know the struggle: lesson plans that pile up like epic boss battles, grading marathons that stretch into the wee hours, and emails that multiply like pesky side quests. I usually work from my couch and recently received a lap desk from CouchMaster. This isn't your average, rickety lap desk.

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STEM Sport

JANUARY 17, 2024

Welcoming a new child into the world comes with an incredible sense of responsibility, especially when it comes to education. For first-time parents, the eagerness to provide the very best for their children can be both exciting and overwhelming. In this digital age, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) education has become a cornerstone of early childhood development.

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Robot Lab

JANUARY 17, 2024

By Ellie Gabel Welding remains a vital industry, crucial in everything from construction to manufacturing. It’s a field that has continually evolved, adapting to technological advancements. Recently, there’s been a significant shift towards incorporating robotics and automation in welding processes. This shift is transforming the very nature of welding work.

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The Maker Mom

JANUARY 17, 2024

Math can be an intimidating subject to learn and one that kids either like or dislike. Learning math online can take some pressure off and allow children to absorb the information more effectively. With the right patience, kids can see the possibilities of math and how useful it is in their studies and daily life. Technology has made learning math virtually a snap, and the availability of online math classes means that every child can learn this valuable skill.

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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.

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Defined Learning

JANUARY 17, 2024

Project-based learning allows for personalized learning experiences for all students. This article provides a framework designed to ensure that PBL effectively addresses the unique needs of students specifically from Black and Brown communities.

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