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How Minecraft Teaches Reading, Writing and Problem Solving

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A nod from a top science magazine to the game many parents wish their kids had never heard of should catch the attention of teachers. In case you must ‘sell’ this idea to your administration, here are three great reasons why students should use Minecraft in school: Reading, Writing, and Problem Solving.

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This Is Your Brain on Math: The Science Behind Culturally Responsive Instruction

ED Surge

Brain science research is increasingly bolstering the idea that math instruction rooted in culturally relevant problem-solving helps students draw from their lived experiences and activates distinct areas of the brain, producing durable and deep learning. This science suggests that all teachers can make use of these approaches.

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How STEM Building Blocks Nurture Creativity and Problem-Solving Skills

STEM Education Shopping

In today’s fast-paced and technology-driven world, it’s more important than ever for children to develop strong problem-solving skills and creativity. In this article, we will explore how STEM building blocks nurture creativity and problem-solving skills. What are STEM Building Blocks?

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Ward’s Science–So Many STEM Resources

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One of the most difficult skills to teach in school is problem solving. We talk about what that means–problem solving, critical analysis, logical thinking–but often, that sounds hard to them–too hard. They are a toolkit of life skills such as problem-solving, coding and thinking.

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Can gamification improve students’ motivation and problem-solving skills?

Scientix

One such study was conducted to investigate whether gamification can improve students’ motivation to learn physics and problem-solving skills. The action research was conducted with 21 students in 10 th grade, most of whom have a low academic achievement and a general lack of interest in learning natural science subjects.

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Unleashing Creativity and Problem-Solving Skills: The Power of STEM Subscription Boxes

Top 10 Sciencekits

Are you looking for innovative ways to enhance your child's problem-solving and critical thinking skills while keeping them engaged and entertained? That's where STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) subscription boxes come in. That's where STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) subscription boxes come in.

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Getting Older Students Excited About Science Class

Teach Hub

As students move into middle and high school , it becomes increasingly challenging for them to maintain excitement and enthusiasm for subjects like math and science. Here we’ll explore a few key areas to help you make science class more appealing so your older students will get excited about science class again.

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