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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ED Surge

JULY 10, 2024

As part of this program at Morris County Vocational School, in New Jersey, where I teach, students engage in research about key issues at our school and learn how to plan effective professional development to support the staff.

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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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Defined Learning

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Maintaining student engagement throughout the school year can be a challenge. Learn how integrating hands-on learning activities such as STEM, project-based learning (PBL), outdoor activities, gamification, and more helps maintain student engagement and develop essential skills like creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 25, 2019

Nevertheless, an article published in the International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications one year later in 2010 uncovered that 88% of teaching professionals saw a need for integration of the service. Fast forward to 2018, how many schools in the world can actually say that they executed this?

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ED Surge

MAY 9, 2023

Competing [in a game] doesn’t work as motivation for every student. One benefit of CoCo is its mild learning curve, says Tiffany Zides, a digital literacy and computer science teacher at Clarke Middle School in Lexington, Massachusetts. No one wants to be at the bottom of a leaderboard.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 25, 2022

We would say “play” or “critical thinking” or “computer science.” Sometimes, that meant playing a game in the classroom; other times, it meant redesigning the curriculum, working through problems in a different way. Unfortunately, at the time, you couldn’t say “games” to a potential parent or funder.

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STEMx

OCTOBER 25, 2016

Across the country, schools are working to make computer science classes available to all students. With change on this scale, states are looking to guide the creation of computer science classes with standards that outline what students need to know as they progress from first grade through high school.

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CoderZ

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Higher student engagement and motivation Game-based learning is an effective way to make the curriculum more dynamic and infuse fun into the classroom. Through a series of challenges, virtual badges or rewards, and opportunities to level-up, educational video games leverage intrinsic motivation to keep students engaged in the content.

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Cool Cat Teacher

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Compiling resources can benefit topics like Artificial Intelligence in education, school safety, student engagement, reading instruction, and math instruction, and just about any major topic can benefit from it. I have shows on student engagement, reading, project-based learning, math, and more planned in the upcoming months.

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STEMx

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

For computer science teachers, helping students conceptualize how information is transmitted and protected on networks can be difficult. While playing the game, students learn about concepts included in the Computer Science Teachers Association. K-12 Computer Science Standards.?To

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 24, 2022

LEGO Education designs standards-aligned sets for K-8 students and offers plenty of free support for teachers, including more than 400 online lesson plans —ranging in focus from computer science and English Language Arts (ELA) to robotics and coding— self-guided professional development and an online community where teachers share tips and ideas.

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STEMx

JULY 26, 2018

How did Arkansas become a national leader in promoting and implementing a K-12 computer science curriculum? I also serve as a board member for the National Computer Science Teachers Association, and as a member of the Southern Regional Education Board’s Commission on Computer Science, Information Technology and Related Career Fields.

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Cool Cat Teacher

APRIL 11, 2022

Last year when I needed to take a college CEU course, I chose Advancement Courses and learned so much about teaching computer science in the classroom. Let's talk about some of your current research that's going to relate to student engagement, both face to face and online. Where did you start with your questions?

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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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Scientix

AUGUST 2, 2024

CC-BY, Georgia Lascaris Introduction The aim of this 3-month interdisciplinary project was to inspire students in grades 11 and 12 (focusing on girls), to become interested in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) by combining STEM, Space and Environmental Education.

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User Generated Education

FEBRUARY 15, 2020

Sadly, though, too few of these skills are directly and intentionally taught to learners: writing, speaking, and for more progressively schools, engaging in the arts and the computer science related skills. Is this really the best we can do?

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PCS Edventures

MARCH 7, 2025

One of the most compelling reasons for integrating esports and game design into education is their effect on student engagement. Schools with esports programs often report higher attendance rates, improved grades, and stronger student motivation , especially among those who previously struggled in traditional learning environments.

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ED Surge

APRIL 23, 2024

The most challenging part has definitely been trying to keep students engaged in the classroom and interested in their learning. Currently I am on a team of two [fourth grade teachers], so I teach ELA and social studies while my partner teaches math and science. For the past 1.5 It's hard to teach math, period.

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CoderZ

JULY 13, 2023

CoderZ , the innovative online platform for teaching robotics and computer science, not only empowers students but also offers a wealth of resources and tools to prioritize teacher well-being. By actively participating in these offerings, you can enhance your knowledge and skills in robotics and computer science education.

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ED Surge

JULY 17, 2023

To understand why group work goes wrong — and maybe to vent just a teensy bit — I spoke with college instructor and former computer science teacher Jen Manly about how educators can use a technique from the tech world, called Agile project management , to help students of any age work effectively as a team.

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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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Defined Learning

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

With the new school year in full swing, there is a wide range of tools and methods educators can explore to enhance student learning, from digital tools like AI-driven lesson creators to immersive technologies like augmented and virtual reality.

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CoderZ

APRIL 13, 2023

By incorporating game-based learning into the classroom, teachers can increase student engagement, help students to better retain information, and create an enjoyable learning environment. Game-based learning (GBL) is the use of interactive tools and digital games to engage students in the learning process.

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CoderZ

AUGUST 23, 2021

Right now, most science and tech fields are overwhelmingly led and operated by white and Asian males. Right now, the pipeline for students in these communities to succeed in the tech industry is weak, but it doesn’t have to be. Enter, the Amazon Future Engineer. Access to STEM for All with Amazon Future Engineer.

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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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The Maker Mom

JANUARY 10, 2023

Below you’ll find an awesome list of science, engineering, and robotics competitions for middle and high school students to help you find the right one for your child. The annual Congressional App Challenge (CAC) is a Congressional initiative to encourage student engagement in STEM and, more specifically, computer science.

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CoderZ

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Transcending Boundaries of the Screen & Preparing Students for the Real-World In the realm of education, game-based learning holds immense potential to transform the way students engage with content.

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Ellipsis Education

MAY 17, 2023

But, it’s not always immediately clear how teachers can coach students through these moments of self-doubt. Examples of Interventions in the Classroom So how do we keep students engaged in productive struggle or bring them back once they’ve shut down? Schedule a demo with one of our curriculum experts.

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National Science Foundation

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

While the college enrollment of individuals with ASD is much lower than their allistic peers, of those who do get to college, many of them choose engineering, computer science, and other STEM majors (Wei et al., Pre-college engineering is so much more than complicated math calculations and high-level understanding of science.

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CoderZ

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Equitable STEM and computer science opportunities are something that elementary educators have struggled to implement, myself included. In each lesson, I strive to teach in a way that my students WANT to learn and in the ways that they learn best while challenging them at the same time. BUT it does not have to be!

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Ellipsis Education

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Although you likely are familiar with both, there are some interesting applications with STEM and computer science specifically. Let’s define direct instruction and inquiry based learning, and explore standards-driven methods for incorporating both into your computer science lessons. Get the Lesson.

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Career in STEM

AUGUST 2, 2023

As we navigate the digital age, educators and students are discovering AI’s potential to transform traditional learning methods, offering opportunities for personalized education, and enhancing student engagement. Today, we will explore four AI resources that can assist with this future.

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STEM Education Works

MARCH 27, 2024

FINDING THE RIGHT TECHNOLOGY Finally, to keep your camp relevant and your students engaged, be sure to incorporate the use of technology into your activities. Other computer science applications could include VR headsets or circuit-building kits. Pinterest and websites from STEM organizations are excellent examples.

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STEM Sport

JUNE 6, 2023

In the constantly evolving education landscape, educators need to design effective STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) curricula that engage and inspire their middle school students. Consider incorporating coding and programming activities to develop computational thinking and problem-solving skills.

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Northeastern University

JULY 5, 2022

After being virtual for the past two years, we are excited to finally have high school students engaging in research on campus. Students are working with their mentors to define their research goals, learn new software, understand research procedures, and more.

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Northeastern University

JULY 5, 2022

After being virtual for the past two years, we are excited to finally have high school students engaging in research on campus. Students are working with their mentors to define their research goals, learn new software, understand research procedures, and more.

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