ED Surge

JULY 19, 2023

At a time when school districts are spending money on edtech like never before, it’s perhaps natural that some educators would be skeptical about both the pace and enthusiasm behind it. public schools raise questions about whether curricula and edtech are staying culturally relevant. Meanwhile, changing demographics of students in U.S.

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Pi ( π ) is more than just a number; it's a gateway to the fascinating world of mathematics that surrounds us. The mathematical constant Pi (π) is a fascinating and essential concept in the world of mathematics, representing the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter. What is Pi?

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Julie York, a computer science and media teacher at South Portland High School in Maine, was scouring the internet for discussion tools for her class when she found TeachFX. York was hooked, in part because she says her school administration simply doesn’t have the time to observe teachers while tending to several other pressing concerns. “I

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Carly and Adam

AUGUST 24, 2023

The beginning of the year is the perfect time to foster teamwork among students, especially when it comes to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Each student should write words that describe teamwork on their cards using their own color of marker to show that everyone participated equally.

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STEM Education Shopping

JULY 31, 2023

Photo by Julia M Cameron: [link] Why Stem Is Important In Schools? The Power of STEM in Schools and Ignite a Lifelong Passion for All Lessons – Are you curious about why STEM is so important in schools? Why Stem Is Important In Schools? Well, look no further!

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Futurum

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The idea that exam results should be assessed differently based on a student’s socio-economic background is known as differential treatment, and Emil is investigating whether such policies can improve equality and efficiency in education and labour markets.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 14, 2021

However, over the past few months, kids have largely been cooped up at home due to the impact of COVID-19; the lack of access to a tried-and-true schooling process and resources will result in young children missing out on foundational concepts in literature, math and science that prepare them for a lifetime of learning and working.

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STEM Sport

MAY 9, 2023

The world of education is constantly evolving, and it’s no secret that STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) jobs are growing faster than any other field. The Benefits of a School-Wide STEM Focus Creating a school-wide STEM focus has many benefits to student success. This is crucial for student success.

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STEM Sport

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

It refers to creating an environment where every student, regardless of their background, has a fair and equal chance of succeeding. Educational equity, the cornerstone of this concept, is about providing equal access to learning opportunities and resources, tailored to meet the diverse needs of all learners.

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Robert Talbert, Ph.D.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

This semester I taught two sections of Discrete Structures for Computer Science 1, an entry-level course for Computer Science majors on the mathematical foundations of computing. Others had great internal struggles with emails and discussion board posts, owing to their bad experiences in online school. Here's the syllabus.

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ED Surge

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

CompuGirls was founded in 2006 by Dr. Kim Scott and introduces adolescent girls to the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through culturally responsive practices and social justice. The technology field can be a great equalizer when it comes to accessibility and creating a common language.

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STEM Sport

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Understanding the gender gap in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education is not just about knowing statistics; it is about understanding what is causing the gender gap and finding ways to make successful changes for the future.

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STEM Sport

OCTOBER 17, 2023

The Duality of STEM Skills Traditionally, when people think about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education and careers, they often prioritize hard skills—the technical knowledge and expertise required to excel in these fields. Mathematical Reasoning: Proficiency in mathematical concepts and problem-solving.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 29, 2023

STEM teacher ( 1 ) jobs involve shaping the future by educating students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields. Stevens High School You might be wondering why STEM education is so important. This leads to increased diversity within STEM professions and promotes equal opportunities for all.

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Newton STEM

JUNE 18, 2023

MIT’s Summer HSSP is a weekend academic program ( July 9-August 13 ) for students entering Grades 7-12 (plus those who just graduated high school). Registration is now open until June 27 on a lottery basis, with equal consideration given to all applicants registering by that deadline.

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CSTEM

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

The research found achievement at 13%-16% for White kindergartners displayed advanced science or mathematics versus just 3%-4% of Black or Hispanic students. Disparities continue to increase throughout elementary school. It’s easy for those working hard to provide for their children to assume they can catch up in school later.

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National Science Foundation

DECEMBER 13, 2022

After all, everyone knows that mathematics is the universal language. Yes, there is something inspiring about Galileo’s famous phrase—“Mathematics is the alphabet with which God has written the universe.” My school has a high percentage of Hispanic students, many of whom speak Spanish and English with equal facility.

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The Maker Mom

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics pave the way to our advancement into the future. Technological positions are leading the charge for growth, and people who choose to specialize in computer and mathematical degrees will stand to gain a unique advantage. Women in computer and mathematics careers only account for 25.2%

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STEM Education Guide

JANUARY 29, 2023

schools today strive to diversify their curricula year-round, the month of February provides a targeted opportunity to look more deeply at Black heroes, past and present. Carver’s work supporting local agriculture arose from the perfect blend of real-life experience in farm work and management, as well as years of focused schooling.

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National Science Foundation

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Board of Education of Topeka (1954), the landmark ruling that established racially segregated schools unconstitutional. In the following decade, over 35,000 teachers and school leaders lost their jobs in those seventeen states (Hudson & Holmes, 1994). In May 2024, the country will see the 70 th anniversary of Brown v. The Brown v.

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National Science Foundation

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

In its current form, school algebra serves as a gatekeeper to higher-level mathematics. Researchers and policy makers have pushed to open that gate—providing more students access to algebra, focusing in particular on those students historically denied access to higher-level mathematics. Domina et al., 2015; Dougherty et al.,

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PCS Edventures

JULY 29, 2021

In 2020, as the coronavirus pandemic closed down schools all around the world, educators did their best to implement virtual lessons to meet their students’ academic, social and emotional needs. STEM education is definitely important in the classroom, but does it play an equally essential role in out-of-school programs?

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 29, 2023

As someone deeply passionate about driving innovation and progress, I believe in the power of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics to shape our world. As a result, there is a growing demand for workers with strong skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 7, 2017

Compare 2 numbers as greater than, less than, or equal. Understand mathematical equality. Though just released (for iOS and Android) in July 2017, it has been piloted in over a hundred schools. Players learn to: Develop number sense. Count to 100 by ones and tens. Count forward and backward from a given number.

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STEM Education Shopping

APRIL 11, 2022

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) skills are significant skills of the 21st century. This is the main reason why schools are including STEM topics using traditional means like textbooks, and experiments along with interactive learning games for children.

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STEM Sport

JUNE 2, 2022

This disguised learning method engages left and right-brained students and allows them to learn through hands-on learning. 9-12: Everything You Need to Ace Pre-Algebra and Algebra I in One Big Fat Notebook : In a fun and non-threatening format, high school students can learn, refresh or improve their math skills.

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Futurum

JULY 22, 2022

Many young people feel that school isn’t equipping them with the skills they need to succeed in life. Mathematics teachers teach mathematics in classrooms, chemistry teachers teach chemistry in labs, and PE teachers teach sports on the playing field. Make it interdisciplinary.

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STEM Sport

JANUARY 30, 2023

STEM is an acronym used to describe science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. STEAM is an acronym used to describe science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. Research shows employers find soft skills equally important when interviewing a candidate for a job. What is STEM? What is STEAM?

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STEM Sport

AUGUST 8, 2023

Inspiring students to pursue careers in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) fields is essential in today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape. With the increased demand, educators, school administrators, and parents are emphasizing the importance of providing students with quality STEM education.

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STEM Sport

MARCH 4, 2024

There is no shortage of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) jobs in the world that need to be filled by passionate, qualified individuals. STEM Career Fairs and Exhibitions Career fairs are an effective way to engage a larger group of students, extending the invitation to the whole school.

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Futurum

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Published: Going to university is a huge change from going to high school. Looking ahead to students’ futures, the programme also involves career exploration, prompting students to investigate graduate school, job requirements, and concepts such as job shadowing. How can first-year STEM university students be better supported?

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STEM Education Guide

MARCH 11, 2023

STEM is the integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics that fuses some of the most important subjects of the 21st century with practical, real-world learning opportunities. STEM in Practice How often do schools provide the opportunity for continuous curiosity or independence?

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Northeastern University

JANUARY 24, 2023

The goal was to exposure these high school students to the college experience at Northeastern, all while learning more about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Using Linux, students were able to stimulate throwing darts onto a circular target to see the probability of landing in the circle equaled to Pi.

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Northeastern University

JANUARY 24, 2023

The goal was to exposure these high school students to the college experience at Northeastern, all while learning more about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Using Linux, students were able to stimulate throwing darts onto a circular target to see the probability of landing in the circle equaled to Pi.

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STEM Sport

OCTOBER 3, 2023

In today’s rapidly changing world, the demand for qualified, passionate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) professionals continues to grow. Starting as early as kindergarten and elementary school, educators lay the groundwork for students who will use their STEM literacy to enter the growing STEM workforce.

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CSTEM

AUGUST 31, 2021

However, change is slow, and though we have made strides in providing equal opportunity in education, there is still a long way to go. Several factors play into this, including lack of resources, biases at school, and struggles at home. I have addressed many of these issues in past blogs.

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Futurum

MAY 20, 2022

Michaela Community School, of which Birbalsingh is headmistress, only has 16 per cent girls attending A-level physics classes. In fact, data show mathematics is the third popular A-level subject for girls in the UK, suggesting that girls prefer maths to physics. This number has slowly increased from 21% in 2017.

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