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STEM vs. STEAM: The importance of the Arts

Neo LMS

As such, there is a great deal of focus on making certain students understand science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects. Yet, there are some educators and STEM professionals who disagree with this largely technical focus. This has resulted in a movement for teachers to provide a STEAM education rather than STEM. .

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4 ways we designed collaborative learning spaces

eSchool News

In our English literacy content space, for example, the collaborative learning spaces need more of a “library feel,” complete with sofa-type furniture and soft seating. Related : How outdoor learning spaces lead to STEM engagement How to create engaging active learning environments.

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Roblox, PLTW team up for immersive STEM experience

eSchool News

Key points: Immersive learning experiences are highly engaging and give students another way to grasp key STEM concepts Roblox and Project Lead The Way are offering 3D immersive learning with a new STEM experience See related article: Are you teaching with Roblox?

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5 Ways K–12 Teachers Can Take a New Approach to Computational Thinking

EdTech Magazine

STEM courses are a central component to K–12 learning , but incorporating STEM into the classroom can be difficult. At one time, educators believed STEM was best taught through classes specific to these subjects. . MORE FROM EDTECH: Top tools to teach STEM in K–12. by Eli Zimmerman.

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How to Help Students Land the STEM Jobs of the Future

Edsurge

It all happens thanks to a network of corporate partnerships that let students peer into the real world of STEM careers while giving companies a chance to engage with ambitious and energetic students. But these days, I’m not looking for particular experience as much as whether people can work collaboratively as part of a team.

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Systems check

eSchool News

In this episode of Innovations in Education , hosted by Kevin Hogan: 4 ways to design collaborative learning spaces Free internet could erase the digital divide STEM lessons straight from the classroom. Related : Big thoughts in edtech Sharing best practices.

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Digital Learning Theories and Frameworks For Future Ready Classrooms

Teacher Reboot Camp

Part of the December 2019 STEM Resources Digital Calendar ! They inspire their students to innovate, create, collaborate, and problem-solve with technology. Online Collaborative Learning Theory by Linda Harasim. SAMR and Digital Blooms resources by Kathy Schrock. Bloom’s Digital Taxonomy by Andrew Churches.