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4 ways a STEAM-centered curriculum is critical to youth education

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The answer lies in the inclusion of arts in a STEM-centered curriculum. Arts and sciences have traditionally been perceived as different subjects with few commonalities, and STEM programs often omit the arts from the conversation. A STEAM learning approach encourages collaboration to understand and distill new concepts.

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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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5 approaches that engage middle school students in STEM learning

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Here are five strategies teachers can take to make STEM come alive in their classrooms. Incorporate hands-on activities and experiments Hands-on activities let students engage directly with STEM concepts, making learning tangible and memorable.

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12 lesser-known K-12 STEM education resources

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Introducing STEM education at an early age fosters curiosity and the ability to tackle real-world challenges. But it can be tough to sustain students’ interest in STEM concepts, particularly as students grow older and as STEM topics become more challenging.

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3 best practices to create a STEM-focused school

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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. 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. According to the U.S.

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3 ways to create curriculum with real-life relevance

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When a school is fortunate to have exceptional teachers with diverse backgrounds, those teachers can draw on their experiences and interests to create a strong, engaging, and original curriculum. Creative curriculum shaped by a unique campus. Our school, Laurel School , is one such school.

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STEM teaching toolkit supports deeper learning

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New NCTAF toolkit intends to help educators integrate instruction with new science standards, STEM concepts. A new STEM teaching toolkit from the National Commission on Teaching and America’s Future (NCTAF) aims to improve curriculum design through authentic, collaborative, project-based learning experiences.

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