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Dallas Independent School District Approves CoderZ and RoboXFor Pre-engineering and Robotics Certification Programs

November 8, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

DERRY, N.H. – Intelitek and CoderZ, an Intelitek company, announced today that the Dallas Independent School District has approved the CoderZ coding platform and the RoboX 3D simulation platform for the district’s ... Read more

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Free STEM Resources from Discovery Education and Partners Support National STEM Day 2024

November 7, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC — For observances of National STEM Day 2024, global edtech leader Discovery Education and select partners offer a ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Despite rising interest in STEM, girls face persistent obstacles

October 23, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

A new report reveals that internal factors outweigh demographics in shaping girls' STEM trajectories and longevity in the subject.

While efforts to increase girls' interest and participation in STEM learning and careers are working, girls still confront significant obstacles in STEM endeavors, leading to drops in their…

STEM & STEAM Trends

PAEMST honors teachers in communities like yours

October 2, 2024 by Content Provided by The National Science Foundation

The PAEMST is the top honor bestowed by the U.S. Government upon K-12 STEM teachers across the country--a milestone achievement.

As a school leader, you know better than anyone that teachers are the backbone of your school. Their commitment to serving the next generation and their dedication to…

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GMB Announces New Brand Centered on Creating Abundance in Education

August 14, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

Holland, Michigan – GMB, a planning, architecture, engineering, enrollment marketing, and branding firm serving schools and universities, has announced a ... Read more

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PCS Edventures! Announces Results for Fiscal Year 2024

July 1, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

BOISE, Idaho (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PCS Edventures!, Inc. (“PCSV”), a leading provider of K-12 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (“STEM”) ... Read more

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Putting the ‘E’ in integrative STEM instruction

June 26, 2024 by Laura Ascione

STEM learning essential, helping students develop skills such as critical thinking and problem solving–skills that will help them be successful ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Putting the ‘E’ in integrative STEM instruction

June 26, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Educators don't have to shy away from engineering--it's a STEM component that works across core content areas

Engineering and the engineering design process, when incorporated into classrooms correctly, can increase student engagement and subject matter understanding.

Top Approaches to Skill Building for Future-Ready Students

July 24, 2024April 30, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Integrating STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) subjects into curricula—from K-12 to higher ed levels—is essential in meeting the modern ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Empowering girls with STEM education to build tomorrow’s tech industry

April 29, 2024 by Elaine Marion, ePlus

STEM education programs must prioritize creating inclusive environments where girls feel encouraged to explore, take risks, and dream big.

All too often, female students are underrepresented in STEM classes. As a result, girls and young women have a hard time exploring the subjects and picturing themselves in…

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SME Education Foundation Expands Manufacturing and Engineering Opportunities to 15K Additional Michigan Students

April 18, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — More Michigan students will have access to new advanced manufacturing technology and training through the ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Museum of Science, Boston releases equity-oriented engineering curricula

February 29, 2024 by Laura Ascione

Youth Engineering Solutions (YES) brings the creativity and expertise of the Museum of Science into classrooms with engaging engineering curricula focused on equity.

Bringing public science learning beyond its onsite exhibits and programs, the Museum of Science, Boston has launched a collection of preK-8 engineering and STEM curricula designed to engage…

STEM & STEAM Trends

Friday 5: STEAM education in action

February 16, 2024 by Laura Ascione

STEAM education offers students many opportunities to develop in-demand skills needed for a growing workforce.

STEAM education--science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics--prepares students for success beyond high school by helping them develop much-needed durable skills such as critical thinking and problem-solving.

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Frontline Education Announces Chris Tonas as Chief Technology Officer

December 19, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Malvern, Pa. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Frontline Education, a leading provider of administration software purpose-built for educators in K-12, today announced ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Here’s why STEM Career Days are a great idea

November 29, 2023November 17, 2023 by Brian Consiglio, University of Missouri News and Information Team

High school students who attended STEM Career Days were far more likely to pursue STEM-related careers than those who did not participate.

When colleges host ‘STEM Career Days,’ the students who attend are far more likely to pursue a career in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) related field.

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Carnegie Learning Awarded LEVI Grant to Double the Rate of Middle School Math Progress by 2027

November 3, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Pittsburgh, PA – Carnegie Learning, a pioneer in AI-driven education technology, curriculum, and professional learning solutions for K-12, has been ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Building a representative STEM pipeline needs to start in kindergarten

October 25, 2023October 24, 2023 by Dr. Gregory Quarles, CEO, Applied Energetics

Efforts to fulfill a STEM pipeline cannot begin in college--we need more thoughtfulness and action occurring in K-12.

I believe that the low supply of STEM professionals can be attributed to significant barriers to entry originating in educational settings--this is to no fault of teachers and…

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Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Launches Sister Schools Program Across Four States and the Territory of Puerto Rico

October 24, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

WASHINGTON, D.C. –The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) today announced the launch of the ALAS Sister Schools Program, ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

3 best practices to create a STEM-focused school

October 23, 2023 by Ashish Vadalia, STEM Program Manager, Chesapeake Lighthouse Foundation

An educator shares tips and strategies to create a STEM-focused school to help students build STEM skills for career and life.

The benefits of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education are numerous, and one would be hard-pressed to find a school district that doesn’t have a project, initiative,…

AI in Education

Transhumanism and AI in education: Revolutionary leap or ethical abyss?

December 12, 2023August 17, 2023 by Russell Cailey, Managing Director, THINK Learning Studio

Education is at the start of an AI journey that demands technological innovation and ethical courage as it navigates transhumanism.

We collectively stand in the beginning stages of academic and technological innovation. Universities and labs across the globe are stirring a revolution. Transhumanism, a philosophy advocating for human…

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Cae Announces Multiyear Partnership with Project Lead The Way

August 3, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

NEW YORK – The Council for Aid to Education, Inc. (CAE), a leader in designing innovative performance tasks for measurement and instruction of ... Read more

AI in Education

Prompt engineering: Cultivating curiosity in the age of AI

December 12, 2023June 22, 2023 by Russell Cailey, Managing Director, THINK Learning Studio

AI will facilitate personalized learning and empower educators to effectively identify and address individual student needs.

Some of my most distinct memories from high school involve struggling to grasp abstract concepts without visual or interactive tools. When I was a high school student, technology…

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AeroFarms Celebrates World Environment Day with Bronx School PS 85

June 13, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Newark, New Jersey (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — AeroFarms®, a Certified B Corporation and leader in indoor vertical farming, will celebrate World ... Read more

Increase Student Engagement with 21 Hands-On Science Experiments

October 11, 2023June 7, 2023 by Jeff Festa

Download 21 educator-tested experiments to engage your students in hands-on science learning with Vernier technology. This e-book includes experiments in ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

4 ideas to consider when designing a STEM lab

May 25, 2023 by Catherine Ellis, Educational Specialist, Avantis Education

A STEM lab is a learning environment where students, irrespective of grade, can come together and actively participate in hands-on or practical STEM learning

Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education is focused on developing students’ skills and connecting these subject areas, preparing them for future careers and the real world. It’s…

STEM & STEAM Trends

From inspiration to impact: Attracting women to STEM

May 22, 2023 by Michelle Stie, Vice President of Teaching and Learning, National Math + Science Initiative

To interest young women in STEM-related careers, we must instill a passion for STEM education at an early age and continue to support them.

The number of women working in STEM jobs has increased 31 percent over the past decade, but women continue to be outnumbered by men in some of the…

STEM & STEAM Trends

4 ways to build engineering into your curriculum

May 18, 2023 by Jon Oosterman, Learning Specialist, Van Andel Institute for Education

By bringing engineering into our classrooms, we encourage our students to see the mechanics of the world around them

Engineering is arguably one of the most useful and relevant subjects in our schools today. Its impact on our world cannot be overstated. Engineers are the ones who…

DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access)

Can we make STEM more accessible for girls?

April 25, 2023 by Erin Werra, Content Writer & Strategist, Skyward’s Advancing K12 blog

With intentional efforts focused on eliminating barriers to STEM education, teachers can support girls as they pursue STEM studies

In the U.S., the workforce is pretty evenly split between men and women, but in STEM fields men make up 73 percent of the workforce to women’s 27 percent. Why?

Coding and Robotics

Robotics plays a key role in early STEM education

March 28, 2023 by Kevin Hogan

Listen to an industry expert explain how robotics offers the perfect way for younger students to develop critical higher-order skills

While many think of high school students engaged in mechanical engineering or robotics competitions when they hear the word “robotics,” the subject naturally lends itself to learners of…

Coding and Robotics

Why educational robotics is a critical STEM learning tool

February 24, 2023 by Laura Ascione

STEM learning can be challenging, but educational robotics offers students an opportunity for a hands-on, guided problem solving learning.

Engineering is a critical part of STEM education, and engineers play a role in creating, improving, and maintaining some of today's most valued and essential things, from smartphones…

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Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners Offer K-12 Teachers and Families Nationwide Digital Resources to Engage Students in Engineers Week

February 20, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education and its social impact partners present teachers and families nationwide a curated collection of engaging, ... Read more

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Students Go Behind the Scenes at the CMA Awards to Discover the Power of STEAM in a New Virtual Field Trip from Discovery Education and the Country Music Association

February 10, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Charlotte, NC — The Country Music Association and Discovery Education today announced a new virtual experience from their Working In ... Read more

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Back by Popular Demand: SHP Donates $10,000 to Students Across Ohio

February 8, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

Cincinnati – Architecture, interior design, and engineering firm SHP is awarding $1,000 scholarships to 10 high school students. The honors ... Read more

Explore Interactive Announces Partnership with Award-Winning Curriculum Developer, EiE

February 7, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Explore Interactive and EiE, the award-winning curricula division of the Museum of Science, Boston,are now collaborating ... Read more

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Museum of Science, Boston enters metaverse with “Mission: Mars” Roblox experience

January 31, 2023 by Joseph Casale, Account Executive, Denterlein

The immersive 3D “Mission: Mars” experience focuses on engaging students of all ages in the engineering design process

The Museum of Science, Boston is making its first move into the world of immersive online education with its launch of “Mission: Mars,” an educational experience on Roblox,…

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Intelitek Opens the First of 20 STEAM centers in the Republic of Ghana

December 23, 2022 by ESchool News Staff

DERRY, N.H. – In partnership with the Ghanaian Ministry of Education and Israeli government, Intelitek and its parent company, Robogroup ... Read more

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CoderZ Launches New Code Farm Coding and Robotics Course for Grades Four Through Six

December 5, 2022 by ESchool News Staff

DERRY, N.H. – When young students learn coding, they hone skills – such as computational thinking and collaboration – that ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

The ups and downs of girls in STEM

April 24, 2023November 25, 2022 by Erin Werra, Content Writer & Strategist, Skyward’s Advancing K12 blog

In the US, the workforce is pretty evenly split between men and women, but in STEM fields men make up 73 percent of the workforce to women’s 27…

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Benetech Inclusive AI Initiatives Break down Barriers to STEM

June 17, 2022 by ESchool News Staff

PALO ALTO, Calif. — June 17, 2022 —Benetech, the leading software for social good nonprofit, today announced two significant AI ... Read more

STEM & STEAM Trends

Local partnerships can build STEM workforce development in your district

December 7, 2022June 1, 2022 by Eric Forsythe, Ph.D, U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command, Army Research Laboratory

A proven program helps students gain a deeper understanding of STEM and the advanced manufacturing sector as they develop workforce skills.

The measurable success of recruiting students into STEM based pathways via a popular high school program known as FlexFactor has led the Department of Defense to recently invest…

Dallas Independent School District Approves CoderZ and RoboXFor Pre-engineering and Robotics Certification Programs

Free STEM Resources from Discovery Education and Partners Support National STEM Day 2024

Despite rising interest in STEM, girls face persistent obstacles

PAEMST honors teachers in communities like yours

GMB Announces New Brand Centered on Creating Abundance in Education

PCS Edventures! Announces Results for Fiscal Year 2024

Putting the ‘E’ in integrative STEM instruction

Putting the ‘E’ in integrative STEM instruction

Empowering girls with STEM education to build tomorrow’s tech industry

SME Education Foundation Expands Manufacturing and Engineering Opportunities to 15K Additional Michigan Students

Museum of Science, Boston releases equity-oriented engineering curricula

Friday 5: STEAM education in action

Here’s why STEM Career Days are a great idea

Carnegie Learning Awarded LEVI Grant to Double the Rate of Middle School Math Progress by 2027

Building a representative STEM pipeline needs to start in kindergarten

Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Launches Sister Schools Program Across Four States and the Territory of Puerto Rico

3 best practices to create a STEM-focused school

Transhumanism and AI in education: Revolutionary leap or ethical abyss?

Cae Announces Multiyear Partnership with Project Lead The Way

Prompt engineering: Cultivating curiosity in the age of AI

AeroFarms Celebrates World Environment Day with Bronx School PS 85

4 ideas to consider when designing a STEM lab

From inspiration to impact: Attracting women to STEM

4 ways to build engineering into your curriculum

Robotics plays a key role in early STEM education

Why educational robotics is a critical STEM learning tool

Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners Offer K-12 Teachers and Families Nationwide Digital Resources to Engage Students in Engineers Week

Students Go Behind the Scenes at the CMA Awards to Discover the Power of STEAM in a New Virtual Field Trip from Discovery Education and the Country Music Association

Back by Popular Demand: SHP Donates $10,000 to Students Across Ohio

Explore Interactive Announces Partnership with Award-Winning Curriculum Developer, EiE

Museum of Science, Boston enters metaverse with “Mission: Mars” Roblox experience

Intelitek Opens the First of 20 STEAM centers in the Republic of Ghana

Benetech Inclusive AI Initiatives Break down Barriers to STEM

Local partnerships can build STEM workforce development in your district

Savvas Learning Company Extends Collaboration with Cognizant, Leader in Driving Enterprise Transformation

AI-Enabled Personal Professional Learning Rural District Grant Winner Announced

Otus and Discovery Education Forge New Strategic Partnership to Maximize Student Achievement Nationwide

VHS Learning Among 136 Organizations Committed to Advancing Computer Science Education through CSforALL

95 Percent Group Grows Continuum of Science of Reading Professional Learning With Launch of 95 Foundational Tools for Paraprofessionals, Tutors, and School Staff

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