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Utah STEM Action Center Releases Exemplar Statewide Program Evaluation

MIND Research Institute

A new bar has been set for state-grants-funded digital math programs evaluation. The Utah STEM Action Center has released its 2020 annual report , which includes the results of their comprehensive statewide program evaluation. Utah’s commitment to rigor.

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With Budget Cuts Looming, Here’s How Districts Will Decide What to Keep or Cut

Edsurge

Examples of districts that embed practical evidence-based analysis into their program evaluation and budget cycles include efforts such as Jefferson County Public Schools’ Cycle-based Budgeting program and Schenectady City School’s return on investment review. But that’s likely to change when budgets get tight.

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Bring Science to Life: The Impact of Video Game Simulations

edWeb.net

They should understand science concepts and draw on them to answer questions and solve problems as well as connect them to other STEM concepts. Tropf explained that demonstrations, technology, or simulations are ideal for framing and involving learners in the study and analysis of phenomena through interactive text and activities.

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Michigan School Administrators’ Journey Toward Increased Equity and Inclusion

edWeb.net

Careful listening and data analysis can then lead to a strategic diversity plan that includes prioritizing resources, creating multicultural goals, and developing aligned professional development. The Path Forward.

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OPINION: A lack of diversity in research and analytics is not just unethical — it is dangerous

The Hechinger Report

The STEM disciplines and social sciences significantly influence the trajectory of American society and the global community in ways that other sectors and fields of exploration cannot match. Today, people of color are underrepresented in all aspects of STEM, including academia, business, research, technology and more.

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