STEM education has changed significantly over the past decade. It is no longer just about completing science experiments, building the tallest tower with popsicle sticks, or learning how to code a robot. While these activities certainly have value, today’s classrooms...
AI has been a huge force in education for some time now, changing the way educators and students teach and learn. In our rapidly evolving educational landscape, teachers are constantly seeking new and creative ways to engage students and tailor...
Inquiry-based learning is a powerful way to learn about the world. It’s also a great way to engage students in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) topics, which have become more relevant in the classroom than ever. A SpaceX inquiry...
By now you’ve probably heard of Chat GPT, and perhaps some of the issues it’s raising in the realm of the internet, especially in the world of education. While some people find Chat GPT to be quite controversial, there are...
This is a guest post written by Jessica Robinson. Technological advancements are always setting a new pace for life whether we’re ready for them or not. Technologies like AI, VR, and AR are now a reality right from our homes,...
Science is one of those subjects that gets a lot of students excited and curious about learning. It’s also one of those subjects that teachers sometimes feel apprehensive about teaching, and for a variety of reasons; it can be daunting...
Understanding cause-and-effect is an incredibly important skill that students need to learn in order to make sense of the patterns around them. Understanding cause and effect relationships allows students to apply logical reasoning, consider multiple perspectives, and draw informed conclusions...
Inquiry-based learning can be a lot of fun – especially finding lots of great ideas and inspiration. However, I tend to hit a roadblock when it comes to finding high-quality inquiry project ideas to implement. Inquiry projects should be creative,...
When you hear the word “robotics”, what comes to mind? R2D2? The Mars Rover? Wall-E? Rosie from The Jetsons? Or perhaps your Roomba comes to mind. Either way, robotics is gaining prominence as we discover new ways to get things...
I recently stumbled upon the concept of scenario-based learning a while back when I was trying to think of ways to immerse students in a “future reality” type of scenario. I was also trying to come up with a way...
