Personalizing history for more impactful student learning
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Personalizing history for more impactful student learning
Social studies teachers can help students personalize history by embracing individualized pathways and oral or local history projects
3 ways to build engagement in STEM classrooms
With the push to build STEM literacy and get more students—especially girls—into STEM fields, engagement is needed across science disciplines
How robotic gamification helped my elementary students love STEM
Coding platforms offer virtual programming services where children can learn code through games
Most high school grads feel their skills aren’t up to par
Family, friends, and educators help students make decisions, develop confidence, and identify personal aptitudes as they leave high school
6 tips to help start an elementary esports program in your school
Conversations around esports have centered on collegiate and secondary levels, but recently, the conversation has expanded to include elementary esports too
Computer science classes have an equity issue–some NYC educators are trying to change that
Computer science training has to start when children are younger to give students a stronger foundation
An OER curriculum brings my students’ lives into our classroom
An OER science curriculum has completely revolutionized the way I teach and has transformed the way my students relate to their learning
STEM learning makes this educator shine
Her belief in edtech and a strong STEM foundation is helping underserved students excel and envision their future
7 Black History Month resources to use the whole year
Black History Month teaching materials offer excellent insight to help students grasp the challenging topics surrounding race and prejudice
The phonics fix?
Some teachers are reconsidering the role phonics plays in modern elementary education and turning more often to a science of reading-based approach
NASA’s latest mission can fuel STEM engagement
If we don’t address the STEM talent shortage, America will continue to struggle to compete for new developments within technology, engineering, and beyond
Foundational literacy is key to reversing post-COVID reading declines
We need schools, communities and individuals working together on equitable opportunities to put students on the path to reading proficiency
Gen Z students want STEM careers
Gen Z students have a keen interest in STEM--an interest that continues to grow particularly among women and students of color
Students are still behind in math–what needs to change?
Educators face the daunting task of addressing lost instructional time from the pandemic, while also managing drops in math achievement and teaching grade-level content
Understanding historical trends and patterns in student data
Historical student data review helps teachers identify and address the most urgent learning needs in their classrooms
The ups and downs of girls in STEM
With intentional efforts focused on eliminating barriers to STEM education, teachers can support girls as they pursue STEM studies
Schools can do better than retaining struggling readers
A school psychologist explains alternatives to retaining students who aren’t reading at grade level
Give teachers ownership to make computer science a success
To ensure a smooth transition to teaching computer science, education leaders will need to empower teachers during the change
How our district engages students in a CTE program
Despite computer science skills growing in demand, CTE remains an elective in most districts, with many students never experiencing the joy of coding
3 ways to make inflation interesting for students
Storytelling can be an effective way for teachers to make topics like inflation relevant to students
We can teach math better–here’s how
Just as the science of reading has shown that some instructional practices are more effective than others, research points toward a more effective ‘science of math’
Dedication to STEM learning makes this eSN Hero Awards winner a standout leader
Her belief in edtech and a strong STEM foundation is helping underserved students excel and envision their future
Why we should be teaching students economic literacy
More high schools are offering courses on personal finance – but what about economics?
Problem-based learning helped boost my underserved students’ engagement
The hands-on education my students received caused them to think about who they are as students and citizens of the world
Don’t wait: The importance of early dyslexia intervention
Students with dyslexia need to be provided with interventions--early interventions--that are specific to their needs
7 educators share back-to-school action plans
Back-to-school season comes with a mix of excitement and hesitation--here's how 7 educators are handling school openings in their schools and districts
3 reasons literacy is essential in child development
Literacy is linked to things like graduation rates, socio-economic status, and even the development of social-emotional skills like empathy
Building a Successful Certification Program at Your Institution
Education is about creating opportunities for students to succeed as productive employees and citizens in their communities--here's what to do in your school
3 strategies we use to turn struggling students into confident readers
Research-based teaching strategies and intentional edtech use can help struggling readers thrive
Gen Z students are aiming for STEM careers
Gen Z students have a keen interest in STEM--an interest that continues to grow particularly among women and students of color
With the right instruction, tech opens doors for ELLs
One device can open many doors for English language learners, especially if they take their edtech home and teach their family members to use it
The critical link between scholastic esports and career pathways education
Few students will have careers as esports athletes, but all will enter the workforce, applying skills they learned in scholastic esports to any number of careers
Powerful strategies to motivate girls in STEM
Classrooms that make STEM learning a priority and encourage girls to get involved are paving the way for future success
How I use PowerPoint to make learning more engaging
One of the easiest ways to incorporate technology into the classroom is with the use of engaging presentation technology and tools
How I use technology to keep PE relevant in the 21st century
Physical education teachers are using the latest learning strategies to keep PE relevant and ensure students are practicing their 21st-century skills
5 tech tools I use in my elementary music classroom
Technology enables the creation and use of digital music--how are you exposing students to digital music creation in your music classroom?
AI education is critical for an equitable tomorrow
A game-changing tool for intervention, AI education is primed to revitalize economies and uplift learning and earning potential
Build ‘beyond the game’ for max esports impact
Research shows that the more extensively an esports program is implemented, the greater the gains
How I use digital curriculum in my math classroom
Technology in the math classroom helps students to learn through presentation and engagement across a wide range of learning styles
5 ways to create a strong math culture in your schools
A strong math culture can help students develop positive habits and mindsets that improve their math competency
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The Complete Guide to Computer Science Education for Elementary Classrooms
Introducing computer science at the elementary level gives young learners a strong foundation for the future. By learning tech skills early, students are set up for success in school and…
Take measure of your mathematics practices
DNA Mathematics professional development empowers educators to master the mathematics being taught in classrooms. To exemplify the benefits of DNA Mathematics, download our FREE white paper now to learn a…
Enhance PreK-5 STEAM and CS Instruction with playful, screen-free robotics!
Research shows that young students learn STEAM and Computer Science best with hands-on, playful experiences. Meet KIBO, the screen-free robot, where students problem solve, engineer, collaborate, and develop their computational…