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6 ways to bolster STEM education for the future

eSchool News

STEM education would emphasize problem-solving, interdisciplinary approaches and the value of discovery and play, according to a new 10-year vision from the American Institutes for Research for the U.S. Department of Education’s STEM Initiatives Team. Next page: The 6 components of future STEM education.

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North Carolina’s Hoke County Schools Launches New Partnership with Discovery Education to Create Modern and Innovative Learning Environments Supporting Science Instruction

eSchool News

To support the district’s new 2021-2026 Strategic Plan, which specifically focuses on improving the school system’s capacity to create modern and innovative learning environments, HCS sought to enhance their science curriculum across all grades. We look forward to continuing to build on this powerful relationship.”.

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Best of ISTE: How to Build Student Engagement

eSchool News

Karen Cheser, Superintendent of Durango School District (CO) described creating inclusive environments and providing access to educational resources in a rural setting. Access to Resources : Providing students with access to educational tools and extracurricular activities helps bridge the gap caused by socio-economic disparities.

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New Bill Could Bring CS Programs to 500K JROTC Students—and Diversify the Future Workforce

Edsurge

By 2026, the U.S. And while 58 percent of projected STEM jobs are computing related, only 10 percent of STEM degree recipients are in computing fields. Though growing rapidly, access to rigorous computer science and cybersecurity preparation in U.S. Department of Labor projects there will be 3.5

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AI and Libraries Mini-Conference in Just One Week: Schedule Now Posted | 23 Sessions!

The Learning Revolution Has Begun

In addition, Pun is an ALA Presidential candidate for 2025-2026. Through her inspirational leadership, she has made it her mission to help underserved communities to ensure equitable access to technology, knowledge, and opportunity. OPENING KEYNOTE PANEL: Ray Pun, Ed.D., is the librarian at the Community Lab Schools.

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Jobs in cybersecurity are exploding: Why are women locked out?

The Hechinger Report

will grow 28 percent by 2026. will grow 28 percent by 2026. For example, 54 percent of women majoring in STEM fields concentrate in biological and life sciences, which are among the majors with the lowest-paying career prospects, but only 17 percent select majors in the more lucrative field of engineering. are filled by women.

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Best of ISTE: How to Build Student Engagement

eSchool News

Karen Cheser, Superintendent of Durango School District (CO) described creating inclusive environments and providing access to educational resources in a rural setting. Access to Resources : Providing students with access to educational tools and extracurricular activities helps bridge the gap caused by socio-economic disparities.