Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Here are the most-read posts for the month of October: 9 Online Resources to Assist with ESL and ELL Tech Tip #14: Desktop Icons Disappear? Photoshop for Fifth Graders–Auto-fixes Tech Ed Resources–Mentoring and Coaching 12 Online Resources About 3D Printing What do Parents Ask About Technology in Education? Tech Tip #109 Five-second Backup Easy Photo Editing in MS Word 8 Online Resources for Animation How to Find Reliable Internet Sources Here’s a preview of what’s coming up in Octob

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The need to strengthen the science, technology, math and engineering (STEM) careers pipeline has received renewed interest lately. Whether students can successfully flow through the pipeline to fill vital jobs in the country may have significance for the national interest , according to some observers. So what would it take to make STEM truly open to would-be future scientists?

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All About STEM

OCTOBER 3, 2023

CREST has created a fantastic Bronze Award SEND resource. The ‘Pizza Box Project‘ allows students to work like scientists, designers and engineers as they learn about packaging construction to design and make their own strong pizza boxes and put them to the test. “During the project, there’s the option to make a pizza template to check box size or make and use a real pizza – DELICIOUS!

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 3, 2023

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Robert Groven, director of the Minnesota Urban Debate League, has been coaching high school debate competitions for more than 30 years, and he’s noticed a marked shift in student behavior in the past decade or so. During debate exercises, there’s been a “consolidation” around points of view that are more left-leaning, he says, and a reluctance to make the case for extreme right-leaning positions.

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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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EiE Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Happy Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month! In celebration, we are excited to spotlight STEM innovators of Latin and Hispanic descent!

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National Science Foundation

OCTOBER 3, 2023

A Framework for K-12 Science Education (National Research Council, 2012) served as the foundation for the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS; NGSS Lead States, 2013a). During the past decade, 20 states and the District of Columbia adopted the NGSS, and 28 additional states developed their own standards based on the Framework. The NGSS are expected of all students, hence “all standards, all students” with a focus on equity (NGSS Lead States, 2013b).

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STEMx

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Join us for The STEM Innovation Forum: Activating Collaborations to Advance an Inclusive STEM Workforce The STEM Innovation Forum is taking place on October 19th and 20th at the new, state-of-the-art Colorado State University Spur Campus in Denver, Colorado. The Forum will engage stakeholders across the STEM education and workforce development ecosystem.

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MooMoo Math & Science

OCTOBER 3, 2023

A barrier island is a long, narrow island that runs parallel to the mainland coast. It is separated from the mainland by a body of water, such as a lagoon, or a sound which is a relatively narrow body of water between the mainland and an island. Barrier islands are formed by sediment that is transported by waves and currents from the mainland. They protect the mainland from erosion and storm surge.

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STEM Sport

OCTOBER 3, 2023

In today’s rapidly changing world, the demand for qualified, passionate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) professionals continues to grow. STEM careers are at the forefront of innovation and progress, shaping the future in a variety of ways. To prepare students for these exciting opportunities, educators play a pivotal role in providing students with the necessary skills and knowledge.

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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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MooMoo Math & Science

OCTOBER 3, 2023

River deltas form when a river carrying sediment reaches a body of water, such as a lake or an ocean. As rivers flow they pick up small particles,rocks, sand and other items created from weathering and erosion. Erosion is the process in which materials are worn away and transported by natural forces such as wind or water.As a river enters a body of water like an ocean, or a lake it slows down and the sediment will begin to be deposited.

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OCTOBER 3, 2023

Integrate STEM in your classroom this Halloween Season with a Creepy Carrots themed STEM Challenge ! Looking for a fun Halloween Read Aloud STEM Challenge for Kids?! Challenge your students to help Jasper Rabbit contain the creepy carrots by building a fence around the garden. Material List: Clothespins Popsicle Sticks Garden Template Creepy Carrots!

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Online Math for All

OCTOBER 3, 2023

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OCTOBER 3, 2023

Urban farming for urban families Published: Our well-being is intimately linked to the food that we eat and the places where it is grown. Healthy soils produce nutrient-dense food, which helps us stay healthy, both in body and in mind. For those of us who live in cities, it can be difficult to find fresh, good quality, local food. At 15th Street Farm in Florida, USA, Emmanuel Roux and Professor David Himmelgreen run an education project to help local families learn about their local food systems

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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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