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STEM-focused Education

The STEM Laboratory

Although it’s natural to put a large emphasis on learning to read for first grade, it’s also crucial that students’ natural curiosity be utilized to get them excited about concepts related to STEM with engaging and memorable activities. STEM is a way for students to start understanding the world around them with hands-on learning.

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The Impact of Inclusive STEM Education

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STEM identity can last a lifetime and help students thrive in school, future careers and life. Inclusive STEM programs widen job opportunities for the growing technology sector, support students in building digital literacy skills and empower young people to become creators — not just consumers — of technology.

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An Innovative Journey to Scalable Computer Science Programs

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In a time when technological advancements shape our daily lives and drive economic growth, focusing on STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education in K-12 schools is not just a trend but a necessity. Minecraft Education ’s blocky world became the undisputed champion of engagement.

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Current STEM Diversity Programs and Investments Aren’t Working — It’s Time to Shift Focus

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For decades, our country has invested in creating a more diverse STEM workforce by launching efforts that increase the representation of women and people of color in the field. Out-of-school time programs have played a large role, funneling more girls and youth of color into K-12 STEM education programs that introduce them to the field.

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Bringing Better STEM Education to the Rural South

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Now the STEM curriculum is poised to enter high school classrooms in the rural South. Department of Education and will last five years. Other challenges seem to have set back STEM education, too. Many rural students have also struggled to access high-quality STEM education because of a lack of resources.

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Could AI Give Civics Education a Boost?

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When longtime educator Zachary Cote first read about the release of ChatGPT about 15 months ago, he says his first instinct was to be “concerned” about its impact in the classroom, worried that students might simply ask the AI tool to do work for them. He has long argued that U.S.

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How Laser Cutter Brings New Inspiration to the Classroom

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STEM education–Science, technology, engineering, and math–sounds intimidating, but is actually one of the most satisfying learning experiences students can participate in. In this article, we will explain the benefits of using a laser cutter for education. It enhances their STEM knowledge through practical.