6 Characteristics of Effective STEM Classroom Design

Centered around project-based learning, an effective STEM classroom fosters a positive culture that allows students to problem-solve, collaborate, create, test ideas, and build with their hands. The goal of stem classroom design is to inspire students to think, innovate, prototype, and research in teams.

Here are 6 characteristics of effective STEM Classroom Design that you can implement to encourage a positive STEM environment.

By Sonja Jacobson

4 Benefits Of Learning Programming At A Young Age

Computer coding is the universal language of the planet. People who know how to code will be able to communicate across countries and cultures, be innovative, and solve problems more efficiently, with no barriers to impede their success. Learning programming at a young age helps your children solve everyday problems and get set up for a lifetime of opportunities.

By John Porter

The Top Five Unexpected Benefits of Robotics in the Classroom

As teachers, we’re well aware that STEM education is essential in preparing students for today’s world of non-stop innovation.

In my 13 years of teaching I’ve seen many curriculum fads come and go, but the use of robotics in the classroom has proven to be a consistent and surefire way to teach students the STEM skills needed to prepare them for the future job market. I’ve seen firsthand how it teaches students 21st-century skills including coding, engineering and the scientific method in a fun and engaging way.

By Aaron Maurer

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Feature a Teacher: Virtual Reality as the Perfect Educational Guide traveler

Lori Thomson is a District Media Specialist at StreetBoro City Schools, She has been using the RobotLAB VR Kit   with her students since 2018. This is her story! 

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Designing a Robotics Class for High School Students!

In today's technological world, it is more important than ever to prepare our students with the right tools for their future. Teaching robotics lessons to students in school can increase their ability to be creative and innovative thinkers, and more productive members of society. How do you start implementing these lessons for your high school students?

Designing a Robotics Class for Middle School Students!

The truth is that jobs will be transformed in future. Applicants with robotics literacy and strong tech skills will have a significant advantage when applying for jobs across virtually all industries. School districts are already implementing a STEM curriculum that will help their students be part of that reality. As a middle school teacher how are you applying these concepts in your lessons?