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You don’t have to grow up to be a scientist
[[{“value”:” CC-By provided by the author This project includes multidisciplinary STEM activities. English and Science teachers are the ones who participated in this project. My students and I integrated all the activities to the objective of English, Science and ICT curriculum. Students used English language for all the activities. We integrated them with the learning outcomes of English: teachers’ and…
MIT Spark 2024 for Students
It’s time to register for MIT Spark! Spark is a weekend-long learning extravaganza for students in grades 7-10, featuring over 100 classes on diverse and fun topics taught by MIT students and community members on MIT’s campus. New this year! In the past, Spark was for 7th and 8th-grade students, and it’s expanded to include … MIT Spark 2024…
Page Turners- Best Books of February 2024
[[{“value”:” I have some great books to share- each was amazing in different ways. Do you ever find yourself with a month of reading when all the books are long? like long, long… Mind you, I love long books with lots of details, but… a 400-500 page book is work. However, on a good note, if the book is really,…
March Parent-Teacher Conferences
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 STEM IN-PERSON from 1:30-4:30 pm Meetings are BY APPOINTMENT ONLY and must be scheduled in advance using this SignUp Genius. There are no “drop in” conference times. Please review the available slots, and click on the button to sign up. Meetings outside of these times must be arranged separately with individual teachers. Please make sure…
Free Parent University sessions set for March, April and May
Parents are every child’s first teachers, and Dearborn Public Schools is offering some free lessons for those teachers. Parent University will be held this year on three Fridays: March 8, April 26 and May 17. The free, one-hour sessions are open to parents or other caregivers and their children ages 6 months to preschool. “The program is interactive for parents…
Decolonising the Classroom
Decolonising the Classroom Published: Current teaching methods in many nations across the globe tend to stem from Eurocentric traditions, which can be at odds with the communities and experiences of the students and teachers involved. Based at the University of Saskatchewan in Canada, Dr Geraldine Balzer is advocating the introduction of alternative methods and materials that give a broader…
Celebrating Student Innovation at the #STEMorbitsOhio State Showcase
[[{“value”:” Friday, the Ohio STEM Learning Network hosted the State Showcase for the #STEMorbitsOhio Design Challenge at Battelle’s headquarters. This event celebrated the innovation and hard work of all participating students, culminating in the announcement of the state winners of the challenge. Read on for a photo album from the event, state winners, and a full listing of all the…
Leveling Up Education: The Crucial Role of Real-World Application in Game-Based Learning
[[{“value”:” Play is a fundamental part of how learning occurs, and so it’s no surprise that fun and games have long been a cornerstone of education. Game-based learning and gamified curricula have captured the imaginations of educators and students alike. However, as we develop blending digital games and learning, the true potential of these innovative approaches lies not just in…
Howe Kids Club open house on March 7
Our neighbor down the hall Howe School will host an open house on March 7 for families interested in Kids Club for next year. Kids Club is paid before and after school child care. STEM students can also use this service. The open house will run from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Please enter through door 15. For more pricing…