Posts about STEM/STEAM
A High School Math Teacher at Camden County Schools Uses PBL to Drive Student Achievement
"It’s easier than you think!" This is the advice I gave to my colleagues who were hesitant to try Project Based Learning (PBL) using the Defined Learning
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Tips for Gearing Up for STEM in the Fall
Happy summer, filled with lots of good sunshine and time to explore! And during that prized time, perhaps your STEM preparation for the coming fall is ramping up – or will
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By Maggie O'Brien | November 2017 Each month, we review news articles written on STEM education and project-based learning (PBL) and list five that we think are exceptionally inspiring
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5 Domains of a Future Ready Learner
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
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How to Successfully Flip Your STEM Classroom
By Alan Oakman When I was a student, I used to wish for two things: no boring lectures and no homework. The tides have changed and I have become a
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Hawaii Partners with Defined to Engage Students in Energy Curriculum
The Hawaii State Department of Education (HIDOE) is moving to further support Ka Hei, its statewide strategic program kicked off in 2014 that educates students about sustainable energy transitions happening
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Project Based Learning: The Possibilities and Pitfalls of a Promising Learning Style
Let’s say that you’ve heard the hype about Project Based Learning (PBL), perhaps tried some PBL ideas you’ve read about, but you haven’t actually put the
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STEM is Just the Beginning
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
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STEM and PBL: A Perfect Combination
In today’s educational culture, you would be hard-pressed to find a school that did not count STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) or Project-Based Learning (PBL) as one of
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How I Expose My Students to the Real World
As a STEAM teacher, I believe it is critical that our students understand and make connections between the classroom and the real world. While not every child aspires to be
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