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Exploring the Intersection of Art and STEM Through DIY Projects

Ask a Tech Teacher

Showcasing art and STEM with DIY projects not only enhances learning and creativity but makes these subjects more accessible to a broader audience. The Ask a Tech Teacher team explores how to do that in innovative ways that should please your students: Exploring the Intersection of Art and STEM Through DIY Projects Blending art and STEM into creative DIY projects isnt just funits a brilliant way to help kids learn.

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Relationships Are Key to Kids’ Growth — And They’re in Crisis, Expert Says

ED Surge

Education in the 21st century is obsessed with assessing children, attempting to measure every aspect of their intelligence, learning and growth. Yet we are not, according to Isabelle Hau, measuring what matters: relationships. Theres a disconnect between what we know is really critical and then what were paying attention to, says Hau, executive director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning and author of a new book about the essential role of relationships in healthy human development.

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Schools Apply: IET Faraday® Challenge Days 2025/26

All About STEM

Schools – Register today for an IET Faraday® Challenge Day! Free, STEM activity days with a real-world challenge and annual competition for pupils aged 12-13 years. IET Faraday® Challenge Days aim to encourage more young people to study and consider exciting and rewarding careers in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) by using creativity, innovation and problem-solving skills.

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Breaking the Algorithm: How Flipboard and the Fediverse Empower Educators

Cool Cat Teacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In todays world, algorithms dictate much of what we see online. But what if there were tools to help educators break free from these filter bubbles? In this episode, William Coach Jeffery shares how tools like Flipboard and the Fediverse enable educators to take control of their professional learning and curate content that truly matters.

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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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Be a Quick Learner: 6 Tips to Learn Any Language Faster

Ask a Tech Teacher

Learning a language is a long process, often filled with ups and downs. The Ask a Tech Teacher team has these six tips to help you learn any language faster: Be a Quick Learner: 6 Tips to Learn Any Language Faster Learning a new language may be overwhelming, but it can also be enjoyable and rewarding when you apply the right strategies. You’ll be amazed at your progress when you’re dedicated to learning with a positive mindset.

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CREST Bronze Award: Create Your Own Animation

All About STEM

Your students can learn about animation by designing and making their own! In this CREST project, students can learn about different types of animation, the history of animation and how to create their own animated features. There are so many options including zoetrope animation, flipbooks, stop-motion, claymation and more! Will they channel Aardman, Pixar or Andymation?

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How to Find Trusted News: AI Art, Social Media Chaos, and AI Privacy

Cool Cat Teacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Season 2, Episode 3 of Cool Cat Teacher Talk tackles some big challenges we educators face in 2025: finding trusted news amidst social media chaos, navigating AI privacy concerns, and teaching students with cutting-edge tools like AI art generation. Join Vicki Davis (that's me ) as we explore the rise of platforms like Blue Sky and Flipboard in the Fediverse and share how educators can curate reliable content while s

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Groundhog Day and the 100th Day of School

Ask a Tech Teacher

Here are some activities for Groundhog Day–February 2nd ( click here for updates to list ): Fun Facts About Groundhogs –video Groundhog Day Digital Activities –grades 3-5 Groundhog Day for Kids –a video Groundhog Day Games Groundhog Day Teaching Resources History of Groundhog Day –from History.com Punxsutawney Groundhog Club Website Why Groundhogs Supposedly Predict the Weather –video For the 100th day of school, here are resources (if these sound familiar, we

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Smarter Schools: Artificial Intelligence Enters the District Office

ED Surge

In the hallways of schools across the nation, a quiet revolution is taking place. As students tap away on their devices and teachers explore new digital tools, artificial intelligence is silently reshaping how school districts operate. AI is no longer confined to tech companies and research labs; it's entering the heart of educational administration, offering unprecedented opportunities to enhance efficiency, improve decision-making and ultimately better serve students and families.

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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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Amazing Apprenticeships: Higher & Degree Apprenticeship Opportunities!

All About STEM

Amazing Apprenticeships has just released the January Degree & Higher Apprenticeships listings. There are over 80 employers including The Science & Technology Facilities Council, JLR, Bentley, Airbus, AstraZeneca, KIER, BAE Systems, Amazon and more – a total of 2,400 vacancies! Higher apprenticeships go from level 4 to 7 and are equivalent to a foundation degree and above.

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Video Games and STEM

STEM Education Works

As a child of the 90s, my first ever video game console was the Game Boy ; Pokmon and The Legend of Zelda games were my jam. A couple of years later, I had saved up enough allowance money to buy one of the best consoles of all-time: the Nintendo 64. Thats when my love for video games really blossomed – Super Mario 64 , Banjo-Kazooie , Star Fox 64.

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Language: The Biggest Communication Barrier for Foreign Students?

Ask a Tech Teacher

Communication as a student in a foreign land depends heavily on knowledge of the language. But there’s more to it than translation, sentence structure, and comprehension. The Ask a Tech Teacher international team has a few broader issues to think about when considering what barriers face students in foreign lands: Language: The Biggest Communication Barrier for Foreign Students?

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How Mentor Texts Help Kids Learn Grammar

Middle Web

By introducing students to grammatical concepts using mentor texts, we can help our classes see those concepts as tools for meaningful and effective writing that they can use for the rest of their lives. Educator Sean Ruday shares his own process. The post How Mentor Texts Help Kids Learn Grammar first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Her Turn: Women in the Games Industry Panel – YoU Festival

All About STEM

On the 22nd of January, All About Futures Managing Director, Michelle Dow, hosted a discussion panel at YoU Festival for young creatives with the inspirational GameChangers!

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Jan 26, AP Calculus AB Problems with Solutions (Part - 7)

Online Math for All

AP Calculus AB Problems with Solutions (Part - 7)

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Get Involved with YES (Youth Engineering Solutions)!

EiE Blog

Get involved in STEM education and STEM careers with Youth Engineering Solutions (YES) at the Museum of Science, Boston

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Keeping Your Teacher Battery Charged Daily

Middle Web

Effectively managing resilience has never been more important for educators. In the first of her five-part series, teacher educator Julie Schmidt Hasson shares what she has learned about the need to manage our educator batteries and sets the stage for a battery management plan. The post Keeping Your Teacher Battery Charged Daily first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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The All About STEM Competition: Online Teacher Session

All About STEM

The All About STEM Competition is already in full swing – join us online to find out how your students can enter! This is your chance to meet with our team to ask questions and get all the information, ideas and support you’ll need to get your learners or young people involved.

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Why Soft Skills Matter: What Top Companies Want from Future Employees

CSTEM

By: Reagan Flowers, PhD Technical skills alone aren’t enough in today’s rapidly evolving job market. According to new research from Education Week , some of the most well-known companiesincluding Google, Microsoft, and Southwest Airlines prioritize social-emotional skills just as much as technical expertise. Google values self-awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making.

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Defined Learning & Defined Careers Win Best of 2024 Tech & Learning Awards!

Defined Learning

We are pleased to announce that Defined Learning and Defined Careers won this years Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence: Best of 2024 within the Primary and Secondary categories!

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Why My 7th Graders Memorized the 50 States

Middle Web

When U.S. history teacher Lauren Brown realized how little her 7th graders knew about the 50 states, she resorted to memorization. "Knowing more about our countrys geography will help students as they go on to learn its history and politics." Elementary teachers need to help. The post Why My 7th Graders Memorized the 50 States first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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Schools: Express your interest for Experience of the Workplace events!

All About STEM

Schools in the Liverpool City Region are invited to attend these experience of the workplace events on innovation in the LCR. Experience of the Workplace events are organised by All About Futures in partnership with the LCR Careers Hub, LCR BeMore and funded by UK Government. This is a fully funded opportunity for state-maintained schools and colleges in the Liverpool City Region.

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Difference Mechanical and Electromagnetic Waves

MooMoo Math & Science

Waves are disturbances that transfer energy from one place to another, and they come in two main types: mechanical waves and electromagnetic waves. Although both share the ability to carry energy, they differ significantly in their nature and how they propagate. Mechanical Waves: Mechanical waves require a medium (solid, liquid, or gas) to travel through.

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6 Steps to a Future-Focused Blueprint: Supporting Students in Making Career Decisions

Defined Learning

Studies are showing that there is growing career uncertainty among teenagers, emphasizing the need for stronger career development programs to help students align their education with future career paths. Learn how to address these issues to ensure that all students gain meaningful career-connected experiences and are prepared for future success.

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Math Projects to Engage Gifted Middle Graders

Middle Web

In his collection of six real-world math projects, Mark Hess provides supporting materials and decreases prep time for otherwise complex undertakings, making the book a win for Gr. 4-5 students and teachers. Included: detailed images, student examples, handouts and teacher guides. The post Math Projects to Engage Gifted Middle Graders first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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ASK Apprenticeships Drop-In Session

All About STEM

Give your students the best start in exploring what apprenticeships have to offer! This drop-in session is for careers leads and careers staff in the Liverpool City Region, Cheshire and Warrington to learn about the ASK Programme and how to book sessions and workshops for your KS4 and KS5 students.

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Engineering for Everyone Expo

Northeastern University

We would like to invite K-8 students to join us at our Engineering for Everyone Expo on Friday, February 21st from 10:00am-12:00pm at Northeastern University (during February BPS Vacation week). This expo is open to the public and we encourage students and their parents to attend. During this time, Northeastern student organizations and volunteers will present hands-on tabletop activities/demos about various science, technology, engineering, and math topics.

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Stop Motion Animation Activities

Stem Activities for Kids

Digital Stop Motion Projects for the Classroom Stop motion animation is one of my favorite STEM and technology activities for kids. Its an engaging, hands-on project that can be integrated into almost any subject while helping students develop perseverance and creativity. My own kids loved creating their own videos for many years during elementary school, and I know your students will love making them too!

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25 Ways to Use Sandbox AR in the Classroom

STEM Discovery Education

Technology can be a powerful tool for deepening engagement and enhancing student understanding. From exploring ancient civilizations to creating science labs and visualizing math concepts, Sandbox Augmented Reality empowers students to design their own virtual and AR experiences, making learning not only interactive but also personalized and unforgettable.

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