ED Surge
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
When he teaches a math class, Tom Fisher wants students to feel confused. At least, he wants them to feel that way occasionally and temporarily. Mostly an administrator these days, Fisher still teaches honors algebra at Breakwater, a pre-K-8th independent school in Portland, Maine. For Fisher, its important to mingle math and play. Its not the conventional way to teach the subject, Fisher says.
Cool Cat Teacher
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter So many things have shifted in writing instruction. With AI tools embedded into student devices, many teachers are left wondering: “How do we even teach writing anymore?” In this episode, I sit down with my colleague (and friend across the hall!) Dawne Beck to discuss honest, practical strategies for teaching writing in todays AI-driven classroom.
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Computer Science Teacher
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
I suppose it was inevitable. In the beginning, CSTA only had a free membership. The organization was originally funded by outside sponsors. ACM put up some money and corporate donors put up the rest. This was probably never really sustainable. After a few years, the CSTA Board, I was a board member at the time, started talking about paid memberships.
All About STEM
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
Spring is just around the corner – lighter evenings, warmer temperatures and hopefully, some sun! With that in mind, there’s no better time to give your learners the chance to make their own delicious fizzy drinks. Students can investigate different soft drink recipes and design an experiment to make their beverage.
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.
ED Surge
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
Reading fluency the ability to read accurately, automatically and with appropriate expression remains a critical yet often overlooked component of literacy development. According to the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), 68 percent of U.S. students are not reading at proficient levels. By fourth grade, students transition from learning to read to reading to learn.
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Box Light
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
EdTech is constantly evolving, shaped by visionaries whose ideas push boundaries and redefine possibilities. Many of the tools that power todays schoolscommunication networks, interactive displays, AI-driven learning and collaborative applicationswere developed by Black innovators whose contributions have reshaped science, mathematics and engineering.
All About STEM
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
If you’re interested in a music career, don’t miss the Liverpool Philharmonic Music Industry Careers Fest! At their Careers Marketplace, you can meet music employers and higher education providers and talk to representatives from leading music organisations and apprenticeship schemes.
ED Surge
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
The push for universal public education across the United States began in the midst of the Civil War on the Union-occupied Sea Islands off the coast of South Carolina. There, thousands of Black children began going to schools built expressly for them, where they learned to read and write after decades of being denied the right of literacy. The Sea Islands experiment, as it was known, marked a positive moment in the fraught history of Black education, notes education law expert Derek W.
STEM Next
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
The lights dim and a group of girls take the stage. As they begin their routine, their costumes light up in sync with the music, flashing to beats they created themselves. This is no ordinary dance recital its a showcase of creativity, teamwork and the power of STEM in motion. At STEM From Dance , girls dont just learn about STEMthey bring it to life.
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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.
Ask a Tech Teacher
FEBRUARY 16, 2025
I’m off to visit my two military children and then help my son move before deploying overseas. As a result, I won’t be around much–a bit, but forgive me if I seem to be ignoring everyone! See you-all in a few weeks! –Comments are closed because I will be completely unreliable!
All About STEM
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
In October, Gateacre School won our first IET Faraday® Challenge Day of the season and we were overjoyed to receive amazing feedback about their team’s experience!
ED Surge
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
Have you ever made a student cry? I have. Earlier this year, one of my fourth grade students kept disrupting my instructions during class. This behavior was unusual for her. I had taught her all of last year, and she had always been attentive and engaged. I tried various classroom management strategies: positive narration, proximity and whole-class attention-getters.
Middle Web
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
By developing the skill of reframing, teachers can navigate challenges with greater ease, foster a more positive mindset, and build resilience that benefits us and our students. Tools for changing our perspective include pausing, pondering, and persisting, writes Julie Hasson. The post Energize Your Teaching by Reframing Perspective first appeared on MiddleWeb.
Teach Hub
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
Optimism isnt just about looking on the bright sideits a powerful mindset that can help students navigate challenges, embrace growth, and feel more confident in their abilities. Experts agree that being an optimist can make you happier, healthier, and most importantly, more satisfied with your life. When it comes to children and being optimistic, many students think that its something that you are born with.
All About STEM
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
Rockets for All is funded by the UK Space Agency in partnership with Imperial Space Lab. The Big Ideas sessions blend space careers with hands-on STEM to introduce young people to career opportunities in the UK Space Industry. Schools can book their places for a free digital workshop with Helen Sharman, the first British Astronaut.
Computing Education Research Blog
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
Emma Dodoo is an Engineering Education Research PhD student working with me. She was born in the United States but grew up in Ghana. Her world growing up was multi-lingual and multi-cultural. When Emma took her first computer science classes, she was surprised to find that the curriculum was not only dominated by English but that it was virtually impossible to learn programming without also learning English terminology.
Middle Web
FEBRUARY 16, 2025
Cooperation among teachers, parents, students, and administration has been key as Katie Durkin's middle school has adopted a strict phone-free policy this school year. She cites three factors that she believes account for a smooth transition and shares her hopes for the future. The post Involving Kids in a Phone Free Policy that Works first appeared on MiddleWeb.
Teach Hub
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
Burnout isnt just for teachers juggling their endless to-do lists, it happens to todays students too. With growing academic pressures, extracurricular commitments, and social expectations, its no wonder many students feel overwhelmed. Recognizing the signs of student burnout and knowing student burnout statistics are essential for supporting their well-being and helping them thrive.
All About STEM
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
The NEW NCW2025 Resource Booklet is available for download and it’s packed with interactive links! The theme for this year is ‘You Can!’ and you can inspire your students with a virtual careers fair, activities, quizzes, films, toolkits, podcasts and competitions. It’s all just one click away.
STEM Everyday Podcast
FEBRUARY 16, 2025
February is Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, and there is a growing interconnection of robotics in CTE curriculums (and vice versa) happening in education. With a teaching background and a journey spanning two decades, Jason McKenna is the Vice President of Global Educational Strategy for VEX Robotics, a published author, and an experienced educator.
Middle Web
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
Anderson and Glover have authored a helpful, easy-to-follow book, writes veteran teacher Elisa Waingort-Jimnez. Their eight strategies center on specific craft and genre moves that will help teachers become better writers as they help students develop their own skills. The post How We Can Become Better Writing Teachers first appeared on MiddleWeb.
Carly and Adam
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
Creativity is a crucial skill in todays world, especially in STEM fields where problem-solving and innovative thinking are essential. However, research suggests that creative thinking declines with age. As educators, we must actively nurture creativity in our students to help them develop the skills theyll need for the future. One of the best ways to do this is through creativity challenges , and thats where the Creativity Hall of Fame resource comes in!
All About STEM
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
Applications are now open to become an apprentice at VINCI Building UK! VINCI have a fantastic range of different roles available and they are dedicated to supporting you in learning new skills with practical, hands-on challenges and experiences.
MooMoo Math & Science
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
Mechanical Advantage of a Wedge: The mechanical advantage of a wedge is calculated by dividing its length by its width. For example, a wedge with a length of 6 inches and a width of 3 inches has a mechanical advantage of 2 (6/3 = 2). Mechanical Advantage of a Pulley System: In a pulley system with identical pulleys, the mechanical advantage is determined by the formula 2*n, where 'n' represents the number of pulleys.
Scientix
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
CC-BY, provided by author Within every primary classroom lies a narrative of discovery, a journey of enlightenment that unfolds with each passing school year. In the dynamic digital landscape of the 21st century, this narrative finds new expression in the digital realm. Amidst this evolution, the Magic App(le) project emerges as a beacon, offering primary school students not just a glimpse into digital literacy but also an immersive, interdisciplinary educational odyssey.
Teach Hub
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Is your classroom not running as smoothly as you envisioned? Maybe you started the school year imagining your students working independently, fully engaged in every task, and following the rules without a hitch. If your classroom isnt operating the way you hoped, don’t worry! Theres still time to turn things around. Here are 10 reasons educators classrooms might be struggling and some tips to get it back on track.
Career in STEM
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
As technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, the demand for skilled programmers remains higher than ever. With 2025 just around the corner, its crucial to stay updated on the most popular programming languages and their trends. Whether youre a beginner looking to start your coding journey or an experienced developer aiming to stay ahead of the curve, this guide will help you navigate the ever-changing landscape of 1.
MooMoo Math & Science
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
Which fraction is larger, 3/4 or 5/8? What about 1/3 and 2/5 ? Fractions are like numbers and you can compare them. I created a video to show how one can easily compare fractions. Summary of the video. Finding a Common Denominator to Compare Fractions: To compare fractions, find a common denominator for both fractions. This allows for direct comparison of the numerators to determine which fraction is larger.
Box Light
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
The latest Nations Report Card , provided by the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), recently shared some troubling news about student achievement across the United States.
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