Accelerate Learning

MARCH 22, 2024

Integrating engineering concepts into elementary education is a crucial topic in this day and age. This pro cess sparks creativity and encourages working together, teaching students the value of learning from mistakes. Read this blog to: Understand why it’s critical to start engineering education early.

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ED Surge

MAY 15, 2024

STEM education is not just about science and math; it develops skills such as creativity, communication, empathy and critical thinking that complement technologies like generative AI and coding. As the demand for digital skills grows, schools must develop inclusive programs to engage diverse learners.

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Carly and Adam

JANUARY 16, 2025

Developing an effective STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) curriculum for elementary students is crucial for fostering critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills. How Do You Build an Elementary STEM Curriculum? Ask yourself: What skills do I want students to develop?

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Trina Deboree Teaching and Learning

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

144: Why Are Makerspaces Important in the Elementary Classroom? One of innovation, creativity, collaboration, community, and critical thinking. Makerspace should exist in every elementary classroom. Today we are talking about WHY classrooms might want to include a makerspace. Come join me. They are a mindset.

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Vivify Stem

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Students will investigate and design solutions that connect scientific and engineering concepts, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills to tackle real-world challenges. This prompts critical thinking as students evaluate their models as evidence. and "What are its limitations?"

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 15, 2019

These automated humanoid bots often interact with users, require critical thinking and problem-solving, and grab the imagination of students in ways that makes everyone want to learn. The Elementary Wonder Pack: Comes with Wonder’s award-winning Dash and Dot robots, accessories, and curriculum guides. Prize Option One.

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User Generated Education

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Develops Logic, Critical Thinking, and Creativity. Playing chess requires a lot of “if-then” logical analysis and “what-if” scenarios, all necessary ingredients for developing logical and critical thinking. In addition, studies show that chess boosts creativity, most dramatically in originality.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 16, 2015

support the ‘4 C’s’–creativity, critical thinking, communication, collaboration. They are so excited to play and learn!” – Sue McCulloch, Grade 3/4 Northport Elementary School. offer compelling content (this is subjective; ‘compelling’ varies teacher-to-teacher and student-to-student).

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STEM Sport

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Elementary education is a pivotal time in a child’s education journey. 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. Through music and sound, educators can introduce students to STEM lessons in a creative way.

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User Generated Education

JANUARY 30, 2022

The kids could remain on Google Meet while they played and discussed multiplayer games such as Among Us, Fortnite Creative mode (I couldn’t ethically agree to violent games in a classroom setting), Roblox, and Rocket League. They encourage critical thinking and problem solving and accomplish objectives of curriculum frameworks.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Even after 144 years, Ward’s Science continues to be a leading provider of a full range of science products, kits, and resources for AP Science, Biology, Chemistry, Digital Science, Earth Science, Physics, and more for elementary-age students through High School (and beyond)–including Makerspace environments. How do you use it.

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CSTEM

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Its the key to unlocking critical thinking, problem-solving, and adaptability skills that will define success in the workforce of tomorrow. They need more than a solid academic foundationthey need the ability to think critically, solve problems creatively, and adapt to new challenges. STEM education.

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Cool Cat Teacher

MAY 4, 2023

Today's guest, Tom Mullaney, shares how he uses Figjam with students and teachers; he explains why it is useful and gives tips and tricks that will engage students in the collaborative skills they need to be creative collaborators in today's world. Figjam is part of the Adobe Figma suite of tools and is free for educators and their students.

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Carly and Adam

OCTOBER 8, 2021

STEM Challenges and Books for Elementary Students During the Month of December STEM learning is the integration of science, technology, engineering, and math. It is a hands-on way for kids to extend their learning in these subject areas while developing creativity and critical thinking skills.

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User Generated Education

SEPTEMBER 2, 2017

Recently I wrote a blog post about Intentional Creativity. Below the graphic are specific ideas I am using with my gifted elementary students this school year. What follows are the activities I am using this school year to be intentional with sparking creativity in my gifted education classrooms. Write About.

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CoderZ

AUGUST 8, 2024

By implementing a comprehensive coding curriculum ––starting in elementary school and continuing through high school––schools can equip students with essential skills and enhance CTE, often before students even take their first technical education course.

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Chillax Science

APRIL 18, 2023

One of the key benefits of play is the promotion of creativity and imagination. When children engage in imaginative play, they develop their imagination and creativity, which allows them to think outside the box and come up with innovative solutions to problems. They are also beginning to develop their interests and hobbies.

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User Generated Education

MARCH 17, 2021

I am a seminar facilitator for student teachers, and I teach gifted education at three Title 1 elementary schools. ” Without the pressure of being graded, learners will be more willing to take risks, try new things, and be more creative and more innovative. I wear many hats as an educator. If so, how many?”

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Vivify Stem

JANUARY 24, 2024

Post by Michelle Bogden & Natasha Wilkerson January 22, 2024 Unleash Creativity, Communication, Collaboration, and Critical Thinking in your Students! Challenge your students to complete astronaut training to collect all four badges: creativity, communication, collaboration, and critical thinking!

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Trina Deboree Teaching and Learning

JANUARY 24, 2022

154:5 Magnificent Benefits from an Elementary Makerspace Today we take a further look at the magnificent benefits of an elementary Makerspace. I also want to take this moment to let you know that my Makerspace course Mastering Makerspace: From Zero to Amazing is open and accepting enrollment. I hope to see you inside!

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 30, 2015

As you’re training students in ‘three then me’, remind them to evaluate answers, critically think about them before implementing, and trust their own judgment. This should follow the well-accepted five-paragraph essay used in many elementary classrooms. Does it sound right? If it does, go for it!

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Carly and Adam

OCTOBER 15, 2021

How do you Start an Elementary STEM Club? Think through the 4 Cs (the same way we foster these components within our classrooms!). Communication, creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking are also important skills for educators to develop as you consider taking on this new adventure.

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Chillax Science

MAY 3, 2023

What I am putting forward is that I am tired of “ one more thing ” pushed into elementary school teachers, specifically. This kind of teaching method tends to place heavy emphasis on rote learning and recalling facts, often at the expense of deeper critical thinking skills, creativity, and experiential learning.

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User Generated Education

JANUARY 12, 2019

I used to teach face-to-face elementary education classes to pre-service teachers. Is it possible to also teach about comprehension, sequence, literal vs. non-literal, imagination, plot, theme, compare and contrast, opinion pieces, vocabulary, friendship, bullying, and critical thinking? How often when they become adults?

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User Generated Education

OCTOBER 28, 2018

I teach gifted students at two Title 1 elementary schools. To engage participants in project-based challenges that are designed to build confidence and develop extraordinary creativity, critical thinking, communication, and teamwork skills. Creative problem solving: Learn how to think, not what to think.

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 5, 2023

STEM classrooms can offer students experiences to engage students in the scientific method or the engineering design process as they develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This inclusion alters the focus on the original content areas and infuses creativity and design. It requires precision and creativity.

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Carly and Adam

JANUARY 12, 2023

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. Developing the creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and communication skills in our students is important.

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STEM for Kids

JULY 23, 2024

The six founding families and six teachers established the school in an effort to provide a nurturing environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential as “confident, independent, creative, and self-motivated individuals” through the Montessori method. “STEM For Kids is an amazing program for our students!

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Kid Spark Education

MAY 12, 2022

With the critical thinking, creative problem solving, and logical reasoning skills learned through early STEM fluency, young learners are able to adapt more quickly and embrace the world around them with curiosity and confidence.

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STEM Sport

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

STEM in Elementary Education The STEM workforce is growing at a faster rate than any other field. Best STEM Activities for Elementary Students In this article, STEM Sports® introduces simple and easy-to-implement STEM activities for elementary students. The term is commonly used when talking about education and careers.

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Vivify Stem

MARCH 3, 2023

Programming Sphero robots can help students develop essential skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork. Give students a chance to explore and experiment on their own, and they’ll develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills along the way. Learn More About Sphero with vivify!

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User Generated Education

DECEMBER 22, 2016

For the past several decades, I have had my feet in both elementary education and teacher training and development. Throughout the experiential learning process, the learner is actively engaged in posing questions, investigating, experimenting, being curious, solving problems, assuming responsibility, being creative, and constructing meaning.

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STEM Education Shopping

JANUARY 27, 2024

From building kits to robotics, our carefully curated list guides you through the top stem toy options, each selected for its ability to inspire and develop critical skills in today’s digital world. They’re also amazing tools for enhancing creativity and critical thinking.

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Vivify Stem

MARCH 22, 2022

Think teamwork, communication, creativity, and problem-solving skills that are valuable no matter the age or level of your students. Introduction to Science and Engineering Critical Thinking : Students will explore science and engineering through a series of critical thinking STEM exercises.

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 29, 2022

These examples are just some of the ways that STEM can be implemented in the elementary classroom. STEM is about developing a growth mindset and critical thinking skills. There may be art in the work that they do, just as there may be creative elements within your STEM instruction. These aren’t crafts. What’s the same?

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In today's fast-paced educational landscape, it's crucial to foster creativity and innovation among our young learners. One effective way to do this is by incorporating 15-minute creativity challenges into the elementary classroom. What are 15-Minute Creativity Challenges? Perfect for Easter and Springtime celebrations!

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CoderZ

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Up to now, STEM initiatives have been primarily focused on elementary and middle school students. Technical knowledge is important, but so are curiosity, creativity, persistence, and collaboration. Developing a solution that fosters engagement, collaboration, and creativity requires rigor and testing.

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