Author: Matthew Lynch
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Why children need social media lessons
Peter Coe, Aston University It has given a voice to a generation, and helped unite people and communities far and wide. But social media is not ... -
Reading with your children: proper books vs tablets
Nicola Yuill, University of Sussex Most of us have an opinion about whether we prefer reading on screen or paper: but what difference does it make ... -
Why learn spelling or math if there’s an app for that?
Michael Cowling, CQUniversity Australia and Cris Brack, Australian National University There is no doubt that digital technologies have disrupted our modes of teaching. The resources and ... -
This science teacher says trust and hands-on lessons make all the difference for his middle-schoolers
Originally posted on Chalkbeat by Shaina Cavazos Name: Ronak Shah School: KIPP Indy College Prep Middle Current subject/grade: seventh grade science How did you get into ... -
How I Teach: A science teacher’s Method for pushing past ‘I don’t get it’
Originally posted on Chalkbeat by Christina Veiga Casey DePasquale’s foray into teaching was supposed to be temporary. She joined Teach for America a decade ago with ... -
Kiko Labs Adds New Games and Desktop Access to Help Early Learners Build the Foundational Cognitive Skills Necessary for School Readiness
Kiko’s Thinking Time, a neuroscience-based learning solution that helps build executive function and other cognitive skills, is now accessible on iOS and Android platforms and desktop ... -
This high schooler broke out of his shell with the help of 3D printing
Originally posted on Chalkbeat by Dylan Peers McCoy Indianapolis Public Schools opened a makerspace in Arsenal Technical High School last year in partnership with 1st Maker ... -
What the heck is STEM? (And eight other questions you might be too embarrassed to ask.)
Originally posted on Chalkbeat by Nicholas Garcia STEM … it’s not your father’s science class. But what the heck is it? It’s a good question. Chalkbeat ... -
How an award-winning teacher uses an app and camera phone to reinforce good math skills
Originally posted on Chalkbeat by Nicholas Garcia Looking to step up your technology game in the classroom, teachers? Check out all the cool apps and software ... -
Why is a STEM education important? Because it’s going to help me build a better water system for Ethiopia.
Originally posted on Chalkbeat by Yonas Bayu I find it unfair that people in the world live without their basic needs met. It is especially frustrating ...
