I’ve got a pretty tough job, because sometimes chemistry is a hard sell. Some students love it and embrace the periodic table and Newton’s laws of motion, but as research shows —a majority simply don't see how it connects to their lives. It's […]
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The article features insights from three educators emphasizing the importance of incorporating STEM into a comprehensive education. Hear from Superintendent Dr. Ruben Alejandro, English Teacher Lydia Winthrow, and Science Teacher Vicky Gorman as […]
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I have been teaching 7th-grade science for the past five years. Four years ago, I joined the staff at the Winkler Middle School in Concord, North Carolina. North Carolina is a state where the number of STEM jobs is growing, so it is up to […]
Read MoreEditor's note: This post is a follow-up from the previous article "Five Domains of a Future Ready Learner".
By David Reese | April 4th, 2017
My second trip to Istanbul to teach was during the beginning of the crisis in Syria. Thousands upon […]
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I have the amazing opportunity to work with educators across the United States and around the world. One of my first conversations always revolves around what matters. Recently, I worked with educators from the Virginia Beach City Public Schools and […]
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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 at me and told me to “not waste my time”. They went on to explain […]
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We had such a great response to our post on the Top 10 STEM Education Articles of 2016 that we decided to share our favorite articles on STEM education every month. Hopefully this will help shine a spotlight on the exceptional work […]
Read MoreBy Richard Cheng | THE Journal
Great things can come from humble beginnings.
Anthony Johnson, a former high school dropout, is a teacher of the year winner in his school district and the southwest region of North Carolina. He is also a finalist for […]
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Just as few modern-day workers could function in their jobs without a cell phone, a laptop, or periodic trips to Google, I want my students to learn how to solve problems using devices that will likely be similar to ones they will encounter for the […]
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Millennials today have too much student loan debt and are entering a workforce with not enough employment demand. Part of that stems from unrealistic expectations set by parents, colleges, and even K-12 institutions.
Ten years ago, I think we […]
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