STEMe

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Understanding the biology of fear is crucial for unraveling the intricacies of our survival instinct and how it influences our behavior and overall well-being. Two neurotransmitters that play key roles in the biology of fear are glutamate and GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid).

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ED Surge

JULY 12, 2022

Today, a collection of more than 500 prominent business, education and nonprofit leaders called on states to update their K-12 curriculum to make computer science a core subject. The effort was led by Code.org, an education nonprofit focused on expanding computer science education. In the U.S.,

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Futurum

MARCH 21, 2023

Synthetic biology: the power of modified microbes Published: Microbes are the world’s most brilliant chemists, able to turn simple sugars and other compounds into a vast array of complex chemicals. The general idea of synthetic biology is that we can engineer microbes to do things that naturally occurring microbes don’t do,” he says.

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Teach Science for All

DECEMBER 19, 2023

One of the highlights for me this fall quarter of 2023 was getting to spend some time in a particular high school biology classroom in Tacoma. It is a space where students are seen, where they are cared for, where learning is the focus, where control is not the goal, where science connects to the […]

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STEMe

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Those interested in studying the marine organisms themselves should consider a career in marine biology. Marine biologists can pick from a wide range of specialized topics within marine biology to study, ranging from different species, groups, and behaviors.

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Educators Technology

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Back to you with another handpicked list of TED Ed videos but this time the theme is science. most popular TED Ed science videos that you can use with your students in class. The Life Sciences section in TED Ed contains a huge collection of educational videos spanning various science topics. How does anesthesia work?

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The Trendy Science Teacher

SEPTEMBER 5, 2021

Teaching macromolecules could very well be one of the most boring topics in Biology! Today, on the blog, I am sharing some ideas for Teaching Macromolecules in Biology. The lesson can get a little boring, so I provide my students with Science scribbles that allows them to doodle and color while I teach. Introduction.

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Amy Brown Science

JULY 24, 2016

Are your students struggling to master all the new biology terms and definitions we teach each day? After teaching high school Biology for over 30 years, I know that one of the biggest problems my students are going to have in my class is mastering the mountain of new vocabulary words encountered each and every day.

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Carly and Adam

APRIL 11, 2024

Imagine an evening brimming with discovery, excitement, and hands-on learning, where families come together to explore the fascinating world of science. Welcome to Family Science Night —an enriching and educational gathering crafted to ignite the curiosity of both children and adults! Need some ideas for your Family Science Night ?

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Career in STEM

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

In this first blog within our new Top STEM Internships series, we’ll tell you all about the best internships to be found in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math. Here are five of the best science internships: 1. The program is awesome for anyone looking to start a career in biological science and research!

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MooMoo Math & Science

MARCH 22, 2023

Life is both mysterious and amazing. Within a beautiful forest there are all kinds of interactions taking place.between both living and non-living factors. Let’s take a look at the different levels of biological organization found on Earth. I would like to focus on levels of organization starting at the organism.

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Wisconsin Science and STEM Education

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

What they did (and do) want is more equitable and engaging science learning for ALL students. In the early 90s, some freshmen took physical science and some “more advanced” learners were tracked into biology. Then, later in the 90s, they got rid of the option of different initial courses and all freshmen took biology.

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The Trendy Science Teacher

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Today, on the blog, I’m sharing 7 Holiday Activities to use in your Biology Classroom. Decorate a Biology-Themed Ornament. As a holiday project, I have my students choose a biology topic and use their creativity to create an ornament that showcases that topic. Summarize a Biology Topic to the Tune of a Christmas Song.

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Amy Brown Science

AUGUST 13, 2022

You only have to be a science teacher for one single day to start getting these types of questions and comments. The challenge we science teachers face is how to bridge this gap. What are the essential science skills? Click on red text or any image to view Science Skills Chat in my TpT store.

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Fiendishly Clever

JUNE 23, 2024

Mary Howell Mary is a Professional Development Leader (PDL) on the education team at STEM Learning – a secondary science and biology specialist. Mary was a secondary science teacher and subject leader for many years and is interested in all aspects … Continue reading "Meeting 21 of the Inclusive Science group"

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 29, 2024

It’s called “ ChatGPT and the Future of AI, ” and the author is Terrence Sejnowski, a professor of biology at the University of California, San Diego, where he co-directs the Institute for Neural Computation and the NSF Temporal Dynamics of Learning Center. He is also the Francis Crick Chair at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Basically, it’s because there aren’t enough education opportunities that require that sort of skill and those there are, usually rhyme with ‘math’ or ‘science’ which to many kids are “just too complicated” Enter STEM–Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. “I

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Cool Cat Teacher

MAY 16, 2023

Click for a free teacher account Free Science Investigations for Middle School Students ResearchQuest is a free set of investigations designed for middle schoolers that allow them to examine artifacts, analyze data, and create their own conclusions. They are also guided by an NHMU entomologist and some cool science-based comics.

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Stephen Wolfram

MARCH 5, 2024

So what about science? But that certainly doesn’t mean AI can’t importantly help the progress of science. But what I want to do here is to discuss what amount to deeper questions about AI in science. Three centuries ago science was transformed by the idea of representing the world using mathematics.

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STEM Education Shopping

JANUARY 19, 2024

Science kits are a great way to introduce children to the wonders of science and spark their curiosity. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the top 5 science kits for budding scientists, including edible science kits and options for 13 year olds.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 31, 2022

There's a common misconception that science is inherently neutral and objective, absolving it of any responsibility for racist beliefs and practices. Furthermore, within the vast scope of science history, men have continuously taken credit for women's intellectual work in science, a pervasive phenomenon known as the Matilda Effect.

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Newton STEM

NOVEMBER 6, 2022

The Broad Institute’s Broad Discovery Series of free, public lectures (formerly Science for All Seasons) will launch on November 15 , 5PM-6PM with a hybrid event, Taking an Engineer’s Approach to Understanding Biology.

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Accelerate Learning

MARCH 17, 2023

Historically, women in STEM are often overlooked, undervalued, and even discouraged from pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. But today, women in STEM are breaking barriers, shattering glass ceilings, and achieving incredible accomplishments that are changing the world.

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Science and Steamteam

JULY 12, 2022

Science is an essential part of learning in school. Below are some of the best science YouTube channels for kids. Below are some of the best science YouTube channels for kids. I am starting with this science YouTube channel first because it is one that you might not know of as a teacher of younger children. SciShow Kids.

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Jacobs Physics

MARCH 13, 2023

If you are reading this, you may know that I'm science department chair at Woodberry Forest School, a boarding school for boys in central Virginia. Our long time biology teacher is retiring, and we're looking for someone to join our department. For this biology position, we're casting a very wide net.

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Chillax Science

JANUARY 30, 2023

So in this blog post, I am sharing with you six of my favorite science toys that won’t break the bank and will make your kid the super star. I divided the recommendations into three categories based on the science discipline. These are: chemistry, physics, and biology. Biology Toys Biology toys are very popular amongst all ages.

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Teach Science for All

AUGUST 11, 2021

Fred Hutch has an excellent assortment of socially relevant secondary life science lessons on their Science Education Partnership page. You will find units on: DNA Exonerations Race, Racism, and Genetics COVID 19 Testing and Inequalities Elephant Conservation In my work, … Continue reading →

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Amy Brown Science

JANUARY 8, 2017

Every student in our school must take a Biology 1 class, and many of them have no interest in doing so. But the students in my AP Biology course enroll by choice, and the difference is huge! My Biology 1 students are often less enthusiastic on the front end of the experience.

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STEM for Kids

JUNE 5, 2024

Raleigh, North Carolina USA 6/5/2024 STEM For Kids is excited to announce the release of the June STEM Calendar, a unique and educational resource designed to highlight significant historic events in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

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STEMe

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Ancient Greek Science Achievements include the application of systematic inquiry into the individual, the world, and the universe, which all began in Lonia in the 6th century BCE with Thales of Miletus (l. Let us journey through time to uncover how these remarkable ancient minds shaped our present and continue to guide our future.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 24, 2019

Enter award-winning PASCO Scientific with a commitment to providing innovative, affordable tools for K-12 science and math programs. PASCO Scientific is the global leader in developing technology-based solutions for hands-on science. What is PASCO Scientific. for bridge building. to measure the motion of moving objects.

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Ellipsis Education

JANUARY 30, 2023

Do you have interest in computer science but thought it's just about learning to code? While coding is a crucial aspect of computer science, it's not the only reason to pursue this field. Here are the top four benefits of studying computer science that don't include coding. Well, think again!

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ED Surge

JUNE 28, 2022

It’s the latest sign that Big Tech sees education as a key piece of the rush to build a metaverse, the immersive Internet of Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality that so far is a disconnected mix of clunky tech gear and beta software platforms inspired by science fiction.

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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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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

A biology laboratory coordinator in an integrated science department at Claremont McKenna, Pitzer and Scripps Colleges, Kohn perceived the tool as useful. But more than that, it would be important to teach his science students how to interact with the tool for their own careers, he first told EdSurge last April.

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Futurum

AUGUST 31, 2023

Engaging with the science behind food Published: The preparation of food is biochemically complex. By providing students with opportunities to learn about and participate in food science research, the lab is also inspiring the next generation of food scientists. Ibrahim has established the Food Microbiology and Biotechnology Lab.

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Teach Science for All

MARCH 4, 2024

I’m always on the lookout for good FREE science materials to recommend to readers and Explore the Salish Sea fits the bill nicely. Explore the Salish Sea offers an immersive and skillfully designed science curriculum rooted in the narrative of the children’s book, “Explore the Salish Sea: A Nature Guide for Kids.”

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