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Incorporate Literacy Tools in K–12 STEM Subjects

EdTech Magazine

“We have secondary students who have third-grade reading levels,” says Sharo Dickerson, director of digital and learning resources at El Paso Independent School District in Texas.

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Bringing Better STEM Education to the Rural South

Edsurge

Now the STEM curriculum is poised to enter high school classrooms in the rural South. Department of Education and will last five years. Other challenges seem to have set back STEM education, too. Many rural students have also struggled to access high-quality STEM education because of a lack of resources.

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National STEM/STEAM Day Nov. 8th

Ask a Tech Teacher

National STEM Day is November 8 and the unofficial holiday celebrates science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education throughout the United States. Here are some great ideas for celebrating: Ten Ways to Celebrate National STEM Day with NASA | NASA. 49 STEM Activities for Students .

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5 educators on what 2024 will bring to education

eSchool News

Key points: Innovative new technologies and strategies are impacting education in 2024 65 predictions about edtech trends in 2024 Tech-less teaching methods could alienate tech-savvy Gen Zs For more news on edtech trends, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page Does “new year, new you” apply to K-12 education in 2024?

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How is STEM Education Shaping the Future of our Science Classes?

EdNews Daily

As more school districts focus on STEM education, there is room to improve. What is STEM education? Simply, it stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). STEM education promotes a realm of benefits. education system will continue to fall behind global market competition.

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Phenix City Schools Awarded Cognia STEM Certification

eSchool News

August 4, 2022) — Phenix City Schools (PCS) are now STEM certified, becoming the largest and fourth district in the nation. Every school in the PCS system earned Cognia’s STEM Certification in June. Cognia recognizes and certifies PCS’ STEM program: ? PCS offers enriching STEM activities from preschool through 12th grade.

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Today's CTE Investments Help Boost Students' Success

EdTech Magazine

In modern schools, vocational instruction — now career and technical education, or CTE — often takes students beyond the oil-stained floor beneath an automotive hoist or a shower of sparks in a welding lab. Research suggests students are more likely to continue their education when they know they already have a head start.

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