Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 18, 2024

Adding monthly giving projects to STEM classes helps students learn important skills like problem-solving and teamwork while also teaching them to care about their communities. For example, my class once built a website to raise funds for a local animal shelter, which taught us web development and the value of helping others. Sound interesting? The Ask a Tech Teacher team has ideas on how to incorporate giving into your STEM curriculum: Incorporating Monthly Giving Projects into STEM Curriculum:

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ED Surge

JUNE 17, 2024

As an educator reading headline after headline about AI in education, it’s hard to not get lost in an existential tailspin to the tune of Billie Eilish’s “What was I made for?” (if AI can do all of this.) Integrating generative AI into education is complex. The field of AI is the Wild West right now — we’re working it out as we go. As an assistant professor of edtech, I often think about the implications of AI on teaching and learning, especially as I experiment with implementing various practic

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Computer Science Teacher

JUNE 21, 2024

Summer conference season is coming up. ISTE starts this weekend (without me) and CSTA (with me) is in July. Over the years I have been to scores of conferences and I have learned a few things. I thought I might share some of them. Comfortable shoes. If you are a teacher this should be a no brainer. You'll be on your feet a lot. Plan your day in advance but leave sessions early if they don't match your needs or expectations.

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All About STEM

JUNE 20, 2024

National Apprenticeship Week is an opportunity for the education and skills sector to celebrate the achievements of apprentices around the country and the positive impact they make. The annual week-long celebration aims to showcase and celebrate apprentices, employers and training providers.

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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.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 20, 2024

Teaching financial literacy to teens can be made more effective and engaging by using real-world examples, such as interactive apps and hands-on activities like budgeting classroom dollars or planning events within a fixed budget. For instance, when I was younger, my parents set up a “family bank” where I earned interest on my allowance, helping me understand the value of saving and managing money from an early age.

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STEM for Kids

JUNE 18, 2024

Raleigh, North Carolina, USA and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia 6/14/2024 Ermias M. Hailemariam, a dedicated father, and a US Army veteran, is the proud owner of the STEM For Kids ® franchise in Ethiopia. Hailemariam’s journey from Ethiopia to the United States, coupled with his passion for quality education, has led to his return to his homeland to spearhead the introduction of cutting-edge STEM education for African youth.

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All About STEM

JUNE 19, 2024

Celebrate Insect Week in school with a free 30-minute quiz from STEM Ambassadors London! You and your class (7-11) can hop online to meet a STEM Ambassador who will host a fun quiz on insect facts and knowledge. “The quiz will feature 10 questions based on the theme of Insects that require pupils to use their knowledge and skills to answer.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 19, 2024

Virtual information sessions are reshaping K-12 education. How? For starters–making it more inclusive, effective, and dynamic. Read on for more ideas from the Ask a Tech Teacher team: How Virtual Information Sessions Are Changing K-12 Education K-12 education is undergoing a digital revolution. Schools across the USA are embracing virtual information sessions to enhance learning experiences and streamline communication.

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ED Surge

JUNE 18, 2024

Child care concerns have reached a boiling point for parents and providers, and it’s become increasingly difficult for families to afford essentials like health care and housing. Those are among the top findings outlined in a special anniversary report from the RAPID Survey Project at the Stanford Center on Early Childhood, which highlights data from a survey that asked caregivers of young children what they want their policymakers to know about how they are doing and what they need.

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Box Light

JUNE 20, 2024

At Boxlight, we know that modern schools face unique challenges, and our goal is to provide tech that’s easy to integrate and use. This year, we’re thrilled to showcase our latest solutions, including FrontRow Unity , TimeSign , and Xploris at ISTELive 24 in Denver, CO from June 24-26.

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All About STEM

JUNE 17, 2024

Date: Tuesday 2 July 2024 Following on from the success of our Experience of the Workplace events, teachers and parents/carers can join our Liverpool City Region GameChangers to find out more about exciting opportunities in the games industry – right on our doorstep.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 21, 2024

Online learning offers unmatched flexibility and accessibility, enabling both students and educators to manage their schedules effectively and break down geographical barriers. For example, as an online student, I was able to balance my studies with a full-time job, and as a teacher, multimedia elements and community through discussion forums made my virtual classroom more engaging and interactive.

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ED Surge

JUNE 19, 2024

I can still vividly recall the chaotic scene of introducing iPads into Kindergarten classrooms. Picture it: a room bustling with eager five-year-olds unaccustomed to center procedures and five iPads as the hottest commodity amidst blocks, dolls and traditional learning stations. What’s the Kindergarten version of the Hunger Games? Imagine that. Managing a technology rollout for littles felt tough, but the real challenge didn’t hit me until I had to engage with some of the apps intended for our s

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Middle Web

JUNE 16, 2024

Taking time to reflect on current practices and explore fresh ideas can be invigorating for educators and provide students with new opportunities. Teacher leader Kasey Short shares ways we can plan for informal professional learning this summer and during the school year. The post Growing Professionally This Summer & Next Year first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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All About STEM

JUNE 20, 2024

Visit The Careers & Enterprise Company Resource Directory for activities to inspire and prepare young people for the fast-changing world of work! At this time of year, teenagers are considering their options after GCSE and sixth form. The Parents’ Guide to provides parents with the information they need to help their teens make the right choices to create successful futures.

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JUNE 20, 2024

YES and EiE Founding Director speaks on podcast about the Museum of Science’s STEM education efforts.

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JUNE 19, 2024

The increased use of technology in education has led to a rise in cyber attacks on school networks, impacting student learning by disrupting access to digital tools. Learn how to mitigate these risks and educate students about cybersecurity.

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STEM for Kids

JUNE 21, 2024

Raleigh, North Carolina USA 6/21/2024 We keep hearing about Artificial Intelligence (AI). What does it really mean? Where are we now in the progression of AI? How is it impacting education? In a televised interview with Amber Freeman of CBS17 , Founder, Moni Singh simplifies AI with the aim to initiate the important conversation on how parents and teachers of school-age children can think about AI and use it.

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All About STEM

JUNE 19, 2024

Did you know that CREST offers a full set of low equipment / low resource activities? These projects have been selected specifically to support educators in finding CREST project ideas that require little equipment and can be run outside of a lab or at home. At primary level, learning packs require few resources so they’re perfect to use either in the classroom or at home.

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CoderZ

JUNE 21, 2024

Summer break is here, and the education conference season has just begun! Up next is ISTELive 2024 , one of the most anticipated edtech events of the year. From June 23-26, educators, administrators, education experts, and edtech companies will gather in Denver, Colorado for a dynamic conference and exposition of this year’s biggest edtech trends. For more than four decades, the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) has built a supportive and engaged community of forward-think

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JUNE 21, 2024

Creating an engaging and inspiring STEM classroom environment is key to fostering creativity, collaboration, and a love for learning. Here’s a guide on how to utilize various decor items in your STEM classroom to create a vibrant and functional space for young learners. Must Have Decor Items for Your STEM Classroom Engineering Design Process Poster Set Team Tub Labels Pencil Cup Labels Hanging Team Numbers Grade Level Labels Class Schedule and Classroom Rules Posters 1.

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JUNE 21, 2024

Have you heard of the term vestigial features? If not, you may still be aware of its definition. Vestigial features refer to parts of the human body that once performed a specific function in the evolutionary past. However, in contemporary times, these features no longer benefit life. Upon hearing its definition, individuals may think of the coccyx, also known as the tailbone, the ear muscle, or the appendix.

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All About STEM

JUNE 17, 2024

Summer of STEM 2024 Are you passionate about science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM)? Do you want to dive deep into the world of coding, robotics, or perhaps explore the mysteries of the human body through biomedical science? If your answer is yes, then now is the time to act!

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Career in STEM

JUNE 21, 2024

When you’re preparing for college, the SAT exam can become the center of your focus. You put countless hours into revision and practical preparations for the day itself, and it feels like this test is the make or break point of your future. However, things are changing. Particularly since the pandemic, not all colleges require applicants to submit a SAT score , as they recognise that even the most well-rounded student may not perform at their best on one specific day.

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CoderZ

JUNE 20, 2024

As summer begins, students and their parents are searching for worthwhile activities to fill learners’ vacation time. The extended school break is the perfect time for students to dive into learning more about their interests and take steps towards their college and professional goals. For students who are curious about computer science or who plan to pursue STEM disciplines in college or future careers, participating in virtual computer science activities can provide them with new skills and ac

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Teach Science for All

JUNE 20, 2024

A Personal Connection with Alzheimer’s Disease My mother had Alzheimer’s disease. I clearly remember the day when my brother and I confronted her about her declining cognitive status. She was furious and wouldn’t believe us. Within a year she needed a full-time caregiver.

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All About STEM

JUNE 17, 2024

Join the All About STEM and Unilever Port Sunlight team at our annual Teacher Twilight event to launch the Unilever Inspire Programme for 2024/2025. Come along to find out more and express interest in taking part. Unilever Inspire Teacher Twilight: Thursday 3rd of October 4-5pm via Zoom.

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Teachers are Terrific

JUNE 19, 2024

I have a few challenges you need to try. Tried and true challenges are great because we know what to expect, but what if there are challenges you have never seen and they are also great! Let me show you! We all have our favorite challenges and if you have ever searched for a new idea you might have missed these great challenges in this post. Don’t let the search algorithm trick you!

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Vivify Stem

JUNE 18, 2024

Post by Kristina Klammer Posted: July 1, 2024 Have you ever wanted to own a zoo? With this STEM challenge, you and your students can! In this challenge, teachers and students take on the mission of designing a zoo for the public. Each student chooses an animal to research and to become an expert in. Through engaging in-class discussions and completing introductory research, they will investigate the pros and cons of wild and captive living for animals and the many varied needs that animals have.

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