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| Making in Cory Doctorow's Walkaway | | To understand where we're going with the growing implementation of engineering principles and makerspaces in our schools, Lab Out Loud talked to science fiction writer Cory Doctorow to chat about his most recent novel Walkaway,which offers a glimpse into the future. Listen to the podcast to hear how today's emerging technologies (such as 3D printers and drones) might be used routinely in collaborative problem solving. | |
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| There's Still Time to Enter the Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision Competition | | Empower your K–12 students to imagine how future technology can solve the world's scientific challenges. Student teams can win classroom prizes, savings bonds, a trip to Washington, D.C., and more. Submit your teams' STEM projects before the deadline to receive personalized recommendations from NSTA. Register today and submit projects by February 8 at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST). | |
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| Make a Difference with the Next Generation Science Teachers Fund | | Get involved with the Next Generation Science Teachers Fund to get or provide support for early career and preservice teachers through access to online resources, memberships in NSTA, and attendance at conferences. The fund is open for applications and donations. Early career and preservice teachers can apply here. Planning to start the new year off with a donation? Click here to support this fund. | |
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| Chat About Teaching Science in Preschool and Kindergarten | | Early childhood and elementary teachers join us on Thursday, January 11, for an #NSTAchat on teaching science in preschool and kindergarten. Early Years expert and blogger Peggy Ashbrook will take your questions live at 9:00 p.m. EST. Pick her brain and get the tips you need to start the new year off right. | |
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| NASA Grants Rocket Informal Education Ahead | | Grants from NASA's Competitive Program for Science Museums, Planetariums, and NASA Visitor Centers (CP4SMPVC) enable the agency to partner with informal education venues to enhance their space science related–programs and engage teachers and students in NASA's mission. But the CP4SMPVC hasn't awarded new grants since early 2017. Why should science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) teachers care about this? Learn more. | |
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| Sponsored by: American Museum of Natural History |
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| Pennsylvania Can Do More to Upgrade STEM Education | | As a practicing Pennsylvania classroom science teacher for more than 30 years and a National STEM Teacher Ambassador, Jeff Remington appreciates the good work Governor Tom Wolf has done for education and his advocacy to increase resources for education. Remington agrees that Wolf's recent op-ed "Why it's essential for Pennsylvania to invest in education" points out how far the state has come in regard to education. But says there are two significant impediments that state lawmakers and leadership could be addressing in regard to the state of STEM education in Pennsylvania. Read this opinion piece featured in The Delaware County Daily Times. |
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| Big New Study Finds Performance Bonuses for Teachers Boost Test Scores (a Bit) | | A new federal government study, released by the federal government, suggests that merit-based bonuses are the way to go, as they help raise student test scores without making a significant dent in teacher morale. It offers the latest evidence that programs of this sort can help schools and students, despite the common perception that they are ineffective. Read the article featured in Chalkbeat. |
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| Newsflash: Preparing Students for the Future Workforce is a Society-Wide Effort | | Today's jobs are changing, and they are changing at such a rapid pace that many of the jobs our students will hold in the future do not even exist today. But just because we don't know what those jobs are doesn't mean we can't do our best to prepare today's students, and tomorrow's workforce, for the opportunities awaiting them. A large part of that preparation will rely on equal technology access to all students. Read the article featured in eSchool News. Check out the Education News Roundup for a selection of the week's top education news stories. |
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| | | Boddities for the Classroom | | This video series uses animation, vintage film footage, and interviews with leading physicians to answer questions about the human body. The videos can spark science discussions or serve as fun extras after a lesson. |
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| | | My Molecularium | | This fast-paced game/app challenges chemistry students to build molecules including water, vitamin C, caffeine, and adrenalin. The game covers 33 essential molecules, allowing students to learn and practice chemistry concepts related to molecular structure, chemical formulas, and other topics. |
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| | | | Sponsored by: Montana State University | | Montana State's Online Courses Can Lead to a Graduate Certificate or Master's Degree | | From the university with the motto "Mountains & Minds" comes a suite of online courses for science teachers. Through the National Teachers Enhancement Network at Montana State University, you can earn a 12-credit online graduate certificate or a master's degree in science education. Or take courses just to stay ahead of your students and enjoy the energy of lifelong learning. Spring courses still have openings. Some begin on January 22, while others won't begin until March. Courses include offerings in Weather and Climate, Water Quality, Soil Science, Microbiology, Astronomy, Relativity, and other areas of science. Visit www.scienceteacher.org for a list of courses or call (406) 994-6812 for information on the straightforward admissions process to MSU. | |
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