eSchool News

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Department of Labor , in 2021, there were nearly 10 million workers in STEM occupations–a total projected to grow by almost 11 percent by 2031. This figure represents a growth rate twice as fast as non-STEM occupations. The department also noted that STEM jobs often pay substantially more than jobs in other fields.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 5, 2022

. – When young students learn coding, they hone skills – such as computational thinking and collaboration – that enhance their success in school and future careers. Learners use the programming language Blockly to steer virtual robots through tasks such as collecting fruit, avoiding obstacles, and even planting a garden of their own design.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

With the rise of AI and increase in employers who say AI skills will be a necessary component for workplace success, learning computer science is more critical than ever. “The data is clear: computer science equips students with essential skills for future careers in all industries.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 15, 2024

This new survey by Samsung Solve for Tomorrow was sparked by the increasing use of AI in the innovative community solutions submitted by school teams to our annual public school STEM competition. The 2024-2025 STEM competition is currently accepting entries through Thursday, October 24, 2024, please visit Samsung.com/solve.

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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. Its about language, too.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 17, 2022

This new name reflects the company’s commitment to provide educators with the tools they need to engage all students with hands-on, socially relevant STEM education and build a STEM-literate society. However, many employers struggle to fill these high-paying jobs due, in part, to low rates of STEM understanding and proficiency.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 21, 2021

In a recent edWebinar sponsored by Unruly Splats , Lauren Watkins, Marketing Director, and Christine Danhoff, Technology Integration Specialist at Genoa Area Local Schools in Ohio, advocate integrating coding and computer science into core subjects such as math, music, art, world language, English, and physical education.

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eSchool News

APRIL 14, 2021

The pandemic has shed light on the need for student agency and inclusion, along with an emphasis on content-rich knowledge to support language learning effectively in literacy, history, social science, and science applications,” said Catherine Cahn, the CEO of Twig Education. Educators can access their invitation to trial Twig Create here.

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eSchool News

MAY 12, 2021

members, can implement our well-structured and inclusive curriculum with the knowledge that the program meets and exceeds the requirements to become an integral component of a school’s STEM implementation.”. CoderZ incorporates programming languages, such as Java and Python, that are recognized as critically important across all industries.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 6, 2016

The District has launched an entire website devoted to the Hour of Code — www.RUSDcodes.com — so that families can participate in activities at home and students can use it as a resource for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) education opportunities throughout the year.

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eSchool News

JUNE 14, 2024

In just a few months, I transitioned from being a student at the University of Montana’s College of Education to leading the instruction of a room of rambunctious middle school students interested in STEM. Then, I moved into a new role as a K-8 STEM Director at my school. To say that the year has been a whirlwind is an understatement.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2025

Instead, we must delve into the nuanced characteristics of various Large Language Models (LLMs) and student-facing AI to discern how their unique capabilities can be leveraged to achieve diverse educational objectives.

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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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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2025

Student success is a critically important issue for school districts–and not simply because districts want students to perform well. Improving student learning and student success is necessary for students to compete in a rapidly changing world that requires critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability.

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eSchool News

MARCH 19, 2025

To see my students critical thinking skills, scientific knowledge, and curiosity flourish is the moment I know that connections are being made–not only in science, but also with literacy skills. Gizmo is an interactive STEM learning experience for grades 3-12. This is where Explore Learning Gizmo comes into play.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 16, 2025

By embracing interdisciplinary learning, NGSS weaves math, language arts, and social science concepts into the science classroom, creating a richer, more connected educational experience for students. 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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Ask a Tech Teacher

JANUARY 28, 2025

Showcasing art and STEM with DIY projects not only enhances learning and creativity but makes these subjects more accessible to a broader audience. These activities encourage hands-on learning and spark curiosity, making art a natural gateway into the exciting world of STEM. What is STEAM and Why Does Art Matter in STEM?

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eSchool News

MARCH 8, 2018

Coding puts children in control of the computer and through experimentation builds mastery in sequencing skills, counting, problem solving, logical thinking, cause and effect, and critical thinking. Children are extremely eager to learn how to code.

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eSchool News

MARCH 5, 2019

When educators use programmable robots for K-12 learning, they’re helping students develop important skills such as critical thinking and teamwork. Once students learn to code Bit with color codes, they advance to OzoBlockly, the programming language. Ozobot features robots Evo and Bit.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Silver Spring, MD (Wednesday, November 3, 2021) — Discovery Education and leading social impact partners are offering engaging, no-cost digital learning resources to students, teachers, and families to support National STEM Day observances nationwide. Discovery Education is the worldwide?

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eSchool News

APRIL 2, 2025

Edia aligns with Illustrative Mathematics IM Math, which New York City Public Schools adopted in 2024 as part of its NYC Solves initiative–a program aiming to help students develop the problem-solving, critical thinking, and math skills necessary for lifetime success.

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eSchool News

MARCH 2, 2016

Districts in the League have committed to developing thoughtful, long-term solutions to overcome the obstacles that many populations of students face one of the world’s most important languages. The degree, free of charge, prepares teachers to integrate STEM strategies into classroom instruction with a focus on CS integration.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 17, 2015

Engage kids of all ages with these STEM and coding learning toys. From spacial to literacy skills, the learning games that come with Osmo give kids an opportunity to practice social skills while learning critical thinking skills. Its text-based programming language, OVAL, is hidden behind an easy-to-use block-based format.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The STEM gender gap remains an area of much-needed attention that we, as educators, can actively work on improving in our daily lessons. Support for People Learning English as a Second Language AI offers people who are learning English new and improved avenues for more effective communication.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 13, 2023

AI Literacy applies 21st-century skills , including communication, collaboration, critical thinking and creativity. It builds on years of work in Digital and Media Literacy and Computational Thinking , including elements of computer science, ethics and additional areas beyond science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Translation technologies can be included for students and parents whose native language is not English. With tools such as Wakelet, ELL students can write in their native language and teachers can translate on their own. Instead, she includes prompts such as, “If you threw a dinner party, which character in this book would you invite?”

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eSchool News

JANUARY 3, 2022

As these tools become more integrated into the classroom, teachers will want to ensure that all students, including those with disabilities or language barriers, are being supported. AR and VR, for instance, brings a fun element to a lesson and can help students develop critical thinking skills. –Amy Gulley, M.Ed

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eSchool News

MAY 31, 2016

classrooms will now have access to CodeMonkey’s coding curriculum, including software programming and critical thinking. Software programming and critical thinking are the new building blocks for our children to compete within a 21st century global workplace. classrooms.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

From how to delve into the nuances of student learning and removing the heavy lift of teachers trying to figure out how to individualize instruction, to enabling someone like me to speak in seven languages so that I may express ideas or collaborate with others from around the world, AI holds endless potential. Diane Myers, Ph.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 7, 2020

Imagine sending a teenage driver onto a highway in an unfamiliar area, where road signs are in a foreign language, lanes change direction without warning, fog and rain obscure visibility, the car has faulty brakes, and the passengers are giving bad directions. Madness, right? But these challenges are surmountable.

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Teach Hub

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

My teacher was a wonderful lady who was originally from Columbia and provided her students with knowledge of the culture, dialect, and the best ways to communicate through her language. My experience of learning a foreign language was eye-opening, exciting, and rewarding. What do Foreign Language Classes Typically Look Like in Schools?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Communication of Ideas : Graphs provide a universal language for communicating ideas across different fields. Critical Thinking : Interpreting graphs requires critical thinking skills. Preparation for Higher Education and Careers : Graphing skills are fundamental in many higher education disciplines and careers.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 6, 2021

And STEM Integration Transformation Coach Victoria Thompson is committed to facilitating their efforts. I think that the SEL and Critical Thinking templates are ideal. They allow one to see what other people in the room are thinking, understand different points of view and help with problem-solution approaches.

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Edsurge

MARCH 13, 2023

CoolThink is a milestone in STEM education in Hong Kong, providing a comprehensive and proven framework for computational thinking and coding education. CoolThink prepares students for many pathways by helping them acquire basic computational thinking concepts and building a foundation in programming languages early.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 2, 2023

Looking ahead, it is important for educators to help students develop 21st century skills, especially as more industries need STEM-focused employees. We have a complex language where one letter pattern can stand for different sounds (COW and SNOW), and where similar sounds can be spelled in different ways (WAIT and WEIGHT).

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 23, 2022

As these tools become more integrated into the classroom, teachers will want to ensure that all students, including those with disabilities or language barriers, are being supported. AR and VR, for instance, brings a fun element to a lesson and can help students develop critical thinking skills. –Amy Gulley, M.Ed

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

It’s an approach that students can use in any subject (yes, even English Language Arts). We also have a strong focus on STEM and STEAM in our schools and work to meet Next Generation Science Standards. They're even doing algorithmic thinking in English Language Arts classrooms through the writing process.

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