“The transition to adulthood starts in preschool.” This sentence is fueling the educational reform in the Kankakee (IL) School District, where conversations about college and careers start earlier rather than later. From the moment students walk […]
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A STEM rotation model engages students in multifaceted projects with real-world implications.
What does it mean to truly apply classroom knowledge? Years ago, application meant a comprehensive exam or essay. In today’s educational environment, […]
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By Mathew Lynch - Education Week 4/6/2016
The STEM team at Huntingdon Area Middle School uses a rotational model to engage students in multifaceted, multimedia projects with real-world implications.
The dictionary defines "STEM" simply as an […]
Read MoreNominations from top K12 leaders led to the selection of products that enhance learning across the country
Northbrook, IL. – December 1, 2015 — Defined Learning's service "Defined STEM" has been recognized for making a positive difference in […]
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Career-connected learning doesn't have to wait until high school! In fact, it shouldn't! Learn how Kankakee School District is incorporating college and career readiness into the classroom as early as kindergarten.
Ask a third grader what she […]
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The article highlights Horace Mann Middle School's use of Defined, where teachers use tasks to create cross-curricular projects focused on STEM and ELA, fostering hands-on career exploration and providing students with practical skills while […]
Read MoreEducation is like a car. With acceleration, comes shifting gears. Without shifting, you’ll sit in park. As new […]
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This article is part of Defined's series on how schools are using innovative learning techniques.
At Phoenixville Area Middle School educators have introduced a new program, which they say is on the cutting edge of innovative learning.
Known as […]
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A Defined Learning Experience From Anthony Johnson, 5th Grade Science Teacher Isenberg Elementary School.
At the end of the school year, kids just get antsy. They are really stressed out from all the practice drills for end-of-year testing. We have […]
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Defined STEM is an excellent service that offers an enormous collection of pre-created problem and project-based learning resources for all core subjects in K-12. Each resource is built around a specific career to help increase […]
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