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How Fortnite Can be Free Physics Fun for Everyone!

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From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter In the ever-evolving landscape of educational technology, Fortnite Creative is emerging as a groundbreaking tool for physics education and game-based learning. Key Takeaways: Fortnite Creative is utilized as a virtual laboratory for physics education.

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This Is Your Brain on Math: The Science Behind Culturally Responsive Instruction

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I refer to those epiphanies, when the metaphorical light bulb above a student’s head switches on, as “luminations.” Many of those luminations surfaced because the lessons my students engaged with were designed to promote student inquiry and prioritize cultural relevance.

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Students Need Learning Opportunities Beyond Core Subjects. Here's Why.

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They see my class as a convenient time for students to be pulled out for extra assignments in core subjects like math and science. These crucial skills help students become well-rounded individuals, capable of navigating our multicultural world with ease and empathy.

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Competitive Coders Are the Future of Esports and the Rising Stars of Computer Science

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The best of these young coders are learning to use code creatively and developing a tangible skill set that they will use in future careers. CodeCombat AI League trailer (credit: CodeCombat) A Foundation of Game-Based Learning Founded in 2013, CodeCombat was born from a simple idea: Make learning to code engaging and accessible to all.

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Save your seat and register today!

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Plan It, Print It, Innovate It: How MimioSTEM Inspires Possibility

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Since the district introduced MimioSTEM solutions, learners have been immersed in innovative technologies that spark curiosity, foster creativity and bring science, technology, engineering, and math to life. As a result, student engagement and hands-on learning have reached new levels.

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How One District Takes STEM Learning to the Next Level

ED Surge

This is part of a three-article series covering key principles to consider when building out computer science programs in your academic setting. We saw an opportunity to use Minecraft Education as a project-based learning tool in computer science, which is how Level Up Los Angeles was born. Read the other articles here and here.

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