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Using Defined Learning to Empower Teachers to Shift Toward Design Thinking and Authentic Learning
“We have the best kids and the best teachers you’ll find anywhere.” While most people would say this about their schools, Pat Cooney, Assistant Superintendent of Student Learning for
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Propelling Forward With a Student-Centered Technology Lens
If there is one thing Tina Henckel, Director of STEM for Norwalk Public Schools in Norwalk, Connecticut knows, it’s how to pivot. Since 2018, Henckel and her team have
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Fostering Innovation in the Classroom
Marian Wright Edelman started the Children's Defense Fund because she is an American activist for children’s rights. She has campaigned for disadvantaged children, particularly those of color,
Read More3 Tips for Using Defined Learning and Seesaw
Nothing can create more powerful opportunities for your students than combining rigorous content with an engaging student learning system. Seesaw and Defined Learning make a great pair! Here are three
Read MoreAt-Home Ideas for Encouraging STEM Curiosity
March 6th is National Frozen Food Day. For students in school they cannot imagine a time we did not buy frozen food, but this ability to preserve nutrients as food
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5 Inspiring Books for Students on STEM Careers
A group of girls gather during the lunch hour in the school library. They are a part of a STEM club that meets each week to talk about their interests
Read MoreUsing Fairy Tales to Enhance STEM Teaching and Learning
February 26th is National Tell a Fairy Tale Day. Even though fairy tales are usually associated with younger children, all ages enjoy a good fairy tale. Read a fairy tale
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The Power of Art in PBL
Project-based learning is a powerful pedagogy when implemented with fidelity- the possibilities for learning are truly endless when teaching is contextualized in the real world. As we know, the real
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WHY is Project Based Learning Worth Doing in the Primary Classroom?
The use of project based learning (PBL) in primary classrooms is a natural connection to the fundamentals we encourage our young students to practice everyday in our classrooms. Connecting these
Read MoreElementary School STEM Activities for February
February 15th is World Hippo Day! Use this theme to get your students excited about learning! To explore lots of interesting facts about hippos head to this site. You can
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