k12 Digest

MAY 19, 2025

Mind, brain and education science combines knowledge in the fields of cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and education to inform methods of teaching and explore the impact of those strategies on learning, helping to transform the field of education. work with a partner to light a bulb using the materials provided for you).

Science

eSchool News

JUNE 11, 2025

That early access to knowledge helped shape who I am today, and I carry that legacy into my work leading library services and digital learning for more than 30,500 students in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Equity, access, and the power of informational text Irving ISD is a proudly diverse district.

Languages

eSchool News

JUNE 16, 2025

These platforms are designed to be interactive, accessible, and aligned with educational standards, offering students the opportunity to explore STEM topics at their own pace–and often, while having fun. These “snacks” are short, creative experiments that use easily accessible materials to teach key scientific principles.

STEM

eSchool News

JUNE 23, 2025

This loss is particularly pronounced among students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, who may have limited access to educational resources and enrichment activities during the break. These can include visits to museums, science centers, and historical sites, which provide opportunities for experiential learning and critical thinking.

Learning

k12 Digest

JULY 1, 2025

Steven Sgourdos has a passion for fostering intellectual curiosity and critical thinking in his students. Since 2009, he has taught History, English, and Theology in the United States, and has since expanded his expertise to the Social Sciences, Humanities, and Business studies in China. It’s contagious. Darling-Hammond, L.,

Learning

k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

Only when I’m clear on the objective—whether it’s collaboration, reflection, critical thinking, or empathy—do I select the technology that best supports that goal. Additionally, I emphasize context-sensitive pedagogy, particularly for rural and underserved areas where access and background vary significantly.

Interdisciplinary

Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2025

It showcased communication, collaboration, creativity and critical thinking — the 4Cs in action. Phase 2 Semi-Finals: District champions tackled the challenge of restoring the Everglades ecosystem, applying science and teamwork in a digital environment. Leverage accessible tools. For the students, it was more than a game.

STEM

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

“Meet the Magnets” Virtual Field Trip (Grades K-5) Hosted by Sesame Workshop and the National Science Foundation (NSF), this interactive experience takes young learners to NSFs Magnetic Field Laboratory, igniting their curiosity about the everyday applications of magnet science in our lives.

Laboratory

Organized Classroom

JUNE 4, 2025

Science is not confined to laboratories or academic institutions; it can be explored right in the comfort of your home. Another accessible experiment involves growing crystals using sugar or salt. Engaging in simple experiments allows individuals of all ages to experience the thrill of discovery and the joy of learning. See it HERE.

Science

Edsurge

JUNE 11, 2025

As AI rapidly reshapes software development, computer science (CS) education must move beyond syntax drills and algorithmic repetition. Coding alone isn’t enough; students must also learn to think systemically, design creatively and build with intention. Creative coding unlocks all of these possibilities.

Ethics

Edsurge

JUNE 13, 2025

Odgers, a professor of psychological science and informatics at UC Irvine, launched a national survey to investigate the use of AI among teens, parents and educators. I think a lot of the teachers and parents don’t know, either.” At UC Irvine, for example, one faculty member assigns oral exams to computer science students.

Essay

Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 22, 2025

You become their biggest advocate as they grow in subjects like math, science, and English. Design exploratory science activities 5. Introduce core subjects, like math, English, science, and social studies, through play, creativity, and real-world experiences. And don’t forget: Science is everywhere. Table of Contents 1.

Curriculum

Faculty Focus

MAY 11, 2025

I admit that I did not have the most thoughtful or eloquent answer as I discussed trying to keep up with advances, to recognize the utility of AI, but also to continue to foster critical thinking skills in my students. He said that students have had access to the information we teach prior to AI. Saucier, Ph.D.

Instructors

k12 Digest

JUNE 23, 2025

Only when I’m clear on the objective—whether it’s collaboration, reflection, critical thinking, or empathy—do I select the technology that best supports that goal. Additionally, I emphasize context-sensitive pedagogy, particularly for rural and underserved areas where access and background vary significantly.

Interdisciplinary

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Moreover, issues like digital dividewhere not all students have equal access to technologyraise concerns about equity in education. Ultimately, while online learning’s popularity is undeniable , it’s essential to analyze its limitations and implications critically.

Hybrid Learning

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

What makes this continuum so effective is how it blends critical thinking with character education. And that science isnt just experimentsits about impact. Critical thinking isnt something we teach once, says Ms. Think art meets science. Theyre not just prepared for universitytheyre prepared for life.

Schools

Faculty Focus

APRIL 22, 2025

In this context, AI serves as a companion that guides students in their tasks, enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. One student posited that AI could extend and enrich student learning by assisting in generating ideas, discussion points, and encouraging critical thinking. References Anthology.

Ethics

Teachers Pay Teachers

MAY 21, 2025

Plan hands-on science experiments for kids that bring learning to life. These hands-on science experiments for preschoolers are full of excitement! These playful science experiments spark curiosity about plant growth, motion, sound vibrations, and absorption. As the colorful water spreads, their hidden message appears!

Elementary School

Teach Thought

JULY 11, 2025

It arrests emotion and spontaneity in pursuit of planning and precision, a logical trade in the eyes of science. Use Diverse & Unpredictable Content Diverse content is likely the most accessible pathway to at least a modicum of curiosity from learners. New projects, new games, new novels, new poets, new things to think about.

Learning

Teaching with a Mountain View

JULY 10, 2025

We tag-teamed – every morning, I taught all the math, reading, and writing, and in the afternoon he would teach science and social studies. Keep Supplies Accessible Also, take time to gather essentials– notebooks, pencils, a whiteboard, art supplies, etc. On nice days, take your space outside!

Teachers

Teach Hub

JULY 18, 2025

Having fluency with these facts and terms allows a child’s brain to free up space so they can access higher-order thinking. Science and social studies depend on accurately recalling key terms, dates, and processes before deeper connections can be made. This is where rote learning comes into play.

Learning

Teaching with a Mountain View

JULY 3, 2025

Enter your email address to gain access to Lesson Plans, Free Task Cards, and Minute To Win It Game. Keep all tasks accessible and engaging – think of tasks with a low floor and high ceiling here or consider some critical thinking tasks! You can access the task cards for free as well. I NEED ThESE!

Teaching

eSchool News

JULY 23, 2025

Drawing on the BBC’s legacy of world-class journalism and storytelling, the Learning Hub features dynamic, ready-to-use multimedia resources covering a wide range of subjects, including content from BBC’s award-winning Science and Natural History Unit. Educators and families in the U.S.

Teachers

k12 Digest

MAY 28, 2025

At the heart of AEFs teaching methods is the belief that learning should be engaging and accessible. AEFs educators come from diverse academic backgrounds, including Education, Special Education, Psychology, and Behavioral Science. Small class sizes ensure that every student receives the individual attention they need.

Skills

eSchool News

MAY 2, 2025

It demands fostering critical thinking, collaboration, communication skills, and, perhaps most importantly, confidence– characteristics many employers say are lacking among todays graduates. At Eastern Hancock, this preparation begins by creating opportunities for students to connect their learning to real-world applications.

Education

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

While digital literacy is about accessing and sharing information through digital tools, data literacy is about making sense of the information those tools produce and using it wisely. In science , students can design simple investigations, collect data, and consider variability and bias in their experiments.

Ethics

eSchool News

APRIL 23, 2025

The absence of computers can be an opportunity to focus on the logic and thinking that underpins programming, allowing students to engage in activities that foster critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity. This type of activity not only introduces programming logic but also encourages creativity and critical thinking.

Teaching

eSchool News

MAY 25, 2017

To give students anytime, anywhere access to literature and text at their level and cycle them through a learning process, we use ThinkCERCA. It allows us to reach students with high-level thinking and reasoning, regardless of their reading level.

Technology

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.”

Science

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?

Science

eSchool News

MARCH 4, 2021

New resources from the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) are intended to help K-12 educators, including parents homeschooling their children, plan their science lessons. NSTA plans to feature a new NSTA Daily Do Playlist each week at www.nsta.org.

Critical Thinking

eSchool News

MAY 30, 2024

Key points: Probeware helps connect students to in-depth learning opportunities Black students need more STEM career exposure 5 helpful hacks for managing a STEM classroom For more news on science learning, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub Are you looking for effective ways to integrate three-dimensional learning into your science classroom?

Science

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.

STEM

Edsurge

JUNE 17, 2021

Students also experience the same frustrations, whether they’re conducting research in a science classroom or looking for the perfect picture for the book trailer they are making in English language arts. It is important to model how you skim or read a page on the internet to gather information and record what you’ve found.

Critical Thinking

eSchool News

MAY 26, 2022

SILVER SPRING, MD (Thursday, May 26, 2022) —The Aim Academy of Science and Technology in Minneapolis, MN, today announced it has selected Discovery Education — the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place— to support science and social studies instruction in all grades.

Social Studies

Edsurge

MAY 21, 2019

While it got its start as a way to help computer scientists think more logically about data analysis, lately it’s been catching on with instructors in a diverse number of subjects—from science to math to social studies. There’s sort of an efficiency there in encouraging this sort of critical thinking across disciplines,” Oltman says.

Critical Thinking

eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Concerns about academic dishonesty, loss of critical thinking skills, and inappropriate content creation have sparked discussions about banning AI tools like ChatGPT, Grammarly, and others. AI replaces critical thinking Some worry that AI will lead to intellectual laziness. Rethinking AI as a tool for empowerment 1.

Ethics