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Bringing Better STEM Education to the Rural South

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Department of Education and will last five years. Other challenges seem to have set back STEM education, too. Across the country, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted hands-on learning experiences, and in California , for example, many school districts did not prioritize science education in their academic recovery plans.

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SHAPE in Schools: Changing mindsets in support of social sciences, humanities and the arts

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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? What is SHAPE? SHAPE subjects are, in fact, just as vital to society as STEM.

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Educators Team Up to Respond to Sudden Rise of ChatGPT

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Educators around the world are shifting into learning and organizing mode in response to the release of ChatGPT and other new AI chatbots that have brought a mix of excitement and panic to education. education ministries including those in Brazil, Germany, Kenya, Malaysia, South Korea and the U.K.;

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Technology and Explanation in Modern Education

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Today’s guest writer is Finja Kruse, a teacher experienced in different educational tools and engaged in creative writing activities in school. Luckily, this is where effective explanation comes in, and thanks to 21st-century technology there are plenty of ways to explain just about anything. You can contact her via LinkedIn.

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Harnessing CS and Technology Skills for Culturally Responsive and Sustainable Solutions

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In today’s rapidly evolving world, computer science (CS) and technology skills have become indispensable tools for addressing a wide range of societal challenges. Technology and computing are in all industries including farming and agriculture, manufacturing, construction, and retail.

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What Could Web3 Mean for Education?

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The technology that tracks digital records has spurred a cryptocurrency gold rush and an NFT explosion. Some edtech entrepreneurs are eager for Web3 to arrive and change education. Among them: Are crypto-entrepreneurs imagining better systems for education—or just systems that pay off better financially for themselves?

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Graphing–9 Lesson Plans + 6 Online Resources

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Preparation for Higher Education and Careers : Graphing skills are fundamental in many higher education disciplines and careers. Whether students pursue studies in STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics), social sciences, or business, they will likely encounter situations where graphing skills are essential.