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A Surprising Approach to Science Labs for Online Students Boosts Access to STEM Fields

ED Surge

When it comes to teaching science courses online, colleges are getting creative. Institutions are using virtual reality programs to immerse students in laboratory simulations. They’re also mailing lab kits to students’ homes, enabling them to dissect cadavers on their kitchen tables, complete with whole specimens of sharks, birds and snakes, plus that old classic, frogs.

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Fantastic Figjam Makes Brainstorming and Collaboration in the Classroom Better

Cool Cat Teacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter What is Figjam? Figjam is a cool, flexible, fun, collaborative space for student projects, presentations, and collaborations. Today's guest, Tom Mullaney, shares how he uses Figjam with students and teachers; he explains why it is useful and gives tips and tricks that will engage students in the collaborative skills they need to be creative collaborators in today's world.

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May the 4th Be With You

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ESERO: Exploring Mars

All About STEM

“The UK Space Agency is collaborating with several space agencies around the world on joint exploration missions to the International Space Station, the Moon and Mars. Here in the UK, scientists and the space industry are contributing to these missions in lots of ways, including building some of the rovers, probes and the scientific instruments they carry.” Discover more about Mars and some of the.

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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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Transforming Classroom Audio: An Innovative Solution for Enhanced Learning

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The ability to hear and comprehend what is being taught in the classroom is fundamental to student success. Unfortunately, many students are unable to hear their teachers clearly due to background noise, classroom acoustics, and other factors. This can lead to frustration, disengagement, and ultimately, poor academic performance. The solution to this problem is classroom sound audio systems.

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Happy May the 4th (Be With You!)

Start-Engineering

Eric Iversen “Incredible” Star Wars engineering feats Yes, it’s May 4th, Star Wars Day , a fun occasion to honor the wonders and delights of the epic movie cycle. It can also be an occasion to spend some time considering aspects of the movies from alternate perspectives. Trying to find fresh angles on some of the most intensely scrutinized, rigorously studied works of film ever made is not for the faint of heart.

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T-Levels Webinar: Amazing Apprenticeships

All About STEM

Amazing Apprenticeships has produced a new T-Levels webinar – find out more about the exciting options for 2023! T-Levels are 2-year qualifications created by the government to deliver world-class technical education. They are ideal for students who have finished their GCSEs and want the knowledge and experience to get straight into employment, an apprenticeship or higher education.

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Do Wasps Pollinate?

Smore Science

Table of Contents Do wasps pollinate? Credit: Wikimedia Commons/Alvesgaspar What’s the first thing you think about when you hear wasps? Are you in awe of their incredibly cool ability to fly? Or are you more likely to duck for cover in fear of a bad sting ? Wasps might live up to their bad reputation, but some of their most important work is often overlooked.

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STEM Clubs Resources

All About STEM

These exciting STEM Club resource packs have been developed by STEM Learning in partnership with club leaders and partner organisations. Each activity set gives you the opportunity to experiment and explore new ideas, increasing young people’s interest and enthusiasm in STEM subjects and related careers. Most importantly, they’re fun! We’ve included the full list of primary and secondary.

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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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Making Space for STEM Learning: Thimble.io’s Mission on National Space Day 2023

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Celebrate National Space Day, and sit down with us as we discuss STEM Education with Aerospace Engineer, Tanner McMakin. Renowned naturalist Edwin Way Teale once said, “All things seem possible in May.” If you consider the incredible discoveries scientists have made with regard to space exploration, then no month is more fitting for National Space Day than the month of.

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LCR Careers Hub: Year 12 Neurodiversity Skills Sessions

All About STEM

Brought to you by Edge Hill University in partnership with Liverpool John Moores University and Shaping Futures. The sessions are for neurodiverse students in Year 12 who are considering higher education options. During the two in-person events, students will use award-winning facilities, take part in skills-building workshops and work together on a subject-specific project which they will then.

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How to Buy Cue Robot: A Comprehensive Guide to Coding Robot

STEM Education Shopping

Source: wonderworkshop.com Hey there, STEM enthusiasts! Are you ready to take your robotics game to the next level? Well, then you’re in the right place. Today, I’m going to share my first-hand experience with buying the incredible Cue robot and guide you through the process. I know how overwhelming it can be to navigate the world of robotics, so I’m here to make it easy for you.

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STEM Sports May Newsletter

STEM Sport

See what STEM Sports has been up to this month.

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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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What Are the Features of Cue Robots and How Can They Benefit You? Superb Tips to Customize Coding Robot

STEM Education Shopping

Source: wonderworkshop.com Have you ever met a robot that can do things just like you? Welcome to the world of Cue Robot! Wondered about ‘what are the features of Cue Robots? Created to help people, Cue Robot is a genius invention that can do almost everything from telling jokes to teaching math and even dancing. It’s like having a friend who is always there, ready to help you out.

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May 5, Derivative of Logarithmic Functions Worksheet

Online Math for All

Derivative of Logarithmic Functions Worksheet

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Play Fun Games with Cue Robot: A Perfect Way to Entertain Yourself!

STEM Education Shopping

Source: engadget.com Hey there, STEM friends! Have you ever wanted to play fun games with Cue Robot? If not, you’re in for a treat! Cue Robot is a nifty little gadget that’s been specifically designed to help kids learn about science, technology, engineering, and math in a fun and interactive way. As a STEM specialist, I’ve had the pleasure of working with Cue Robot, and let me tell you, this little guy is a game-changer!

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May 4, Derivative of a General Logarithmic Function

Online Math for All

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Can we create viruses and use them to treat cancer?

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Can we create viruses and use them to treat cancer? Published: Viruses can cause cancer, but they also have the power to cure it. Dr Fred Bunz is a molecular oncologist at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in the US. He has developed a new technique that enables scientists to build adenoviruses in the lab, paving the way for new discoveries in the field of virology and new treatments for cancer patients.

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May 4, Derivative of a Natural Logarithmic Function

Online Math for All

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Different Types of Bees

Smore Science

Table of Contents What is tiny but an expert at flying? You can find this little guy all over your garden, and even hear it go “Buzz buzz”? You must have figured it out! Why it’s the bee, of course! While we often associate bees with honey, there is so much more to these remarkable insects. Lets take a look at the different types of bees that exist.

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