Classroom, Social Media and STEM

14 Educator Social Media Accounts That Inspire Us

MIND Research Institute

JANUARY 25, 2022

Social media can be an amazing tool for so many pu rposes. In no particular order, here are some of my colleagues' and my favorite educational social media accounts. She innovates and solves local problems in her biology classroom. Look at this hands on lesson in Sarah’s 8th grade math classroom! Jay Flores.

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Safely Involve Students in Social Media and More Student Voice Tips

The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Safely Involve Students in Social Media and More Ways to Give Students a Voice. So, we have, obviously — across the United States and the world — we’ve got this push for social media and schools sharing their story. Our students are in the classroom. All comments in the shaded green box are my own.

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AI in the Classroom: A Complete AI Classroom Guide

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 6, 2023

Today's three guests are expert authors of the newly released The AI Classroom: The Ultimate Guide to Artificial Intelligence in Education. From budgets to banking to credit and savings, choose a topic and use it in your classroom with EVERFI’s free financial literacy lesson plans. Is it helpful? Should it be welcomed in schools?

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Discovery Education, Caterpillar Foundation, and Learning Undefeated Launch New Initiative to Inspire Next Generation of STEM Professionals

eSchool News

JUNE 7, 2023

This unique program leverages the power of play by using engaging, hands-on digital resources to educate and inspire students in grades 9-12 to consider exciting careers in a variety of STEM professions. The future STEM innovators are sitting in classrooms all across the country.

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The STEM Careers Coalition Presents a New Collection of Curated Digital Content for Manufacturing Day 2023

eSchool News

OCTOBER 5, 2023

In celebration of National Manufacturing Day, the STEM Careers Coalition – the first-of-its-kind national STEM initiative powered by corporate leaders and anchored in schools by Discovery Education – offers students and families new STEM resources to explore the world of modern manufacturing. Charlotte, NC. –

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STEM Careers Coalition Offering Educators No-Cost Resources to Celebrate Black STEM Leaders During Black History Month

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

NC — The STEM Careers Coalition – the first-of-its-kind national STEM initiative powered by corporate leaders and anchored in schools by Discovery Education – presents a curated collection of no-cost content celebrating the careers of Black leaders in STEM for use during Black History Month and beyond. Representation matters.

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10 Cool Ways Teachers Use Social Media to Enhance Learning

The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 19, 2016

While a recent poll showed 9 out of 10 teachers do not use social media in the classroom, there are teachers who are. Social doesn’t have to be a distraction and kids can be safe. Let’s dive into ten ways teachers have used social media in the classroom to enhance learning.

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Digital Learning Theories and Frameworks For Future Ready Classrooms

Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 24, 2019

Part of the December 2019 STEM Resources Digital Calendar ! The learning theories and frameworks below help us reflect on the way student learning is impacted by technology so that our curriculum and use of technology in the classroom helps students thrive. Digital Learning Theories and Frameworks.

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How esports can help students in the classroom (no, seriously!)

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In the classroom? At Mira Mesa High School in San Diego, California, which has launched an esports program, teacher Brandon Trieu has proven through the success of the team he coaches, the Mira Mesa Marauders, that esports are a valuable addition to the classroom. Video games? Absolutely not! The reasons why pile up quickly.

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Ward’s Science–So Many STEM Resources

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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15 Questions to Ask when Creating a STEM Culture in Education

21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

JULY 11, 2021

As you might know, I am very excited about STEM education! In fact, get ready even more STEM posts. For consultations and presentations at schools across the country I have developed these 15 questions you may want to ask as you develop or assess STEM possibilities for students. Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com.

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Digital Learning Theories and Frameworks For Future Ready Classrooms

Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 24, 2019

Part of the December 2019 STEM Resources Digital Calendar ! The learning theories and frameworks below help us reflect on the way student learning is impacted by technology so that our curriculum and use of technology in the classroom helps students thrive. Digital Learning Theories and Frameworks.

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MakerBot Stokes Schools' 3D Printing Spirits with Social Media Contest

EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2015

Frank Smith Four schools were awarded 3D printers from the manufacturer for garnering support on social media channels.

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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

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

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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The STEM Careers Coalition Celebrates Manufacturing Day with Resources to Inspire the Creators, Doers, Makers, and Makers of Tomorrow in the Classrooms of Today

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

SILVER SPRING, MD (Wednesday, September 29, 2021) – Members of the STEM Careers Coalition – the first-of-its-kind national STEM initiative powered by corporate leaders and anchored in schools by Discovery Education – are helping students and educators explore modern manufacturing with no-cost resources designed to celebrate Manufacturing (MFG) Day.

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STUDENT VOICES: We need more women in STEM fields, and we have ideas for making that happen

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 7, 2023

STEM movements often miss one thing — the voices of today’s students. As high school students, we were born at the same time as the iPhone and after the launch of social media and YouTube. As high school students, we were born at the same time as the iPhone and after the launch of social media and YouTube.

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Design Thinking Process and UDL Planning Tool for STEM, STEAM, Maker Education

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. This is why we decided to create a planning tool for makerspaces in the classroom for you using the Design Thinking Process and Universal Design for Learning®.

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The STEM Careers Coalition Celebrates Black Leaders in STEM with Dynamic Digital Careers Content and Exclusive Virtual Events

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

The STEM Careers Coalition – the first-of-its-kind national STEM initiative powered by corporate leaders and anchored in schools by Discovery Education – invites educators, students, and communities to celebrate Black leaders in STEM year-round with the launch of dynamic careers content and a series of virtual educator events.

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Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners Present Engaging Resources Supporting STEM Day Observances

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

.— Discovery Education and select social impact partners are offering engaging, high-quality digital learning resources to students and teachers to support observances of National STEM Day. To date, the STEM Careers Coalition has reached more than 5.7 View the complete list of STEM Career Coalition partners here. .

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Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners Offering Free STEM-Focused Resources to Educators and Students Celebrating Women’s History Month

eSchool News

MARCH 2, 2023

Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education and its social impact partners are offering educators and students nationwide a variety of free, STEM-focused resources to support celebrations of Women’s History Month. In my classroom, I always am on the hunt for resources that feature women and Discovery Education always delivers.

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STEM Careers Coalition Marks First Anniversary and New, No-Cost Digital Resources

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

The STEM Careers Coalition – the first-of-its-kind national STEM initiative powered by corporate leaders and anchored in schools by Discovery Education – marks its first anniversary by welcoming new members to the growing coalition and by offering educators, students, and families nationwide access to a host of new, no-cost digital resources.

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Discovery Education Premieres Haul!: An Interactive STEM Learning Experience that Digs Into Sustainable Copper Production with Freeport-McMoRan

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

This immersive, virtual STEM mission is part of Dig Into Mining – The Story of Copper , an educational program for students grades 6-12 that explores the use of metals such as copper in our everyday life. An accompanying educator guide makes it easy for educators to integrate the hands-on STEM learning adventure into any lesson plan.

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Discovery Education and Boeing Present a New Virtual Field Trip for Students Exploring STEM and Robotics in Aviation Manufacturing

eSchool News

JANUARY 31, 2023

Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education and Boeing present a new virtual experience – Manufacturing the Future of Aviation Virtual Field Trip – to show students how STEM makes aviation manufacturing more efficient and safer. STEM is such a wide and interesting world full of diverse leaders and thinkers.

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Minecraft in the Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Well, now we can all use Book Creator in our classrooms using the Chrome web browser. Now we can all use Book Creator in our classrooms, on any device, using the Chrome web browser. Minecraft in the Classroom. Minecraft in the classroom. In a normal classroom setting, they probably wouldn’t do that. Listen Now.

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5 Major Elements of a STEAM Mindset

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 19, 2020

However, there is more to a true STEM mindset than just the content. Today Tim Needles talks about five elements that comprise an effective STEAM mindset to help us bring these topics into our classrooms as we teach and learn together. However, there is more to a true STEM mindset than just the content.

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All-New Science Techbook for Middle School and STEM Connect

eSchool News

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Discovery Education is the global leader in standards-aligned digital curriculum resources, engaging content, and professional learning for K-12 classrooms. Discovery Education is also launching an updated version of STEM Connect. Discovery Education has also added a new STEM Careers Channel to Experience.

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Got humor? It might be the key to STEM engagement

eSchool News

APRIL 26, 2019

Real-world relevance and a little dash of humor are two ingredients that might increase STEM engagement and make learning fun for high school students, according to a new survey. on how to increase student interest, understanding, and performance in math and STEM subjects. Related: How to get students interested in STEM.

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Toyota and Discovery Education Launch Initiative Inspiring Student Innovation in STEM

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Building a more inclusive and connected world starts in the classroom,” said Lori McFarling, President of Social Impact at Discovery Education. Additional Resources A series of free STEM-based lessons and curriculum through Toyota USA Foundation partners, virtual field trips and more can be found at Toyota’s virtual education hub.

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Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in the Classroom

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 9, 2017

What are examples of how each are being used in the classroom? Which technology does Steven think will be the most helpful to classrooms? 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.

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20 Ways to Personalize Your Learning This Summer

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 15, 2020

Blended Learning In my opinion, the best 21st-century classrooms are “bricks” and “clicks,” blending together the best of face-to-face and online. Research around the pedagogy of effective blended learning will help you understand how to effectively combine your physical classroom and your online classroom. Learn How 2.

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Two Kentucky School Systems Select Discovery Education to Support STEM and STEAM Instruction

eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Two Kentucky school systems— Fayette County Public Schools (FCPS) and the Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS )—recently selected Discovery Education to support STEM/STEAM education in their school districts.

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Mastercard and Discovery Education Partner to Empower Girls with STEM Learning Through the Signature Girls4Tech™ Program

eSchool News

APRIL 22, 2021

(Thursday, April 22, 2021) — With the goal of providing five million girls with an engaging STEM education by 2025, Mastercard has partnered with Discovery Education to launch the latest phase of the award-winning Girls4Tech initiative. The study showed that women are less confident, receive less encouragement, and need more mentors in STEM.

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The Lemonade War that Motivated a Whole School to Read

The CoolCatTeacher

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

This elementary school-wide reading project is a sizzling combination of reading, parent relations, community service, school spirit, communications, and social media savvy. How he used social media to spur on excitement. The positive community response you get when you use social media for good. Listen Now.

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CoderZ Launches Initiative to Engage Students in STEM with the Amazon Cyber Robotics Challenge

eSchool News

AUGUST 19, 2021

18, 2021 – Starting August 1, CoderZ will once again bring a real-world industry perspective to computer science classrooms through the Amazon Cyber Robotics Challenge. In addition, they meet students interning at Amazon as well as real engineers who are using STEM and computer science skills every day. DERRY, N.H. – About CoderZ.

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GoldieBlox and Discovery Education Partner to Bring Chemistry to High School Classrooms Nationwide with New Immersive Learning Experience on Roblox

eSchool News

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Maker High offers an immersive learning experience hosted on Roblox for educators to teach chemistry in middle and high school classrooms. Maker High is a new experience on Roblox from the award-winning GoldieBlox team that leverages the power of gamified learning to deeply engage learners in chemistry.

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Imagining the Awesome Future of Automobiles

The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Toyota Dream Car Art Contest From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter STEM, STEAM, and design thinking are buzzwords in education today. In addition to true STEM projects, we also work to include the arts in all subjects. Post on Social Media to enter to win some art supplies!

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Why building school-community partnerships is the way forward

Neo LMS

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

That’s why it makes no sense to keep classrooms closed when it comes to creating school-community partnerships. This opportunity enhances their understanding of any subject, not just STEM-related. Read more: Getting started with STEM in your classroom! Going beyond classroom walls. Making lessons more relevant.

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Edge at Hudson Yards and Discovery Education Launch New Partnership Empowering Students to Engineer STEM Dreams

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

(Monday, November 1, 2021) – Edge at Hudson Yards and Discovery Education today announced a new educational initiative – Reach for the Sky – that shows students nationwide the transformative power of STEM during a virtual trip to the tallest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere. Learn more about this event and register here.

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7 TCEA 2023 sessions we want to attend

eSchool News

JANUARY 18, 2023

.” Conferences offer the opportunity for educators–from administrators and classroom teachers to IT leaders and curriculum directors–to attend sessions targeted to their interests and their individual school or district needs. From Stigmas to Selfies: The Power of Using Social Media in the Classroom.

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Tennessee’s Hardeman County Schools Begin New Year with New Digital Resources Supporting College and Career Readiness

eSchool News

JANUARY 16, 2024

Thanks to this new collaboration, teachers and students across HCS will have access to a suite of award-winning digital products that prepare students for college and careers and nurture their inherent curiosity in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) and all other subjects. STEM Connect.

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Arizona’s Apache Junction Unified School District Supports Innovative Teaching and Learning with New EdTech Resources

eSchool News

APRIL 19, 2024

Specifically, the AJUSD team sought a flexible, teacher-friendly, classroom-tested science solution that was easy to integrate into instruction and aligned to Arizona’s state education standards. Following a careful review of available resources, the district selected Discovery Education’s Science Techbook for classroom use.

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Getting Girls into STEM: The Power of Blended (and All-Female) Instruction

Edsurge

MARCH 21, 2017

During a panel on the importance of STEM education for women, she explained what it’s like to be a female student competing in a male-dominated program: “Not only were we the only all-girls robotics team,” she explained of a recent competition, “we were the only team that actually allowed girls to touch the robots.”

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Calling STEM Educators: Vernier Software & Technology Now Accepting Applications for its 2021 Engineering Award

eSchool News

JANUARY 15, 2021

The annual award, with prizes valued at $5,500, recognizes one middle school, high school, or college educator from any STEM subject area for innovatively using Vernier products to teach engineering concepts or practices to students. “We Vernier Software & Technology is now accepting applications for the 2021 Vernier Engineering Award.

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Discovery Ed and Leading Corporate and Community Partners Offering Access to Digital Resources Supporting STEM

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

Discovery Education and leading corporate and community partners are partnering to offer engaging, no-cost digital learning resources to students, teachers, and families to support National STEM Day observances. The STEM Careers Coalition is a leading contributor to the vast array of new STEM-focused resources now available.

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14 Educator Social Media Accounts That Inspire Us

Safely Involve Students in Social Media and More Student Voice Tips

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AI in the Classroom: A Complete AI Classroom Guide

Discovery Education, Caterpillar Foundation, and Learning Undefeated Launch New Initiative to Inspire Next Generation of STEM Professionals

The STEM Careers Coalition Presents a New Collection of Curated Digital Content for Manufacturing Day 2023

STEM Careers Coalition Offering Educators No-Cost Resources to Celebrate Black STEM Leaders During Black History Month

10 Cool Ways Teachers Use Social Media to Enhance Learning

Digital Learning Theories and Frameworks For Future Ready Classrooms

How esports can help students in the classroom (no, seriously!)

Ward’s Science–So Many STEM Resources

15 Questions to Ask when Creating a STEM Culture in Education

Digital Learning Theories and Frameworks For Future Ready Classrooms

MakerBot Stokes Schools' 3D Printing Spirits with Social Media Contest

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

The STEM Careers Coalition Celebrates Manufacturing Day with Resources to Inspire the Creators, Doers, Makers, and Makers of Tomorrow in the Classrooms of Today

STUDENT VOICES: We need more women in STEM fields, and we have ideas for making that happen

Design Thinking Process and UDL Planning Tool for STEM, STEAM, Maker Education

The STEM Careers Coalition Celebrates Black Leaders in STEM with Dynamic Digital Careers Content and Exclusive Virtual Events

Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners Present Engaging Resources Supporting STEM Day Observances

Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners Offering Free STEM-Focused Resources to Educators and Students Celebrating Women’s History Month

STEM Careers Coalition Marks First Anniversary and New, No-Cost Digital Resources

Discovery Education Premieres Haul!: An Interactive STEM Learning Experience that Digs Into Sustainable Copper Production with Freeport-McMoRan

Discovery Education and Boeing Present a New Virtual Field Trip for Students Exploring STEM and Robotics in Aviation Manufacturing

Minecraft in the Classroom

5 Major Elements of a STEAM Mindset

All-New Science Techbook for Middle School and STEM Connect

Got humor? It might be the key to STEM engagement

Toyota and Discovery Education Launch Initiative Inspiring Student Innovation in STEM

Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in the Classroom

20 Ways to Personalize Your Learning This Summer

Two Kentucky School Systems Select Discovery Education to Support STEM and STEAM Instruction

Mastercard and Discovery Education Partner to Empower Girls with STEM Learning Through the Signature Girls4Tech™ Program

The Lemonade War that Motivated a Whole School to Read

CoderZ Launches Initiative to Engage Students in STEM with the Amazon Cyber Robotics Challenge

GoldieBlox and Discovery Education Partner to Bring Chemistry to High School Classrooms Nationwide with New Immersive Learning Experience on Roblox

Imagining the Awesome Future of Automobiles

Why building school-community partnerships is the way forward

Edge at Hudson Yards and Discovery Education Launch New Partnership Empowering Students to Engineer STEM Dreams

7 TCEA 2023 sessions we want to attend

Tennessee’s Hardeman County Schools Begin New Year with New Digital Resources Supporting College and Career Readiness

Arizona’s Apache Junction Unified School District Supports Innovative Teaching and Learning with New EdTech Resources

Getting Girls into STEM: The Power of Blended (and All-Female) Instruction

Calling STEM Educators: Vernier Software & Technology Now Accepting Applications for its 2021 Engineering Award

Discovery Ed and Leading Corporate and Community Partners Offering Access to Digital Resources Supporting STEM

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