When I reflect on my journey in education and my passion for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), it all traces back to a transformative experience during my senior year in high school. Little did I know that this outdoor education excursion at Bradford Woods in Indiana would ignite a fire within me, leading to a lifelong commitment to inspire young minds in the world of STEM. 

Topics: STEM, STEM education, Women in STEM, Girls in STEM, STEM Careers

Topics: STEM education, Podcast, Virtual Conference, MimioSTEM, Ready. Set. STEM, Unbox Innovation

Picture this: A teacher tells the class, “Let’s play a game! I’ll say a word and you tell me the first sound you hear. What is the first sound in ‘dog’?” Students eagerly respond, “D!” Smiles abound.

Topics: Classroom Technology, Education Technology, ELL, Classroom Audio, student learning, audio solution, audio, hearing, Phonemic Awareness, phonics

 

Topics: Education Technology, Professional Development for Teachers, teacher professional development, EOS Education

In Weld County RE-1 schools, the challenge was clear: engage a diverse student population, especially those with special needs. Traditional teaching methods fell short. A key solution? Implementation of Mimio Robo E3 Pro 3D printers for teaching and learning. 

Topics: Case Studies, 3D printing, STEM education, Robo3D, MimioSTEM, Success Story

Ensuring equity in education is critical, more so given the recent rapid changes in how instruction is delivered and received. Every student, regardless of their abilities, should have a personalized learning program that supports their needs, and this is where Project-Based Learning (PBL) comes into play. PBL is a valuable approach to foster equity and fairness and promotes active engagement while helping to develop essential 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and problem solving. 

Topics: Project-Based Learning, tips for teachers, Personalized Learning

 

Topics: Classroom Collaboration, collaborative learning, awards, technology, Clevertouch, CleverShare, AV solution, CleverHub

On November 1st, join us for a STEM-tastic day for educators - Ready. Set. STEM: A Day to Spark Inspiration and Innovation! This virtual conference is the perfect opportunity for educators to gear up for National STEM Day. Ready. Set. STEM will be a day filled with interactive sessions led by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), educators, and ed tech specialists who will share their personal stories, experiences, and answer your questions on how to effectively implement STEM in your classrooms. 

Topics: STEM education, Virtual Conference, MimioSTEM, Ready. Set. STEM, STEM Day

Educators worldwide face the challenge of assessing students effectively. The shift to remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need for interactive assessments to keep students engaged, whether in-person or online. For instance, interactive displays became valuable tools for remote learning and adhering to social distancing guidelines when students returned to in-class instruction. Digital display solutions enabled collaborative learning, firmly establishing interactive assessments as a modern educational foundation. 

Topics: Education Technology, classroom assessment, tips for teachers, learning resources, formative assessment, interactive displays

Ensuring the safety of students and staff is a top priority for teachers and school administrators. When everyone knows they are in a secure place, teachers can concentrate on teaching, and students can feel confident about coming to school to learn and grow. This security is made possible with the right technology and providing teachers with effective training to ensure that the school environment is safe and supportive. 

Topics: Education Technology, Professional Development for Teachers, teacher training, school, teacher professional development, campus communication, campus safety, School Safety