5 facts about the state of teaching
Learning has, for most of the country, shifted online as the country struggles to address the growing coronavirus pandemic. But before this major shift, a report took a…
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5 STEM grants worth a look
Most schools grapple with budget restrictions and funding frustrations–and that’s where classroom grants, including STEM grants, can be just what the doctor ordered. Related content: Using title funds…
5 ways to integrate STEAM into instruction–right now
Picture your last trip to the grocery store. The aisles are filled with options- too many really. For example, selecting a carton of eggs might take a little…
Using robots to bring science to life
As elementary STEAM educators, we have both learned that the best way to teach science is through hands-on exploration where lessons are both rigorous and relative to all…
9 ways to create better makerspaces
Makerspaces and maker culture have quickly become a favorite of STEAM advocates, and new research shows that makerspaces can be highly effective at helping elementary students develop skills…
Transforming your library into a makerspace
In a recent edWebinar, hosted by edWeb.net, Michelle Luhtala, library department chair, and Donna Burns, technology integrator, both from New Canaan High School (NCHS) in Connecticut, showcased the…
8 things to ask about your first makerspace
You wouldn’t just randomly choose a tool from your toolbox and feel confident it was the right one to cut a board or attach a hinge. Same goes…
How I created my school’s makerspace
As an elementary educator for most of my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with a variety of learners—from inner-city students in North Carolina to university-level students…
5 ways STEAM education is used in storytelling
When you think of a museum, the image that comes to mind is keeping your hands at your sides and looking at artifacts. That isn’t what the Knock…
Learn how STEAM supports creativity and confidence
Creativity and play are children's work. They build confidence, encourage risk taking, and ultimately shape the soft skills young people need to negotiate school and careers. But, as…