eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Here are five strategies teachers can take to make STEM come alive in their classrooms. Teachers can lead activities that allow students to see concepts in action, including simple experiments with household materials to demonstrate principles like gravity, friction, or chemical reactions.

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eSchool News

MARCH 21, 2025

Creating a foundation to build upon Engaging in academic discussions and navigating through academic content is essential for fostering a critical thinking mentality among students. Without a comprehensive foundation, students struggle to elevate their thinking to more sophisticated levels. Strategies for implementation 1.Start

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Training for teachers – The specific teachers mentioned in OpenAI’s guidance should be applauded for embracing emerging tech, but there needs to be greater resources for teachers just trying to keep up with AI. Instead, a gradual introduction with teacher guidance is recommended.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 16, 2025

Here’s what they had to say: In 2025 and beyond, providing high-quality professional learning will be essential in retaining teachers, as well as helping to ensure they feel fulfilled in their work. A key aspect of this transformation will be an increased use of digital tools and platforms such as Kognity in the science classroom.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Even if a student doesn’t select a career in STEM, the soft skills they will learn at a STEM-focused school (critical thinking, teamwork, problem-solving and more) will serve them well in whatever they choose to do in life. The department also noted that STEM jobs often pay substantially more than jobs in other fields.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Critical Thinking Development in Middle School Education Fostеring critical thinking skills in middlе school еducation is paramount to equipping studеnts with thе intеllеctual tools necessary for succеss. Sеvеral kеy componеnts constitutе critical thinking.

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eSchool News

MAY 12, 2021

Students take an interdisciplinary approach – applying data collection, math, concepts in physics and understanding in robotics and code – to solve challenges. Many of the activities require student collaboration which is a critical skill for college and workforce readiness.

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eSchool News

JULY 28, 2021

Any teacher, even those without computer science expertise, can use CoderZ’s proven approach, which uses virtual robots to bring instruction to life. Each CoderZ course develops interdisciplinary skills like problem-solving, collaboration, and grit as well as core knowledge in physics, geometry, literacy, and algebra.

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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.

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eSchool News

MARCH 31, 2017

Engaging young children in STEM is critical for creating a lifelong love of learning and for developing critical thinking skills which will serve them well across all academic disciplines and prepare them for the 21st Century workforce. Researchers should Partner with Teachers, DARPA.

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Edsurge

MAY 15, 2024

STEM education is not just about science and math; it develops skills such as creativity, communication, empathy and critical thinking that complement technologies like generative AI and coding. Preparing future global innovators takes a district-wide team of facilitators, classroom teachers and school administrators.

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eSchool News

JULY 28, 2020

POSS students will take an interdisciplinary approach to exploring COVID-19 and will benefit from conducting independent studies while building teamwork and leadership skills. An international online program, POSS brings teenagers together from around the world to examine a shared challenge through a scientific lens.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

DECEMBER 9, 2024

A school-based makerspace is a hands-on, creative environment where students can explore STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) and other interdisciplinary subjects. These spaces empower students to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative skills while working on real-world projects.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

We spoke with ninth-grade History Teacher Nick Pant, from Dayton Regional STEM School, about successfully implementing Unreal Engine in the classroom. I am a social studies teacher who got introduced to game design as a result of trying to motivate students to study history. I am by no means a game designer.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

My students are teachers, principals, superintendents, college presidents and others. Many lead K-12 programs and are grappling with issues such as technology access and equity, when and how to open schools safely, preparing teachers to instruct online and union demands for teacher safety.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 30, 2022

Digital teacher editions also provide flexible pacing options, embedded teacher notes, and pathways for learning to address diverse learners.?? . Featuring standards-aligned, core-curricular resources that use an inquiry-based approach to enhance literacy and critical thinking skills, Discovery Education’s Social Studies?

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Faculty Focus

JUNE 11, 2023

As an instructor of teacher education, I pitched a FYS related to teaching, but also hoping to engage students who weren’t necessarily interested in becoming a certified teacher. Choose an interdisciplinary topic for broader appeal Freshmen often have not yet decided what their major would be, nor should they! What can we do?

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Edsurge

JANUARY 30, 2023

Widely adopted by school districts across the country, Portrait of a Graduate outlines the interdisciplinary skills that a district believes its students should embody and exemplify by high school graduation. It wasn’t one more thing for teachers to do. It was another means to enact the Portrait itself.”

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Dangerously Irrelevant

JUNE 27, 2018

Because there are no tech tools that will make us super teachers. Pencils didn’t make us super teachers. Textbooks didn’t make us super teachers. Chalkboards and whiteboards and overhead projectors didn’t make us super teachers. VCR and LaserDisc and DVD players didn’t make us super teachers. Do an agency audit.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 19, 2021

This year’s #StepintoSTEM challenge provides teachers access to resources that make instruction simple for them, regardless of their computer science background. The Amazon Cyber Robotics Challenge transports students to a virtual Amazon warehouse where they practice coding, computational thinking, and computer science.

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Edsurge

MAY 5, 2023

Research indicates that Generation Z students are technologically savvy and appreciate interdisciplinary, project-based learning experiences. What tools or resources can teachers use to help encourage creativity in the classroom? Are students of today really that different from those of previous generations?

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Following a rigorous review, both schools selected Discovery Education’s comprehensive STEM program and Teacher Leader Collaborative (TLC) professional development support. STEM Connect is a web-based, interdisciplinary K-8 supplemental STEM resource and Experience is Discovery Education’s flexible K-12 digital learning platform.

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Edsurge

AUGUST 30, 2017

Like pawns on a playing board, kids are told to follow the rules of the game and comply with adult-driven systems, teacher requests, and standardized tests. No more classrooms, no more teachers, no more scope and sequence and pacing guides. Teachers who instruct classes and provide evaluation of student achievement no longer exist.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

Inspiring educators is critical to moving a clean energy economy forward. We must find and support high-quality teachers so we can help them bring engaging content to students to help them see their pathway into these ever-growing sectors of the U.S. Here are a few trends I see from working with teachers and students.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Key points: School libraries have evolved to offer students and teachers everything they need See article: Modern students need modern librarians See article: 10 reasons we love school librarians For more news on school libraries, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching page What makes an effective school library? Who is the modern librarian?

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k12 Digest

MARCH 4, 2025

Dr. Jackson began his career as a high school mathematics teacher before advancing into leadership roles, including middle school assistant principal, high school principal, and deputy superintendent within the Hot Springs School District, where he served for 14 years. Educators have several concerns about the use of AI in classrooms.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 19, 2020

The African diaspora is not taught as a standalone Advanced Placement course, but rather as a theme in AP Seminar through which students learn about real-world issues while developing skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, research and presentation. Systemic oppression? Resistance and resilience? The options are many.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

As we examine the significance of digital literacy skills, we’ll focus on highlighting their role in empowering students to navigate the complexities of the information age, fostering critical thinking, and preparing them for the challenges of an increasingly interconnected and technologically-driven world.

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Edsurge

JULY 30, 2018

From teacher control to student agency: Letting go of the traditional teacher-controlled model and moving towards learning environments with greater student agency. Did the work allow students to go beyond factual recall and procedural regurgitation, to be creative, collaborative, critical thinkers and problem-solvers?

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eSchool News

APRIL 25, 2024

Their teaching philosophy revolves around fostering communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity, while elevating student choice and voice in the classroom. As the Vale Middle School CTE teacher, Mr. Knapp’s innovative approach not only inspires but also empowers our students to reach their full potential.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 16, 2024

Thanks to this new collaboration, teachers and students across HCS will have access to a suite of award-winning digital products that prepare students for college and careers and nurture their inherent curiosity in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) and all other subjects. STEM Connect. Discovery Education Coding.

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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.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Everything is interdisciplinary,” explained Stephanie Passman, the lead teacher, during EdSurge’s recent visit to the school. An essential component of that is providing learning experiences that are designed to teach students the skills most schools say they care about, like problem solving and critical thinking.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2024

Thanks to this new collaboration, teachers across HNCS will soon have access to a suite of award-winning digital products that nurture curiosity and support their goal of implementing the first comprehensive STREAM program in a Wyoming Catholic school during the 2024-2025 school year. STEM Connect.

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Edsurge

JULY 6, 2016

With the emergence of online learning platforms and social networking, students are able to connect, communicate, and collaborate with their teachers and peers to extend learning beyond the walls of the schoolhouse and school day. Teachers—not just students—are craving more student-directed learning.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 8, 2024

The Ask a Tech Teacher team has some ideas on balancing varied learning styles with needs to provide students their best chance at success in college or career–whichever they choose: Engaging All Learners: Expanding High School Options for Success Think about Albert Einstein, who, despite his genius, struggled in traditional school settings.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

These new resources will drive the development of students’ critical thinking skills and create opportunities for the study of scientific mysteries and the development of design solutions. Based in part on the award-winning Discovery Education Coding service used by teachers across the United Kingdom, the U.S. STEM Connect.

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