Tag: STEM
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Can ed-tech inequality be solved by roving buses with Wi-Fi and loads of equipment?
Beyond books: Libraries take to the streets with mobile computer labs, Wi-Fi, coaches This article was written by Chris Berdik Before retired teacher Estella Pyfrom, 78, ... -
Shifting the field of view: science stories in virtual reality
This article was written by Kate Patterson Since first donning a Virtual Reality (VR) headset only eight months ago, my personal relationship with this technology has ... -
Social media and video games in classrooms can yield valuable data for teachers
This article was written by Nick Pandolfo Social media, video games, blogs and wikis are playing increasingly important roles in classrooms across the country. Some worry ... -
Hit rewind: Coaching teachers virtually
This article was written by Chris Berdik Nothing in Linda Liptrap’s teacher training prepared her for the pencil onslaught. In 2013, as a novice math teacher ... -
Education technology is spreading fast, but there’s no recipe for success
This article was written by Nichole Dobo Many people are seeking the “secret sauce” for digital learning. As educators expand the use of education technology, they ... -
Tech for teaching: five trends changing higher education
This article was written by Gilly Salmon More than 1,000 years of formal university learning and teaching does not change quickly, or without a struggle. But ... -
Five reasons to teach robotics in schools
This article was written by Leon Sterling Technology is critical for innovation, yet schools struggle to get students interested in this area. Could teaching robotics change ... -
U.S. schools have more computers than ever. But what are they doing with all that (expensive) technology?
This article was written by Nichole Dobo A show-stopping school of innovation today can quickly devolve into tomorrow’s has-been. Keeping track of who’s doing what in ... -
Kids teaching robots: Is this the future of education?
This article was written by Chris Berdik Avatars, robots, elves are being invented to become virtual pupils, to help students learn by teaching What do a ... -
Tech for tots and teachers: promoting STEM learning in preK-3 classrooms
This article was written by Jamie Martines Toy building blocks aren’t an unusual sight in a preschool classroom. But teachers aren’t typically using them in a ...
