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EPIC

2025 EPIC Game: Rapid Runway

The Electric Propulsion Innovation Challenge (EPIC) ignites a passion for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and…

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STEM Files

Leveraging Engineering Design Challenges

Time is precious. So how do you make the most out of using engineering design…

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STEM Files

Digital Literacy in STEM Education

Digital Literacy in STEM Education The lines between the physical and digital are increasingly blurred.…

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Financial Literacy Uncategorized

Teaching Financial Literacy to STEM Students

Financial literacy is an essential life skill, but did you know it's also a great…

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STEM Files

7 Soft Skills Students Need for STEM Success

The landscape of STEM careers continues to evolve, with employers increasingly recognizing the importance of…

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STEM

Best Ways to Assess STEM Learning

STEM projects offer incredible opportunities for students to engage with science, technology, engineering, and math…

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Back to School STEM STEM Curriculum Units

STEM Fair Resources for Busy Teachers

Are you the courageous soul who is organizing the STEM Fair for your school? Or…

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STEM Holidays

Holiday STEM Challenge- Valentine’s Day

Are you looking for a great, engaging (and non-candy based) STEM Challenge for Valentine's Day? …

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STEM Essentials

STEM Essentials- Role Cards

In designing a STEM unit, we have developed a plan complete with standards and a…

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Formative Assessments

10 Formative Assessments for STEM

Are you worried that assessments are disrupting the flow of your STEM lessons? Using formative…

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4C's in STEM

The 4C’s in STEM: Creativity, Communication, Critical Thinking, Collaboration

Using the 4C's in STEM targets skills that employers seek and helps students build 21st…

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STEM

The Difference Between Project Based Learning and STEM

Project-Based Learning (PBL) and STEM are both educational approaches that aim to provide students with…

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Back to School

How STEM Lab Rules Benefit Kids

STEM labs provide a unique space that empowers students to take charge of their learning.…

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Effective STEM Classrooms

10 Characteristics of Effective STEM Classrooms

When entering a classroom, what indicators signal its effectiveness? The characteristics you observe can vary…

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Back to School

Launching Your STEM Year

The beginning of a new school year is an opportunity to generate student interest in…

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Back to School

That First Day

We're back at the beginning (again) and there is so much to do! So how…

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Back to School

Building STEM Communication Skills

Helping students learn and use STEM vocabulary in their analytical writing is crucial for their…

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Brown Bag STEM Challenge II

10 Easy STEM Projects for Engaging Students- The Brown Bag Challenge II

Back by popular demand is The Brown Bag STEM Challenge, where materials are low-cost, engagement…

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STEM Skills Summer STEM

Fun & Effective Strategies for Incorporating Summer STEM

Summer vacation is time for relaxation, exploration, but did you know that most kids forget…

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STEM STEM Skills

5 Strategies to Help Kids Build STEM Skills

As the demand for STEM skills continues to grow, it is crucial for educators to…

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Summer Science Experiments

4 Super Fun Science Experiments for Kids

Science experiments offer the perfect opportunity for kids to explore! They help kids think like…

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Uncategorized

Keeping Teamwork on Track with Collaboration Timers

In today's world, the ability to effectively collaborate is a key skill. We strive to…

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Engaging Students in STEM

Engaging Students in STEM: STEM Starters

Have you ever asked your students what a chart or graph means and heard crickets?…

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STEM Essentials

STEM Essentials- Developing (Great) Ideas

When we plan a STEM unit, there are a lot of steps that are part…

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STEM

The Difference between “Doing Projects” and Project Based Learning

As we continue to explore innovative teaching methods, the concepts of "doing projects" and project-based…

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STEM STEM @Home

How STEM Design Challenges Promote Creativity

STEM design challenges are an effective way to promote student creativity. By engaging in hands-on…

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STEM Skills

STEM Skills Challenge- 10 Challenges to Build Skills Employers Value

STEM skills are highly valued by employers due to their critical role in driving innovation,…

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2025 EPIC Game: Rapid Runway

Leveraging Engineering Design Challenges

Digital Literacy in STEM Education

Teaching Financial Literacy to STEM Students

7 Soft Skills Students Need for STEM Success

Best Ways to Assess STEM Learning

STEM Fair Resources for Busy Teachers

Holiday STEM Challenge- Valentine’s Day

STEM Essentials- Role Cards

10 Formative Assessments for STEM

The 4C’s in STEM: Creativity, Communication, Critical Thinking, Collaboration

The Difference Between Project Based Learning and STEM

How STEM Lab Rules Benefit Kids

10 Characteristics of Effective STEM Classrooms

Launching Your STEM Year

That First Day

Building STEM Communication Skills

10 Easy STEM Projects for Engaging Students- The Brown Bag Challenge II

Fun & Effective Strategies for Incorporating Summer STEM

5 Strategies to Help Kids Build STEM Skills

4 Super Fun Science Experiments for Kids

Keeping Teamwork on Track with Collaboration Timers

Engaging Students in STEM: STEM Starters

STEM Essentials- Developing (Great) Ideas

The Difference between “Doing Projects” and Project Based Learning

How STEM Design Challenges Promote Creativity

STEM Skills Challenge- 10 Challenges to Build Skills Employers Value

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