Know Adam's Blog

APRIL 24, 2024

To transform student performance, we must build a classroom culture and environment for students to actively engage in. Providing authentic learning opportunities and releasing responsibility to our students increases student engagement and performance.

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STEM Next

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) had told science teachers that kids learn science best through a hands-on, interactive, student-centered, and inquiry-based approach (see NSTA Position Statement ). The report asserted the highest priority was to revitalize K-12 science and mathematics education.

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Salina Gray titled " Teaching to Transform: (W)holistic Science Pedagogy (WSP)." For teachers, this approach requires “a commitment to an ever-developing self-awareness, to science and its practices, [and] to science as a transformative agent.”

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All About STEM

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The British Science Association & CREST Awards offer a comprehensive guide to primary CREST which maps projects with the curriculum. While CREST activities are often used as enrichment tools to encourage extra-curricular student engagement with STEM subjects, many directly support learning within the science.

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Defined Learning

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Rowell delves into the developmental stages of gratitude in students, highlighting its significant benefits, and explores how integrating gratitude into education enhances student engagement, motivation, and overall learning experiences.

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STEM Education Guide

MARCH 9, 2023

STEM, an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, is an essential component of the educational experience. Famous biologist Judith Ramaley coined the acronym in 2001 when she was the director of the National Science Foundation (NSF). Science and Technology in the STEM Curriculum Let’s face it.

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PCS Edventures

MAY 15, 2023

This challenge has a simple solution — integrate STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) into your summer program! If your goal is to implement a program that specifically targets skills in Mathematics, English Language Arts, Science or Social Studies, we’ve got you covered! Let’s dive in. References: Cooper, H.,

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CoderZ

JULY 10, 2023

With the growing demand for robotics and computer science education , it’s essential to equip ourselves with versatile tools that promote flexibility and adaptability in the classroom. In this article, we will explore how embracing flexibility and innovation can enhance your robotics and computer science classes.

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Vivify Stem

AUGUST 2, 2023

A Teacher’s Guide to Science Fair Post by Michelle Bogden & Natasha Wilkerson August 1, 2023 Are you a teacher responsible for running Science Fair this year? Read on for our Science Fair Guide: Steps to Success! What is Science Fair? Check out this trailer of a movie all about Science Fair!

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Defined Learning

MARCH 29, 2024

In today's digital age, student engagement is more of a challenge than ever before. Elizabeth Kreutzer, middle school s cience teacher and science department chair at Loch Raven Technical Academy in Baltimore City Public Schools , discusses her experience incorporating project-based learning into her classroom.

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The Science Penguin

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Oh no”, you think to yourself, “ What science lesson will I teach today?! ” With the TEKS Slides & Notes Bundles, I’ve given you all the tools to teach your science class with very little prep (seriously, you only have to print the pre-made notes). The slide shows are very organized and grab the attention of my students.”

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Vivify Stem

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Engineering and the 5E Science Model Post by Michelle Bogden & Natasha Wilkerson February 22, 2023 Are you looking to add engineering to your science classroom? Most educators use the 5E learning model to teach science concepts. Can engineering design fit into 5E science units? Do not introduce vocabulary yet.

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All About STEM

DECEMBER 14, 2022

The British Science Association & CREST Awards offer a comprehensive guide to primary CREST which maps projects with the curriculum. While CREST activities are often used as enrichment tools to encourage extra-curricular student engagement with STEM subjects, many directly support learning within the science.

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Vivify Stem

JULY 12, 2023

How to Host a Debate in Your Science Classroom Post by Michelle Bogden July 12, 2023 Imagine a classroom buzzing with excitement as students engage in intellectual battles, passionately defending their scientific viewpoints. Scientific argumentation holds a crucial place in the science classroom!

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National Science Foundation

OCTOBER 3, 2023

A Framework for K-12 Science Education (National Research Council, 2012) served as the foundation for the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS; NGSS Lead States, 2013a). The NGSS are expected of all students, hence “all standards, all students” with a focus on equity (NGSS Lead States, 2013b). 2021; Lee et al.,

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The Science Penguin

MAY 21, 2021

So, why not bring these amazing occurrences into our classrooms to help teach our science curriculum? Below you’ll learn about teaching using phenomena-based science. Bringing phenomena-based science into your science block. I can tell you here and now I think the changes to science instruction are great!

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The Science Penguin

MAY 22, 2021

Your students will learn about real-world science in our National Parks and the substitute teacher will have everything they need to keep students engaged and learning. The National Parks Science Sub Plans Bundle includes 5 easy prep sub plans. Prep it in advance as an emergency sub plans or use them on the go.

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Science and Steamteam

OCTOBER 25, 2021

What is Citizen Science? Citizen science projects rely on volunteers and scientists working together. Every-day people, including students, collect data and send it to scientists, and this collaboration increases scientific knowledge. Why Should Your Students Engage in Citizen Science? Learn about it here.

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Carly and Adam

JANUARY 12, 2023

It is also a way to provide feedback to students on their own learning. In elementary STEM or science classes, you may or may not be responsible for providing letter grades or an overall percentage for students, but it is still important to share progress with students and their families. Cooperates with others.

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Teach Science for All

JANUARY 6, 2024

When I decided to step away from my work as a STEM professional way back in the late 1990s and move into K-12 education- my personal goal was to make a positive impact on elementary science instruction. As a new elementary classroom teacher I hoped to get my students engaged and interested in science. I […]

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Calculus is a critical on-ramp to careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). At least, that’s according to a randomized study recently published in the peer-reviewed journal Science. The students she’s kept up with, Zuniga says, report carrying an understanding of calculus forward into other STEM courses.

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Over the summer, the professor from the University of California at Santa Cruz, spent a week at Harvard to learn how to redesign the mathematics for life sciences courses his institution offers. Called Math 11 A and B, these classes, which students take as freshmen and sophomores, constitute a “leaky pipeline,” Weissman says.

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National Science Foundation

MARCH 21, 2023

It is enhanced by the discoveries of science and shaped by the designs of engineering. Although the technological products of today are surely different than those used by the panel members, their insights into the nature of technology and its interactions with both science and society seem more prescient than ever.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Being a computer science teacher, I thought I had a natural affinity for technology that could translate into a successful tech-agnostic approach to curriculum and instruction; however, by Thanksgiving of the following year, I had led one too many uninspiring and demoralizing online classes where it felt like I was talking into a deep, dark void.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 16, 2023

It can facilitate immersive learning environments , allowing educators to craft virtual classrooms or historical settings so that students engage in interactive and captivating lessons. Experiential learning is enhanced , offering a safe platform for hands-on activities like science experiments.

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National Science Foundation

AUGUST 9, 2022

Inspired by a challenge to design a research study of teacher effectiveness based on measures beyond student test scores, we were awarded a Noyce Track 4 research grant from the National Science Foundation to explore teacher effectiveness through culturally responsive education and core practices. 2014; Villegas & Lucas, 2007).

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 20, 2023

AI is used in education to improve learning in multiple areas, including science, math, and languages. AI integration can make health and physical education more effective, entertaining, and personalized for teachers and students. This method enhances learning by raising engagement levels and encouraging teamwork and friendship.

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CTE Learning

OCTOBER 27, 2022

The students later used this data when creating their games. And we are so thankful to the Web Professionals Global Organization for partnering with us to make these industry credentials obtainable for high school students. Contact us directly today at 913-764-4272 or swaddell@ctelearning.com to schedule your free 20-minute demo.

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ED Surge

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Nardolilli’s experience in designing educational games goes back to when he would create science-themed birthday parties at an after-school science center. For example, Nardolilli says, “I’ve noticed that my students make fewer mistakes in identifying angles now.”

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STEM Discovery Education

MAY 15, 2023

Discovery Education is brimming with resources, videos, articles, images, and relevant content to help get students interested in learning. As a new user, it can be overwhelming, but learning to leverage the wide variety of resources Discovery Education offers can help you keep your students engaged and actively learning.

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STEM Sport

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Early implementation of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) is key to student success in these complex subject areas. In this article, you will explore 23 easy-to-implement STEM lessons educators and/or parents can facilitate with elementary-age students to spark curiosity in STEM.

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Box Light

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

September 13th is Programmers Day which celebrates the diverse contributions of programmers across fields like technology, science, and entertainment, employing languages like Python and Java. When students engage in coding activities, they are presented with real-world challenges that require logical reasoning and creativity to solve.

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National Science Foundation

JULY 5, 2022

Though women were once at the forefront of developing the disciplines of computer programming and software engineering (Berkeley School of Information, 2021), the computer science (CS) workforce in the US for the past three decades has become a field of mostly White and Asian men.

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Defined Learning

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

In my third year of teaching science to sophomores, I had likely accrued 300 hours of designing projects. I had an entry event, a sophisticated rubric, a highly structured calendar, and a number of workshops for students. My colleagues had given me tons of feedback on how to better design projects for student engagement.

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Robot Lab

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

By Devin Partida STEM educators have numerous tools at their disposal to keep students engaged with technology. It’s necessary in a tech-driven world, where students crave modern interactivity to maintain their attention and process concepts.

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Patrick's Day STEM Centers transform the classroom into a dynamic learning environment, where students engage with science, technology, engineering, and math through themed activities. This artistic endeavor encourages experimentation and understanding of primary and secondary colors, blending art with science.

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ED Surge

MARCH 18, 2024

In a recent science lesson, high school biology students played Lighthaus ’ virtual reality (VR) adventure Nano. Explorers seek to experience every aspect of an activity, often looking ahead in assignments and exploring all links. The Achiever aims to earn badges and showcase accomplishments.

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