eSchool News

APRIL 25, 2025

Educators in Miami-Dade County Public Schools use Gemini to generate quizzes and answer keys, and students are creating study materials aligned to concepts they’re struggling with for personalized tutoring and support. With Gemini, my planning is so fast and easy, said STEM teacher Natali Barretto.

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eSchool News

JUNE 27, 2025

A study published in Frontiers in Psychology concluded that game-based learning has a moderate to large effect on students’ cognitive, social, emotional, motivational, and engagement outcomes–especially in early education. A 2021 Heliyon study confirms that game-based learning boosts technical knowledge and digital citizenship.

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k12 Digest

JULY 1, 2025

Since 2009, he has taught History, English, and Theology in the United States, and has since expanded his expertise to the Social Sciences, Humanities, and Business studies in China. Sgourdos also holds CAGS from the University of Notre Dame and Harvard Business School.

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Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2025

Through competitive gaming, students strengthen digital literacy, teamwork and social-emotional skills , while also creating pathways to explore STEM learning and career readiness. By focusing on hurricane-resistant schools, the challenge connected STEM learning to real-world community needs. Focus on teacher support.

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k12 Digest

JULY 24, 2025

For decades, chemistry has been considered a “gatekeeper” course within STEM education, with nearly 50% of college students failing, withdrawing, or dropping introductory chemistry courses (ACS, 2020).

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JUNE 4, 2025

STEM isnt just the latest teaching topic: Its an innovative, cross-curricular way to strengthen problem-solving and critical thinking skills across science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. And when you introduce STEM into your classroom, you get some of the coolest projects around! Launch STEM learning with bottle rockets 2.

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Edsurge

MAY 9, 2025

Not only do these courses offer students a jump-start on credits once they get to college, but they also equip them with skills like time management, critical thinking and study habits that researchers say encourage them to enroll and stay in college. Students in these courses enroll in college at higher rates, according to the study.

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eSchool News

APRIL 24, 2025

When asked for their best advice when it comes to AI and math education, for example, 61 percent of educators polled suggested that students view AI as a mentor or study partner rather than a crutch, while nearly half (49 percent) see value for students in using AI for help with the process of learning math concepts, rather than to give answers.

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Edsurge

JUNE 11, 2025

Research increasingly shows that creativity fuels deeper learning, especially in STEM education. A 2021 OECD study found that 15-year-olds consistently show lower levels of creativity and curiosity than 10-year-olds globally. Yet traditional methods often fall short.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

The Rise of Online Learning Online learning has increasingly become a staple in education, with studies showing that over 30% of students now prefer it over traditional classroom settings. A study from the U.S. Department of Education found that 77% of online students reported a better balance between their studies and personal life.

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eSchool News

JULY 20, 2017

This process can happen when studying any subject, not just English language arts. Next page: How writing improves STEM learning; closing the writing gap). In the best classrooms, writing for learning is facilitated through collaboration with a peer or revision based on feedback from a teacher.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 2, 2025

A Global Youth Culture study found that 60% of young people report experiencing depression, 66% struggle with anxiety, and 35% have had suicidal thoughts. Students’ mental health struggles often stem from physical and emotional abuse, bullying, substance abuse, and basic needs like housing and food insecurity.

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k12 Digest

JUNE 2, 2025

A Global Youth Culture study found that 60% of young people report experiencing depression, 66% struggle with anxiety, and 35% have had suicidal thoughts. Students mental health struggles often stem from physical and emotional abuse, bullying, substance abuse, and basic needs like housing and food insecurity.

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eSchool News

MAY 5, 2025

This feeling of not being a math person creates the mindset that ones math ability cannot change meaningfully over time through study and practice. To me, math identity is the belief in ones ability to do math and use it in life.

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Teaching with a Mountain View

JUNE 12, 2025

These interactions are more than just a social studies lesson… they show students what it takes to be an active member of their community! Brainstorm a list of additional professionals who could enrich the day: local small business owners, healthcare professionals, tradespeople, or even college students studying unique fields.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

MAY 21, 2025

These easy science experiments for 2nd graders and exciting STEM projects for kids are perfect for igniting curiosity. Study the states of matter with quick experiments for kids Projected Time : 5-20 minutes, but can vary Concepts : States of matter Materials : Varies This age group loves anything they can dig their fingers into.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

JULY 15, 2025

Study cause and effect with a Rube Goldberg machine 7. Build the sturdiest bridge in class One of the classic STEM activities for middle school , this team project uses elements of both mechanical and civil engineering, as well as teamwork. Build the sturdiest bridge in class 3. Create race cars with everyday items 4.

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k12 Prospects

MAY 22, 2025

Special Funding Programs: Some districts receive targeted funding for STEM education, career and technical programs, and digital learning initiatives. Strategy: Show how your EdTech, curriculum, or service aligns with funding categories like STEM, special education, or digital equity.

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Teaching with a Mountain View

JULY 3, 2025

Community Building and STEM: Save Fred This is a classic teamwork activity! Science and Social Studies Mr. Potato Head Observations: What’s the number one job of an excellent scientist? If you use flexible seating in the classroom, this post has tips for managing flexible seating on the first day of school. To make great observations!

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 30, 2025

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. They inspire projects, from digital art to ecological studies, and foster a welcoming space for learning. Theyre a bridge to community too.

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eSchool News

JUNE 30, 2025

But then she saw kids enjoying the lessons and getting a STEM confidence boost. But in April, the Trump administration cancelled funding for Take Flight and over 800 other STEM education projects funded by the National Science Foundation. That matters because rural students are less likely to go into STEM fields.

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Cal Matters

JULY 10, 2025

Muñoz’s case is one of at least 1,000 lawsuits against California school districts and counties stemming from AB 218 , a sexual abuse reform law that took effect in 2020. The group also wants the state to study the possibility of a victims’ fund that’s not entirely monetary; it could also include mental and physical health services.

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Teach Hub

JUNE 10, 2025

Keep evenings manageable so they still have time and energy to study, finish homework, and get a good night’s sleep. Remind your child to make sure that they’re consistent with their study and homework routine right up until the very last day of school. But academics still matter, especially now.

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Teachers Pay Teachers

MAY 30, 2025

STEM Curriculum for 5th Grade – STEM Activities Challenges Task Cards By Meredith Anderson – Momgineer STEM Activities Grades: 5th This resource has all the planning done for you so that implementing STEM into your lessons is streamlined throughout the school year.

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Edsurge

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

Vincent College's Fred Rogers Center for Early Learning and Children’s Media to study interactions between teachers and students through the use of technology. This two-year researcher-practitioner partnership aims to increase participation of underrepresented minority students in postsecondary STEM programs.

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Edsurge

APRIL 21, 2025

Researchers at UCLA and the University of Nebraska found in a 2021 study that the government makes an estimated 5 percent to 9 percent profit each year for a minimum of 30 years for every child that goes through Head Start, because the program promotes sustainable self-sufficiency. Its also proven to be cost-effective.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 9, 2022

STEM education is in crisis in the United States. million STEM jobs in the U.S. It’s an exciting time for space exploration and perhaps the launch pad American educators and employers need to renew students’ interest in STEM education–and in turn, create a pipeline of new technical talent in the U.S.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 24, 2023

These numbers are reflective of the broader STEM community and related career fields, including scientists and mathematicians. Women, for instance, make up only 28 percent of the STEM workforce, whereas Black, Hispanic, and Asian adults combined make up only 30 percent. The number of U.S. The number of U.S.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

We hear it time and again, but the truth of the statement cannot be emphasized more: STEM education is vital to our nation’s success as a productive leader in the global economy. Nearly all Americans (94 percent) in a recent survey say STEM education creates a love of science and mathematics in children from a young age.

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eSchool News

APRIL 8, 2025

Key points: Probeware is key in helping students make sense of scientific concepts 5 powerful ways to link STEM lessons to real-world applications Rural areas are poised for unique STEM education, but need more resources For more news on STEM learning, visit eSN’s STEM & STEAM hub STEM careers are on the rise.

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eSchool News

DECEMBER 2, 2024

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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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

It’s common knowledge that engaging–and retaining–girls and women in STEM classes, STEM degrees, and STEM careers is an ongoing challenge. Some key elements in this equation are representation, along with ensuring girls and women have role models to support them in their STEM learning and career paths.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

By now, we’ve all heard about STEM, the acronym for science, technology, engineering, and math education. Most people have heard of STEAM, which includes arts education along with STEM and allows students to be more creative in their exploration of more technical subjects. STEM and STEAM.

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eSchool News

JULY 25, 2022

Although I love teaching all subjects, I always choose English/language arts and social studies, in part because I love the challenge of engaging young leaners in these important subjects. Using this digital tool is a great way to deliver an engaging social studies lesson.

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eSchool News

MAY 22, 2023

Not only is it important to see more women fill STEM jobs from an equity standpoint, but there is also a lack of professionals to fill the demand for future STEM roles, projected to grow by 11 percent over the next decade. By the time they’re in college, 58 percent of young women disqualify themselves from STEM jobs.

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eSchool News

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

By introducing students to STEM careers and sparking interest in essential industries like manufacturing, programming, and engineering, state leaders and district administrators are inspiring students to explore and learn about critical industries while paving the way for the workforce of tomorrow.

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eSchool News

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

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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