STEM
RAMTEC: Robotics, A Path to Employment & Economic Development
Next gen STEM school in central Ohio with buy in from community members and international companies is graduating students that are more than ready for college and career.
New Study Shows Benefits of Visual Game-Based Math
WestEd study showed significant achievement gains from the use of visual game-based ST Math in 129 California elementary schools.
The Transition from Cursive to Coding
Programming pushes students to research, plan, outline, collaborate, test, troubleshoot, and retest. It’s brain intensive language study that requires syntax and style.
Smart List: 30 STEM Networks & Maker Resources
The second annual "Smart List" awards continue with ten great state STEM networks, ten STEM networks and resources and ten maker resources.
STEM Ideas From GeekGirlCon ’14
Teacher Blogger Winifred Kehl reports back from Geek Girl Con '14, the annual celebration of women contributing to science and technology, with coding resources, scholarship information, and club opportunities.
Watch | 11 Year Old Designs 3D Printed Solution with City X Project
As students across the country went back to school this month, many were greeted by a new game changing learning tool: The 3D printer.
The Importance of STEM Education for K-2 Learners
Science 4 Us shares why STEM education is important for even our youngest learners who already have the gift for exploration and experimentation.
IX Reasons STEM Needs Title IX: Lessons From Center Court
By: Janine Ingram. It's time for girls in STEM to get a Title IV revolution. Here's 9 reasons why.
EdTech 10: Next Gen School Supplies
It is back-to-school time and as we are reviewing the school supply list for our students next to pencils and pens, we may see some new next gen items. This week's EdTech 10 reviews some we'd like to see.
Make or Break, Why Middle School Math Counts
The middle school landscape is interesting no matter how you spin it, but combine students’ physical and emotional changes with new and difficult content, and unique challenges face educators and students alike. Middle school is a time of development, discovery and transition for students - but also an exciting and powerful time for math education.