Educational Technology Guy

JULY 18, 2019

The Future of STEM Education: 5 Innovative Ideas About to Break Through by Kate Began With our world becoming increasingly technology-driven, there is growing demand for workers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. STEM education will only become more important moving forward.

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ViewSonic Education

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Finding the correct digital education and EdTech solution provider can be challenging, but choosing the best fit for you will save you time and money, and help you avoid frustration. Digital Education Service Provider Checklist. Aim to keep students engaged. Confirm that internet connectivity is ensured.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Key points: Students must feel connected to the learning material to engage in science Helping science-averse teachers integrate STEM and literacy Want to improve STEM education? But are today’s students truly engaging with science education?

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Neo LMS

DECEMBER 7, 2021

The Hour of Code takes place annually during Computer Science Education Week. The purpose of participating in Hour of Code is to show that anyone can code and highlight how vital computer science knowledge is for today’s students. Read more: Getting started with STEM in your classroom! It has been reported that there will be 3.5

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Something broke in American education these past years. Too many students don’t reach grade-level metrics and no one can agree on the cause. You might argue that the traditional classroom still plays an essential role in education, but the rapid growth of online and hybrid models suggests otherwise. A study from the U.S.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 26, 2021

Faith Bongiorno began her teaching career as an “art-on-the-cart” educator. Being one educator that engages 30 kids online effectively is a challenge. And, just like other educators, she’s been working hard to keep kids in the program engaged and safe from afar. Bongiorno: The first is engagement.

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ViewSonic Education

JULY 21, 2024

Learning loss refers to the decline in knowledge and academic skills that students experience when they are not engaged in educational activities for an extended period. Providing a list of safe, easy-to-follow experiments can help students explore scientific concepts in a fun and interactive way.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

Student engagement is changing, driven by digital natives looking to combine organic social interaction with science, technology, engineering and math discovery. MORE FROM EDTECH: See how education robotics companies are invigorating K–12 learning. Stand-and-deliver discourse won’t do it for Gen Z students.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 6, 2025

At the same time, the percentage of students who say they read for pleasure is declining : Fewer than half of all children ages 8-18 (43 percent) say they enjoy reading in their spare time, down from 58 percent in 2016. Educators need creative and authentic ways to engage students in reading without it seeming forced or gimmicky.

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EdTech Magazine

AUGUST 6, 2019

Today's CTE Investments Help Boost Students' Success. In modern schools, vocational instruction — now career and technical education, or CTE — often takes students beyond the oil-stained floor beneath an automotive hoist or a shower of sparks in a welding lab. The nonprofit Project Lead the Way develops STEM curricula.

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Educational Technology Guy

APRIL 24, 2020

To keep students engaged in STEM learning during school closures, Vernier Software & Technology is offering a robust collection of free remote learning solutions for teachers and students. RESOURCES: More resources from Vernier More STEM Resources. This post originally appeared on Educational Technology Guy.

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Waterford

JUNE 11, 2020

The COVID-19 crisis is changing the educational landscape, often in unpredictable ways. It’s tough to know exactly what the upcoming school year will look like, but by keeping up on current trends in the educational sphere, you can return to school next year informed, whether you’re in a classroom or teaching at a distance.

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edWeb.net

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Watch the Recording Listen to the Podcast If we want students to succeed in college and the workforce, they need to be familiar with STEM and CTE, but that’s easier said than done. As important as building sustainable STEM programs is, it can also be very difficult.

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Edsurge

JANUARY 21, 2020

High quality STEM learning and engagement opportunities can be life changing for young people in disenfranchised communities who otherwise might not have a direct pathway to the fast-growing STEM economy. Students engaged in STEM programs are prepared for success in the classroom and the workforce.

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Neo LMS

JANUARY 28, 2021

However, I have found that by using some of the Augmented and Virtual Reality tools, we can provide engaging learning experiences for our students. Student engagement is one area that I have continued to work on over the past few years, especially in our virtual learning environment. CoSpaces EDU. Figment AR.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 14, 2024

“Shadow Town,” a module in the K-8 curriculum Twig Science , is an example of phenomena-based learning in action, an approach that taps into students' natural curiosity to make sense of the world around them. Multimedia resources in Twig Science bring phenomena to life that students might not otherwise have access to.

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ViewSonic Education

JANUARY 17, 2019

There are many things to consider when deciding which digital education solution will best suit your needs, but having a clear idea of the purpose and functionality of these edtech resources will help make these purchasing decisions easier. Keep students engaged. Keep students engaged. Encourage collaboration.

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The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 15, 2024

Our guest, Danielle Johnson, Executive Director of the Texas Scholastic Esports Federation, shares how esports is not just about gaming but about boosting student engagement, improving academic performance, and building a more inclusive school community. Esports are rapidly growing in schools across the country.

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eSchool News

JUNE 16, 2025

Fortunately, a wide range of high-quality digital tools can help K-12 learners stay curious and build STEM skills throughout the summer months. Here are five online learning resources to support summer STEM learning: 1. STEMScopes also offers printable guides and bilingual resources, expanding accessibility for more learners.

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Digital Promise

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

How can schools address the lack of diversity in computing education and related careers? One path is to make computational thinking (CT) learning opportunities more readily available to students, especially in the early grades. A Design Framework for Integrated CT and STEM. Designing the Water Runoff Challenge Curriculum .

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 11, 2020

She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Morningside College and a Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from the University of South Dakota. She is also a former teacher and principal, leading one of the first elementary STEM schools in the state of Iowa. She received her M.Ed.

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EdTech Magazine

JUNE 10, 2019

Once a novelty in many classrooms and makerspaces, 3D printers are again flourishing as valuable classroom tools thanks to advanced technology , lower costs and more products and services geared toward K–12 education. . Both manufacturers and educators are leveraging the benefits of 3D printers in education.

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Edsurge

JUNE 10, 2024

At the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) , one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States, we constantly plan new educational programs, prioritizing equitable access and ensuring students graduate prepared for success in college, career and life.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 24, 2021

Not surprisingly, many of this year’s Top 10 focused on student engagement and online or hybrid learning strategies related to pandemic teaching. This year’s 6th most-read story focuses on how virtual field trips can engage even the most reluctant STEM learners. Is it possible to be creative in a STEM career?

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Digital Promise

MAY 4, 2021

I conducted empathy interviews to gain a deeper understanding of the structural inequities from the perspective of teachers and students closest to the challenge. I learned that it was deeper than simply understanding content: Students had not developed the mindsets or foundational skills necessary to tackle complex problems in STEM.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Engaging students in discourse through an inquiry-based approach is a process. Over a semester, as you continue to do this, you will start to see more and more students engaging and wanting to share. Math games are particularly well-suited to data-driven education.

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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. Students collaborate during FIRST? They ask, “Who is this kid?"

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Edsurge

JUNE 8, 2022

“What we are hearing is students are personally overwhelmed, emotionally overwhelmed—and facing financial hardship, technology issues and difficulties with child care that are preventing them from logging on,” says Tim Renick, founding executive director of the National Institute for Student Success at Georgia State University.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Even as they will be required to program machines, they will still have to collaborate, problem solve, and engage in all the very human soft skills. That’s why at Jacksonville Independent School District we like to combine social-emotional learning with coding education.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Welcome to the second of two articles as I relate the importance of making sure STEM is considered a verb. There are a lot of definitions in regards to STEM education usually in regards to the nouns including Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. I have some great posts coming your way involving PBL and STEM.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Part of the December 2020 STEM Resources Digital Calendar ! If you are a teacher who uses Google Classroom then you know how easy it is to assign a template of a Slide, Spreadsheet, Doc or Drawing for students to complete. You can easily force a copy to students with a simple link. Even if you don’t use Google Classroom.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 13, 2020

Curriculum Associates is offering printable activity packs and guidance for educators and student families to support learning at home. Aperture Education is offering a collection of free resources to support SEL. Video labs, along with accompanying teacher and student guides, covering key science topics.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Montclair State University Professional Resources in Science and Mathematics (PRISM) was working with the New Jersey Department of Education to research computer science education and professional development of K-12 teachers focusing on the emerging computer science standards.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Exposure gaps are particularly prevalent in STEM education and are more pronounced for underrepresented groups like girls and minorities. Women play a crucial role in filling high-paying, in-demand STEM careers, but they account for just 34 percent of the STEM workforce , according to 2024 Female Students and STEM Report.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 31, 2025

The past few years have been characterized by fresh and innovative solutions for learning, as well as transformative, technology-forward approaches to education. Each year, we like to look ahead and anticipate the biggest upcoming education trends. Here are five of the biggest education trends for 2025: 1.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 30, 2019

college-educated workforce today but hold only a quarter of the science and engineering jobs. With careers of the future heavily concentrated in STEM fields, it’s unacceptable for women to be left out of the space. With careers of the future heavily concentrated in STEM fields, it’s unacceptable for women to be left out of the space.

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Teacher Reboot Camp

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Part of the December 2019 STEM Resources Digital Calendar ! One way to motivate students to continue using the knowledge acquired in our classes is to set up a virtual learning community. Seesaw is the student engagement platform and digital portfolio tool I use with my elementary students.

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