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STEM vs. STEAM: The importance of the Arts

Neo LMS

As such, there is a great deal of focus on making certain students understand science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects. Yet, there are some educators and STEM professionals who disagree with this largely technical focus. This has resulted in a movement for teachers to provide a STEAM education rather than STEM. .

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5 digital tools to enhance your social studies instruction

eSchool News

As a fourth-grade English/language arts and social studies teacher in an elementary collaborative learning magnet program–which is also a NASA Explorer School–I get the challenge of unlocking the minds of 9- and 10-year-olds who are more at home in the STEM subjects than in exploring literature or our country’s history.

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How to Create Apps in the Classroom and Inspire Design Thinking

The CoolCatTeacher

Today's episode features my friend Alefiya Master, the CEO of MAD-Learn, and the sponsor of today's show. We discuss the transformative role of app-building, collaborative learning, design thinking, and the importance of authentic learning experiences. MAD-Learn is an amazing collaborative app building tool.

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5 Ways K–12 Teachers Can Take a New Approach to Computational Thinking

EdTech Magazine

STEM courses are a central component to K–12 learning , but incorporating STEM into the classroom can be difficult. At one time, educators believed STEM was best taught through classes specific to these subjects. . MORE FROM EDTECH: K–12 teachers find creative ways to put computer science into their programs.

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What tools and technology are used for teaching?

eSchool News

Key points: Modern K-12 teaching is empowered by a versatile toolkit of technology tools Learn more about K-12 Tech Innovation News Discover Technology Tools for Teaching and Learning In K-12 education, a diverse array of tools and technologies enhance teaching methodologies, creating dynamic and engaging learning environments.

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Digital Learning Theories and Frameworks For Future Ready Classrooms

Teacher Reboot Camp

Part of the December 2019 STEM Resources Digital Calendar ! They inspire their students to innovate, create, collaborate, and problem-solve with technology. Online Collaborative Learning Theory by Linda Harasim. SAMR and Digital Blooms resources by Kathy Schrock. Bloom’s Digital Taxonomy by Andrew Churches.

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The First Days of the School Year: It’s About the Learners Not the Content

User Generated Education

You will be expected to engage in the learning activities during class time. You will be expected to do collaborative learning during the class time. I will introduce the learning activities, but you will be responsible for the actual learning. You are important as a learner in this class.