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School STEM Labs Inspire Students, Power Innovation

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School STEM Labs Inspire Students, Power Innovation. Thomas School near Seattle hopes to encourage students to develop a passion for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) by starting them young and engaging them with cool, new learning spaces featuring robots and 3D virtual reality computers. meghan.bogardu….

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The Role of EdTech in Bridging Talent Shortages

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The founder of Arizona Autism Charter Schools stated that students on the spectrum can learn in-demand tech skills through EdTech tools, like STEM Lego kits. She also points out that small group or one-on-one tele-lessons on tablets are effective in building crucial communication skills for students with autism.

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At the Top of Teachers’ Wish Lists? Tactile STEM Projects, Flexible Furniture and Books

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For starters, teachers are increasingly showing an interest in projects related to STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), a reflection of a national trend in education. They beat out computers and tablets, games and classroom supplies by a long shot. They’re more tactile, hands-on ways for students to learn computer science.”

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How to Interest the Next Generation of Great Minds to Work in STEM Fields

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I’ve had a lot of questions in the last few months about STEM (Science-Technology-Engineering-Math) in the classroom. STEM is the acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, and covers an immense range of subject areas. Labs Lost to Educational Rigidity. Expose Students to New Opportunities.

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K–12's Digital Transformation Is Giving Libraries a Modern Makeover

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MORE FROM EDTECH: Check out how libraries can use makerspaces to teach STEM! Libraries are an ideal spot for these STEM spaces , where students tinker, code, problem-solve and build. . With so many school districts going one-to-one with tablets or laptops , libraries are the new meeting space for tech-enabled teamwork.

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What U.S. Companies Should Know About Asia's Edtech Market

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After a summer of market research and competitor analysis, the company eventually signed off on a collaboration with a Chinese partner, TAL Education. company that has eyed Asia as the next big market. But their story is not a blueprint that will make sense for every company. ThinkCERCA is definitely not the first U.S.

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Thinkster Sought an Investment From an Adviser. Instead, It Bought His SAT Prep Company.

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The student may attempt to solve the equation through long division, perhaps drawing the numbers on a tablet computer with a finger. This is the basic premise of Thinkster Math, a New Jersey-based company that marries replay technology with a tutoring service. Valli plans to grow the company to about 60 people after the acquisition.

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