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MARCH 29, 2024

Invention Convention Worldwide is a global K-12 invention education curricular program mapped to national and state educational standards that teaches students problem-identification, problem-solving, entrepreneurship and creativity skills and builds confidence in invention, innovation and entrepreneurship for life.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Careers across all fields continue to become more integrated with, and dependent on, rapidly evolving digital technologies. K-12 learning opportunities must prepare students with the necessary skills to succeed in Industry 4.0. K-12 learning opportunities must prepare students with the necessary skills to succeed in Industry 4.0.

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STEM Education Shopping

JANUARY 26, 2024

In today’s fast-paced and technology-driven world, it’s more important than ever for children to develop strong problem-solving skills and creativity. In this article, we will explore how STEM building blocks nurture creativity and problem-solving skills. What are STEM Building Blocks?

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AUGUST 21, 2023

As an educator, I am constantly seeking ways to challenge and stimulate the minds of my gifted students. Did you know that problem solving activities have been shown to significantly enhance intellectual growth? Let’s dive into the world of problem solving and elevate the intellectual growth of our gifted students.

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Teach Hub

MARCH 15, 2024

In today’s classrooms, technology is a fundamental component of both teaching and learning. From individual laptops to interactive whiteboards to tablets loaded with educational apps, tech tools have transformed our classrooms. However, without technology, you’re compelled to engage in critical thinking.

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JANUARY 25, 2024

In today’s digital age, children are often glued to screens and technology, leaving little room for hands-on play and creativity. In this article, we will explore the magic of maker toys and how they can unleash creativity and problem-solving skills in children. However, the rise of maker toys is changing that.

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STEM Education Shopping

JANUARY 25, 2024

In today’s fast-paced and technology-driven world, it can be easy for children to become consumed by screens and passive forms of entertainment. However, there is a growing movement towards maker toys, which encourage hands-on learning and creativity.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Ask a Tech Teacher contributor, Christian Miraglia, a passionate educational consultant for T4Edtech, traveled to Italy and surrounding areas and has some interesting insights into their education efforts during the pandemic: From An Italian Train: Education during the Pandemic.

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OCTOBER 1, 2022

A few years ago, it seemed like social-emotional learning was rocketing into the mainstream. Many schools were adopting social-emotional learning programs and frameworks, weaving practices that support social and emotional development into various parts of the school day and reporting material improvements in student behavior and outcomes.

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Barry Malkin , CEO of Carnegie Learning , recognizes the need for research to drive edtech product creation, and his company has been leveraging data on the science of learning to ensure the efficacy of its tools. So research, data and learning science have always been at the core of what we do. I am very proud of that fact.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 25, 2022

“I've always thought games were good models for everything—how to learn, but also how to be,” says Arana Shapiro. She has dedicated much of her career to helping educators integrate technology with purpose into their curriculum. Can you share some of the obstacles you’ve faced promoting game-based learning?

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ED Surge

JANUARY 24, 2024

Considering how AI has rapidly entered education conversations, teachers and administrators are certainly represented in this statistic. Feelings of AI anxiety are valid for a technology that brings so much change and uncertainty. Students learn critical skills through NXTLVL's game-based learning program.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 7, 2023

When I first wrote this article seven years ago, remote teaching was something done on snow days, teaching from home short-changed student learning, and parents were too busy to get involved in their child’s education. link] Jacqui Murray has been teaching K-18 technology for 30 years. So much has changed.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 21, 2023

As a passionate gamer, I have always believed in the transformative power of problem solving games. In this article, we will explore the benefits of problem solving games, particularly those available on Steam. KEY TAKEAWAY What are problem solving games on Steam?

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FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Problem Solving : Graphs provide a way to solve problems and make predictions. Whether it’s analyzing trends in data, finding optimal solutions in optimization problems, or understanding the behavior of functions, graphing is a valuable tool for problem-solving.

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DECEMBER 8, 2023

The idea started as a clever way to teach students to think critically and problem-solve, show them that deep thinking was fun and problem-solving exhilarating. But here’s my issue: Too often, kids forget that the goal is to practice critical thinking and problem solving, not pursue a career in programming.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 3, 2023

More than 50 years after Don Rawitsch introduced Oregon Trail in his eighth grade class, the debate continues : Can games become a legitimate tool for learning? Proponents of game-based learning have good reason to be optimistic—but also cautious. Proponents of game-based learning have good reason to be optimistic—but also cautious.

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ED Surge

JULY 7, 2023

language education was published in 2017, with data from less than half of the country’s K-12 schools. While our understanding of language education is incomplete, we know that most K-12 students in American public schools do not have the opportunity to study an additional language to proficiency. Of the small portion of the U.S.

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DECEMBER 26, 2023

Critical Thinking Development in Middle School Education Fostеring critical thinking skills in middlе school еducation is paramount to equipping studеnts with thе intеllеctual tools necessary for succеss. Onе effective strategy is thе intеgration of problem-solving activitiеs into thе curriculum.

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OCTOBER 24, 2022

In a fifth-grade class at Redlands Unified School District in California, students sit in pairs, building LEGO® Education robots that hop. They're also coding, measuring and problem-solving. And while learning through play isn't new, Nash notes that she's seeing more districts integrate LEGO Education solutions.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 11, 2022

The story of Oregon Trail offers many relevant lessons for those wanting to harness the power of video games for learning. It sat there for years, until he took a job at the Minnesota Education Computer Consortium (MECC), a state-run organization bringing educational software to schools. His students loved the game!

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MAY 27, 2023

Are you looking for innovative ways to enhance your child's problem-solving and critical thinking skills while keeping them engaged and entertained? That's where STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) subscription boxes come in. Cultivating Curiosity: STEM subscription boxes spark curiosity and a love for learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 17, 2015

With technology moving out of the lab and into the classroom, it’s becoming a challenge for some teachers to infuse their teaching with tech tools such as websites, educational games, simulations, iPads, Chromebooks, GAFE, and other geeky devices that used to be the purview of a select group of nerdy teachers. Test the tool.

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ED Surge

MARCH 14, 2022

Many believe that technology is the key to addressing any perceived learning loss, as well as redefining teaching and learning. There is a learning revolution taking place. EdSurge: The pandemic has interrupted learning in so many different ways. But technology continues to help us address many of these gaps.

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DECEMBER 8, 2022

The idea started as a clever way to teach students to think critically and problem-solve. One hour, according to Hour of Code, would show them that deep thinking was fun and problem-solving was exhilarating. My Robotic Friends is a one-hour introductory non-computer activity where students learn to program a human robot.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 22, 2018

In considering the question, Is technology outpacing you? , let’s first look at technology’s place in the current education landscape. True, it is touted as a magic wand that will fix all education woes. We darkly predict that the day will soon arrive when technology erases the need for teachers.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The key to raising children successfully is acknowledging that learning doesn’t take place only within the classroom environment. Gives Kids a Break from Their Academic Studies As mentioned, kids don’t learn only by listening to lectures and reading books. Some are focused on classroom learning, which isn’t healthy for students.

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ED Surge

MARCH 13, 2023

How can teachers engage students to learn problem-solving skills across the curriculum? One program has set out to teach computational thinking (CT) and coding skills in a problem-centered approach, fostering a student-driven learning design.

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STEM Education Works

MAY 6, 2024

As 3D printing becomes increasingly prominent in both classroom and industry settings alike, adding this innovative technology to the STEM classroom is becoming more and more useful as a tool for advancing and implementing hands-on STEM education. This makes 3D printers an incredibly savvy teaching tool in the modern STEM classroom.

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Accelerate Learning

MARCH 22, 2024

Integrating engineering concepts into elementary education is a crucial topic in this day and age. It's about preparing students for a future where technology and engineering are central. Exposure to engineering concepts at a young age boosts STEM learning and builds a problem-solving mindset, which is key for tomorrow's innovators.

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ED Surge

MAY 5, 2023

Recently, EdSurge podcast host Carl Hooker discussed with field experts how educators can foster creativity for college and career readiness. Tacy Trowbridge Lead for Global Education Thought Leadership & Advocacy Adobe What importance does creativity play when it comes to college and career pathways?

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AUGUST 9, 2023

Photo by RDNE Stock project: [link] Boost Creativity and Problem-Solving Skills with Magic Magnetic Building Blocks Benefits – Are you looking for a fun games and educational activity for your child? They also foster creativity, problem-solving abilities, and spatial awareness.

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STEM Sport

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) lessons are foundational to a child’s education. Students begin participating in STEM learning as early as preschool and kindergarten. These frequent touchpoints with STEM curricula lead to STEM literacy, which benefits a child’s educational and personal development.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

As a lecturer at the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs, where I teach econometrics and research methods, I spend a lot of time thinking about the intersection between data, education and social justice — and how generative AI will reshape the experience of gathering, analyzing and using data for change.

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ED Surge

MARCH 20, 2024

As such, many students enter college and the workforce not having enough practice in key critical thinking skills that they need to be innovative problem-solvers and effective communicators. How can we help educators overcome the fear of the unknown regarding AI? That end-to-end process is creative thinking.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

After the pandemic, the nationwide adoption of online high-dose tutoring was expected to address deepening educational disparities. Additionally, it gained attention for its ability to provide high-quality education in regions with inadequate supplies of teachers, especially in higher-grade STEM education.

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

No longer confined to the realm of video games, this technology now plays key roles in industries as wide-ranging as architecture, medicine, automotive, aerospace and film. As use cases expand, and the much-discussed metaverse takes shape, educators today have an opportunity to prepare their students for the technology careers of tomorrow.

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