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The Case for Why Handwriting is Still an Essential Skill for Students

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Improved hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills, essential for cognitive development. Better reading fluency and comprehension skill Improved spelling, grammar, and composition , which are crucial for academic success and test performance. .”

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Researchers develop preschool STEM education curriculum

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In an effort to address the national need to guide more students to careers in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) researchers are developing curriculum which introduces STEM principles during the formative preschool years.

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From Play to Profession: Why Kids Should Discover Skilled Trades

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The Ask a Tech Teacher team has a good summary of why students should consider journeyman trades and vocational schools over college: From Play to Profession: Why Kids Should Discover Skilled Trades For years, the dominant message to young people has been that college is the only pathway to success.

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How early can we introduce STEM education?

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Key points: Researchers are developing a STEM curriculum intended for preschool students. Although research suggests that students as young as preschool age would benefit from STEM education, experts point to a gap between what the research says and how much STEM-focused curriculum actually exists in preschools.

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How school leaders can foster a culturally responsive framework

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Providing professional development on cultural competence Effective professional development on cultural competence is essential for equipping educators with the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to engage effectively with diverse learners.

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Elevating Math Education Through Problem-Based Learning

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Nothing excites you more than testing your skill, strength and resilience against some of the most extreme environments on the planet, and now you've decided to take on the greatest challenge of all: Everest, the tallest mountain in the world. You don't become a skilled mountain climber by just reading or watching others climb.

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Why It's Important to Teach Your Students Financial Literacy—and Three Ways to Do It

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Research shows that by the age of 12, students will develop an economic understanding that researchers describe as “essentially adult”. Reaching Students Digitally The need to improve financial skills and capacities is not unique to any one state or school district. They are looking for better outcomes.

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