Ask a Tech Teacher
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
I’ll never forget the day years ago when I stood in a donut shop, half asleep, bed head, with a monster sugar deficit. As I got to the front of the line, the man before me said, “I’ll pay for hers, too.” I didn’t know him. We hadn’t commiserated over how Krispy Kreme was always crowded. I’d just slogged onward, waiting my turn, eager to taste my apple fritter.
Educators Technology
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
Updated in February 2022 Learning about the anatomy and physiology of human body does not have to be a tedious task. Technology has tremendously facilitated it. From online experimental labs to.read more.
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ED Surge
FEBRUARY 14, 2022
As a teacher, I felt fortunate. The first job I took in Chicago Public Schools in 2007 was at a school where the administration truly valued student and staff input. I remember sitting with students as we interviewed potential new teachers and the students saying things like, “This teacher doesn’t seem like they will be a good fit for our school family.
Computer Science Teacher
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
Error messages, in theory, are there to help programmers. Of course there are problems with then in practice. With students, the biggest problem is that they don’t read the messages. I’ve long ago lost count of the times a student told me they had an error but can’t tell me what it is (or was) because they closed it without reading it. Getting students to read the message and to try to work out the problem themselves can be a struggle but one we have to attempt.
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.
Ask a Tech Teacher
FEBRUARY 14, 2022
Learning hit a bump in the education road as it attempted to adapt traditional and proven in-person schooling to remote environments during a worldwide pandemic. The metaverse–though far in the future–offers an interesting option for teaching without touching. It burst into the headlines when Facebook changed its name to Meta –arguably, a foreshadow to their future endeavors.
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ED Surge
FEBRUARY 17, 2022
A white art teacher in Houston uses the N-word during a classroom lesson. A high school student in Minnesota tells a Black classmate that her dark skin is ugly and that she hopes she takes her life. An Asian-American teen in California’s San Fernando Valley is attacked because his peers assumed, based on his ethnicity, that he was carrying COVID-19.
STEM Next
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
In celebration of International Day of Women and Girls in Science, STEM Next joins an esteemed panel hosted by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy . On Friday, February 11, 2022, national leaders demonstrating a commitment to girls of color across science and technology, discussed critical topics like developing a STEM identity and sense of belonging, mentorship, and creating deliberate pathways for young women to pursue STEM.
Ask a Tech Teacher
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
Presidents’ Day is an American holiday celebrated on the third Monday in February–this year, February 19, 2018. Originally established in 1885 in recognition of President George Washington, it is still unofficially called “Washington’s Birthday” by many. The holiday became known as Presidents’ Day after it was moved as part of 1971’s Uniform Monday Holiday Act, an attempt to create more three-day weekends for the nation’s workers.
Defined Learning
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
Creativity is crucial when it comes to education. According to the Future of Jobs report , creativity is one of the three top “must-have” skills in our workforce and society. Since creativity is crucial for learning, fostering creativity should be a natural function of schools. Think about it: our children enter school filled with curiosity and imagination and wired for creativity.
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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.
ED Surge
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
Even before students at Morgan State University finish their degrees, they’ll soon have something official to let them show the world what they’ve learned so far. The university is rolling out a new system that will give every student a new kind of digital transcript that will include things like what courses they’ve taken and involvement in community programs.
User Generated Education
FEBRUARY 13, 2022
I really like using maker education and STEM/STEAM projects to celebrate holidays and special events. My method of teaching new concepts is to use the Stages of Make Education that I presented in Learning in the Mak ing: How to Plan, Execute, and Assess Powerful Makerspace Lessons : The following Valentine Day projects were completed by my 3rd through 6th grade gifted students.
Ask a Tech Teacher
FEBRUARY 18, 2022
This is not part of the 169 tech tips for your class book but it will be when I update the ebook: Tech Tip #173: Track Your Stuff. If you follow me on Instagram , or my writer’s blog, WordDreams , you already saw this tip! This is a very cool tip: Track anything with Apple Air Tags. I hid one in my husband’s car, labeled it ‘Dad’s Car’ Now, when it’s away from me, it sends a message to my phone like this: Though the Air Tags might be best suited to finding
Science and Steamteam
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
The Geology of Sedona. “The most beautiful place on earth” is a phrase you’ll come across if you read about Sedona, Arizona. This title is certainly in the eye of the beholder, but during our visit, we came to respect its being at the top of anyone’s list! The geology of Sedona has gifted this standout place with spectacular red rock formations that are guaranteed to be awe-inspiring!
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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!
ED Surge
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
Talk of the metaverse is everywhere, even though the new, more immersive internet isn’t exactly here yet. Even so, some educators are trying to get ahead of the curve to help influence what kinds of education products and services emerge in the metaverse. This week the Brookings Institution released a policy brief titled “ A Whole New World: Education Meets the Metaverse. ” It offers advice to tech companies that are jumping into the metaverse, with principles from learning science for how to sh
Middle Web
FEBRUARY 13, 2022
Telling us what not to read only makes it more intriguing. Amber Chandler confirmed this truth a decade ago, during The Year of Risque Reading. “The best thing that could have happened to my 8th graders' literacy DID happen: a banned book was rebellion, and they were up for it.”. The post How a Banned Book Bred Lifetime Readers first appeared on MiddleWeb.
The Tech Savvy Science Teacher
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
Crosswords can be a fun way for students to review or a great activity for the students who finish early. The problem is that it is hard to find a crossword puzzle that goes along with the content you are teaching. Crossword Lab is a free site that allows you to easily make your own crossword puzzles. All you need to do is to enter the word that should appear in the puzzle and then the clue for it.
Online Math for All
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
180 Degree Rotation about the Origin - Concept - Examples with step by step explanation
ED Surge
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
Around late July every year, my husband and I sit down with our calendars and make sincere attempts to plan our year according to the first-year teacher’s roller coaster. Where might we strategically schedule date nights? Or a comforting pasta night or two? What should we do in the week leading up to that inevitable time in October when all things seem to fall apart in school?
Middle Web
FEBRUARY 15, 2022
Lately Michelle Russell’s students aren’t just talking about how anxious math makes them; many are lamenting about how boring math is. Beyond trying to make math fun via puzzles and games, she's now looking for methods to spark more intrinsic interest in the world of numbers. The post When the Math Anxiety Shifts to Math Boredom first appeared on MiddleWeb.
Stem Geek
FEBRUARY 18, 2022
Having access to a fully stocked science lab is every STEM-loving child’s dream. While recreating Dexter’s Laboratory in your basement probably isn’t in the cards, signing up for a MEL Science course is a close. The post MEL Science: 25+ Things To Know About Their STEM Kits appeared first on STEM Geek.
Smore Science
FEBRUARY 18, 2022
Image Credit-Carnegie Institution for Science--Conel M. O'D. Alexander. Astronomers have discovered thousands of planets outside our solar system. These are called exoplanets. Recent space rock experiments revealed that some of these planets have water in their atmospheres. This means that some of these distant planets could possibly support life. What are exoplanets?
ED Surge
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
We had just finished a discussion on climate change in my chemistry class. Towards the end of the unit, I asked students how their understanding of the topic has changed since the first lesson. Among all the feedback I received, one student’s response stood out: “Honestly, my opinion of climate change is that I am frustrated hearing about it. No teacher ever tells us what we can do about it.
Northeastern University
FEBRUARY 18, 2022
Welcome to Newsletter 38! >> Click Here for this week’s Newslette r << Sorry for the lack of newsletters but we’re back and excited to share our newest one! In our newsletter you will be introduced to a STEM topic and find a related-activity to work on during the week (please share your results with us!), as well as extensions to additional learning or games related to the field.
Stem Geek
FEBRUARY 18, 2022
Raising a baby (and eventual toddler) is no small feat. So, when it comes to sourcing safe and developmentally appropriate toys, every bit of help counts! If you’re looking for an alternative to old-fashioned toy. The post Lovevery: 40+ Things Every Parent Should Know appeared first on STEM Geek.
Smore Science
FEBRUARY 18, 2022
Along the beaches of Costa Rica, sea turtles love to lay their eggs. But poachers also love to take these eggs and sell them to people who buy these eggs and eat them as food. All seven species of sea turtles are considered threatened. So, researchers thought of ways to prevent the eggs from being stolen. They designed a fake turtle egg equipped with GPS tracking devices to discover the people behind the illegal activity.
ED Surge
FEBRUARY 18, 2022
I’ve always thought of the U.S. as the leader in digital learning, representing the most adventurous innovations. But lately I’ve realized my perception may be flawed by a false sense of American exceptionalism. In Canada, for example, about two-thirds of colleges offer online degrees —and many have for years. While here in the U.S., a far smaller number grant degrees online.
EiE Blog
FEBRUARY 17, 2022
At Salemwood School in Malden, Massachusetts, yesterday, Ms. Sarah Augustyniak’s first grade class was excited to learn how Mariana Becomes a Butterfly ! Thanks to the generosity of National Grid and support from the Adelaide Breed Bayrd Foundation , thousands of students in Malden now have access to EiE ® Try It! Kits and storybooks. These resources provide hands-on science and engineering experience to encourage STEM learning outside of the classroom.
Northeastern University
FEBRUARY 17, 2022
This month, in acknowledgement of Black History Month and National Engineers Week , we are celebrating the notable accomplishments of black scientists and engineers at our university and beyond. In this edition of our newsletter ( >>Newsletter Link<< ), you will have the opportunity to meet several Northeastern faculty and students, in addition to exploring the world of engineering.
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