The jobs of the future will require computer literacy so it’s increasingly important that quality computer science (CS) education is an urgent priority for public school systems around the globe. Although CS has been offered in K-12 public schools for decades, it has not been uniformly required nor universally available. Yet, as society becomes increasingly […]
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From computational math to computational biology, to Harvard University’s Computational Science and Engineering Program, providing young people with access to quality computer science (CS) education is increasingly seen as an urgent priority for public school systems across the U.S. and around the globe. While expanding CS education is expected to directly benefit students, promote sustainable
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At the start of the new millennium, academic research identified a potential problem for students in the United States. Compared to their counterparts around the world, American students are less prepared for the modern global workforce. A multitude of studies have identified a particular shortfall in science and math-related concepts. In response to the problem,
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What is Project Based Learning? Project Based Learning is not new in education. In fact, it has become quite the referenced buzz term. The question we are investigating in this article is how young should it be implemented. My answer is, AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE! The research supports my opinion. Project Based Learning (PBL) can
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As a classroom teacher, I’m always exploring practical yet cutting-edge resources for education that spark curiosity, build essential skills, and keep my students engaged. One tool that continues to stand out is Kai’s Clan. Initially, we had an idea to create a national event – The Global Chess Challenge- that never became a reality. While
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Why use AR, VR, and virtual learning tools in the classroom? As a teacher, I routinely hear students commenting on their lack of interest in their classes or the content being taught. Students often say they’re bored in school. They don’t find learning interesting. They’d prefer to socialize to learning. Sometimes reading from a textbook just
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