ED Surge

OCTOBER 24, 2022

In a fifth-grade class at Redlands Unified School District in California, students sit in pairs, building LEGO® Education robots that hop. They're also coding, measuring and problem-solving. And right now, some district leaders and researchers say that's precisely what both students and teachers need. Why Teachers ??

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STEM Minds

MAY 27, 2024

At the heart of this transformation is the implementation of Robotics Education, a method that not only engages students but also inspires them to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. How does interactive learning through robotics influence student engagement and learning outcomes?

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ED Surge

JANUARY 19, 2022

Over 40 percent of students report that they’re sleeping less, and close to 3 in 5 students say they’re more stressed about school than they were before. Homework helps build certain life skills like organization, perseverance and problem-solving. They say students need time to exercise, socialize and recharge.

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STEM Education Shopping

JULY 30, 2023

Photo by Markus Winkler: [link] The Best Resources and Strategies Review: Stem Curriculum Guides to Engage Students and Ignite passion for All Lessons (2023) – Are you looking for the best STEM curriculum books guide to enhance your teaching and engage your students? Look no further!

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 5, 2023

When math and technology are connected, students see opportunities to use their knowledge in one area to advance their thinking in another. 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.

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STEM Sport

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Virtual reality STEM lessons allow students to engage with complex STEM concepts, learn how to navigate the technology landscape, and how to use technology to benefit their education. The real-world applications offered through virtual reality lessons help students engage using hands-on learning methods.

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STEM Sport

OCTOBER 3, 2023

To prepare students for these exciting opportunities, educators play a pivotal role in providing students with the necessary skills and knowledge. Starting as early as kindergarten and elementary school, educators lay the groundwork for students who will use their STEM literacy to enter the growing STEM workforce.

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Educators Technology

OCTOBER 5, 2022

We all know that games and fun learning activities are more conducive to meaningful learning experiences and a higher level of students engagement and participation. In this post, I share with you a wide variety of resources where you can search for and find fun math games to use with your students in and out of class.

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Vivify Stem

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Why Building Bricks Matter in STEM Building bricks are more than just toys; they are a gateway to hands-on learning that encourages problem-solving, spatial awareness, and design thinking. Through activities that use these familiar materials, students can explore engineering and math concepts in a way that feels like play.

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STEM Sport

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Here are some winter-themed STEM activities for preschool aged students: Ice Excavation Science: Freeze a variety of toys and items in ice. Then provide students with a toy hammer, rolling pin, and other household items and encourage them to free their toys from the ice.

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STEM Sport

JULY 12, 2022

The rapidly increasing demand to fill these STEM jobs shows the increased importance of improving STEM literacy and skills as early as preschool and elementary school. However, there is a personal benefit to each student who is interacting with STEM curriculum. Improves creative thinking and problem solving skills.

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PCS Edventures

JANUARY 23, 2023

Learners collaborate and use signature BrickLAB Perfect Bricks to problem-solve exhilarating science and engineering challenges. Fast-paced engineering activities encourage teamwork and problem-solving. PCS Edventures’ creative, academic design challenges task learners with problem-solving in various ways.

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PCS Edventures

AUGUST 8, 2023

Elementary-aged learners are capable of providing computers with instructions to achieve a specific outcome through code! why is it important to introduce coding in elementary school? We know our littlest learners can code, but why is it important to introduce coding in elementary school? References: Arfé, B., Vardanega, T.,

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STEM Sport

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

When students participate in movement-based learning, they benefit physically and experience enhanced concentration, memory, and creativity. This cognitive boost is crucial for comprehending and applying STEM concepts, which often demand high levels of problem-solving and critical thinking.

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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! moments each day.

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PCS Edventures

MAY 1, 2023

With the quality programs in our collections, you’ll see amazing growth in learners’ social skills and problem-solving skills. Problem-Solving Skills: Problem-solving skills are composed of creative thinking and critical thinking skills. References: Krutsch, E., & Roderick, V. 2022, November 4).

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User Generated Education

FEBRUARY 15, 2020

Almost half of students who responded to the survey are engaged with school (47%), with approximately one-fourth “not engaged” (29%) and the remainder “actively disengaged” (24%).A A closer look at the data by grade level reveals a disturbing trend.

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STEM Sport

MAY 21, 2024

In this article, we will explore STEM reading lists for elementary students, middle school students, and high school students who are looking to improve their STEM literacy skills this summer. During the summer, parents can help students create a strong STEM learning foundation through engaging books.

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STEM Education Shopping

APRIL 28, 2023

Here are just a few of the benefits of using the Wonder Cue Robot for Edu: Engages students in a fun and interactive way Provides real-time feedback to help students learn Helps students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills Easy to use and integrate into your curriculum So, what exactly is the Wonder Cue Robot for Edu?

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Challenge: Any type of hands-on extension will reinforce student understanding, as well as increase student engagement. One fun challenge is to have students build a maze using magnets. In this STEM Lesson, students design a Maze to connect 2 people using an invisible force, magnetism. Join our Free Facebook Group.

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STEM Sport

MAY 17, 2022

Cross-curricular learning gives students the ability to problem solve and connect ideas with what they are learning to real-world value. It sets students up for success in high school and college. Cross-curricular learning becomes more common as students’ progress through their education.

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STEM Sport

OCTOBER 18, 2022

One way to increase student engagement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) lessons is to introduce themed activities into the classroom that connect with the current season. In this article, STEM Sports® has curated a list of spooky Halloween themed STEM activities for middle school students.

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

When students engage in a STEM challenges, their emotions can range from utter frustration to extreme jubilation. For more STEM ideas, inspiration, and collaboration with other STEM teachers be sure to join our FREE Facebook group Elementary STEM Teachers with Carly and Adam ! The following is a guest post from Dr. Jacie Maslyk.

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PCS Edventures

APRIL 7, 2023

They continue to problem-solve and look for areas to refine. As peers talk through the challenges they encounter, they help one another with problem-solving and determining the best course of action. Her love for literacy, STEAM and student collaboration guides her instruction and professional development sessions.

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STEM Sport

OCTOBER 11, 2022

The flying LED light helicopter introduces children to problem-solving and critical-thinking skills using this hands-on STEM toy. This physics electricity tool kit is a great way to keep teen-aged students engaged in engineering. CONS: Reviews of this STEM kit state that the end product does not stick to the wall well.

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PCS Edventures

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Inspire Life-Long Learners with Engaging Experiences: An empowered learner is a life-long learner. They enjoy obstacles and problem-solving. Download Catalogs Author: Marissa Rosol As a 4th-grade elementary teacher and instructional coach, Marissa believes hands-on learning is the key to student engagement.

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STEM Next

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

My students and I had been sent home for the rest of the school year. The potatoes we were growing in Martian soil had withered, and so had the student engagement. The research is impressive: After-school settings give youth opportunities to learn through problem-solving and to fail without fear.

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Love Learning STEM

NOVEMBER 21, 2021

I visited a classroom once a week for about an hour, and these strategies were HIGHLY effective in student engagement. It possesses many benefits to students. In this atmosphere, the classroom culture facilitates and nurtures a collaborative and problem-solving mindset. Are the students engaged?

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STEM Education Shopping

MAY 14, 2023

With its ability to teach coding, problem-solving skills, and so much more, it’s no wonder educators are starting to take notice. In short, it’s an interactive learning tool that uses sensors and AI technology to engage students in hands-on activities. Is Cue robot in education the next big thing?

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PCS Edventures

OCTOBER 20, 2021

BrickLAB’s reusable bricks immerse learners in content across subject areas, boosting student engagement and achievement year after year. Engagement is just the start! Studies show that continual hands-on interactions with building bricks often correlates to stronger spatial reasoning, language and problem-solving skills.

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PCS Edventures

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

When engaged with GIS technology, learners explore mathematical concepts through spatial analysis and map projection. Learners also enhance their problem-solving, creative thinking and collaborating skills. Her love for literacy, STEAM and student collaboration guides her instruction and professional development sessions.

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STEM Sport

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Especially at the elementary level, parents, educators, and facilitators are highlighting the need for quality STEM education. Introducing students to STEM early in their education promotes comfort and confidence in these disciplines. Students will work through the lesson, with the teacher as a resource when necessary. .

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Vivify Stem

AUGUST 6, 2024

The Astro-Rover STEM lesson, perfect for middle school classrooms, captivates students with the thrilling topic of alien life while aligning with key NGSS science standards, such as understanding how the presence of water can indicate potential for life.

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National Science Foundation

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

In this blog, we will share research-to-practice insight into developing engineering experiences for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and strategies to engage them in engineering that build on their assets and evaluate their engagement. Students engage in designing a roller coaster for a client.

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PCS Edventures

AUGUST 23, 2022

Allowing their imaginations to shine through creative thinking and problem-solving will do wonders for their mental well-being and yours. Learners are simply having fun building, moving and problem-solving along with others, while meeting core standards that require critical thinking. Marissa Rosol.

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Carly and Adam

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

It is up to you and your students how you would like to explore new topics in the curriculum. As your students engage in your intended lesson, you may find that a different model would have been better suited to this content and understanding. Different STEM educators choose different paths. But what if I choose the wrong one?

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Science and Steamteam

MAY 24, 2022

STEM Concepts: Problem-solving. This creepy, nonfiction book will keep students engaged as they learn about some famous bones that have been unearthed. This exciting book compares two Antarctic races, the race for the south pole by Scott/Admunsen in the early 1900s and the race between Rudd and O’Brady in 2018.

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