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How One District Takes STEM Learning to the Next Level

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At the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) , one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States, we constantly plan new educational programs, prioritizing equitable access and ensuring students graduate prepared for success in college, career and life.

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How to make hands-on physics approachable during remote learning

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Related content: STEM education and hands-on learning. Ultimately, from my experience with remote teaching in the spring, there are two things I will be sure to focus on going into the new school year – using helpful technology tools to drive student engagement and keeping as much of a routine as possible during remote learning.

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Friday 5: Virtual field trips

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When COVID mandated at-home and hybrid learning, many educators turned once again to virtual trips to keep students engaged in learning during pandemic-related instructional challenges. These trips can help students get a front-row look at STEM outside of the classroom.

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How one educator made computer science a “must” during COVID

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He understands how to introduce tools that make the subject feel relevant and approachable for both students and teachers, who often have never coded before themselves. At the beginning of the 2020-2021 school year, Nick ran a pilot with Unruly Splats, a STEM learning tool that combines learning to code with active play.

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A new teacher’s perspective: Today’s best edtech resources

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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.

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How 5 educators use digital tools in the classroom

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Because it’s often easier to picture how you might integrate a tool or strategy after seeing another educator do the same, here are some examples of how teachers are using digital tools in their own classrooms: McKenna Akane, a new STEM teacher in the Alberton School District in Montana, uses Bee-Bots.

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Bluum Launches Innovative Esports, STEAM, and Security Solutions

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Bluum’s diverse range of new offerings include best in class brands addressing everything from stem to school safety. The new Esports solution is designed to enhance student engagement and build a sense of community, effectively tapping into the growing interest in gaming.