Tag: STEAM
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Using Technology to Inspire Reluctant Readers
Every teacher has dealt with students who don’t like reading. These students, often called “reluctant readers”, can present a real challenge for even the most experienced ... -
Using Technology to Empower Students with Special Needs
Technology in the classroom can serve as a great equalizer. When used correctly, technology can help teachers differentiate instruction and empower students with special needs. There ... -
Are wealthy donors influencing the public school agenda?
This article was written by Rebecca Jacobsen, Jeffrey Henig, and Sarah Reckhow School boards have often been portrayed as old-fashioned and dysfunctional, so much so that some school ... -
The Absence of Internet at Home is a Problem for Some Students
While it may seem like almost everyone has internet access, a shocking number of families lack fast or reliable internet connections. There are roughly 5 million ... -
Is EdTech Really Transforming Education?
It’s no surprise that technology has changed the way we live in the world. It’s transformed everything from the way we form relationships, shop, do business ... -
Reframing the Debate About Screen Time
Screen time has become the enemy of parents and educators alike. We’ve heard countless experts tell us that too much screen time is bad for children. ... -
Can Coding Improve Your Child’s Writing Skills?
There’s a big push in education right now to teach kids how to code. Coding is undoubtedly an important skill that will help students in the ... -
Kids Learn Better When Playing with Robots
For many students, math and science have always been boring subjects, too bogged down with technical details to ever be fun or exciting. Teachers have long ... -
Starting college? Here’s why you should think about a gap year
Joe O’Shea, Florida State University and Nina Hoe, Temple University Malia Obama recently announced that she will take a gap year before attending Harvard University. Historically, ... -
10 Podcasts That Promote Reading
Just like listening to audiobooks through electronic devices, podcasts are becoming more and more popular. These iPod-based audio broadcasts encompass a wide variety of subjects, such ...
