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The Importance of Developing Spatial Skills for STEM Success

MIND Research Institute

Having a deep conceptual understanding of math creates the problem-solving foundation that all areas of STEM are built on, and early math skills are powerful predictors of later learning. Having well-developed spatial skills is very important for advanced STEM coursework, and many STEM-related occupations.

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PD for Writing Teachers: STEM Workshops, Rockstar Camps, Twitter and More!

Edsurge

One of my favorite PD experiences ever was as one of the few English teachers at a STEM workshop. CUE Fall Conference and Annual Conference October and March, two-three day conferences, registration fees. Check the website for registration information and videos from past conferences.

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Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in the Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

Steven has been a presenter and keynoter at several educational technology conferences, including ISTE, ASCD, TCEA, FETC, and VSTE as well as numerous state and local conferences. He is also responsible in helping create #edchat, a weekly education discussion on Twitter that boasts over 500 weekly participants.

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Using Learning Science to Create Action on Equity

edWeb.net

Dr. Betsy Hargrove has been the Superintendent of the Avondale Elementary School District since 2012 after having served as the Assistant Superintendent since March 2009. Betsy Hargrove. She provides ongoing leadership in creating a positive climate of high expectations for all involved with the educational programs of the district.

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Over 40 STEAM Resources… Creative Thinking, STEM, and PBL at FETC 2020

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

If you are at the conference, feel free to look me up with a PM at Twitter ( @mjgormans ) or email (mjgormans@gmail.com). I would love to talk with you about amazing PD I can provide at your school or conference this year! Over 40 STEAM Resources… Creative Thinking, STEM, and PBL at FETC 2020.

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Edtech and Social Emotional Learning #sel

The CoolCatTeacher

Her original research went into the design of Renton Preparatory in Seattle, which was a 2016 Top Three STEM School in the nation. Michelle Zimmerman, PhD, has taught all grades from Pre-K through 10th within the past 17 years, with a focus on middle and high school since 2009. Dr. Michelle Zimmerman @ mrzphd is with us today.

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Final Speakers List + Registration for October 6th "Libraries of the Future" Online Mini-Conference

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

We're just over a week away from our free Library 2.016 online mini-conference, " Libraries of the Future " on October 6th! MORE INFORMATION ( Conference Website ) As libraries shape their futures – and adapt to the future needs of their communities – what are the near- and long-term trends that point to our brightest opportunities.