Closes in 10 seconds skip ×
This will close in 10 seconds skip ×

STEM

The case for creativity in STEAM

FETC 2020 speaker Sylvia Martinez discusses how creativity is a key component of deep learning and how it can be integrated into the STEM curriculum.

High School Esports League joins forces with charitable foundation

The HSEL’s new partnership with charity Varsity Esports Foundation will help serve a larger pool of under-resourced K-12 students, hit future financial goals and enhance the learning environment for children interested in STEM programs and esports.

How will schools enhance computer science?

As more states and policymakers urge schools to expand computer science instruction, experts are examining the ramifications of how the subject is being integrated. 

NJ teacher has middle school esports program thriving

When asked about his title at Knollwood Middle School, Chris Aviles humbly responds: “Teacher.” There’s no denying it. It’s even there on his LinkedIn profile. But, after a bit of […]

FETC 2020 STEM Excellence Awards now accepting applications

The FETC 2020 STEM Excellence Awards are now accepting applications. Winners will be selected based on the use of interdisciplinary curriculum, as well as the collaboration, design, problem-solving and STEM experiences offered at the school.

How states and school districts are adopting the Next Generation Science Standards

In addition to science principles, the Next Generation Science Standards allow schools to build skills such as communication, collaboration and problem-solving.

Fri Oct 11th, 2019

NJ college launches new curriculum to help K-8 teachers “STEAM” ahead

William Paterson University becomes first in New Jersey, and one of very few in US, to offer graduate degree focus in STEAM.
Mon Oct 7th, 2019

Climate strikers push for stronger environmental ed

As young people protest to force the world's governments to take more aggressive action on climate change, American students are also urging teachers to offer comprehensive instruction on environmental challenges.
Wed Oct 2nd, 2019

Imagination Lab rekindles students’ excitement for learning

Enthusiasm and inquiry—not standardized testing anxiety—should drive learning. This belief led an Indiana district to turn an old swimming pool into The Imagination Lab.
Wed Sep 11th, 2019

How digital arts boost career skills

Students in Fort Mill Schools in South Carolina learn photo editing, video and animation techniques in all subjects to prepare for careers.
Tue Sep 10th, 2019

Leaders promote middle school CTE courses

Far north on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, eighth-graders attend a weeklong Careers in Technology summer camp that gets them thinking more seriously about what they want to be when they grow up.
Thu Aug 15th, 2019