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Sep 11, 2015

5 Ways Parents Can Support STEM Learning

Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) skills are an increasingly important part of K-12 curriculum. How can you help encourage (or spark) an interest in these fields with your child? Take a look at these five simple tips to engage your child in STEM learning outside of the classroom.
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Sarah Cornelius

Sep 01, 2015

[Back-to-School] FREE Printable Resources

Check out our Teacher Resource Pack with 52 pages of FREE downloadable math and ELA materials for Kindergarten through 6th grade classrooms!
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Sarah Cornelius

Jun 29, 2015

[How to] Bringing a Makerspace into Your Classroom

The maker movement is a great opportunity for teaching STEM subjects, and it's easy to incorporate in your classroom! All that's really needed are a few basic materials, a willingness to learn new things, creativity, and the patience to struggle.

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Scott Sterling

Jun 17, 2015

Three Must-Have Elements for a Successful Summer Plan

A clear, well-developed plan is a key element of all successful summer school programs. Hartford Public School's summer math plan is a great example of a focused, organized, and attainable program.
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Stephanie Abbott

Apr 21, 2015

The Joy of Failing

Teaching students that failure is an opportunity to learn is a shift in the lens of instruction, and is one of the most fundamental elements of a STEM education.
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Winnie O'Leary

Mar 31, 2015

Girls in STEM: Translating Interest into Achievement

In the past several decades, huge progress has been made in closing the gender-equality gap, but they remain severely under-represented in the fast-growing STEM fields. How can we encourage women to pursue STEM education and careers to help fill critical (and well-paying) jobs and close the gap?
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Sarah Cornelius

Mar 18, 2015

CCSS and Its Impact on Math Curriculum

Educators and policymakers have spent significant time deconstructing and decoding the new Common Core State Standards in mathematics with the hope of bringing forward a better set of standards to propel mathematics learning and ultimately lead to success.
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Christy Spivey

Mar 13, 2015

[Digital Learning Day] Embracing the Shift Toward Online and Blended Learning

Thanks to technology, content can be available for student learning on a 24/7 basis. Individual needs and learning styles can be addressed more successfully, and learners become more responsible and accountable for their own education. This Digital Learning Day, let’s look at online learning through the eyes of a classroom teacher and consider how teaching practices must evolve to meet the needs of today’s unique learners.
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Winnie O'Leary

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