Applications open January 16, 2024, for Ohio STEM Learning Network’s and Code.org’s Computer Science Professional Learning. These educators will be trained in teaching Code.org’s Computer Science Discoveries and Computer Science Principles courses. The Ohio STEM Learning Network will facilitate this comprehensive year-long training, specifically designed for middle and high school teachers. Shaunta M. Ford stands out as a dedicated…
One of the very first structures I ever built with students was a bridge. Boy, I could have used some tips about building bridges right then! This was many, many years ago when I was the Science Club sponsor. At one of our club meetings, I gave students some spaghetti strands (uncooked), some tape, and a cup of pennies….
Are you ready for STEM Challenges you Must Try? I have some favorite challenges for many reasons. Students have their favorites- which are always different than mine. And then, there are the challenges you must try. I’m sharing 10 Must-Try Challenges today and will explain why for each. “In this post, for your convenience, you may find Amazon Affiliate…
It’s no secret that computer science is just about everywhere. We’re using it to create art, push the boundaries of medical science, and even find ancient cities hidden in the jungle. As technology advances, educators are working hard to ensure that our kids can take full advantage of the opportunities coding can give them. But in a school day…
Are you ready to join the tens of thousands of classrooms that participate in the Hour of Code during CSEdWeek every year? This global event is a great way to spark students’ interest in STEM, develop their computational thinking skills, and inspire them to create their own projects. With over a thousand available activities and teacher resources, there’s something…
