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7 innovative 3D printers for the classroom

eSchool News

In fact, from 2011 to 2015, government business intelligence company Onvia awarded $1,809,298 in 3D printer and supply contracts to 44 primary, secondary and higher education institutions and school districts across the United States. Featured on eSchool News Resource STEM Top News 3D printers construction engineering maker movement'

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Drones in the Classroom: Teaching Writing and Collaboration with Drones

The CoolCatTeacher

After graduation, I pursued and obtained my Masters in Secondary English Education. From there, I moved to the secondary world and bounced from Alabama, to Tennessee, to Virginia and finally settled in Bellevue, Nebraska, where I teach 8th grade English.

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Literature Performance Odyssey with Drama and Student Leadership

The CoolCatTeacher

My secondary ELA classroom in King George, Virginia is more laboratory than lecture hall, and my passion is helping teachers and students progress with excellence and purpose. Contact us about the show: [link]. Transcribed by Kymberli Mulford kymberlimulford@gmail.com. Bio as submitted.

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Teaching isn’t Rocket Science – It’s Way More Complex

The CoolCatTeacher

After teaching chemistry, physics, and computer science, I became an administrator for the next 30 years with experience at the secondary, central office, and elementary levels. Bio as submitted. I have been an educator since 1970.

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Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Applications Open Now #steam

The CoolCatTeacher

Secondary School for Journalism *. Created an app that helps youth get support anonymously when bullied in school. Holland Charter School. Paterson, N.J. Created a safety app to track students’ route and call for help if needed when walking to school in high-crime areas. Brooklyn, N.Y.

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Curious about classroom Makerspaces? Here’s how to get started.

The Cornerstone for Teachers

I wanted to get answers to these questions from teachers who have extensive Makerspace experience, and not just at the secondary level. The Maker Movement has inspired lots of reference books to help justify the concept, design a space, and plan activities. And how do you keep the Makerspace from turning into a chaotic mess?

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3 ways innovative schools advance maker learning for all

eSchool News

Additionally, through its Summer Innovation Camps, the district will provide its 2,500 students with the opportunity to engage in maker learning. The Iowa City Community School District will open makerspaces in each of its six secondary attendance centers. Nurture valuable partnerships. Iowa City Community School District.