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How to integrate environmental concepts into every subject

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My goal became connecting students to nature through their passions and connecting teachers standards-driven curriculum to nature through environmental literacy. One of my earliest projects as the Director of Environmental Education for a public school district in New York was in a middle school English Language Arts classroom.

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5 approaches that engage middle school students in STEM learning

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Teachers can then incorporate these topics into the curriculum or design small projects based on students’ inquiries. This gives them ownership of their learning and the freedom to follow their natural interests within the curriculum’s framework. Allowing students to vote on projects or learning topics can boost engagement.

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All-New Science Techbook for Middle School and STEM Connect

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Discovery Education is the global leader in standards-aligned digital curriculum resources, engaging content, and professional learning for K-12 classrooms. The program consists of 16 modular units, allowing schools and teachers to choose the order in which to complete the units based on their preferred pathway.

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Helping science-averse teachers integrate STEM and literacy

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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.

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Helping students learn new tech skills–and exceed expectations

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The answer can be found in a small but mighty after-school and summer program that sets high expectations to inspire young people to explore technology career pathways and become leaders committed to improving their communities. We use an interdisciplinary approach to the STEAM education we provide in our Digital Explorers program.

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5 ways online coding programs prep students for success

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I’d used a gamified coding platform in my previous district and figured it would be a good fit for my new school. Texas has adopted curriculum standards that are used in all the state’s public schools. Flexible curriculum that integrates with other platforms. Aligns with state standards. It’s that easy.

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Blending Art and Algorithms, Desmos Sets Out to Reimagine Math Curriculum

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Mashing the arts and math is core to Desmo’s belief that education is interdisciplinary by nature, and subjects should be taught as such. Meyer says Desmos’ middle-math core curriculum aligns with state and Common Core academic standards. The company plans to expand the numbers for the upcoming school year.

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