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As Tech Companies Hire More Liberal Arts Majors, More Students Are Choosing STEM Degrees

Edsurge

At the same time, more STEM employers are hiring workers with humanities backgrounds, according to a new report by researchers at Strada Education Network and Emsi, a labor market analytics firm. According to the paper’s researchers, the number of workers in STEM fields with a liberal arts background is simultaneously increasing. “We

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5 tips for creating a makerspace for less than the cost of an iPad

eSchool News

In 2013, I began creating a makerspace in our library with only recyclables such as yogurt containers, bottle caps, and toilet paper tubes that I had been saving over the summer. You’ll likely read many blogs and books, follow maker educators through social media, and attend webinars and workshops.

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Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in the Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

As a former teacher and Director of Instructional Technology he is highly sought after for his expertise in educational technology integration and using social media for learning. He is also responsible in helping create #edchat, a weekly education discussion on Twitter that boasts over 500 weekly participants.

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Ideas for Promoting Digital Diversity

Teacher Reboot Camp

For the next week, I will be participating in many events to support gender and cultural diversity in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) fields. Research points to low percentages of females and minorities pursuing STEM degrees and professions. Additionally, females worldwide have higher quit rates in STEM professions.

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Ideas for Promoting Digital Diversity

Teacher Reboot Camp

For the next week, I will be participating in many events to support gender and cultural diversity in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) fields. Research points to low percentages of females and minorities pursuing STEM degrees and professions. Additionally, females worldwide have higher quit rates in STEM professions.

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Missouri’s Mehlville School District’s Expands Partnership with Discovery Education to Focus on Creating Engaging STEM Learning Environments

techlearning

-A Combination of Discovery Education’s New STEM Connect Digital Service and Sustained Professional Development is Set to Drive District’s Efforts to Grow Student Interest in STEM Education- Silver Spring, Md. Discovery Education’s STEM Connect enhances core curriculum and brings STEM to life in classrooms.

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Search for America’s Top Young Scientist of 2022 Begins

eSchool News

“Every day, 3M captures the power of our people, our ideas and 3M science to reimagine what’s possible and for the past 15 years, in partnership with Discovery Education, we’ve been inspiring students to apply their passion for STEM to making the world a better place,” said Karina Chavez, Senior Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer?at

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