From inspiration to impact: Attracting women to STEM
The number of women working in STEM jobs has increased 31 percent over the past decade, but women continue to be outnumbered by men in some of the…
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4 ways to build engineering into your curriculum
Engineering is arguably one of the most useful and relevant subjects in our schools today. Its impact on our world cannot be overstated. Engineers are the ones who…
Can we make STEM more accessible for girls?
In the U.S., the workforce is pretty evenly split between men and women, but in STEM fields men make up 73 percent of the workforce to women’s 27 percent. Why?
Robotics plays a key role in early STEM education
While many think of high school students engaged in mechanical engineering or robotics competitions when they hear the word “robotics,” the subject naturally lends itself to learners of…
Why educational robotics is a critical STEM learning tool
Engineering is a critical part of STEM education, and engineers play a role in creating, improving, and maintaining some of today's most valued and essential things, from smartphones…
Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners Offer K-12 Teachers and Families Nationwide Digital Resources to Engage Students in Engineers Week
Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education and its social impact partners present teachers and families nationwide a curated collection of engaging, ... Read more
Students Go Behind the Scenes at the CMA Awards to Discover the Power of STEAM in a New Virtual Field Trip from Discovery Education and the Country Music Association
Charlotte, NC — The Country Music Association and Discovery Education today announced a new virtual experience from their Working In ... Read more
Back by Popular Demand: SHP Donates $10,000 to Students Across Ohio
Cincinnati – Architecture, interior design, and engineering firm SHP is awarding $1,000 scholarships to 10 high school students. The honors ... Read more
Explore Interactive Announces Partnership with Award-Winning Curriculum Developer, EiE
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Explore Interactive and EiE, the award-winning curricula division of the Museum of Science, Boston,are now collaborating ... Read more
Museum of Science, Boston enters metaverse with “Mission: Mars” Roblox experience
The Museum of Science, Boston is making its first move into the world of immersive online education with its launch of “Mission: Mars,” an educational experience on Roblox,…
Intelitek Opens the First of 20 STEAM centers in the Republic of Ghana
DERRY, N.H. – In partnership with the Ghanaian Ministry of Education and Israeli government, Intelitek and its parent company, Robogroup ... Read more
CoderZ Launches New Code Farm Coding and Robotics Course for Grades Four Through Six
DERRY, N.H. – When young students learn coding, they hone skills – such as computational thinking and collaboration – that ... Read more
The ups and downs of girls in STEM
In the US, the workforce is pretty evenly split between men and women, but in STEM fields men make up 73 percent of the workforce to women’s 27…
Benetech Inclusive AI Initiatives Break down Barriers to STEM
PALO ALTO, Calif. — June 17, 2022 —Benetech, the leading software for social good nonprofit, today announced two significant AI ... Read more
Local partnerships can build STEM workforce development in your district
The measurable success of recruiting students into STEM based pathways via a popular high school program known as FlexFactor has led the Department of Defense to recently invest…
New Report Shows the National Math and Science Initiative’s Long-Term Impact on Ensuring Equitable Access to STEM
DALLAS (PRWEB) MAY 20, 2022 — New data from the National Math and Science Initiative demonstrate the long-term impact of NMSI’s College ... Read more
Trane Technologies and Discovery Education Launch a New National STEM Education Initiative to Inspire Students to be Climate Innovators
Davidson, NC and Silver Spring, MD (Monday, May 16, 2022) — Today, Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT), a global climate innovator, ... Read more
New resources target STEM via aerospace education
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), Estes Industries, and the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) have joined together to inspire the next generation of scientists and…
5 tips to bring engineering into the classroom
STEAM education is critically important in the classroom, and engineering education is a key part of STEAM learning. And on World Engineering Day, the need for students to…
National Engineering Week Observances in K-12 Classrooms Get a Boost from Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners
Silver Spring, MD (Thursday, February 17, 2022) — Discovery Education and leading social impact partners are offering engaging, no-cost digital ... Read more
Panasonic and Olympian Katie Ledecky Partner to Inspire Student STEM Innovation and Unlock the Power of Technology
Las Vegas, NV (Tuesday, January 4, 2022) – To inspire student innovation in science, technology, engineering, and math (“STEM”), Panasonic Corporation ... Read more
5 strategies to build better information literacy in students
We live in the age of information. Thanks to the internet, we now have all the world’s knowledge at our fingertips. Just think about it: Cooking, philosophy, engineering,…
GoGuardian Appoints Former Google Executive Jenny Zhao as Chief Technology Officer
LOS ANGELES–( BUSINESS WIRE)–GoGuardian, the leading education technology company helping K-12 schools maximize the learning potential of every student, today ... Read more
American Society of Mechanical Engineers and Discovery Education Partner to Unlock Student Success Through Engineering
Silver Spring, Md. (Monday, December 2, 2021) — Discovery Education and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) have launched Engineering ... Read more
Delaware Department of Education, DuPont and Discovery Education Launch First-of-Its-Kind Partnership Supporting STEM, Career, and Technical Education Statewide
DOVER, Del., Nov. 22, 2021 – The Delaware Department of Education (DDOE), DuPont (NYSE: DD) and Discovery Education today announced ... Read more
Twig Education Launches Twig Science Next Gen for Middle School
(Los Angeles, Calif.) October 28, 2021 — Twig Education, creators of the leading elementary level science program Twig Science, today ... Read more
Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners Offer Communities No-Cost Digital Learning Resources Supporting STEM Day Observances Nationwide
Silver Spring, MD (Wednesday, November 3, 2021) — Discovery Education and leading social impact partners are offering engaging, no-cost digital learning ... Read more
5 must-haves for school makerspaces
School makerspaces have emerged as centers of creativity, problem solving, collaboration, and more. These skills--often referred to as soft skills, but also known as durable skills for their…
Scholastic Teams Up with 5 Female Leaders to Debut New “Rising Voices” K–5 Classroom Library Collection to Empower Girls in STEAM
The Second Collection in the Rising Voices Library® Series Features Powerful Messages from Industry Mentors to Shatter Misconceptions About Girls ... Read more
Early Education Grant Provides STEAM Learning for Jewish Day Schools
The David Lear Sulman Fund provides over 50% off research-based KIBO robot kits (Waltham, MA) June 10, 2021 – KinderLab ... Read more
Leading K-8 Educational Company Introduces Middle School Science Solution
BrainPOP Science helps teachers inspire the next generation of scientific thinkerswhile navigating fundamental shifts in teaching and learning science, technology,and ... Read more
3 reasons virtual STEM is here to stay
The most important qualification for virtual STEM is an authentic learning experience for students with some kind of real science, engineering, math, or technology practice built into it.
Starting a K-12 classroom drone program
Before investing in the hardware, K-12 educators can take essential steps to enhance their drone program's success in getting off the ground.
Vernier Software & Technology Recognizes Kansas Science Educator Tyson Vrbas with the 2021 Engineering Award
Vernier Software & Technology recently announced science educator Tyson Vrbas of Manhattan Catholic Schools in Manhattan, Kansas as the 2021 ... Read more
5 tips for inclusive STEM learning experiences
Preparing students for STEM careers and advanced learning opportunities is about more than just teaching math, science, engineering, coding, and computer science to the youngsters who want to…
Discovery Museum Launches Its 3rd Hands-on STEM Distance Learning Resource
Discovery Museum announced today the launch of its Feel the Force laboratory toolkit, the first offering in a new product ... Read more
Twig Science Nevada Approved for Statewide Use
The Nevada Department of Education has adopted Twig Science Nevada, a complete Pre-K–6 curriculum from leading education multimedia company Twig ... Read more
Flinn Scientific Partners with the Virginia Technology Student Association to Support Virtual STEM Competitions
Flinn Scientific, a flagship provider of science lab materials and safety and STEM solutions for the K-16 education market, has ... Read more
Calling STEM Educators: Vernier Software & Technology Now Accepting Applications for its 2021 Engineering Award
Vernier Software & Technology is now accepting applications for the 2021 Vernier Engineering Award. The annual award, with prizes valued ... Read more
South Windsor High School Impresses with “Mighty” Audio System Powered by Renkus-Heinz
South Windsor High School, the home of the Bobcats in South Windsor, Connecticut, recently updated its 660-seat theater on campus ... Read more