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Engineers Week Feb. 18-24

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This week, February 18-24, 2024, is DiscoverE’s Engineers Week. Their tagline: “A week-long event, a year-long commitment” Do you wonder why anyone would be passionate about engineering? million engineering jobs that pay $42 per hour in median. Since 2007, the number of engineering grads nationwide has shot up 33%.

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For Girls to Succeed in STEM, Confidence Matters as Much as Competence

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That is one of the questions and challenges at the center of a recently released report based on the Girls’ Index, a survey of 17,500 girls in fifth through 12th grades that includes questions about their goals for the future and perception of science, technology, engineering and mathematics as potential careers.

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STEM Career Spotlight: Women In STEM

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In honor of Women’s International Month, we would like to spotlight some amazing women scientists who have made significant contributions to STEM and our world. Historically, women in STEM are often overlooked, undervalued, and even discouraged from pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

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Best STEM LEGO Engineering Kits – 2022

STEM Education Guide

At the top of that list of innovative toys, you’ll find LEGO engineering kits. Best STEM LEGO Engineering Kits. These are some of the best LEGO sets I’ve found to spark the engineering curiosity in all kids. This toy is personalized, fun, and STEM-centered not only in its make-up but in its theme.

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Halloween STEM Challenge

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As Halloween approaches, it’s the perfect time to combine the spooky fun of the season with hands-on learning through a STEM challenge! This Halloween STEM challenge, “The Marble Cauldron,” allows students to dive into problem-solving, teamwork, and creative thinking while keeping the theme festive.

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How to build an engineer: Start Young with STEM Education

STEM Sport

STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. One way parents and educators can help improve children’s STEM literacy is through early introduction. By adding STEM into early childhood education, children are set up for success with the opportunity to gain comfort and passion in these subjects.

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9 Activity Ideas for STEM in Physical Education

STEM Sport

Integrating STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) into Physical Education (PE) classes offers an innovative approach to education. This article explores how PE educators and facilitators can use STEM learning in their coursework.

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