ED Surge

MAY 3, 2023

About a month ago, a colleague forwarded me a newsletter from the school she works with. It was a normal-looking school newsletter: a three-page PDF with information about upcoming events, decorated with colorful clip art of flowers. However, the subject line said: “How do I get them to stop doing this?” I knew exactly what she meant. The newsletter, while pretty, had the gritty look of a document that’s been printed out and scanned back into the computer.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 3, 2023

Here are the most-read posts for the month of April: Tech Tip #90 Doc Saved Over? Try This 18 Things Teachers Do Before 8am Earth Day Class Activities How to Create a Paperless Classroom 11 Online Resources About Physics Online Reading for National Library Week Human Body Websites for 2nd-5th Grade #32: How to Use Art to Teach Grammar Tech Tips #170: Cover your webcam!

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ED Surge

MAY 3, 2023

School districts around the country have rolled out tutoring programs at a feverish pace with the help of federal relief funds, intent on helping struggling students get back on track academically after the disruption caused when the COVID-19 pandemic shut down schools. It’s one thing to know what makes a successful tutoring program, and quite another to actually manage one.

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All About STEM

MAY 3, 2023

May the Fourth be with you! Star Wars Day is coming so it’s time to treat your padawans to some STEM and STEAM fun! Take a look at the FREE Star Wars Activity Kit and projects from StarWars.com and visit our Pinterest board below for everything from X-Wing origami and printable puzzles to Jedi decoders and LED lightsabers! Our Pinterest boards are packed with recommended projects and are.

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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

MAY 3, 2023

Aileen Hower and Lynne Dorfman refresh our thinking about the advantages of facilitation over too much center-stage teaching. If we learn how to facilitate effectively and balance instructional methods, students will retain more and reteaching time will shrink significantly. The post What If We Taught Less and Facilitated More? first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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MAY 3, 2023

SHAPE in Schools: Changing mindsets in support of social sciences, humanities and the arts Published: Social sciences, humanities and the arts are vital for addressing complex challenges, but do young people truly understand their value? SHAPE in Schools aims to increase the visibility of these subjects and demonstrate how SHAPE thinking is not only enriching for students, but also necessary for society.

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Middle Web

MAY 3, 2023

School leaders and leaders-to-be will find a rich resource in Douglas Fisher and Nancy Frey’s Leader Credibility. The authors and their co-authors use research, anecdotes and their own experiences to help readers engage, inspire and transform their schools, writes Jeny Randall. The post Leadership Traits That Engage and Transform first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Smore Science

MAY 3, 2023

Table of Contents Apollo 17 mission on the Moon, Credit: Wikimedia/Harrison Schmitt Imagine if you could travel to the Moon! It’s a fascinating idea to explore our nearest celestial neighbor. But have you ever wondered how long it would take to reach the Moon? Is it a short trip or a long journey? Let’s find out! Distance to the Moon The Moon is located about 384,400 kilometers (238,900 miles) away from Earth.

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MAY 3, 2023

Barefoot College International: “The heroes of this story are the women.” Published: As the saying goes, teach a person to fish and you will feed them for a lifetime. Putting this adage into action, Barefoot College International is teaching thousands of women in the world’s poorest communities to become solar engineers. Sue Stevenson , Director of Strategic Partnerships and International Development, talks about the immeasurable impact this is having on these women, their livelihoods and the co

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STEM Education Works

MAY 3, 2023

The weather is heating up, and so is our passion for STEM! It’s time to get even more hands-on and creative during this month’s National Week of Making. From May 16-22, everyone is encouraged to explore STEM, art, and design by innovating to create new solutions and gain new skills. Keep reading to get inspiration on how to get started! Our Latest Blog Posts Winning the Grant: Tips for Crafting a Successful Proposal Get Your Grant, Part 1 – Finding Your Grant Getting Hyped for Hydrogen Fue

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MAY 3, 2023

Heela Yoon: “Social change takes time, especially when tackling big issues like violent extremism and gender inequality in Afghanistan.” Published: In December 2022, the Taliban banned Afghan women from universities. Heela Yoon, founder and CEO of the Afghan Youth Ambassadors for Peace Organization (AYAPO), tells us how she keeps optimistic in the face of this deliberate affront to women’s and girls’ human rights.

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STEM Education Shopping

MAY 3, 2023

Source: topclassroom.com Hey there, STEM enthusiasts! Are you wondering where to find Cue Robot, or are you on the lookout for a cool robot that can teach you how to code and play games? Well, let me tell you about my recent experience with the Cue Robot and where you can find it. As a STEM specialist, I’m always on the lookout for new and exciting ways to engage with technology.

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Top 10 Sciencekits

MAY 3, 2023

STEM education has been gaining a lot of attention in recent years as it is the key to the future of our society. STEM subjects are Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, and they are the building blocks of our modern society. These subjects are important to develop critical thinking skills, problem-solving skills, and creativity, which are all essential skills needed to succeed in any field of study or work.

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STEM Education Shopping

MAY 3, 2023

Welcome to our article about the exciting world of cue robot workshop ! If you’re a curious learner like we are, then you’re probably interested in exploring the fascinating capabilities of these intelligent machines. In this article, we’re going to take you on a journey through our personal experience at a cue robot workshop and show you just how amazing these robots can be.

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Jacobs Physics

MAY 3, 2023

Major league baseball has installed a pitch clock. Halleluiah! I've complained about the length of baseball games for decades. And finally, baseball has (with oh too much whining and complaining, from players and media members alike) addressed my concerns. Most games are finishing well under three hours now, with many taking under 2.5 hours. Yay. I'm watching and listening to baseball again.

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STEM Education Shopping

MAY 3, 2023

Source: makewonder.com Are you ready to meet the cutest and smartest robot out there? Well, let me introduce you to Cue Robot! You must be question this “what is Cue Robot?” This little guy is a STEM specialist’s dream come true, and it’s perfect for anyone who loves to learn and have fun! Cue Robot is a small robot that was designed to help people learn coding, robotics, and artificial intelligence in a fun and interactive way.

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MAY 3, 2023

Source: makezine.com Hey there, fellow tech enthusiasts! Are you ready to dive into the world of robotics? Trying to find how to set up Cue Robot? Are you ready to explore the endless possibilities of the Cue Robot? If so, you’ve come to the right place! As a STEM specialist, I know firsthand how intimidating it can be to set up a new robot for the first time.

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Online Math for All

MAY 3, 2023

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MAY 3, 2023

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