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Using a Student-Centered Approach to Promote Computational Thinking

ED Surge

Tony Lam, head of mathematics at Marymount Primary School in Hong Kong, recognized the mindset change required to create a student-centered coding experience. Lam: Marymount, an all-girls school, was one of the first primary schools in Hong Kong to implement the CoolThink curriculum.

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The 10 Best Languages to Learn

Educators Technology

At the cognitive level, the scientific literature abounds with research studies boasting the cognitive benefits of bilingualism and multilingualism. There are also research considerations, political considerations, and even religious considerations for learning new languages. There are personal considerations (e.g.,

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To Serve All of Our Students, 'We Have to Do Something Different'

ED Surge

Through my work as director of MIT’s Teaching Systems Lab , I’ve asked the question to teachers, school leaders, coaches, researchers and experts of all stripes (think: learning science, instruction, teacher education, culturally responsive teaching and so on), and it typically elicits more pauses and wonderings than answers.

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The FeSTEM Platform: creating meaningful relationships with experts in the field

Scientix

Are you passionate about issues of gender equality in the field of STEM? About the author: Eirini Christou is a post-graduate research associate at the Cyprus University of Technology. She has a BA in Primary Education and an MA in Technologies for Learning and Communication. Get involved! Then join us… we are stronger together!

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Hard vs Soft Skills in STEM Education

STEM Sport

While hard skills provide the foundational knowledge and technical expertise necessary to solve complex problems and conduct research, soft skills enable effective communication, teamwork, and adaptability. Here are some primary hard skills: Data Analysis: The ability to collect, interpret, and draw meaningful conclusions from data.

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Why You Shouldn't Limit Screen Time

The Innovative Educator

At worst they lack research. As innovative educators know, not all screen time is created equal and one-size-does not fit all when it comes to learning and development. Our primary role as parents and educators is to help develop independent learners and thinkers. Here's why.

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Mapping the Future: STEM Education and Training Strategy

STEM Education Shopping

Research has consistently shown that STEM occupations offer higher salaries and greater job security compared to non-STEM fields. Research indicates that this lack of accessibility significantly hinders students’ ability to develop crucial skills needed for success in STEM fields. According to a report by the U.S.

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