Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 28, 2022

If the teacher wants to use games to learn history, Minecraft won’t throw students into a fully fleshed simulation of the American Revolution. The real reason we read is to learn, experience new adventures, find out what’s over the next horizon. Players learn by doing, failing, trying again. That’s reality.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 24, 2015

” It’s the kids without their nose in a book that notice the world around them, make connections, and learn natively. Remaining Open to Continuous Learning. The result is a compelling argument that education is less a data download and more a fitness program for our brains. Gathering Data through All Senses.

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Critical Thinking Argumentation Problem Solving Communications 328

Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 9, 2023

It also appears multiple times for most grade levels in the Math Standards, including the Standards for Mathematical Practice. It starts with a change in mindset: You aren’t teaching a tech tool, you’re teaching its application to learning. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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Critical Thinking Problem Solving Argumentation Achievement 396

ED Surge

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Students can be excellent little actors in a traditional classroom, going through the motions of “ studenting ,” but not learning much. That’s the argument of Peter Liljedahl, a professor of mathematics education at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver, who has spent years researching what works in teaching. Teachers hated it.

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ED Surge

JUNE 4, 2024

In it, Sal Khan, founder of Khan Academy, which has been building a tutoring tool with ChatGPT, sits watching his 15-year old son Imran learn a math concept from a talking version of the chatbot running on an iPad, which can also see what the student is typing on the tablet. What would you say to that argument?

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Artificial Intelligence Argumentation Technology Teaching 329

ED Surge

JANUARY 17, 2022

Did My Students Learn? So, what did I notice about learning? Students learned a lot, and they improved significantly during the semester. They learn about the subtleties of mathematical argument by presenting to each other in class. The grades got out of the way and let us learn.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 18, 2016

Where they diverge from you and I is they haven’t tested all the available methods for planning a story, constructing non-fiction, or building the evidence-based argument. It’s up to us–as their teachers–to introduce these alternatives so they can pick one best suited to their learning and communication style.

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National Science Foundation

DECEMBER 8, 2021

While our work centers on Black teachers, we have learned from fellow researchers and educators that much of what we will share in this blog resonates with other teachers of color as well (see Kohli, 2016). A leading argument for bringing more STEM teachers into the field is rooted in commodification. The Diversity Imperative.

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ED Surge

APRIL 12, 2022

Universities generally cover a wide range of subjects, focused on an academic field, say mathematics or computer science. And the argument is that if a university degree is a good investment, it ought to be substantially more valuable than the opportunity cost. My argument is that the risk is too high, and the returns too low.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 18, 2015

It also appears multiple times for most grade levels in the Math Standards, including the Standards for Mathematical Practice. It starts with a change in mindset: You aren’t teaching a tech tool, you’re teaching its application to learning. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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Critical Thinking Problem Solving Argumentation Achievement 283

ED Surge

DECEMBER 12, 2023

It could be mathematics, it could be chess, it could be novel writing, and it could be science. But even if as a program for 20 of the most self-starting people each year, the Thiel Fellowship beats higher education, does that really prove Peter Thiel’s argument that somehow college is broken? You look across all sorts of fields.

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Finance Economics Argumentation Innovation 314

Computing Education Research Blog

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

My argument is that computer science was originally invented to be taught to everyone, but not for economic advantage. Forsythe argued (in a 1968 article) that the most valuable parts of a scientific or technical education were facility with natural language, mathematics, and computer science. It was an amazing event.

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Computer Science Computer Science Sciences 138

Futurum

APRIL 18, 2023

How machine learning is revolutionising materials science Published: Research in materials science and engineering is crucial for developing materials that can help solve some of society’s biggest challenges.

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Teach Hub

JULY 19, 2024

Why Students Need to Learn Problem-Solving Problem-solving is the foundation of critical thinking. This promotes a mindset that is vital for lifelong learning. Learning Through Play Play-based learning is a great strategy for teaching problem-solving ideas for students since children learn best through play.

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Problem Solving Critical Thinking Creativity Mathematics 110

Robert Talbert, Ph.D.

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

In the original article, I gave a list of what computing skills mathematics majors should learn and when they should learn them. If anything, over the past seven years, my feelings about the centrality of computing in the mathematics major have gotten even more entrenched. Mostly this is because of two things.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 26, 2023

In mathеmatics, еducators can encourage critical thinking by prеsеnting rеal-world problems that require application of mathematical concеpts. By dissеcting litеraturе, studеnts not only develop analytical skills but also еnhancе thеir ability to construct rеasonеd arguments. You can find her resources at Structured Learning.

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Computing Education Research Blog

MARCH 18, 2024

I’ve had to learn a lot, and we’re relying heavily on the great Generative AI Snap! Research in PCAS We’re starting to publish some of what we’re learning from PCAS. Tamara Nelson-Fromm just presented a paper at the 2024 PLATEAU Workshop on evidence we have suggesting transfer of learning from teaspoon languages into our custom Snap!

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National Science Foundation

JANUARY 20, 2022

Now, this is usually where I would launch into a well-honed set of arguments explicating the various economic, societal, and moral imperatives which make clear the need for America to tackle issues of equity and inclusion through a systemic transformation approach to cultivate a larger and more inclusive STEMM workforce. experiences that?inspire?further

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National Science Foundation

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

In its current form, school algebra serves as a gatekeeper to higher-level mathematics. Researchers and policy makers have pushed to open that gate—providing more students access to algebra, focusing in particular on those students historically denied access to higher-level mathematics. Berry & Larson, 2019; Levitt, 2019).

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Stephen Wolfram

JUNE 28, 2023

They’re mathematically more complex, but each one we successfully cover makes a new collection of problems accessible to exact solution and reliable numerical and symbolic computation. It’s the end of a long journey, and a satisfying achievement in the quest to make as much mathematical knowledge as possible automatically computable.

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 27, 2023

As an educator, I am constantly seeking ways to enhance my teaching methods and promote a well-rounded learning experience for my students. That’s why I’m excited to share with you essential tips on the key elements of integrative learning. KEY TAKEAWAY What are the key elements of integrative learning?

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Critical Thinking Learning Problem Solving Communications 52

Stephen Wolfram

MAY 23, 2023

And for example doing a very simple piece of machine learning , we again get a symbolic object which can be used as a function and applied to an argument to get a result: And so it is with LLMFunction. By giving a second argument to LLMFunction you can say you want actual, structured computable output.

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Wisconsin Science and STEM Education

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Students cannot meaningfully bring 25 different literacies or perspectives to bear as they explore phenomena and solve problems; I propose there are 5 that should frame student learning opportunities in PK-12. As students learn other languages and build intercultural competence, they also grow in this social literacy.

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National Science Foundation

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

For over twenty years, several mathematics education initiatives (Campbell et al., Developing teacher leaders to help facilitate change in their schools’ mathematics programs was a major component of the TEAM-Math partnership (Martin et al., 2003; Martin et al., In this blog, we share three case studies of teacher leaders.

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Computing Education Research Blog

JULY 12, 2021

The former is important because the economic argument for computing education in schools is the most salient in the United States. The latter most often appears as a focus on learning computing skills without programming, e.g., like in the CS Unplugged activities from Tim Bell at the University of Canterbury ( link ).

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Wisconsin Science and STEM Education

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Example 1 - Waukesha In the School District of Waukesha, they have emphasized “ Grading for Learning ” for several years, which focuses on clear student learning targets and feedback/support cycles to help students accomplish those targets. Supports conclusions with logical arguments. Supports conclusions with logical arguments.

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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. In today’s schools, there’s no denying that technology and science have become intertwined because they inspire learners to question what they learn and see.

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PCS Edventures

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

While sciences and mathematics may take center stage, literacy skills have always been waiting in the wings, ready to make their debut. Both Discover Digital Video LAB and Traveling Artist kits are flexible for in-person or distance learning. Mathematics and Literacy. Click to View Full Size. We can’t forget literacy in math!

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Mathematics Engineering Argumentation Sciences 52

Stephen Wolfram

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Many would say that modern exact science was launched in the 1600s with the introduction of what we can call the “ mathematical paradigm ”: the idea that things in the world can be described by mathematical equations—and that their behavior can be determined by finding solutions to these equations.

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STEM Education Shopping

MAY 15, 2023

Source: wonderworkshop.com Cue Robot has become increasingly popular in STEM education, as it is equipped with innovative features such as artificial intelligence and machine learning. By examining both sides of the argument, we hope to gain a better understanding of the effectiveness of using Cue Robot in the classroom setting.

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STEM Education Shopping

JANUARY 27, 2022

Despite all the article post, blog post, TED talks there is still arguments on how to achieve diversity in STEM. Further, research have shown that young girls have less confidence than boys in their mathematics skills. A detailed research has proven that diversity can benefit from all of the things.

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Futurum

MAY 20, 2022

In contrast to these arguments, hard maths does not seem to be the reason fewer girls choose physics A-levels, as Birbalsingh suggested. In fact, data show mathematics is the third popular A-level subject for girls in the UK, suggesting that girls prefer maths to physics. Please check out the original post to learn more.

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Physics Math Argumentation Equality 52

Stephen Wolfram

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Many would say that modern exact science was launched in the 1600s with the introduction of what we can call the “ mathematical paradigm ”: the idea that things in the world can be described by mathematical equations—and that their behavior can be determined by finding solutions to these equations.

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Science Sciences Physics Mathematics 61

Robert Talbert, Ph.D.

MARCH 18, 2022

 In diagram form, the feedback process looks like this: The feedback loop This diagram should feel very familiar in the context of learning. When you’re learning something, you do something to learn. Focus on learning outcomes and growth. So keep feedback specific and focused. Ask questions.

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The Science Penguin

AUGUST 11, 2023

The key to this type of learning lies in the three dimensions woven throughout the NGSS. Read on to learn more about this dynamic and engaging approach to teaching science. The DCI states, “Support an argument that plants get the materials they need for growth chiefly from air and water.”

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Critical Thinking Argumentation Engineering Sciences 52

Futurum

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

We wondered whether there was a link between connections to place and the learning that occurs there.” While formal science education – the science we study in school or college – provides important scientific skills and knowledge, a lot of learning occurs outside of formal settings. Why is citizen science important?

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Robert Talbert, Ph.D.

APRIL 22, 2022

The Joint Mathematics Meetings are coming up in Boston during the first week of January. For those outside mathematics, this is a shared conference between the American Mathematical Society and the Mathematical Association of America and is the “big annual conference” in our discipline.

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