Welcome to the Baker’s Dozen of Top Mimio Educator Blogs for 2023! Delve into subscriber favorites, including how ed tech enhances young learners' education and tips for maintaining vocal health. So, grab a warm drink and explore the valuable insights that can boost student learning and enrich teaching experiences.  

Topics: Classroom Technology, Education Technology, Professional Development for Teachers, STEM, edtech, Classroom Audio, gamification, STEM education, interactive displays, digital signage, education funding, Education Webinars, Early Education, ChatGPT, AI, education

When I reflect on my journey in education and my passion for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), it all traces back to a transformative experience during my senior year in high school. Little did I know that this outdoor education excursion at Bradford Woods in Indiana would ignite a fire within me, leading to a lifelong commitment to inspire young minds in the world of STEM. 

Topics: STEM, STEM education, Women in STEM, Girls in STEM, STEM Careers

In today's tech-centric world, early coding instruction from K-5 has gained prominence because knowledge and skills go beyond the classroom and help shape future STEM success. Its importance is reflected with an annual celebration on September 13th, known as Programmers Day, which honors the diverse contributions of programmers across various fields like technology, science, and entertainment, employing languages like Python and Java.

Coding cultivates vital skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and computational thinking, applicable throughout the curriculum. It fortifies math proficiency, enriches scientific comprehension, and instills engineering mindsets. It also acquaints students with technology and digital literacy. This foundation equips them for future STEM pursuits, making education a launching pad for promising futures. Let’s explore the importance of early coding, its connection with robotics, and its incorporation into various subjects. 

  
Building the Foundations of Learning 


Fostering Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills 
Coding is not just about learning a programming language - it's about nurturing essential skills such as critical thinking and problem-solving. When students engage in coding activities, they are presented with real-world challenges that require logical reasoning and creativity to solve. These skills serve as a solid foundation for future academic and professional endeavors. 

  

Developing Computational Thinking 
Computational thinking, a key element of coding, encourages students to break complex problems down into smaller, manageable parts. This analytical approach not only helps in coding but also in other subjects like math and science. Computational thinking helps students approach problems systematically, improving their ability to tackle challenging tasks across the curriculum. 

  

Preparing for STEM Success 


Strengthening Math Skills 
Coding often involves mathematical concepts like sequencing, patterns, and algorithms. When students apply coding principles, they reinforce math skills naturally. This early exposure supports increased confidence and proficiency in math, which is critical for advanced STEM studies. 

Topics: Education Technology, STEM, Coding, STEM education

Topics: Case Studies, Labdisc, STEM, STEM education, MimioSTEM, Success Story

We are excited about our forthcoming STEM education events in our ongoing commitment to elevating STEM learning opportunities. Our commitment to delivering enriched learning experiences for teachers and students remains steadfast, with a special focus on the dynamic realm of STEM education.  

Topics: STEM, STEM education

Why is STEM education important in today's rapidly changing world, and how does it benefit students in their future endeavors and overall learning experience? 

Topics: STEM Lessons, STEM, Webinars, STEM education, MimioSTEM, Education Webinars

Integrating robotics into education has opened up new opportunities for both educators and students, offering a wide range of benefits and possibilities. Let's explore seven key advantages of using robotics in the classroom: 

Topics: STEM, Robotics, STEM education, educational robotics system, MyBot Recruit

Women and girls play a crucial role in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields, which aim to solve big challenges like global pandemics, climate change, and improving communication through technology. In addition to being inclusive, increasing women's participation in STEM can boost our economy, reduce the pay gap, and create a more diverse and talented workforce, leading to innovative ideas and solutions. 

Topics: STEM, STEAM, STEM education, Women in STEM, Girls in STEM

Incorporating STEM instruction is a growing focus in early education classrooms, although, STEM-related concepts have long been part of a young child’s learning experience. Blowing soapy bubbles - science. Using a tablet or interactive display to play a learning game - technology. Stacking blocks – engineering. Counting to 10 – math. What may have been seen as simply creative play, the focus on STEM instruction has led to more refined planning on the approach, activities, and tools used.  

Topics: STEM, STEM education, Early Education

The Boxlight family has 10 reasons to celebrate early in the year – we won 10 Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence. Five of our solutions earned Best of 2022 in both Primary and Secondary categories – Attention! campus communication solution, MimioPro 4 interactive display, CleverLive cloud content management platform,  Robo 3D printer, and EOS Education Professional Development services. 

Topics: Education Technology, awards, STEM, teacher professional development, Robo3D, MimioSTEM, Clevertouch, FrontRow, MimioPro 4, CleverLive, Attention!, campus communication, EOS Education