STEAM

STEAM in Texas: coding challenges and solutions for students of all ages

STEAM in Texas: How Can This Massive State Provide Equitable Education?

Texas has the most counties of any state. It is second only to Alaska in landmass and to California in population. This means that the state Board of Education needs to serve a significant number of students from diverse backgrounds spread out over hundreds of thousands of miles. This is no easy task and one …

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10 ways Seattle schools are leading the way in STEAM

10 Ways Seattle Schools are Engaging Students in STEAM

At Ozobot, we love discovering new ways for teachers to engage students in STEAM subjects. Educators come up with seemingly endless ideas to make the material they teach in science, technology, and math classes memorable and engaging. In particular, the educators in Seattle Public Schools, King County, and the surrounding areas do an exceptional job …

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Explore STEAM sessions and experts at TCEA 2020

Can’t-Miss STEAM Sessions and Speakers at the 2020 TCEA Convention

Educators, librarians, technology directors, principals, and other education professionals will be heading to the 2020 Texas Computer Education Association (TCEA) Convention and Exposition at the Austin Convention Center in Austin, Texas on February 3-7. There, they will have access to over 1,000 workshops and presentations where they can discover new ideas and insights for improving …

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19 grants for teachers to fund STEAM projects in the classroom

19 Grants for Teachers to Fund STEAM Classrooms and Projects

As an educator, you have dozens of exciting ideas and projects that you would love to introduce to your classroom. However, your budget might only account for a fraction of your dreams. Student fundraisers can only go so far and you can’t cover all of these expenses out of your own pocket. Fortunately, there are …

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Why Learning to Code Needs to Be Your New Year’s Resolution

The importance of kids learning coding and computer science in school is catching on worldwide. They ensure kids are ready for a future where these skills will be more and more vital.  But what about grown-ups? Learning basic coding and programming concepts can enrich our lives, too! Whether it’s opening up career options, practicing critical …

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Education Equity Update: computer science in NYC schools

Education Equity Update: What CS4All Means for NYC Computer Science Students and Teachers

The past few years have been a whirlwind for New York City educators and computer science teachers. Mayor Bill de Blasio and the Department of Education decided to focus on creating CS education equity, and rolled out a plan for computer science classes across city schools.  Where does this leave teachers in the NYC school …

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Grants in the Garden State boost K-12 computer science

Grants in the Garden State: New Jersey’s CS State Plan Sets Aside $2 Million

With Governor Phil Murphy’s recent announcement of the Computer Science State Plan, New Jersey became the thirteenth state to outline a concrete plan for computer science education implementation. Developed by the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) with guidance from the Computer Science Advisory Board, the plan’s goal is to provide equitable access to high-quality, …

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STEAM scholarships for students recommended by teachers

20 STEAM Scholarships Teachers Can Recommend to Their Students

Teachers can tell which students have a strong passion for STEAM subjects. Their eyes light up when they learn and they keep coming up with new ideas and projects to work on. Fortunately, there are organizations across the country that want to support this passion. From intense science competitions with strict judges to local business …

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STEAM After School - Top 9 programs for LA students

STEAM After School: 9 Exciting Programs for Los Angeles Students

Whether it’s shooting hoops or playing video games, there are a million ways kids everywhere spend time after school. Children in Los Angeles have another option, as well. After-school STEAM programs are a great way to keep kids entertained and engaged while preparing them for future careers.  Here’s a roundup of the leading after-school STEAM …

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California Pushes to Add More Computer Science Classes for All Students

California teachers and administrators have been busy this summer. Educators from across the state have been working on initiatives set by the state Board of Education to increase the number of computer science courses and opportunities for K-12 students.  While it is generally agreed by parents and teachers that computer science in education is essential, …

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