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KIBO Resources from KinderLab

July 14, 2020

KinderLab Robotics recently announced the availability of resources and curriculum to support blended and distance learning using KIBO, the hands-on, …

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The Arts, Creativity & Technology 2020: A Guide for Educators & Parents

May 28, 2020

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following article is excerpted from EdTech Digest’s brand-new guide for educators’s and parents, The State of The …

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Student Robotics 2019: An Educator’s Guide

October 29, 2019

In our inaugural Educator’s Guide, 90 pages of rich and riveting robotics, coding, and real-world relevant learning—featuring exclusive interviews with …

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CoderZ

September 03, 2019

A powerful, easy to use, online platform that teaches students in grades 6-12 valuable STEM skills such as coding, robotics …

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Back to School: Are You Fund-Ready for Digital Learning?

August 28, 2019

Experts provide a fiscal walk-through for school leaders looking to the future. GUEST COLUMN | by Paula Love and Beverly …

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“Houston, we have a problem…”

August 05, 2019

And now, some news from Space Foundation, the world’s premier non-profit leader in space awareness: “Houston, we have a problem…” …

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littleBits’ Avengers Hero Inventor Kit

July 25, 2019

Now here’s a very cool tool: it’s littleBits’ Avengers Hero Inventor Kit, in partnership with Disney, and it allows kids …

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Ba-Boom! EdTech!

July 12, 2019

Education’s explosive ‘next’ observed through the lens of ISTE 2019. UNPACKING EDTECH | by Mark Gura Turning on the TV …

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FIRST Things First: What Was Dean Kamen Thinking?

June 20, 2019

The prolific inventor, entrepreneur, and tireless STEM advocate shares the origins of his determination to help the next generation discover …

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A World Built Better Together

May 06, 2019

FIRST’s new plans to make its winning, real-world, STEM learning model even more impactful. INTERVIEW | by Mark Gura and …

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Less Talk, More Action Needed to Bring Women into STEAM Fields—Here’s How

May 02, 2019

Early education is key to success for next-gen young women scientists, engineers. GUEST COLUMN | by Ana Tavares Lattibeaudiere …

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The State of Student Robotics: An Educators Guide

November 30, 2018

Will 2019 be the year Student Robotics breaks through to become the most favored approach to hands-on, maker-oriented, STEAM Instruction? …

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How Robots Bring a Sense of Play to STEAM Education

October 03, 2018

A roboticist shares his keys to unlocking the creative problem-solver in learners of all ages. GUEST COLUMN| by Mike Marks …

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What Does Learning Look Like in a Globally Connected Classroom?

May 18, 2018

A PTA parent and mother of four takes on the world – one student at a time. INTERVIEW | by …

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What’s in Store for the 2018 Education Industry

November 27, 2017

Perspectives from a maker movement mover. GUEST COLUMN | by Ricky Ye 2017 has been an interesting year for education; …

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First STEM. Then STEAM. Now, STREAM.

October 26, 2017

Catholic School principal starts early, stays diligent on transformative full-tech journey. GUEST COLUMN | by Monica Haldiman Imagine you’re in …

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The Brightest Future Possible

October 20, 2017

A Florida superintendent talks technology, learning, and full STEAM ahead. INTERVIEW | by Victor Rivero From sandy beaches to rolling …

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Cool Tool | Soundtrap

April 25, 2017

Soundtrap is quite possibly the first online music recording studio to work across all operating systems (Mac, iOS, Android, Windows …

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The Changing Landscape of Online Education

March 29, 2017

As consumers crave personalized experiences, education is no exception. GUEST COLUMN | by Chase Jarvis The concept is almost amusingly …

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Beyond Pythagoras

December 16, 2016

The impact of Computer Science on STEM retention and student development. GUEST COLUMN | by George K. Thiruvathukal As an …

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The Sweet Sounds of Learning

June 27, 2016

A discussion with Per Emanuelsson, co-founder of an eclectic team of engineers, designers, and producers passionate about music and technology. …

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A Planet Like No Other

November 02, 2015

Conservationist and former Nat Geo exec brings students exploration close-up. INTERVIEW | by Victor Rivero Tim Kelly had a “wonderful” …

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Cool Tool | Nepris

August 05, 2015

Here’s a simple, scalable solution to bring real-world relevance to K-12 classrooms. Nepris helps companies reach teachers who need professionals either …