How outdoor learning spaces lead to STEM engagement
eSchool News
MAY 12, 2021
A new sustainable outdoor learning space is giving students in California an engaging opportunity for STEM learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
4 ways we designed collaborative learning spaces
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 18, 2022
I wanted each area to include furniture that would best fit the students’ needs as they came in to use those spaces. In our English literacy content space, for example, the collaborative learning spaces need more of a “library feel,” complete with sofa-type furniture and soft seating.
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4 ideas to consider when designing a STEM lab
eSchool News
MAY 25, 2023
It’s a key area of teaching worldwide and thousands of schools are now investing in learning spaces specifically designed to support STEM–called STEM labs. What is a STEM Lab? These educational spaces encourage active learning and problem solving.
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6 times a converted school bus became a dynamic learning space
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 25, 2019
Some educators and education organizations use converted school buses as an opportunity to start learning labs ranging from STEM education to art studios. 6 examples of how a converted school bus can transform learning.
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8 Steps to Create a Successful Modern Learning Space
EdTech Magazine
MARCH 5, 2018
8 Steps to Create a Successful Modern Learning Space. Modern learning spaces can have a big impact on both students and teachers. Make Every Space a Learning Space. Redesigning learning spaces doesn’t have to mean scrapping all of the furniture and technology already in place in a district.
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EdTech Magazine
APRIL 24, 2018
5 Best Practices for STEM Education Spaces. Thomas School near Seattle has concentrated on beefing up the school’s science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education for the past several years and plans to strengthen it even more in the future. Thomas School Dedicates Space to Bolster STEM Learning.
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STEM priorities: Computer science, funding, and gamification
eSchool News
MAY 6, 2016
STEM education is a focus once again, with a highlight on leveraging federal funds for STEM education, a look at gamification’s latest role in classroom design, and the latest news in computer science education. Read on for more: Here’s how to leverage federal funds for STEM education.
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School STEM Labs Inspire Students, Power Innovation
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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Systems check
eSchool News
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
In this episode of Innovations in Education , hosted by Kevin Hogan: 4 ways to design collaborative learning spaces Free internet could erase the digital divide STEM lessons straight from the classroom. Related : Big thoughts in edtech Sharing best practices.
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Samsung launches new STEM learning, collaboration solutions
eSchool News
FEBRUARY 10, 2016
In partnership with STEM Fuse and Tidebreak, Samsung Electronics America, Inc. has announced two new education solutions to enhance science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) curriculum, and create more collaborative learning spaces. “As Closing the STEM Gap. Meanwhile, the U.S. 10 Samsung Galaxy TAB E 9.6
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Office Depot partners with district to develop high school STEM wing
eSchool News
AUGUST 11, 2016
announced the opening of a new STEM wing at Lovejoy High School, located in Lucas, Texas. The STEM wing was unveiled at Learning @ Lovejoy , a nine-day professional development conference with more than 50 sessions for every subject area, level and role within K-12 education. Office Depot, Inc. Office Depot, Inc.
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Friday 5: How esports engages students
eSchool News
MARCH 22, 2024
When schools invest in esports teams, they’re investing in high-level hardware that also integrates into STEM and STEAM programs, which means students wind up having more opportunities to get hands-on experience and learn in-demand skills for careers. Here’s how esports careers help students thrive. What do esports players do?
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Outdoor learning helps our district’s students see sustainability in action
eSchool News
JULY 13, 2023
Key points: Sustainability initiatives are increasingly important to school districts, students, and their communities One school district is combining sustainability initiatives with STEM learning to empower students in their learning See related article: How outdoor learning spaces lead to STEM engagement Modesto City Schools is located in Northern (..)
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What My Girls Camp Reveals About the Promise of Women in STEM and the Dangers of Online Hate
Edsurge
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
CompuGirls was founded in 2006 by Dr. Kim Scott and introduces adolescent girls to the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through culturally responsive practices and social justice. This past spring, I had the opportunity to develop a virtual cybersecurity camp for young women and girls called CompuGirls.
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Flowers in the Classroom: Blossoming Learning with Tech
Ask a Tech Teacher
APRIL 30, 2025
Flowers spark creativity and learning in classrooms. Today, the Ask a Tech Teacher international team is exploring how flowers inspire students in STEM, art, and ecology, how a bouquet can enhance tech-driven education and classroom joy. Learn how they blend with tech tools and can brighten educational spaces.
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Integrating Active Learning in Large STEM Lectures
Scholarly Teacher
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
Gabriele Pinto , Baylor University Key Statement: Implementing elements of active learning into a large course may seem daunting task, but think-pair-share aided by quizzing and clickers can be done in any size classroom. Discussion Questions: Reflect on your challenges in teaching a large STEM class. Why Start With Think-Pair-Share?
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From STEM tools to wi-fi, using tech to inspire
eSchool News
FEBRUARY 12, 2016
In this week’s news: New STEM solutions from Samsung. In partnership with STEM Fuse and Tidebreak, Samsung Electronics America, Inc. has announced two new education solutions to enhance science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) curriculum, and create more collaborative learning spaces.
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An Innovative Journey to Scalable Computer Science Programs
Edsurge
MAY 8, 2024
In a time when technological advancements shape our daily lives and drive economic growth, focusing on STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) education in K-12 schools is not just a trend but a necessity. EdSurge: What experiences laid the foundation for your role as a leader in STEM education in NYC Public Schools?
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4 strategies that bring nature’s power to your classroom
eSchool News
MAY 8, 2024
Key points: Incorporating nature into learning engages students in surprising ways Outdoor classrooms should outlast COVID How outdoor learning spaces lead to STEM engagement For more news on outdoor learning, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub I live in the state of Michigan, which means that a large chunk of the year is dominated by cold, dreary (..)
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Check out the 21st century classroom in action
eSchool News
OCTOBER 8, 2015
This year, Donahoo’s EAST students are in the process of testing and discovering the new equipment in one of Creston’s two brand-new next-generation learning spaces, also called 21st century classrooms. Better known by the acronym EAST, these classes combine the use of technology with community service.
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Beyond the bookshelves: 3 ways school libraries have evolved to meet students’ needs
eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
This shift reflects a move toward active and collaborative learning environments, as well as provides students with the tools and resources to engage in hands-on, creative learning projects.
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ISTE 2017: NMC Horizon Report Focuses on Flexible Learning Spaces and STEAM
EdTech Magazine
JUNE 27, 2017
By Jena Passut At #ISTE17, attendees got a first look at coming trends like deeper learning approaches and potentials challenges to their adoption.
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eSchool News
MARCH 2, 2016
Franklin West Supervisory Union , a rural district in Vermont, is adding the district’s first full-time computer science teacher next year to work with a K-4 Science STEM teacher and our K-8 technology integrationist to provide opportunities to learn coding for its elementary school students. There are, however, endless ways to try.
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ClassIn Launches its World-Class Teaching and Learning Platform in the United States
eSchool News
MAY 17, 2023
The teacher shortage is particularly pronounced in rural school districts , where the need for special education teachers and STEM teachers is high. ClassIn allows schools to expand the reach of instruction from more experienced faculties to locations where those resources are scarce.
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One-Man IT Staff Builds Support for K–12 School from the Ground Up
EdTech Magazine
JULY 27, 2022
Working against looming deadlines, The Lincoln Academy public charter school partnered with corporate and community stakeholders to build a STEM-infused K–12 program integrating tech throughout all grades, just in time to welcome its first incoming class in September 2021. The 115,000-square-foot charter school in Beloit, Wis.,
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eSchool News
NOVEMBER 2, 2015
To really think about the learning space that we were going to create, and the tools and resources we’d need.”. It’s a place where all the furniture is on casters, to be reconfigured with ease, and where every building boasts a computer lab and a media commons. Next page: Why the model works.
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5 of the biggest education trends for 2025
eSchool News
JANUARY 31, 2025
With all of the new technology, refreshed learning spaces, and updated curriculum districts have recently introduced, professional development is essential to ensure effective implementation of these enhancements. In 2025, schools will incorporate new professional development programs that empower educators to foster engaged learners.
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18 powerful technology tools and trends for 2018
eSchool News
MARCH 13, 2018
Yoder based her list on some of the top digital transformational trends in education, including classroom devices, redesigned learning spaces, artificial intelligence, personalized learning, and gamification.
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7 principles of outdoor learning for early childhood
eSchool News
MAY 7, 2024
Key points: The outdoors is teeming with teachable moments Outdoor classrooms should outlast COVID How outdoor learning spaces lead to STEM engagement For more news on outdoor learning, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hub Spending time outdoors and engaging in active play has all kinds of benefits for young children.
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eSchool News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2017
Overall, the report series tracks the five-year impact that innovative practices and new technologies have on K-12 education.
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It’s Time to Remake the Makerspace, But Schools Shouldn’t Go It Alone
Edsurge
JUNE 13, 2019
They can prompt us to assess and measure student progress in new ways; both through digital badges that demonstrate mastery of specific skills and summative portfolios of work that indicate readiness for cutting-edge careers in manufacturing, STEM careers and the creative arts.
There’s Magic in That Sound: How to Engage Students With Digital Music-Making Tools
Edsurge
SEPTEMBER 22, 2016
Right now I teach grades 1 through 9 at Lake Travis STEM Academy, just outside Austin, Texas. It’s thrilling to see students with virtually no music background venture into this learning space. Taylor Haun is a music instructor at Lake Travis STEM Academy in Austin, Texas. I’ve taught music full-time for a few years.
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First MakerBot Innovation Center at a high school opens
eSchool News
DECEMBER 13, 2016
The MakerBot Innovation Center will help us teach these skills as it offers a very different, more hands-on learning environment that gives students more freedom to experiment, learn from failure and progress their thinking.”. Combining the arts with more traditional STEM learning is really where the magic happens.”
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EdTech Magazine
FEBRUARY 27, 2018
That old adage sums up why it is so hard for educators, parents and communities to adopt new learning spaces and the pedagogies that go along with them. Over the past 20 years, Robert Dillon has been a huge advocate for experiential learning. EDTECH: How do you know what your class’s ideal learning space should look like?
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Beware of the Word ‘Flexible’: Architect Danish Kurani on Designing 21st Century Schools
Edsurge
APRIL 11, 2017
Kurani is a licensed architect who focuses his work on learning spaces, and currently teaches a “Learning Environments for Tomorrow” course at the Harvard Graduate School of Education every year. The research in learning spaces only focuses on that. constructivist type of learning. Danish Kurani.
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Three Career Paths for Educational Innovators—How to Get There and Where the Jobs Are
Edsurge
FEBRUARY 26, 2018
With over 20 years classroom experience, Tricia is all about “putting the STEAM back in STEM.” The design process can focus on building apps, curriculum, exploring new pedagogy, creating educational content, as well as building out innovative learning spaces—both virtual and place-based.
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Embedding Learning Styles and Neurodiversity to Educate the Workforce of Today and Tomorrow
Faculty Focus
MARCH 23, 2023
Innovative pedagogy and practice for E-STEM Learning. In Enhancing Entrepreneurial Mindsets Through STEM Education (pp. Using learning style instruments to enhance student learning. STEM Skills for Supporting Integration of Industry 4.0 Academy of Management Learning & Education, 4 (2), 193-212.
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111 3 ways innovative schools advance maker learning for all
eSchool News
JULY 15, 2016
Supported by the Iowa City Community School District Foundation, these innovative learning spaces will help students to be better creators, collaborators, communicators, and critical thinkers. The Iowa City Community School District will open makerspaces in each of its six secondary attendance centers.
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Inside ‘Room 21C’: This Iowa Classroom’s Redesign Inspired Seven Other Districts
Edsurge
AUGUST 24, 2016
The exciting part of our story is that these redesigned learning spaces have indeed influenced the shift in instructional practice among our own staff, and with our schools who have—and are—replicating this work. That led to a crucial idea. What if teachers were to return from an edtech training to a different kind of classroom?
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As Expectations of Teachers Change, Administrators Rethink Their Observation Practices
Edsurge
MAY 15, 2018
By Fall 2017, we had moved towards a model that valued collaboration and conversation amongst students, flexible furniture in learning spaces and the use of digital devices. To some administrators this shift didn’t look like a engaging learning environment—it looked like chaos.
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What Inclusive Teaching Means For Colleges In An Era of Social Justice Activism.
Edsurge
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
Kamimura: From my perspective, inclusive learning belongs in every classroom and every learning space. Teaching and learning as we know, is a social interaction. And one of my positions was in a STEM area. In one of my previous positions, I was in administration prior to coming to the faculty side.
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Embedding Learning Styles and Neurodiversity to Educate the Workforce of Today and Tomorrow
Faculty Focus
MARCH 23, 2023
Innovative pedagogy and practice for E-STEM Learning. In Enhancing Entrepreneurial Mindsets Through STEM Education (pp. Using learning style instruments to enhance student learning. STEM Skills for Supporting Integration of Industry 4.0 Academy of Management Learning & Education, 4 (2), 193-212.
Innovative ideas for school libraries
eSchool News
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Holzweiss , a high school educational technology enrichment specialist librarian, shared her tips to help school librarians engage with students, support teachers , and make their school libraries dynamic and welcoming learning spaces. What are the emerging technologies in a library?
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How to Boost Classroom Engagement With the Tech Tool That 'Always Works'
Edsurge
JUNE 13, 2019
They are all in the same space and able to ask questions and change direction on the fly. It's made for a much more natural and fluid learning space. Stop by Booth 547 to learn how Vivi turns wireless screen mirroring into a powerful educational tool for the 21st-century classroom. Heading to ISTE?
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