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STEM & STEAM
The latest developments impacting STEM and STEAM learning
Amid discouraging math scores, are states improving elementary math instruction?
Better preparation and support for elementary teachers to provide strong math instruction can improve academic and life outcomes for students
5 math curriculum insights from educators
I spoke to a wide range of educators at the recent ISTE conference and I was reminded why creativity and math go hand-in-hand
Supporting gender equity in AI and tech education
Encouraging girls and young women to pursue careers in tech and AI creates a more balanced workforce, as well as role models for future students
Cultivating STEM excellence in an all-girls Catholic high school
Implementing initiatives like STEM education and performance-based learning requires a commitment to beliefs and values
Helping students learn new tech skills–and exceed expectations
Thanks to collaborative teachers and a setting that inspires experimentation, these middle schoolers are discovering that STEAM is the key to their future
Report finds persistent STEM career exposure gaps for women
A national report reveals a critical need to improve career guidance to address labor shortages in high-paying STEM roles
5 strategies to navigate science literacy in the digital age
Simple strategies and keeping up with the latest digital tools can help students build science literacy skills
3 free STEAM education resources to nurture student curiosity
Engaging STEAM content in classroom is the first step to inspiring students to explore those career possibilities in the future
Can a data literacy program make science more relatable?
The data literacy program introduces real STEM professionals through storytelling, helping students better relate to their projects and engage more deeply with the program’s content
5 edtech tools for the statistics teacher (and other teachers, too)
Finding the right tech tools is a must when a teacher begins to teach a new class
Putting the ‘E’ in integrative STEM instruction
Educators don't have to shy away from engineering--it's a STEM component that works across core content areas
How I came to love phenomena-based science instruction
A high school science teacher explains how she overcame her fear and learned to love a new, more collaborative approach
5 ways teaching science with probeware promotes 3D learning
Probeware supports science learning by adding precision and furthering students’ investigation of natural phenomena
Empowering girls with STEM education to build tomorrow’s tech industry
STEM programs must prioritize creating inclusive and supportive environments where girls feel encouraged to explore, take risks, and dream big
Guidance counselors could help female high schoolers erase the STEM gender gap
Highly-qualified school counselors can deliver tailored support based on students’ unique experiences and needs
Can you take algebra in eighth grade? In many cases, the answer is no
Algebra is often considered a gateway class, which can set students up for challenging math classes in college and career paths in science and engineering fields
Black students need more STEM career exposure
Report from YouScience and Black Girls Do STEM analyzes data from students across the U.S., highlighting significant career exposure gaps in STEM
7 tips and ideas to make the eclipse engaging for students
The upcoming solar eclipse offers an exciting opportunity to incorporate phenomenon-based learning into teaching
Math is not a universal language—but it can be a universal thread
Math can build bridges to choice and opportunity and connect students to richer learning and life experiences
Museum of Science, Boston releases equity-oriented engineering curricula
Youth Engineering Solutions (YES) brings the creativity and expertise of the Museum of Science into classrooms
Friday 5: STEAM education in action
STEM education offers students many opportunities to develop in-demand skills needed for a growing workforce
5 helpful hacks for managing a STEM classroom
STEM classrooms require skilled management to keep students focused on their tasks
Virtual field trips are an essential part of climate curriculum
VR experiences can improve inclusion and boost diversity in STEM by giving all students the opportunity to see climate science in action
First-ever National STEM Festival welcomes student innovators
U.S. Department of Education, in partnership with EXPLR, will recognize outstanding student science and engineering solutions to pressing global issues
How this middle school teacher gets students to challenge themselves in math
Quijada believes that giving students the opportunity to work on more difficult equations fosters excitement for the subject
5 ways to use inquiry-based learning to make math more relevant
Math lessons and ongoing practice grounded in inquiry-based learning emphasize conceptual understanding using real-world contexts
Elementary-level STEM education fosters our future innovators
Investing in STEM education from an early age nurtures the next generation of innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders
STEM programs can’t keep up with AI–let’s focus on Power Skills
Power Skills are foundational and empower students to acquire and apply other skills necessary for success in diverse challenges
Why diversity and STEM education are critical to our future workforce
It’s vital for the broader tech industry to take action and increase access to STEM education
Here’s why STEM Career Days are a great idea
Study shows high school students who attended STEM Career Days were far more likely to pursue STEM-related careers than those who did not participate
Building a representative STEM pipeline needs to start in kindergarten
Efforts to fulfill a STEM talent pipeline cannot begin in college--we need more thoughtfulness and action occurring in K-12
3 best practices to create a STEM-focused school
An educator shares tips and strategies to help students build STEM skills for career and life
5 science and technology videos to get students talking
With a vast video library and the chance to customize lessons for students, TED-Ed Lessons can be incorporated into all topics and content areas
The intersection of the science of reading and edtech
Blending digital supports in the science of reading can yield positive and lasting results on students’ academic gains
5 ways to help students struggling with algebra due to learning loss
Without a strong understanding of algebra, many students find later math studies challenging
3 reasons creativity is essential for the future of education
In the era of generative AI and digital media making, STEM needs to add art and evolve into STEAM
3 simple ways educators and families can accelerate math learning
Research shows that strong home/school relationships, playful activities, and ‘learning by explaining’ can help students who are struggling
5 fun STEM videos for hard-to-engage students
These TED-Ed Lessons can help educators encourage students to explore different STEM education topics
How to elevate climate literacy for future scientists
Climate literacy is about understanding there are varying points of view, whether supported by facts, emotion, or both
3 essential tools to make elementary science easier
