Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 29, 2023

Learning to code is akin to receiving the key to a world of opportunities. It’s not about zeros and ones, or math and science. It’s about solving problems kids didn’t think they could, in creative ways that feel good. It gives students the power to shape a world they’re becoming part of, for many the key to a brighter future than their current one.

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ED Surge

AUGUST 29, 2023

If you’ve ever been a student, then you’ve probably done a group project at some point. And you most likely also have a horror story about a group project that went terribly wrong. That trend was clear when EdSurge recently took a microphone to one campus and asked several students to share their group project horror stories. Every student we talked to had one.

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STEM Next

AUGUST 29, 2023

Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) can spark curiosity in children that can inspire a lasting love of learning. Interest may start with a project to restore a local watershed ; a role model who shares her passion for electrical engineering, Star Wars, and her pets ; words of encouragement from a teacher; or a shout out by a peer.

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ED Surge

AUGUST 29, 2023

How would you react if you learned that one of your students felt that you don’t treat them like a full person, with a life and responsibilities beyond the classroom? This is a real scenario we encountered during a focus group last school year with a group of high school students in Florida who were asked to provide feedback on their teachers. My colleagues at the Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning ( CASEL ) were there to gather data on how teachers can help students thriv

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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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Middle Web

AUGUST 29, 2023

What teachers do the first weeks of school has a dramatic effect on student engagement and achievement the rest of the year. Building a classroom culture of learning and questioning – co-created with students – paves the road to success. Jackie Walsh and colleagues show us how. The post Co-Create a Learning Culture with Students first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Teachers are Terrific

AUGUST 29, 2023

Are you looking for supplemental materials for your study of muscles and bones? I have ideas for you! One year we were in the midst of a STEM Challenge about robotic hands and I discovered students did not know how muscles and bones worked together. We had to stop and learn all about ligaments, tendons, muscles, and the skeleton. I love it when this happens, don’t you?

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 29, 2023

They say that the future belongs to those who embrace STEM education. As someone deeply passionate about driving innovation and progress, I believe in the power of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics to shape our world. In this article, we will explore the importance of STEM education and training strategy. We’ll delve into the current challenges faced in this field and discuss strategies for fostering interest in STEM subjects.

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Teachers are Terrific

AUGUST 29, 2023

These are the best teamwork challenges I have tried! Teams must work together because each builds only part of the structure! A teamwork challenge! Two teams working together, you say? Some of you might say it is hard enough to get one team to work together! Well, I have some STEM challenges that are perfect for this. And, they work! In this post, for your convenience, you may find Amazon Affiliate links to resources.

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STEM Sport

AUGUST 29, 2023

The arrival of football season is met with contagious enthusiasm, igniting the passion of fans of all ages. By leveraging the popularity of football, educators can use students’ interests outside the classroom to their benefit and increase lesson engagement. One innovative approach educators can take is integrating STEM curriculum into football themed lessons.

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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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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 29, 2023

As I step into the classroom, I am filled with excitement and anticipation. The future of STEM education lies in the hands of passionate and dedicated teachers like myself. In this article, we will delve into the world of STEM teacher jobs, exploring their importance, qualifications, and different roles. We’ll also discuss the challenges and rewards that come with teaching STEM subjects and explore innovative approaches in education.

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The Science Penguin

AUGUST 29, 2023

Teachers have questions. I (Ari) am here to answer them for you. Remember, implementation of the new science TEKS is not until the 2024-2025 school year. The Science Penguin is pre-releasing 5th-grade phenomena-based units for the new TEKS a year early! Why release them early? We want teachers who are ready to try something new to go ahead dip their toes in the water and enjoy these brand-new units!

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Defined Learning

AUGUST 29, 2023

Project-based learning grounded in authentic career scenarios is an effective approach for both general and career education.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 29, 2023

Meta Description: Discover the ultimate gathering for STEM teachers at Uniting Minds: STEM Teacher Conferences 2023. As I walk into the grand conference hall, the buzz of excitement fills the air. STEM Teacher conferences are about to begin, and I can’t help but feel a surge of anticipation. The next few days promise to be filled with inspiring keynote speakers, interactive workshop sessions, and valuable networking opportunities.

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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!

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Futurum

AUGUST 29, 2023

Classroom resources for the new school year Tweet Share 0 Skype Reddit +1 Pinterest 0 LinkedIn 0 Email Are you looking for free and engaging educational resources to use in your classroom? Look no further! As students and teachers head back to school, why not use our free educational resources in your lessons? At Futurum, we work with researchers and academics from all disciplines to create classroom resources for schools.

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