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STEAM: Enabling the Engineering Habits of Mind through CREATIVITY
A week does not pass that I don’t receive an inquiry or two about STEAM. What is it? How do […]
TO AP or NOT AP — Are AP Courses a “Value Added” to STEM Education?
There are many questions in my mind today as a parent of a high school senior. I wonder if his […]
The Importance of the Scientific Method for Learning and Life
The scientific method is a time-tested method of discovery. It is the foundation used to investigate, refine and communicate new […]
OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL – THE KEY TO BETTER EDUCATION
A discussion about education and education reform can run the gamut of ideas. Let’s create more accountability so we know […]
Thoughts about what comprises a VALUE ADDED STEM Education: Use Growth Mindset and Divergent Thinking
STEM […]
Never Too Much Inspiration — Thanks @NASAJPL
I just returned from attending The Year of the Earth at The Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Pasadena, California. JPL is managed by […]
Working my nerves over STEAM
No acronym is perfect. We use them because of our excessive need to categorize everything. I suggest we accept the […]
Moving Forward . . . Change THEIR World
After the dawn of a new year, and the beginning of the second term of America’s first African-American President, it […]
Pink Legos? Yes, there are pink Legos! The Latest Controversy?
Toys have always fascinated me. Children learn from play and it helps to formulate their ideas, devise challenges and of […]
Ruth Catchen Reach for the Stars! 