Accelerate Learning

DECEMBER 14, 2022

The buzz around STEM education continues to grow as teachers discover how it builds creative problem-solving through connections to real-world applications.

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ED Surge

JUNE 10, 2024

Innovative STEM programming requires a willingness to adopt emerging tools and technologies, as well as methodologies like project-based learning. Innovative STEM programming requires a willingness to adopt emerging tools and technologies, as well as methodologies like project-based learning.

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Cool Cat Teacher

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Early Childhood Coding Dr. Marina Umaschi Bers shares seven practical strategies for introducing coding concepts to preschoolers, helping to build problem-solving and logical thinking skills early on.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

One of the most difficult skills to teach in school is problem solving. We talk about what that means–problem solving, critical analysis, logical thinking–but often, that sounds hard to them–too hard. I don’t think schools can manage without coding and STEM. I found a partner in my STEM projects.

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STEM Education Works

JANUARY 27, 2025

Now, I know what youre thinking: What do video games have to do with STEM? Some of that mental exercise and problem-solving has helped me develop some of the core skills that are vital to the STEM fields. Which video games have taught you important lessons that might be applicable to the STEM fields?

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Accelerate Learning

MARCH 9, 2022

Problem-solving is the most important skill that students learn in the classroom. It is the meat and potatoes of mathematics, whether the problems perplex the Stephen Hawkings of the world or first graders learning basic arithmetic. Strong problem-solving abilities will serve students in every profession and aspect of life.

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ED Surge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

PLTW has heard from students regarding how valuable their courses are because they help expose them to and engage them in STEM subjects and prepare them for life beyond K-12. Studies indicate that early exposure to STEM is associated with increased interest in STEM and increased academic performance.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 13, 2024

They take lots of critical thinking, problem-solving, and are worth the effort! The link above is to a book you can purchase. The links below are to great (free) projects to keep your children tech-involved over the holidays.

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Stem Education News

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Research shows that students engaged in the design […] The post Design Thinking to Build Problem-Solving Skills Among Students appeared first on STEMpedia. Design thinking is a dynamic approach that empowers learners to tackle challenges with sharpness and confidence.

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Teach Hub

JULY 19, 2024

Imagine a classroom where students were creative thinkers and had the confidence to solve problems and develop innovative solutions easily. To help make this dream a reality, we’ll explore why problem-solving skills are essential and give you some tips and strategies on teaching both younger and older students problem-solving skills.

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STEM Sport

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) lessons are a natural and effective integration into any special education classroom curriculum. This article will explore the many benefits of implementing STEM lessons with special education students – touching on benefits in and out of the classroom.

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STEM Everyday Podcast

DECEMBER 7, 2024

Carlos Romero believes that mentors hold the key for STEM education. Carlos knows firsthand the impact that STEM leaders can make on young students as mentors and role models. He sees industry skills like problem solving, project management, and communication as vital skills for educators to be adding to their STEM learning.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 3, 2023

The need to strengthen the science, technology, math and engineering (STEM) careers pipeline has received renewed interest lately. So what would it take to make STEM truly open to would-be future scientists? So what would it take to make STEM truly open to would-be future scientists? The issue is algebra skills.

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Teach Hub

APRIL 16, 2025

Meeting the demands of 21st-century education means integrating STEM into your curriculum. STEM educationScience, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematicsequips students with the knowledge and skills to think critically, solve problems, and innovate. Does the Lesson Address a Real-World Problem?

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Vivify Stem

MARCH 25, 2025

Post by Claire Meschkat March 25, 2025 In the world of STEM education, hands-on learning is essentialbut its also one of the biggest challenges for teachers. Between expensive materials, limited class time, and logistical headaches, running engaging STEM projects in the classroom can be overwhelming.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 10, 2017

STEM is the acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Every corner of every life includes STEM, which explains the increasing interest in STEM-educated students to fill the nation’s jobs. Department of Commerce, STEM occupations are growing at 17%, while other occupations are growing at 9.8%.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Problem Solving : Graphs provide a way to solve problems and make predictions. Whether it’s analyzing trends in data, finding optimal solutions in optimization problems, or understanding the behavior of functions, graphing is a valuable tool for problem-solving.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 4, 2015

His knowledge of and interest in both the EdTech world and the importance of a STEM education highlight the importance of inquiry-based education, DIY cultures and technology for enhanced learning as crucial 21st century activities. Common Core: A Lesson Plan for STEM (on Bridges). High Tech In The Classroom.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Introducing the Makeblock mBot2: A Fun and Educational AI Robot for Coding The Makeblock mBot2 is a delightful and educational AI robot designed to captivate the interest of children aged 8-12 in the fields of STEM. designed specifically for robotics, STEM, and coding education.

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Vivify Stem

APRIL 3, 2025

STEM camps are one of my favorite ways to bring hands-on learning to life. Whether youre a classroom teacher looking to keep the learning going over summer break or youve been asked to run a STEM summer camp and dont know where to start, this post is for you. Why Host a Summer STEM Camp? Thats the magic of STEM done right.

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STEM Education Works

APRIL 7, 2025

STEM Education Works is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Ozobot , a hands-on coding and robotics education leader. Together, were making STEM learning more engaging, accessible, and effective for both educators and students. These little bots are a huge win for engagement, creativity, and hands-on STEM learning.

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ED Surge

MARCH 13, 2023

How can teachers engage students to learn problem-solving skills across the curriculum? One program has set out to teach computational thinking (CT) and coding skills in a problem-centered approach, fostering a student-driven learning design. How do teachers and students benefit from a problem-centered coding curriculum?

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Ellipsis Education

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The Benefits of Hands-OnLearning in ComputerScience and STEM Education Introduction At Ellipsis Education, we believe hands-on learning is at the heart of building deep, lasting understanding in computer science. Or they might work together to solve coding challenges, participating in real-world team-based problem-solving.

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CSTEM

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Written By: Reagan Flowers, PhD Virtual reality (VR) is breaking out of the gaming and recreational mold, carving a dynamic niche in educationespecially in STEM classrooms. VR immersion is especially critical for young learners, as early exposure to STEM boosts long-term interest and proficiency.

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ED Surge

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Instead of traditional direct instruction, PBL in math encourages students to explore, discuss and understand mathematical concepts by solving problems collaboratively. It encouraged teachers to design learning experiences that engaged students in meaningful mathematical thinking and problem-solving.

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Carly and Adam

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Bring some holiday cheer into your STEM classroom with a festive and engaging activity: the Elf on the Shelf STEM Challenge ! This challenge encourages creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving as students work to construct a tower sturdy enough to hold a mischievous elf. Want more Holiday STEM Challenge Ideas?

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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. Highlight STEM Career Paths: Show students how the skills they’re learning translate into engineering careers in various industries.

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ED Surge

APRIL 12, 2023

EdSurge: Why did you decide to create a coloring book, of all things, about Black women in STEM? And then going into college, I still knew in the back of my head that medical school was a path for me, but I gained this newfound love with engineering and creative problem-solving. Then in March 2020, the pandemic hit.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 3, 2024

STEM education–Science, technology, engineering, and math–sounds intimidating, but is actually one of the most satisfying learning experiences students can participate in. STEM Knowledge A laser cutter or engraver enhances STEM knowledge. It enhances their STEM knowledge through practical.

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Vivify Stem

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Looking for low-prep STEM stations for younger students? Check out our free Building Bricks Challenge Mats , a perfect way to introduce K-5 students to STEM! The Building Bricks Challenge Mats, available for purchase or available for download with a membership to The STEM Space Mesh bags or plastic storage containers.

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Ellipsis Education

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The Benefits of Hands-On Learning in Computer Science and STEM Education Introduction At Ellipsis Education, we believe hands-on learning is at the heart of building deep, lasting understanding in computer science. Or they might work together to solve coding challenges, participating in real-world team-based problem-solving.

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CSTEM

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

By: Reagan Flowers, PhD If youve been following us, youve likely noticed that we discuss high-quality STEM learning experiences. The long-term learning gaps created by COVID-19 school closures, a rapidly shifting job market, and funding cuts in the current climate make access to STEM education more essential than ever. STEM education.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 12, 2018

gives them a wide arena of problems and problem-solving skills. At a young age we can solve simple problems such as sorting different colored beads into different cups, then when we are older we can solve more complex problems such as writing a program using sorting algorithms for all sorts of items; including colored beads.,

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All About STEM

JUNE 21, 2023

STEM Community is refreshed and live with a new look and a great range of new features to help you with your teaching! If you’re a primary or secondary STEM teacher or technician, this is a free platform for you to build a supportive network, offer problem-solving solutions and share your own professional experiences with others.

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Carly and Adam

JANUARY 22, 2025

Winter is the perfect time to ignite creativity and problem-solving skills in your classroom with engaging STEM centers! These winter-themed activities are designed to captivate students and help them develop essential STEM skills while having fun. Why Winter STEM Centers?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 21, 2017

STEAM–Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math–is education’s new STEM. By adding the creativity and problem-solving skills that are part and parcel to Anything Art, students have permission to use colors, images, and outside-the-lines thinking to address Big Ideas and Essential Questions. engineering.

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ED Surge

JANUARY 24, 2024

Imagine if all students deliberately practiced and improved upon their skills of critical thinking and team-based problem-solving throughout the school day. During these live, student-led learning games, students learn how to decode complex problems and collaborate to arrive at optimal solutions. We can’t overlook STEM.

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