Robot Lab
MAY 15, 2023
By Devin Partida The pandemic forced many students to switch to online courses. While virtual learning was a useful stopgap measure in the absence of in-person classes, certain topics proved very difficult to teach remotely, especially hands-on STEM subjects. For physical science, technology and engineering courses, in-person classes work best, but there’s still a place for online learning.
Ask a Tech Teacher
MAY 19, 2023
Thanks to the efforts of many devoted professionals and the financial support of more, there are a wide variety of free/inexpensive sources for books that students can use for classroom activities as well as pleasure. Here are a list of sites that offer digital books for kids to adults: Bookopolis Bookopolis is a large collection of fiction and nonfiction books for ages 7-12.
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ED Surge
MAY 15, 2023
As a doctoral student at the University of California at Los Angeles, I was among those who got a recent campus-wide email with an urgent directive: Don’t use AI chatbots like ChatGPT or Bard or Bing, as doing so “is equivalent to receiving assistance from another person.” Upon reading it, I took a pause. I’m a former educator in the process of writing my dissertation for my Doctorate of Education, as part of a part-time program while working a full-time job at Google.
Accelerate Learning
MAY 19, 2023
Staying relevant to students while preparing them to be successful in the future is the winning formula that all teachers hope their curriculum achieves.
Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape
The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. 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! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.
Science Buddies
MAY 15, 2023
May the 4th be with you! Tie simple science explorations in with Star Wars for Star Wars Day. Great STEM ideas for the classroom or for family science with kids at home. Connect favorite characters, epic movie scenes, Star Wars lore, and more with hands-on learning! May the 4th Be with You (AKA Star Wars Day) May 4th is a day of epic proportions for Star Wars fans.
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ED Surge
MAY 18, 2023
During the pandemic, schools became more reliant on tech than ever. The number of edtech products schools access in a typical month has tripled since four years ago to more than 1,400 tools, according to a recent estimate by Learn Platform, an edtech company that helps schools manage tech. And the companies that provide these tools aren’t always careful stewards of the sometimes-sensitive information they collect from students.
All About STEM
MAY 18, 2023
An apprenticeship is a paid job where the employee can learn and gain valuable experience, but did you know that apprenticeships can be flexible to meet the needs of the apprentice and employer? Alongside on-the-job training, apprentices spend at least 20% of their working hours completing classroom-based learning with a college or university and to increase flexibility.
Science Buddies
MAY 15, 2023
Don't throw those out! Save all the empty cardboard tubes! These simple materials can be put to use in fun hands-on science and engineering activities. This roundup highlights 10 free STEM activities you can do with empty cardboard tubes from toilet paper or paper towel tubes. Recycled materials are great for many hands-on science and engineering activities.
Ask a Tech Teacher
MAY 15, 2023
Wrapping up your school technology for the summer is as complicated as setting it up in September. There are endless backups, shares, cleanings, changed settings, and vacation messages that — if not done right — can mean big problems when you return from summer vacation. If you have a school device, a lot of the shutdown steps will be done by the IT folks as they backup, clean, reformat, and maybe re-image your device.
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Mathematics, a subject steeped in abstract concepts, often poses challenges to students, especially those in grades 5-10. But imagine a bridge that transformed this intricate maze into an interactive adventure.
ED Surge
MAY 15, 2023
Inspired by past educators, Aida Hadzovic has built a reputation for innovative teaching strategies for English. Hadzovic earned a degree in English education and later pursued a science degree in part because of the demand for science teachers in Brooklyn, New York. Her diverse background in teaching writing, science and coding positioned her well to participate in the Project Topeka pilot, a multifaceted AI program that gave real-time feedback to students to support the development of argument
All About STEM
MAY 18, 2023
The Student Careers Champions Programme has been launched by the Liverpool City Region Careers Hub within secondary schools and further education colleges. The Programme is designed to improve pupil, staff and parents’ understanding of growth sectors and a wider understanding of local labour market information (LMI). Find out more here and speak to your Enterprise Coordinator to get involved!
Science Buddies
MAY 15, 2023
May is Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Learn more about inspiring AANHPI scientists and engineers! May is Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month.
Ask a Tech Teacher
MAY 16, 2023
This post will introduce you to some quick tips for writing a research paper along with the importance of samples. Simple Steps for Research Paper Writing and the Importance of Samples Research papers are academic writings that offer rigorous analysis, evaluation, assessment, and interpretation of a specific topic. They are similar to essays but usually more detailed and longer.
ED Surge
MAY 17, 2023
Olga puts on a fleece pullover and wraps her head in a bandana while her husband dons similar garb. It’s four in the morning and still dark outside. They’re off to work in the grape harvest in Napa Valley, California. Olga is a recruiter for the Migrant Education Program (MEP); by working side by side with the farmworkers she hopes to recruit, Olga can talk about the services MEP provides, and hopefully, enroll them in the program.
All About STEM
MAY 17, 2023
Introducing your pupils to various careers has never been more important. Likewise, Benchmark 5 ‘encounters with employers’ is an obligation and an important part of a young person’s education. To help you meet these requirements, LCR Careers Hub has partnered with Springpod to bring you a FREE on-demand opportunity for pupils aged 13-19 to learn about careers in the Allied Health Professions.
Starfish Education
MAY 19, 2023
The post Summer STEM Activities Board- June appeared first on Starfish Education.
Ask a Tech Teacher
MAY 18, 2023
Many students dread IB essays. But with the right approach, you can make the procedure exciting. Read how to draft an IB extended essay below Writing Strategies for an Extended Essay in the International Baccalaureate Program IB is a rigorous two-year project for personal and academic development. In the end, you receive a globally recognized IB diploma.
ED Surge
MAY 17, 2023
During the pandemic, schools became more reliant on tech than ever. The number of edtech products schools access in a typical month has tripled since four years ago to more than 1,400 tools, according to a recent estimate by Learn Platform, an edtech company that helps schools manage tech. And the companies that provide these tools aren’t always careful stewards of the sometimes-sensitive information they collect from students.
All About STEM
MAY 16, 2023
In 2022, National Careers Week launched an exciting new careers initiative in partnership with The Department of Education, STEM Learning, agencies and private sector employers across the UK. Following the phenomenal success of Green Careers Week, it’s back for 2023 & will take place from the 6th to the 11th of November. We’re excited to share this year’s theme and all of the inspirational.
STEM Education Works
MAY 16, 2023
Educators and students alike face some difficult and unique challenges in the modern computer science classroom. Especially when it comes to tackling the “meat and cheese” of computer science: computer programming. But robotics can help us overcome these challenges! The Importance of Computer Programming Back when I was in high school, the extent of my computer science education was limited to a simple typing class.
Box Light
MAY 16, 2023
Boxlight is excited to announce that its professional development division, EOS Education, has earned Education Services Partner Specialization in Google Cloud Partner Advantage. By earning this specialization, EOS Education has proven their capability and capacity in building customer solutions in the Education Services field using Google Cloud technology.
ED Surge
MAY 16, 2023
Are schools too quick to turn student disturbances into criminal matters? Schools around the country have been wrestling with that issue in recent years, including whether to have police in schools , and if so, when to use them. A lawsuit that has been playing out in South Carolina offers a powerful example of the systemic issues involved. The story started in 2015, after a student captured video on her cellphone of a white school resource officer violently flipping over a Black student in her d
All About STEM
MAY 16, 2023
Save Our Bees! To raise awareness of the importance of pollinators, the threats they face and their contribution to sustainable development, the UN designated the 20th of May as World Bee Day. “The goal of World Bee Day is to strengthen measures aimed at protecting bees, which would significantly contribute to solving problems related to the global food supply and eliminate hunger in developing.
Know Adam's Blog
MAY 16, 2023
The idea of using learning tools to think isn’t new, but what storyline pedagogy provides students is a creative place to practice their critical thinking skills. Students who repeatedly work together as a team, speak in front of their class, and provide feedback to their peers – get better at it. Engaging in NGSS storylines in the classroom gives students a chance to take the lead in their own learning process, while practicing hands-on investigation skills and thinking moves in the process.
PCS Edventures
MAY 15, 2023
Create memorable experiences for kids this summer with fun-filled, exhilarating activities. Let’s explore how you can boost your camper’s academic skills in an exciting and engaging way. After all, summer is supposed to be fun, right? You want your learners to have a blast, and at the same time, you want them brimming with confidence when they return to school.
Science Buddies
MAY 15, 2023
Combine crafty ideas for Mother's Day with STEM for creative gifts moms will love. With a few simple materials, kids can do one of these science activities to make something thoughtful or unique to give mom or another special person. STEM Activities to Make or Do and Give!
All About STEM
MAY 16, 2023
Calling all primary schools! Do your students love space? ESERO-UK has a fantastic guide on how to plan and run your own Space Week! This comprehensive guide offers a plethora of activities for EYFS and primary children along with resources to help teachers plan an enriching and engaging timetable of space sessions. And that’s not all. You can also find a host of ideas and top tips to further.
Middle Web
MAY 14, 2023
With finals fast approaching, Stephanie Farley created a summative assessment experience to encourage every student to demonstrate their mastery of the learning targets as well as be acknowledged and appreciated for their contributions. The exam period “dinner party” was a hit. The post The Best Performance Based Assessment Ever first appeared on MiddleWeb.
Science Buddies
MAY 15, 2023
Use these free lesson plans and activities to teach students about plant science—hands-on STEM options for all grade levels! Plant science, botany, plant ecology, and plant biology can be introduced to students and explored at all grade levels.
Robert Talbert, Ph.D.
MAY 19, 2023
This article originally appeared at Grading For Growth on May 1, 2023. My colleague and co-author David Clark had a number of important contributions. I've edited it slightly for reposting, and there are some updated thoughts at the end for you to check out. Earlier this year , I wrote that 2022 seemed to be the year that ungrading really took hold in higher education, and that we can expect its prevalence and influence to increase through 2023.
Defined Learning
MAY 19, 2023
Taking students’ interests into account when designing project-based learning helps ensure that they stay engaged throughout the unit.
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