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3 ways to build engagement in STEM classrooms

eSchool News

The same is true—and arguably more important—for students who are less interested in science and STEM fields. Engagement, after all, is a critical contributing factor to students pursuing a STEM pathway in college and in the workforce. Student engagement is critical regardless of what subject is being taught.

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How Leveraging Curiosity May Keep Students Engaged From Afar

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And, just like other educators, she’s been working hard to keep kids in the program engaged and safe from afar. Bongiorno spoke with us about her experience with FIRST , STEM education and navigating remote instruction—as both an educator and parent—during the COVID-19 pandemic. Bongiorno: The first is engagement. STEM Anywhere.

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5 Ways to Prepare Every Student for the STEM Economy

Edsurge

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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5 educators share insights into teaching and learning

eSchool News

Inspiring district leaders, classroom teachers, and school staff have found unique and innovative ways to engage students in learning, motivating students to see beyond classroom walls and truly immerse themselves in learning. Elementary-level STEM education fosters our future innovators.

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Grit, Tenacity, Inclusion — Robotics Programs Teach Much More Than STEM Concepts

Edsurge

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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How Do We Get More Girls Into STEM? Build Confidence (and Robots)

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With careers of the future heavily concentrated in STEM fields, it’s unacceptable for women to be left out of the space. Not only do employers need to have the largest possible pool of qualified STEM workers to succeed, business outcomes improve with a diverse workforce. We need more female STEM mentors and role models!

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Meet NEO at FETC 2022!

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The event will also feature over 400 speaking sessions organized into Themed Theaters , such as Technology Discovery, STEM, and eSports. Some event highlights include the Expo Hall, with more than 400 vendors eager to offer demos of their innovative solutions. Meet NEO at FETC 2022! Date: Thursday, January 27, 2022.

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