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Is this graphic novel STEM education’s secret sauce?

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Educators and STEM advocates are always searching for engaging ways to keep students interested in STEM–and a new graphic novel that uses computational thinking to teach students to code might be the next big thing. The lead protagonist is a girl, which Wendt said was a non-negotiable when creating the book.

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Preparing students for Industry 5.0: Rethinking STEM to shape the future workforce

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As we prepare the workforce of the future, it becomes clear that we must rethink our approach to STEM education. Hands-on STEM learning is key to this evolution. Connecting STEM to real-world applications Drones are among the most impactful ways to bring STEM education to life. Key points: Industry 5.0 Why drones?

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How we developed a personalized PBL model for STEM

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How can schools and districts prepare students for college and careers in STEM? Is it by asking them to passively read a textbook or listen to a teacher lecture? Or is it by challenging them to actively engage in projects that attempt to solve real-world problems? Student projects are vital to the STEM SOS model.

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3 takeaways from my STEM PD

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recently secured for STEM – High School Chemistry from the U.S. Office of Naval Research through the EBEC, which also includes six new lab stations, new textbooks, and new lab manuals. The following are my top three takeaways from the STEM PD. I was introduced to new teaching methods of teaching.

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The STEM Careers Coalition Celebrates Black Leaders in STEM with Dynamic Digital Careers Content and Exclusive Virtual Events

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The STEM Careers Coalition – the first-of-its-kind national STEM initiative powered by corporate leaders and anchored in schools by Discovery Education – invites educators, students, and communities to celebrate Black leaders in STEM year-round with the launch of dynamic careers content and a series of virtual educator events.

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All-New Science Techbook for Middle School and STEM Connect

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Discovery Education is supporting this initiative through its award-winning services, a host of new content designed to spark curiosity in teachers and students about the world around us, and events, community activities and more focused on promoting science education scheduled throughout Fall 2020.

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7 reasons to ditch recipe-style science labs

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Plus, it can leave students feeling disconnected from the scientific process, because they’re really just following instructions rather than actively exploring and discovering. Second graders did the Pampered Plant project, which is a STEAM-based activity where youngsters create a customizable plant monitoring system.

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