The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 22, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter STEM can level up and it must begin to include underrepresented communities of women and minorities. Every STEM educator should take a look at these resources and integrate them into their blended or online learning environment. All opinions are my own.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 6, 2023

Learning is more accessible because virtual robots do not require hardware, space, or other associated costs. Grounded in STEM, these exercises help kids develop computational thinking and technical ability, which improves their real-world problem-solving skills. Applications. Other Lessons Learned.

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Robotics Gamification STEM Elementary 130

eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Department of Labor , in 2021, there were nearly 10 million workers in STEM occupations–a total projected to grow by almost 11 percent by 2031. Department of Labor , in 2021, there were nearly 10 million workers in STEM occupations–a total projected to grow by almost 11 percent by 2031. According to the U.S.

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STEM Robotics Course Company 131

eSchool News

DECEMBER 29, 2022

This year’s 2nd most-read story focuses on creating an elementary esports program. Thus far, conversations around esports have centered on collegiate and secondary levels, however, a recent change in the winds has shifted the conversation to elementary esports. My STEM class, iCreate, is a part of our K-12 STEM continuum.

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Elementary STEM Digital Citizenship Video 133

Edsurge

JULY 4, 2023

Today, he’s an assistant professor in learning sciences and STEM education at Drexel University’s School of Education, and he leads the university’s Informal Learning Linking Engineering Science and Technology ( ILLEST Lab ). EdSurge: What is the gap that you've seen in children’s entertainment around STEM topics that you're trying to fill?

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STEM Industry Elementary Accessibility 166

Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Basically, it’s because there aren’t enough education opportunities that require that sort of skill and those there are, usually rhyme with ‘math’ or ‘science’ which to many kids are “just too complicated” Enter STEM–Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. “I

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edWeb.net

JANUARY 2, 2023

During the edLeader Panel, “ Utilizing ESSER Funding to Implement PBL + STEM Initiatives ,” a panel of educational peers engaged in a lively discussion about how to best invest funding from the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER) in high-impact project-based learning (PBL) and STEM initiatives across the nation.

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STEM Handbook Guidelines Elementary 90

The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Fortier’s school participates in a program operated by the American Indian Science and Engineering Society to expand access to computer science and science, technology engineering and math, or STEM, among Native American, Alaska Native and Pacific Islander students.

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Accessibility Robotics Report Course 112

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

To help, the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (MA DESE) partnered with VHS Learning to create the STEM Advanced Placement Access Expansion Opportunity , which enables up to 1,500 students within the state to take free AP® courses during the 2022-2023 academic year.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 19, 2023

Many students of color have been dissuaded from STEM and attending higher-level courses due to their past academic performance or solely based on their backgrounds. Lack of Access to Physics and Chemistry Teachers have stated that we need “Rocks for Jocks” and want to lower the science requirements for high school graduation.

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STEM Classroom Gamification Instructional Materials 111

The Hechinger Report

JUNE 2, 2022

Early in elementary school, many children already believe that boys are more interested than girls in computer science and engineering. That stereotype can impact girls’ willingness to participate in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) classes and activities, and even affect career choices down the road. Subscribe today!

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STEM Robotics Study Report 144

Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 2, 2019

Part of the December 2019 STEM Resources Digital Calendar ! Code.org has different activities for elementary students to adults. Kodable has different free activities for elementary students that require no registration. This is one of my elementary students favorite coding programs.

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Khan Academy STEM Elementary Outcomes 297

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

YES draws on more than three decades of research and development by the Museum’s PreK-12 education division, under the leadership of founding director Dr. Christine Cunningham, senior vice president of STEM Learning at the Museum of Science.

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STEM Elementary Assessment Resources 112

Edsurge

APRIL 20, 2020

We had a chat with Kate about her views on STEM education, supporting underrepresented and underserved students, and how learning to fail helps all kids succeed. Kate Sample EdSurge: Not everyone has an engineer dad to support their passion for STEM. One of the things I've seen is the way kids light up when you bring STEM to them.

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Robotics STEM Case Study Outcomes 172

eSchool News

AUGUST 30, 2023

Leading K-12 science supplier Carolina Biological Supply Company won four prestigious national Educators Pick Best of STEM® 2023 Awards and earned Finalist in two more categories. The awards are the only competition in which products are reviewed and judged only by STEM educators.

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STEM Data Learning Company 98

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 7, 2023

STEM movements often miss one thing — the voices of today’s students. As a result, our generation’s relationship with technology and STEM education is distinct. The way we access information and interact with each other is new. And we have a few ideas about how to build a better, more inclusive future for women in STEM.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Since 1999 there have been over 300 violent tragedies that have played out from college campuses to elementary schools, and 320K students have been exposed to gun violence. While instances of school violence are on the rise, there is strong evidence to suggest that upstream violence prevention is what’s needed to curb this trend.

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STEM Training Outcomes Social Media 104

User Generated Education

JUNE 8, 2017

If this is how the makerspace is set up in your school, then your kids may not have access to the resources, materials, and tools when they need them, especially for STEM or STEAM. Two Examples of STEM, STEAM, and Maker Education Activities using the Design Thinking and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Planning Tool.

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UDL STEM Tools Guidelines 275

eSchool News

APRIL 11, 2024

principals said their elementary or middle school offered algebra in eighth grade, but only to certain students. The report also details the extent to which students are separated based on their perceived math abilities, starting as young as elementary school. Algebra is often considered a gateway class. “The What’s happening there?”

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Survey Elementary Policies Report 111

Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 2, 2020

Part of the December 2020 STEM Resources Digital Calendar ! Code.org has different activities for elementary students to adults. Kodable has different free activities for elementary students such as creating fuzzies and mazes peers can play on. This is one of my elementary students favorite coding programs.

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Resources Khan Academy STEM Elementary 202

The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 5, 2023

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Classroom Blended Learning STEM Tools 344

The Hechinger Report

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

As we confront the lack of diversity in STEM professions and the general public’s lack of confidence in the work of leading scientists, we must recognize that we have designed a system in which K-5 science instruction is undervalued. Science time is often sacrificed to provide additional time for ELA and math. This story about U.S.

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Elementary Education STEM Data 145

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 29, 2020

In this session, we’ll share where we are now, emotional trauma and learning, how effective distance learning compares to face to face learning, how to take your class online, accessibility and equity, assessment, and project-based learning.

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Online Learning Learning Elementary Course 453

Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

While many schools may not have the resources to offer courses in computing, integrating CT with the core STEM disciplines can lower barriers and prepare students to participate in authentic, STEM-integrated learning. A Design Framework for Integrated CT and STEM. Designing the Water Runoff Challenge Curriculum .

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STEM Elementary Accessibility Student Engagement 362

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 19, 2023

Once you find a book, you access a scanned version (if available, say from Project Gutenberg) or purchase it at a linked bookstore. Access this catalog via the website. Access this collection via the website. Elementary and middle school children can read the books or have them read aloud to them.

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eBook Libraries Mobility Tablets 381

Teacher Reboot Camp

JANUARY 14, 2020

Karan Watson, STEM 4 Innovation Keynote Speaker. Recently, I attended the incredible STEM 4 Innovation Conference at Texas A&M University. I would definitely recommend this conference to any educator in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education. Below find my tweets of key ideas, examples, and resources.

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Conference Resources STEM Elementary 220

Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 20, 2019

Part of the December 2019 STEM Resources Digital Calendar ! My elementary students love their Seesaw digital portfolios. Seesaw is safe for K12 institutions and we are able to access the portfolios on multiple devices. Digital portfolios are powerful learning tools for students of all ages.

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STEM Learning Elementary EdTech 331

eSchool News

JANUARY 20, 2022

Through this collaboration, educators in all 34 SMSD elementary schools have now joined their peers nationwide in integrating Discovery Education’s award-winning suite of flexible digital resources into science instruction. Mystery Science features ready-to-teach multimedia science and STEM lessons for K-5 students.?Each

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Elementary Education Schoology Social Media 98

Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 4, 2019

Part of the December 2019 STEM Resources Digital Calendar ! Elementari – Create a free class account for up to 30 students. My Storybook – This web tool requires no registration and is simple to use with very young learners and elementary students. I still remember the storybooks I created when I was younger.

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Tools STEM Android Elementary 244

eSchool News

MARCH 31, 2022

BEAVERTON, Oregon, March 31, 2022 — Leveraging standards-based instructional content and its award-winning technology, Vernier Software & Technology is announcing Vernier Connections , an innovative web-based platform to engage high school students in hands-on STEM learning and exploration.

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STEM Software Learning Data 98

Teacher Reboot Camp

JANUARY 14, 2020

Karan Watson, STEM 4 Innovation Keynote Speaker. Recently, I attended the incredible STEM 4 Innovation Conference at Texas A&M University. I would definitely recommend this conference to any educator in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education. Below find my tweets of key ideas, examples, and resources.

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Conference Resources STEM Elementary 195

Ask a Tech Teacher

MAY 20, 2022

Good intentions to give all students access to the world’s knowledge were derailed by the cost of the websites and webtools that made that happen. Once you find a book, you access a scanned version (if available, say from Project Gutenberg) or purchase it at a linked bookstore. . Access this catalog via the website.

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Libraries Mobility eBook Tablets 486

eSchool News

JANUARY 31, 2024

Accessibility for students is emphasized. This elementary curriculum engages, inspires, and connects students firsthand to the world around them through a total of 24 student-driven modules. I will definitely use this when doing future STEM projects.” These ideas and questions drive the next steps. John’s School in Houston, TX.

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Elementary Assessment Learning Company 59

Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 28, 2020

Part of the December 2019 STEM Resources Digital Calendar ! Code.org has different activities for elementary students to adults. Kodable has different free activities for elementary students that require no registration. This is one of my elementary students favorite coding programs.

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Khan Academy STEM Elementary Course 195

eSchool News

MAY 5, 2021

Through this new collaboration, educators and students in 28 CPS elementary schools will receive access to a suite of Discovery Education’s award-winning digital learning resources. CPS educators and students districtwide will have access to this resource. into existing IT architecture is easier than ever. Discovery Education?

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Elementary Schoology Social Media Professional Learning 98

EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 6, 2019

Department of Education, supporting instruction for elementary and secondary students as well as adults. The Education Department’s Pathways to STEM Apprenticeship program is another example of a broader interest in CTE. Some private foundations also offer grants to support STEM instruction and programs.

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Secondary STEM Industry Microsoft 368

The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Students at Bessemer Elementary School don’t have to go far to see a doctor. Piloted at Bessemer, the program has gradually expanded to 15 of the district’s Title I schools, high-poverty schools where families may lack access to health care. To access the program, parents must opt in at the beginning of the school year.

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