eSchool News

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

As novice sixth grade math and English teachers, weve learned to approach our mid-year benchmark assessments not as final judgments but as tools for reflection and growth. In addition, interdisciplinary collaboration at our weekly professional learning communities (PLCs) has strengthened this process.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The global health crisis forced students out of the physical classroom and into a new virtual world for nearly two grades, and their initial homework and test scores reveal a significant decrease in knowledge transfer, social skills, and core learning habits across a variety of subjects.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 19, 2024

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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eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

For math, measurement and geometry activities like building models or plotting data can turn abstract numbers into something students can visualize and manipulate. This process reinforces scientific inquiry and builds critical thinking skills as students see, touch, and analyze real results from their experiments.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Esports is also a powerful method for interdisciplinary collaboration across campus. Schools and universities have discovered that esports can also introduce students to science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) careers.

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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. According to the U.S. This figure represents a growth rate twice as fast as non-STEM occupations.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 17, 2020

Each course is designed as an academically challenging place-based experience that integrates language arts, math, science, and the visual arts. Designed to be part of a student’s learning experience, these interdisciplinary courses engage students in rich content, applicable skills, and center around a Community Impact Project.

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Edsurge

JUNE 5, 2020

Looking at these projects, it’s clear that some kids have been so motivated to make beautiful graphs that they’re going out to learn math that most kids don’t learn until college,” says von Oy. “We These aren’t concepts found in most high-school math textbooks. Math isn’t just the regurgitation of formulas.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

These skills–often referred to as soft skills, but also known as durable skills for their importance in the workplace–are a focus of 21st-century classrooms. Science, technology, engineering, and math are broad but dynamic subjects that contain innumerable and specific learning concepts.

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eSchool News

JUNE 26, 2024

STEM is incredibly important, specifically for skills like critical thinking and problem solving,” said Dr. Erika Neuman, CEO of iSTEMmentors and a lecturer at the University of Texas at San Antonio, during an ISTELive 24 session. Though many teachers tout the importance of STEM learning, many also shy away from the “E” in STEM.

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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. DERRY, N.H. – consortium. About CoderZ.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Iowa BIG : A community conversation about the knowledge and skills young people need to become engaged and successful members of the community as adults was linked with an initiative to send 60 community leaders back to school alongside learners over a four-month period. Many electives take advantage of the Village’s flexible format.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 11, 2023

Chicago, Illinois – The significance of computer science education in schools is growing exponentially as it empowers children with the essential skills to navigate and excel in the digital world. The In Focus Pathway is designed for a dedicated computer science or technology class.

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eSchool News

JULY 28, 2021

Each CoderZ course develops interdisciplinary skills like problem-solving, collaboration, and grit as well as core knowledge in physics, geometry, literacy, and algebra. Grounded in math, physics, and engineering, CoderZ trains students grades four and up in computational thinking and technical ability.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 30, 2022

HCPS is committed to offering students a multisensory learning experience that increases student engagement, skill acquisition, and retention. Featuring standards-aligned, core-curricular resources that use an inquiry-based approach to enhance literacy and critical thinking skills, Discovery Education’s Social Studies?Techbook?

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eSchool News

JANUARY 28, 2018

note : App of the Week picks are now being curated by the editors of Common Sense Education , which helps educators find the best ed-tech tools, learn best practices for teaching with tech, and equip students with the skills they need to use technology safely and responsibly. Math Science Music. What’s It Like? . Price : Free.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 16, 2025

At the same time, schools are placing a stronger emphasis on mental health, equity, and future-ready skills, ensuring students are not only academically successful but also are prepared for the challenges of today’s every-changing world. AI, digital learning tools, and personalized supports have become central to the classroom.

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Edsurge

MAY 15, 2024

Inclusive STEM programs widen job opportunities for the growing technology sector, support students in building digital literacy skills and empower young people to become creators — not just consumers — of technology. As the demand for digital skills grows, schools must develop inclusive programs to engage diverse learners.

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eSchool News

JULY 15, 2022

This year’s summer learning program was designed to support reading and math enrichment. To support these goals, MCPS sought a flexible multi-disciplinary platform that met the state’s STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Arts, Math) requirement for summer school programs across the state and whose utility would last beyond this initiative.

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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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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. The details of the ultimate goal remain flexible and will change continuously throughout development.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 19, 2021

In this free, three-hour virtual learning experience, students develop basic computer science skills while discovering the ways that goods are delivered at Amazon. In addition, they meet students interning at Amazon as well as real engineers who are using STEM and computer science skills every day.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Today, the award-winning science series NOVA , produced for PBS by GBH Boston, announced the launch of NOVA Science Studio , a new national program to teach and engage young people through an interdisciplinary curriculum focused on science communication, digital media literacy, and video production.

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Edsurge

JULY 10, 2024

Ethan provided strategies and resources for teachers to use in their classrooms, and through this assignment, he learned a variety of skills including how to design compelling professional learning opportunities, how to find and evaluate sources and how to communicate his findings clearly to an audience. Here are a few.

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eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

The workforce has undergone significant changes, and today’s jobs require advanced skills and specialized training, particularly in STEM fields. The importance of identifying and instructing students at any grade who cannot reach fluency and comprehension because of gaps in foundational skills cannot be overstated.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 17, 2016

I’d honestly rather work on math right now. I was a certified high school math teacher, but like so many of my peers, I also taught advisory—working with students to develop their social skills and help them explore college and career options. This isn’t advisory Mister, this is MATH AND I’M TRYING TO TELL YOU MY ANSWER!”

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Edsurge

MARCH 31, 2021

Participating in a simulation of the Constitutional Convention offered them a structured experience to practice the skills necessary for civic discourse—listening, discussing and compromising. With an increased emphasis on improving test scores in reading, writing, math and science, social studies fell to the wayside.

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Edsurge

MAY 15, 2023

Her diverse background in teaching writing, science and coding positioned her well to participate in the Project Topeka pilot, a multifaceted AI program that gave real-time feedback to students to support the development of argumentative writing skills. What role do you see AI playing in the future of teaching and learning writing skills?

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 20, 2020

Representing a range of industry sectors, the STEM Careers Coalition seeks to prepare 10 million students for the future of work by 2025 by providing equitable access to digital content and experiences that engage students in instruction, build foundational STEM knowledge, and develop the critical skills students need for college and career success.

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Edsurge

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Most educators are looking to create opportunities for all students to have deeper and more meaningful learning experiences, while also adding skill acquisition and student agency. Students at Dayton are focused on large interdisciplinary projects and problem-solving. Nick Pant Storytelling is a major component of so many professions.

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eSchool News

JULY 2, 2024

At the Met High School (Metropolitan Regional Career and Technical) in Providence, Rhode Island, (the first school in the Big Picture Learning network) all academic learning, relationship-development, skill-building, and experiences are grounded in the interests of the students. Additionally, consider Village High School in Colorado Springs.

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Edsurge

JUNE 7, 2017

While the program has grown and evolved, the original principles of the competition remain largely the same: to give all students the opportunity to build not just technical skills, but to work like engineers—collaborating with peers, documenting their processes, and presenting their findings. Putting the humanities back into STEM.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

She began as a classroom teacher before transitioning to math instructional facilitator. She holds an undergraduate degree in Interdisciplinary Studies, a Master’s Degree in Counseling, and a Specialist’s Degree in Educational Leadership, all of which have equipped her with the necessary skills and knowledge to serve her students effectively.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

A brand new school opening in the 2020-2021 school year, FCPS’s Rise STEM Academy will support young women as they explore science, technology, engineering, and math during their formative years so that each student may more eagerly embrace STEM career pathways.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 22, 2023

” ESUSD’s AI Policy Lab is designed as a collaborative, interdisciplinary partnership that encourages responsible AI development, deployment, and usage. In fact, recent data from the state found that most California students don’t meet grade-level standards in math and reading.

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k12 Digest

MARCH 4, 2025

Curriculum standards have evolved to meet the needs of todays students by incorporating skills essential for the modern workforce, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and digital literacy. There is also an emphasis on real-world applications to make math more relevant and engaging for students.

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Edsurge

APRIL 6, 2017

The desire to build cognitive understanding is growing, but many experts assert that in order to do it, the study of AI has to become more interdisciplinary. If you are a girl and really smart in math, people will still say: ‘You are there because you’re a girl.’. The democratization of AI is something Puri is passionate about.

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