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When the “M” in STEM stands for Mathematics and Mindfulness

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Picture provided by the author, attribution CC-B Y Mathematics is a crucial subject for every student as it provides a strong foundation for many other disciplines. However, many students struggle with mathematics due to a variety of reasons, including a lack of motivation, fear of failure, and negative attitudes towards the subject.

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Equity and Access in Math Education

ED Surge

Historically, underserved communities of Black and Latino students experiencing poverty underperform in mathematics as measured by various academic indicators. There is no doubt that nearly two years of remote learning resulted in the loss of learning in all disciplines, particularly in mathematics.

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Top 5 Reasons Why Kids Should Learn Python

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Moreover, Python affords a great deal of flexibility as a coding language which means kids can experiment easily and more often. For instance, Matplotlib is used for plotting charts and graphs; SciPy for engineering applications, science, and mathematics; Beautiful Soup for HTML parsing and XML and NumPy for scientific computing.

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Number Sense Builds a Strong Math Foundation

Middle Web

There's an immense difference between rote memorization and giving students tools that allow them to work flexibly and thoughtfully with numbers, writes Kathie Palmieri. When kids learn number sense and can use multiple strategies, they have choice in how they solve problems.

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Interactive Digital Whiteboards are Great Tools to Enhance Your Teaching

Educators Technology

In cases where intensive use of the digital whiteboard is needed, such as in the realization of mathematical equations, it is highly recommended to use a device that allows writing on the screen with a stylus. Why are interactive whiteboards important in classrooms?

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How can wing design improve aircraft flight?

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Today, aeronautical engineers are focused on improving the efficiency of aircraft, by designing longer, thinner, more flexible wings. At the University of Bristol , UK, Dr Punsara Navaratna and Dr Alessandro Pontillo are developing new testing and modelling techniques for novel wing design and the added complexities of a flexible aircraft.

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Visible Maths

STEM Discovery

Mathematics is a subject that allows for precise thinking, but when that precise thinking is combined with creativity, openness, visualization, and flexibility, the mathematics comes alive.”

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