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5 Elements of a Successful STEM Initiative
Working with a number of school systems around the country, I have witnessed a number of commonalities that lead to successful STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) learning experiences and
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Kid’s Curiosity: The Engine that Drives STEM Learning
I loved watching the science mystery sleuths in the series, “Mythbusters.” This mystery-solving TV series stirred my curiosity. And it stimulated the curiosity of many of my science students as
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Preparing Students to Thrive in a Modern Workforce
A middle school English teacher explains how she incorporates STEM skills like problem-solving, formulas, and tech into her word-filled classroom. With report after report touting the American economy’s need
Read MorePerformance Tasks and PBL: The Link Between Process and 21st Century Skills
By David Reese, Ed. D. In my role as Chief Academic Officer, I spend a large amount of time helping educators make decisions on strategies and tools to support authentic
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Research Shows Project Based Learning Accelerates Student Achievement
Project-Based Learning (PBL), an inquiry-based learning model that frames learning as challenges and focuses on student voice and choice, was the subject of four new studies released last month. From
Read MoreTips on Making Every Day Pi Day in the Classroom
In just a few days, on March 14, I will join with my friends, colleagues, and millions of others around the globe to celebrate Pi Day. For the uninitiated, Pi
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Phoenixville Area Middle School Combines Subjects in Cutting-Edge Program
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
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Four Teachers, Four Classrooms, One Cross-Curricular STEM Course
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
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Promoting Student Agency Through Project-Based Lessons
By David Reese, Ed.D. I frequently collaborate with teachers around the ideas of making learning authentic and relevant for students. The conversation is often driven by the need for
Read MoreTop 5 STEM Education Articles | February 2017
By Maggie O'Brien 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
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