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      The Why’s and How’s of Schoolyard Birding

      Posted by Hannah Olson on Wed, Feb 7, 2024

      Just over a year ago I started birding, or bird watching as you may know it. I have always loved nature, learning about my local plants, and doing native gardening. Learning about birds was a natural extension of that. One of my absolute favorite parts of birding is “Backyard Birding.” Essentially, backyard birding is observing and appreciating the birds who are right around one’s backyard, schoolyard, or outdoor space. Think life science meets “I Spy.” Of course, working with teachers and students, backyard birding can also be "Schoolyard" birding, incorporating STEAM to foster critical thinking and observation skills. Imagine you and your students excitedly saying, “Oh, that’s a mountain chickadee! And there’s a dark-eyed junco. Oh, hello cute lesser goldfinch!” 

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      Topics: Science Lessons, steam education, 3D printing, STEM education, Robo3D, MyStemKits, MimioSTEM

      Celebrating Innovation: Boxlight Earns 8 New Product of the Year Awards

      Posted by Boxlight on Tue, Jan 9, 2024

      Celebrating success! We’re proud to start the year with 8 wins for Boxlight solutions awarded by THE Journal and Campus Technology. In its fourth year, the 2023 New Product of the Year Awards acknowledge exceptional advancements in product development by recognizing manufacturers and suppliers whose offerings significantly contribute to the evolution of education technology. The exceptional innovation of our solutions, highlighted as standouts in their respective categories, serve as a testament to their quality and our commitment to advancing education.  

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      Topics: Education Technology, awards, edtech, MyStemKits, MimioSTEM, MimioWall, MyBot Recruit, IMPACT Lux

      Celebrate National STEM Day on November 8 with Exciting Classroom Activities

      Posted by MimioSTEM on Wed, Nov 8, 2023

       

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      Topics: STEM Lessons, STEM education, MyStemKits, MimioSTEM

      Explore the Exciting New STEM Education Kits by MyStemKits

      Posted by Hannah Olson on Wed, Jun 14, 2023

      Incorporating STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) learning is essential for helping students develop important skills like critical thinking, perseverance, communication, and creative problem-solving. To help you plan more STEM learning experiences for their students, the award-winning MyStemKits curriculum offers engaging lessons, activities, and Design Challenges that are hands-on, and standards aligned. This online resource includes over 400 lesson plans that use 3D printing, robotics, sensors, and virtual simulations to deepen students' understanding and optimize learning experiences. 

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      Topics: STEAM, 3D printing, STEM education, MyStemKits, MimioSTEM

      Taking Advantage of a “Teachable Moment” with 3D Printed Materials

      Posted by Meredith Williams on Wed, Feb 15, 2023

      In this lesson, our STEM MimioMaster Meredith Williams shares a common experience for many teachers – starting instruction with one topic but totally switching to another. 

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      Topics: STEM Lessons, 3D printing, STEM education, Robo3D, MyStemKits, MimioMaster

      My Science Classroom: Then and Now

      Posted by Meredith Williams on Tue, Feb 7, 2023

      The years have zipped by, and it still surprises me that I’m in my seventh year of teaching! In these seven years, I’ve taught grade 6 and grade 8 science - Life Science, Physical Science Honors, Comprehensive 1, and Comprehensive 3 Science. Currently, I’m enjoying my 8th grade science classes and have the privilege of serving as the Science Department Lead at my school. Teaching has been an experience, and science has always been a part of my life. I definitely have a passion for it! 

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      Topics: 3D printing, STEM education, Robo3D, MyStemKits, MimioMaster, Women in STEM, Girls in STEM

      Start STEM Instruction with New Lessons from MyStemKits

      Posted by Boxlight on Wed, Jan 4, 2023

      Incorporating STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) learning is essential to foster so-called soft skills such as critical thinking, perseverance, communication, and creative problem-solving. Purposeful STEM education should begin at the earliest grades where these key skills can begin to develop. With the ongoing support of training and SME mentoring, even the most reticent teachers can implement STEM instruction with students at all ages and learning abilities. 

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      Topics: STEM Lessons, STEM, STEM education, MyStemKits

      STEM CAREERS: Business Operations Manager

      Posted by Hannah Olson on Wed, Nov 30, 2022

      Business operation managers are called on to improve an operation’s effectiveness. They also improve the transfer of information between various internal departments so that they might work efficiently together. 

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      Topics: STEM Lessons, STEM, STEM education, MyStemKits

      STEM CAREERS: Mathematician and Statistician

      Posted by Hannah Olson on Thu, Nov 10, 2022

      A mathematician is someone who uses their knowledge to solve mathematical problems as they relate to real-world situations. Mathematicians are scientists who, with their specialized knowledge and professional methodology, approach many of the imposing problems presented in related scientific fields. Likewise, a statistician collects and analyzes data, looking for patterns that explain behavior or describe the world as it is. 

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      Topics: STEM, STEM education, MyStemKits

      10 STEM Activities to Make Learning Fun!

      Posted by Boxlight on Tue, Nov 8, 2022

      Teachers and students are discovering new and engaging ways to incorporate dynamic STEM experiences into their teaching and learning. Below are 10 activities that have boosted key skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, communication, and problem solving while showing students that STEM exploration is fun! 

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      Topics: STEM Lessons, STEM, STEM education, MyStemKits, MimioSTEM

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