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6 STEM Projects Perfect For Elementary Teachers New To STEM

6 STEM Projects Perfect For Elementary Teachers New To STEM

​[[{“value”:” Are you new to STEM Projects? If you are I have some perfect challenges for you. Each has low prep using materials that you already have. Each is full of problem-solving and opportunities to encourage teamwork. STEM Projects at the beginning of the school year are always chaotic and stressful. Let me take some of those worries away with…

Telomeres: the chromosome tips that stave off ageing

Telomeres: the chromosome tips that stave off ageing

​[[{“value”:” Telomeres: the chromosome tips that stave off ageing Published: The ends of our chromosomes are capped with structures called telomeres, which protect our DNA when cells divide. Over time, chromosomes get shorter, and scientists think this erosion plays a role in the ageing process. Professor Julie Cooper and her team at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in…

Mechanical Hand Made of Cardboard

​[[{“value”:” CC-BY, Unsplash Introduction This educational activity was carried out during the skills workshops, in the context of the natural science lesson as well as in the IT lesson. It took 6 teaching hours and 34 students of the fifth grade of the primary school participated. The theme is related to the human body and the anatomy of the hand….

New Texas-Specific CoderZ Computer Science Courses Are Fully Aligned to the Revised TEKS for Technology Applications

​[[{“value”:” Built from the ground up Built from the ground up to help Texas teachers meet updated state standards, the new courses provide students in grades three through six with hands-on learning that lays the foundation for STEM careers DERRY, N.H. – July 17, 2024 – When the revised Technology Applications TEKS take effect this fall, Texas teachers can be…

Best STEM Summer Camps In London (2024)

Best STEM Summer Camps In London (2024)

​[[{“value”:” There are many camps and classes for kids to attend in London year-round that can get them started on STEM. Take the guesswork out of finding a summer camp for your child with these amazing STEM camps in London.  You’ll find that this huge city has many learning opportunities in schools, museums, and more. Many of these organizations also…

How do young people manage their career pathways?

How do young people manage their career pathways?

​[[{“value”:” How do young people manage their career pathways? Published: Finding a good job that is well-paid and satisfying is becoming increasingly difficult for many young people. Professor Jason Heyes, from the Sheffield University Management School, in the UK, is investigating the difficulties faced by young people moving between jobs, and which policies are most effective to improve their opportunities….

Sustainability with Biomimicry and STEM

​[[{“value”:” CC-BY, Unsplash Sustainability is a critical aspect of addressing environmental challenges and ensuring the well-being of our planet and future generations. Biomimicry and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) are two powerful approaches that can play significant roles in achieving sustainability goals. Biomimicry is an approach that draws inspiration from nature’s designs, systems, and processes to create sustainable solutions….

STEAMagic Boxes – Educational Resources Created by Students

​[[{“value”:” CC-BY, Unsplash All the students from our school and kindergarten (aged 3-14 years) are involved in our specific Hands-on Science Program. Kindergarten children are amazing scientists. They observe and explore with an open mind, curiosity and great enthusiasm. Often these wonderful scientists draw conclusions so scientifically accurate that they leave you speechless. They use simple words, according to their…

How are flexible electronic devices solving healthcare challenges?

How are flexible electronic devices solving healthcare challenges?

​[[{“value”:” How are flexible electronic devices solving healthcare challenges? Published: Advances in healthcare are not only made by healthcare professionals. Led by Dr Radu Sporea, a team of electronics engineers and surgeons at the University of Surrey in the UK and Gachon University in South Korea is developing a wearable electronic device to monitor a patient’s blood flow as they…

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