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Norwalk Public Schools uses Defined Learning to create a launchpad for teachers to get started with PBL
A district leader discusses how they determined the best way to scale PD and prepare teachers to implement project-based learning. “What does Project-Based Learning (PBL) look like for Norwalk?” This
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3 Ways to Prepare Educators to Teach PBL
Passion is a driving force in all facets of life, especially teaching and learning. Learning in Community Consolidated School District 59 (CCSD59) in the Chicago suburbs reflects the actual work
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Girls’ education has been a major focus for researchers for decades. I strongly advocate for more STEM success and preparation for girls. I write blog posts on girls and STEM
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Spring Into STEM Learning
A group of students gathers outside in a large grassy area. Their teacher is giving directions and assigning students to teams; launch team, diagnostic team, retrieval team, and evaluation team.
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Guide to Successful Sustainability of a K-12 Initiative
As a new teacher, I remember listening intently to my school leader share new initiatives we would be required to implement. As I feverishly took notes, two veteran teachers looked
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How to be an Award-Winning Teacher
On the first day of school, I issue my students a PASSPORT (which stands for Preparing All Students for Success by Participating in an Ongoing Real-world simulation using Technology) and
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3 Tips on Connecting Social Studies and STEM
Just because the "s" in STEM does not stand for "social studies" does not mean that social studies does not have a place. Economic, geographic, and
Read More10 Online Tools to Help You Create Beautiful Classroom Presentations
By Gloria Kopp Slideshows and presentations, whether they are PowerPoint or otherwise, are a great way to introduce new concepts and educate your students in new and exciting ways so
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Why STEM Subjects Are More Important Now Than Ever
Increasing globalization and digitization in the modern world have caused a higher demand for skilled workers in STEM jobs and careers. At a time when cryptocurrencies are turning the world
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3 Tips on Implementing Project-Based Lessons in Your Class
Think about your job today. Have you ever been given a formal assessment to prove you know the ins and outs of your job? Probably not. In today’s economy,
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