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A Chess Class for Elementary Students (with a DIY micro:bit -Driven Chess Clock)

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Below is a video clip of its soft start where she and another students are teaching some of their classmates how to play. Develops Decision Making and Problem-Solving Skills. Chess helps kids learn and practice thinking through and finding solutions to complex problems. Teaches Strategic Thinking, Planning, and Foresight.

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How Has the Pandemic Changed the Way Educators Think About Homework?

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Ray Salazar has been teaching high school Journalism and English in Chicago Public Schools for over twenty years. I think that now more than ever we need to make sure that whatever we’re teaching has some relevance to the real world,” Salazar said. “It Supporters say homework is necessary to reinforce what happens in the classroom.

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American Students Deserve a Multilingual Education

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Though there are a number of strong language programs across the country, a 2016 report published by the American Academy of Arts and Sciences showed evidence of declines in foreign language course offerings in elementary schools and middle schools over the years.

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STEM, STEAM, or STREAM? What is the Difference?

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Some educators feel strongly about the acronym, while others think more flexibly. STEM classrooms can offer students experiences to engage students in the scientific method or the engineering design process as they develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. We believe this is the perfect place to add in some reading!

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5 Ways STEM Connects to Holistic Learning

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Implement lessons emphasizing problem-solving and creativity Flexible learning opportunities are a great place to start! Problem-Solving : I don't have this ingredient, but can I replace it with something similar! Encourage learners to make mistakes, take chances and self-reflect 3.

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Valentine's Day STEM Centers

Carly and Adam

STEM centers also give students the flexibility to work independently or with a partner or small group. Valentine’s Day STEM Centers are the perfect resource for elementary classrooms, school-wide STEM nights, STEM Clubs, and Valentine's Day Parties! 12 Valentine’s Day STEM Centers 1.) Heart Domino Chain Reaction 2.)

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How can we make STEM subjects more engaging for students?

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TALK LIKE AN … EDUCATOR Collegiality — the cooperative relationship between work colleagues Interdisciplinary — including two or more branches of knowledge Learning styles — the preferred way that different students learn and absorb information Pedagogy — the method and practice of teaching Pre-service Teacher — a trainee teacher.

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