Accessibility, Education and STEM

Stem Education in 2020

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 12, 2020

A growing focus of schools is STEM. Ask a Tech Teacher contributor, Brianna, has some general observations about STEM education in 2020: Stem Education in 2020. ” The world’s workforce lacked a lot of science specialists, that is why STEM education became more popular.

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EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Despite being one of the most in-demand sectors of the job market, STEM education is frequently subpar in districts serving minority students. As of 2018, students did not have access to Algebra II lessons in a quarter of high schools that primarily serve Black and Hispanic students, according to an article in Forbes.

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STEM vs. STEAM: The importance of the Arts

Neo LMS

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

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. After all, there is a variety of skills and mindsets an arts education provides students.

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EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

K12 educators hold the future in their hands. The NSBs 2023 Explorations in STEM PreK12 Education Final Report concluded that dramatically and quickly improving the STEM education trajectories at [the PreK12] level will have the largest long-term impact on the health and security of our nation.

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Martians in Your Classroom, STEM, and Making Makerspaces Accessible

The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 14, 2019

The question is if we’re equipping that child and the others to go behind them with the knowledge and intuitive exploration of making things work together for success through rich making and STEM spaces. Today we talk to Rachael Mann, author of The Martians in Your Classroom: STEM in Every Learning Space.

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Excellent Free STEM Strategies from TGR Foundation and Discovery

The CoolCatTeacher

JUNE 22, 2020

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter STEM can level up and it must begin to include underrepresented communities of women and minorities. This post is sponsored by TGR Foundation and Discovery Education. You’ll want to share this with your STEM colleagues. All opinions are my own.

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Rocket Mortgage Classic: Students Use Ed Tech to Further Their STEM Education

EdTech Magazine

JUNE 28, 2019

Rocket Mortgage Classic: Students Use Ed Tech to Further Their STEM Education. We believe that investing in STEM education is essential,” said Matt Troka , CDW’s senior vice president of product and partner management at the Friday event. “We However, he says there are plenty of educational applications as well. . “In

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Computer science education sees more investment, but access gaps linger

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The annual report comes from Code.org , the Computer Science Teachers Association , and the Expanding Computing Education Pathways Alliance and offers a comprehensive analysis of national progress in providing computer science education. We need every state to require a computer science graduation requirement.”

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Free STEM Resources from Discovery Education and Partners Support National STEM Day 2024

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Charlotte, NC — For observances of National STEM Day 2024, global edtech leader Discovery Education and select partners offer a curated collection of free resources to engage students in STEM education. Since 2019, the STEM Careers Coalition has reached over 10.7 million students, including 2.97

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12 lesser-known K-12 STEM education resources

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Introducing STEM education at an early age fosters curiosity and the ability to tackle real-world challenges. But it can be tough to sustain students’ interest in STEM concepts, particularly as students grow older and as STEM topics become more challenging.

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2 Student STEM Challenges Open Now

The CoolCatTeacher

JANUARY 26, 2020

Discovery Education has two student challenges happening now. I’ll also give an overview of the CITGO Fueling Education Student Challenge for grades 5-8, also for students in the United States. I’ll also give an overview of the CITGO Fueling Education Student Challenge for grades 5-8, also for students in the United States.

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How STEM is preparing students for future careers

Neo LMS

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

There are few areas of our lives in which science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) don’t play a key role. As this continues, it is important to introduce children to STEM concepts from an early age. Let’s take a closer look at how STEM in schools sets children up for their future careers.

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Helping science-averse teachers integrate STEM and literacy

eSchool News

DECEMBER 19, 2024

This understanding has deepened through my collaboration with Kathy Renfrew, whose journey from a self-proclaimed science-phobic classroom teacher to renowned STEM educator and leader illustrates the transformation that happens when educators break down traditional subject-area barriers and create truly interdisciplinary units.

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How to Promote Authentic STEM Learning for Families

Digital Promise

MAY 21, 2020

Schools want to support families around science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects because these domains are engaging and capitalize on how kids naturally want to learn. But many families feel unprepared to support STEM learning. What does authentic STEM learning at home look like?

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How hands-on learning deepens STEM engagement

eSchool News

APRIL 8, 2025

Key points: Probeware is key in helping students make sense of scientific concepts 5 powerful ways to link STEM lessons to real-world applications Rural areas are poised for unique STEM education, but need more resources For more news on STEM learning, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub STEM careers are on the rise.

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Free STEM Curriculum Distance Learning Resources

Teacher Reboot Camp

MAY 25, 2020

Learn how to use the amazing Immersive Reader that makes learning accessible to all. 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.

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School STEM Labs Inspire Students, Power Innovation

EdTech Magazine

APRIL 2, 2018

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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Rural areas are poised for unique STEM education, but need more resources

eSchool News

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

The report takes stock of existing federal programs and provides recommendations for federal, state, and local action to improve STEM education and workforce development in rural areas. and many federal and state agencies are working to improve access and adoption.

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Q&A: Justina Nixon-Saintil on How Investment Can Improve Equity in STEM Education

EdTech Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2018

Q&A: Justina Nixon-Saintil on How Investment Can Improve Equity in STEM Education. By 2019, Verizon expects to have 150 schools participating in the Verizon Innovative Learning program , the company’s initiative to improve STEM education, according to a recent announcement. . eli.zimmerman_9856.

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How Tech Can Help Students with Disabilities Thrive in STEM Education

EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 5, 2017

By Calvin Hennick Tools give students with special needs the same access to science and math activities as other schoolchildren.

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TinkRworks to Engage Students in STEAM Project-Based Learning

EdNews Daily

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

As educators work to increase access and opportunities in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM), a growing number of schools and districts are turning to TinkRworks. Isaac Jogues Parish Catholic School in Hinsdale, Illinois.

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5 approaches that engage middle school students in STEM learning

eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Here are five strategies teachers can take to make STEM come alive in their classrooms. Incorporate hands-on activities and experiments Hands-on activities let students engage directly with STEM concepts, making learning tangible and memorable.

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The Impact of Inclusive STEM Education

Edsurge

MAY 15, 2024

STEM identity can last a lifetime and help students thrive in school, future careers and life. Inclusive STEM programs widen job opportunities for the growing technology sector, support students in building digital literacy skills and empower young people to become creators — not just consumers — of technology.

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Breaking Down Barriers: How to Make Math Accessible for All Students

The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 1, 2023

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Dr. Lydia Gonzalez, author of “Bad at Math: Dismantling Harmful Beliefs That Hinder Equitable Mathematics Education,” talks about the societal norms that make it acceptable to be “bad at math” and how these beliefs can be detrimental to learning.

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3 tips to authentically engage students in real-world STEM learning

eSchool News

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Despite not having access to a dedicated lab space, it was important my students had the opportunity to engage in hands-on, tech-enabled, and real-world learning. In my experience, this level of STEM engagement is really hard to achieve with just textbooks and practice problems alone. Start simple.

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How to Mix STEM Education and Creativity in the Classroom

Waterford

JUNE 29, 2021

Lately, the three Rs of school have been eclipsed by a focus on STEM education , or Science , Technology , Engineering , and Math. Read on for a look at why creativity is important and suggestions on how to mix STEM activities and creativity in the classroom. Why Is Creativity Important for Children in STEM?

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Is the Traditional Classroom Becoming Obsolete?

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Something broke in American education these past years. 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. This shift raises critical questions about the future of education: How will teachers adapt their roles?

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What’s the state of STEM?

eSchool News

MARCH 12, 2025

Samsung Solve for Tomorrows second The State of STEM Education survey, conducted in partnership with DonorsChoose , polled1,039 U.S. Samsung Solve for Tomorrows second The State of STEM Education survey, conducted in partnership with DonorsChoose , polled1,039 U.S. public middle and high school teachers.

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How to Teach Kids to Code: Strategies for Every Stage of Learning

The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 4, 2024

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Today, we’re exploring one of the most exciting and relevant topics in education— teaching kids to code. Felinne Hermans : Discover the Hedy programming language, a free tool accessible in 50 languages.

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Ward’s Science–So Many STEM Resources

Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

Basically, it’s because there aren’t enough education opportunities that require that sort of skill and those there are, usually rhyme with ‘math’ or ‘science’ which to many kids are “just too complicated” Enter STEM–Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. “I

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Introducing the Makeblock mBot2: A Fun and Educational AI Robot for Coding

Ask a Tech Teacher

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Introducing the Makeblock mBot2: A Fun and Educational AI Robot for Coding The Makeblock mBot2 is a delightful and educational AI robot designed to captivate the interest of children aged 8-12 in the fields of STEM. designed specifically for robotics, STEM, and coding education. for the basic kit and $240.99

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Equitable access to AI in classrooms is a problem–the solution is professional learning

eSchool News

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Most parents know AI will be crucial to their children’s future For more on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub Generative AI is transforming the nature of work in many fields. AI has the power to revolutionize education. Here are three recommendations for school systems to promote equitable access to AI.

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6 ways to make math more accessible for multilingual learners

eSchool News

APRIL 4, 2025

Key points: All students are math language learners, regardless of their home language Fostering metacognition and AI integration for ELLs How to support multilingual learners in STEM For more news on language learners, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Math isnt just about numbers. Sentence stems (a.k.a. Here are a few: 1.

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The Siri and Alexa Test

A Principal's Reflections

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

I share the personal story above as access to artificial intelligence in the form of Siri and Alexa has impacts on the education space. Whereas in the past, knowledge could be readily accessed from encyclopedias and books, this took time. The Internet drastically changed this process by ushering us all into the Information Age.

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Reaching peak engagement in K-12 science education

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? How can educators reach students who struggle to engage with science?

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Teaching Kids with “Paper Packets” due to Coronavirus closures with Dee Ross Kalman

The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 12, 2020

Editor’s Note Why such an affluent country as the United States cannot ensure that every child have internet access astounds me. I’m not sure how anyone thinks that paper is equitable for all of these kids and less access to teachers is OK. If you don’t have Google Docs, just use this PDF.

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How to Compress PDFs for Efficient Classroom Resource Sharing

EdTech4Beginners

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Effective file management is pivotal for educators and pupils in digital learning environments. Due to their cross-compatibility and professional appearance, PDF files have emerged as a preferred format for lesson plans, handouts, and other educational materials. Herein lies the significance of compression techniques.

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Bringing Better STEM Education to the Rural South

Edsurge

APRIL 19, 2024

Now the STEM curriculum is poised to enter high school classrooms in the rural South. Department of Education and will last five years. Other challenges seem to have set back STEM education, too. Many rural students have also struggled to access high-quality STEM education because of a lack of resources.

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AI-enhanced tutoring: Bridging the achievement gap in American education

eSchool News

DECEMBER 9, 2024

While more research is needed to evaluate the scalability and efficacy of these tools, they offer a promising avenue for addressing the challenges faced by students in STEM education, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Virtual HDT has made great strides in addressing some of these challenges.

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Ahead of Schedule: STEM Careers Coalition Reaches Over 10.7 Million Students

eSchool News

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Charlotte, NC — The STEM Careers Coalition – an alliance of industries and non-profit organizations partnering with Discovery Education to create equitable access to free STEM content and career connections – today announced it has surpassed the goal of reaching 10 million students by the end of 2025 ahead of schedule.

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Learning and growing as educators

Neo LMS

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Finding time to engage in professional learning can present a challenge for educators. So how can educators engage in professional learning and find time to connect with other educators, when schedules and responsibilities make finding extra time difficult? How I have found time to connect and grow as an educator.

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ISTE 2019: 10 Keys to the Future of STEAM Education

EdTech Magazine

JUNE 27, 2019

ISTE 2019: 10 Keys to the Future of STEAM Education. What’s next in STEAM education? During her “ STEAM to the Future: What’s Next in STEAM, Design and Making ” presentation, Martinez first provided context for the evolution in learning, explaining that as recently as 50 years ago, computer technology was not accessible to the masses.

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Companies Invest in Preparing K–12 Students as Older Sectors Become Tech Integrated

EdTech Magazine

SEPTEMBER 10, 2018

Technology giants are working to bolster K–12 education in middle America , specifically targeting subjects that will help young students learn the skills they’ll need as traditional jobs like agriculture and manufacturing evolve with the rise of emerging technology. education system. eli.zimmerman_9856. Mon, 09/10/2018 - 13:50.

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How to Select a Complete Digital Education Solution Provider

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. Finding the right digital solutions provider is a major investment. Firstly, the ease of transition.

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Stem Education in 2020

Bringing STEM to Students with Mobile Technology

Trending Sources

STEM vs. STEAM: The importance of the Arts

EdTech IT Influencers Share How They Bring STEM-Thinking Into the Classroom

Martians in Your Classroom, STEM, and Making Makerspaces Accessible

Excellent Free STEM Strategies from TGR Foundation and Discovery

Rocket Mortgage Classic: Students Use Ed Tech to Further Their STEM Education

Computer science education sees more investment, but access gaps linger

Free STEM Resources from Discovery Education and Partners Support National STEM Day 2024

12 lesser-known K-12 STEM education resources

2 Student STEM Challenges Open Now

How STEM is preparing students for future careers

Helping science-averse teachers integrate STEM and literacy

How to Promote Authentic STEM Learning for Families

How hands-on learning deepens STEM engagement

Free STEM Curriculum Distance Learning Resources

School STEM Labs Inspire Students, Power Innovation

Rural areas are poised for unique STEM education, but need more resources

Q&A: Justina Nixon-Saintil on How Investment Can Improve Equity in STEM Education

How Tech Can Help Students with Disabilities Thrive in STEM Education

TinkRworks to Engage Students in STEAM Project-Based Learning

5 approaches that engage middle school students in STEM learning

The Impact of Inclusive STEM Education

Breaking Down Barriers: How to Make Math Accessible for All Students

3 tips to authentically engage students in real-world STEM learning

How to Mix STEM Education and Creativity in the Classroom

Is the Traditional Classroom Becoming Obsolete?

What’s the state of STEM?

How to Teach Kids to Code: Strategies for Every Stage of Learning

Ward’s Science–So Many STEM Resources

Introducing the Makeblock mBot2: A Fun and Educational AI Robot for Coding

Equitable access to AI in classrooms is a problem–the solution is professional learning

6 ways to make math more accessible for multilingual learners

The Siri and Alexa Test

Reaching peak engagement in K-12 science education

Teaching Kids with “Paper Packets” due to Coronavirus closures with Dee Ross Kalman

How to Compress PDFs for Efficient Classroom Resource Sharing

Bringing Better STEM Education to the Rural South

AI-enhanced tutoring: Bridging the achievement gap in American education

Ahead of Schedule: STEM Careers Coalition Reaches Over 10.7 Million Students

Learning and growing as educators

ISTE 2019: 10 Keys to the Future of STEAM Education

Companies Invest in Preparing K–12 Students as Older Sectors Become Tech Integrated

How to Select a Complete Digital Education Solution Provider

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