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What Your Students Need to Learn About Robots

Robots are no longer confined to the realm of science fiction. In today’s world, they are revolutionizing industries and transforming our daily lives. As an STEM educator, you can help your students learn about robots and cultivate a passion for robotics. Start teaching your middle school students the basics of

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5 Activities to Try on National STEM Day

National STEM Day (November 8th) is a day to celebrate science, technology, engineering, and math education. It’s a great opportunity to engage kids in fun and educational activities that will inspire their curiosity and creativity. Here are five activities that are perfect for celebrating National STEM Day with kids of

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Your Guide to STEM Professional Development for Teachers

As STEM education becomes increasingly important in today’s job market, it’s crucial for teachers to stay up-to-date with the latest teaching methods and technologies. However, it can be difficult to find professional development designed for STEM teachers… STEM is NOT an “I do, we do, you do,” type of class.

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5 Tips for a Fantastic First Day of STEM Class

It’s that time… Summer is ending, and our brains are switching back to school mode.  You may be wondering “What should I do on the first day of STEM?” Don’t worry, I’ve got your back. Here are five things to do on your first day of school (and beyond) that

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The Importance of STEM Education for Middle Schoolers

STEM is a field that’s rapidly growing in importance in today’s job market. In fact, STEM careers are projected to grow 10.8% between 2021 and 2031, compared to just 4.9% growth for all other occupations (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2022). But here’s the catch: only 20% of US high

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8 Fun and Educational Summer Camp STEM Activities for Big Kids

So you’re planning a camp for big kids? The pre-teen and young teen crowd can be hard to please… But these fun, engaging, and educational summer camp STEM activities will give your campers a summer to remember. This summer your middle schoolers will have a blast while learning valuable 21st

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7 Tips for Teaching Coding to Beginners

Hey there middle school teachers! Are you interested in teaching coding to your students but don’t quite know where to start? Don’t worry – we’re here to help. We understand how daunting it can be to teach something as complex as coding, especially for those who may not have a

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Creating Effective STEM Lesson Plans: Tips and Tricks

STEM education at its core is about applying science, technology, engineering and math skills and knowledge to solve problems. Therefore, the focus of STEM lesson plans should be on developing students’ problem-solving abilities.  Therefore, STEM lesson plans usually consist of longer term projects where students are doing the majority of

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13 Inspiring STEM Projects For Middle School

STEM projects are a great way to engage and challenge middle school students, while encouraging them to explore new concepts and develop problem-solving skills. If you’re looking for some ideas, this guide provides 13 inspiring STEM project suggestions that will excite any learner. Short on time? Grab a ready-to-go middle

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