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7 President’s Day Activities

Ask a Tech Teacher

Presidents’ Day is an American federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday in February–this year, February 20, 2023. It was originally established to honor George Washington, the first President of the United States, and expanded to also celebrate the birthdays and legacies of other U.S. Presidents, particularly Abraham Lincoln whose birthday is on February 12th.

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National Careers Week 2024: Resources & Skills Builder Posters

All About STEM

National Careers Week is a celebration of careers guidance and free resources in education taking place across the UK from the 4th to the 9th of March. The aim is to provide a focus on careers activities at an important stage in the academic calendar to help support young people leaving education.

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Best EdTech Tools of 2024

Teach Hub

Educational technology , also known as edtech, has emerged as a powerful ally for educators in the classroom offering a range of tools to enhance instructional methods, engage students, and create a dynamic and interactive learning experience for students. From learning management systems to collaborative platforms and educational games, the best edtech tools equip teachers with the resources they need to create a personalized learning environment that caters to diverse learning styles.

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The Educator’s Guide to Climate Emotions

Teach Science for All

Climate change is seriously affecting young people’s lives, homes, and health, even if they don’t always express it openly. Their concerns about climate change inevitably seep into their school experiences. This raises the question: What strategies can educators employ to assist young individuals in navigating these challenging emotions?

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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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A hackathon challenge

Scientix

CC-By provided by the author A hackathon offers a fun way to engage students in solving real, concrete problems. Proposing activities that implement this methodology facilitates learning, stimulates creativity, and encourages participation. The fifth-grade students of I.C. S.G. Bosco di Napoli participated in a project that involved solving exciting educational challenges.

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Skateboard STEM Challenge

Carly and Adam

Skateboard and Skatepark STEM Challenge: A Force and Motion STEM Challenge for Upper Elementary Are you ready to roll into the exciting world of STEM with your upper elementary students? Today, we're diving into a hands-on, wheels-on-the-ground project that's not only going to teach your students about science, technology, engineering, and math but also promises loads of fun and creativity.

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Bridging the Gap: Exploring the Power of APIs in Education

Informed K12

For school districts and education agencies, staying ahead means embracing innovation. The latest additions to our toolkit, Data Source API and Campaign Responses API, are prime examples of how technology can seamlessly integrate into the daily operations of school districts, providing administrators with a powerful tool to enhance communication and streamline processes.

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Feb 16, Eliminating the Parameter in Parametric Equations

Online Math for All

Eliminating the Parameter in Parametric Equations

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Science on State Street, Apr. 27, seeks exhibitors

Newton STEM

Science on State Street is Framingham State University’s annual science festival, focusing on themes relating to planet Earth, and the ways that STEM fields support environmental justice, renewable energy, and environmental sustainability. This year it will take place on April 27 , noon-3PM at the Christa Mcauliffe Center and O’Connor parking lot at Framingham State University.

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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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Feb 16, Shortcut to Find Square Root of Complex Number

Online Math for All

Shortcut to Find Square Root of Complex Number

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Multiply a Two Digit Number by 101 in one Second

Basic-Mathematics

Use this trick to multiply a two-digit number by 101 in one second or less

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Feb 16, Square Root of a Complex Number

Online Math for All

Square Root of a Complex Number

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Free 2024 Web Design Career Infographic for Educators

CTE Learning

In today's digital age, the demand for web design skills is skyrocketing. From small businesses to multinational corporations, everyone needs a strong online presence to thrive in the global market. Learning web design not only opens up a world of opportunities but also equips you with valuable skills that are highly sought after in various industries.

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Downloadable Design Briefs for an Integrative STEM Curriculum

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!

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Free 2024 Web Design Infographic for Educators

CTE Learning

In today's digital age, the demand for web design skills is skyrocketing. From small businesses to multinational corporations, everyone needs a strong online presence to thrive in the global market. Learning web design not only opens up a world of opportunities but also equips you with valuable skills that are highly sought after in various industries.