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FETC 2021: Rebuilding Learning Beyond the Classroom

EdTech Magazine

This is a particular challenge for STEM-based educators, who often rely on hands-on learning approaches. In a Tuesday session at the 2021 Future of Education Technology Conference, educators highlighted ways that they have been keeping their students on track despite all the changes. Despite this, many have found a way.

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ISTELive 23: Men of Color Lead the Way for STEM in Their Communities

EdTech Magazine

A 2021 Code.org report notes that only 51 percent of high schools offer computer science coursework, and a 2021 Pew Research Center report shows that Black students earned only 7 percent of STEM bachelor’s degrees in 2018. DIG DEEPER: Learn how schools are working to reduce the STEM divide for Black students.

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Why I'm Still Bullish About the State of Edtech

Edsurge

In the next few days, thousands of edtech entrepreneurs, investors, educators and policymakers will flood a hotel in San Diego to attend the Mecca of Education Innovation Optimism known as ASU GSV. So now is the perfect time to reflect on the state of edtech. Here’s why 2021 was a banner year for U.S.

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Osmo For Schools Receives Prestigious 2021 EdTech Digest Award in “Curriculum and Instruction Solution” Category

eSchool News

Places as Finalist in “New Product or Service” & “STEM Solution” Categories. Now celebrating its eleventh year, the EdTech Digest Awards recognize people in and around education for outstanding contributions in transforming education through technology to enrich the lives of learners everywhere.

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Most Popular EdSurge Podcast Episodes of 2021

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In 2021, we told the story of a student who was surprised to learn that the professor featured in his online course lecture videos died years ago. Below are the 10 top episodes of 2021 as voted by listeners. We Know How to Diversify STEM Fields. The Challenge is Spreading What Works. in Birmingham, Alabama—and got arrested.

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Cloud-Based Technology Expands STEM’s Reach

EdTech Magazine

According to a report by tech recruiting site Dice, postings for tech jobs increased by 16 percent in the second quarter of 2021, and coding skills continued to be one of the most sought-after talents in new hires. However, not all students have the opportunity to take STEM classes.

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Honoring Black History Month by Celebrating Black STEM Leaders with Career Readiness Resources for Students from the STEM Careers Coalition

eSchool News

Silver Spring, MD (Tuesday, February 2, 2022) — The STEM Careers Coalition – the first-of-its-kind national STEM initiative powered by corporate leaders?and The array of on-demand resources and an engaging event both introduce and deepen students’ connections to STEM through real-world content. Learn more here. .

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