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In this fast-paced world, technology and engineering are advancing at an unprecedented rate, changing the way we live, work and interact with the world. From self-driving cars to artificial intelligence, from biotechnology to space exploration, the possibilities seem endless. But with such a rapid pace of change, it can be difficult to keep up with the latest developments and understand the impact they will have on our lives."The Future of Technology:...
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"Green Card STEM Voices" is a collection of essays and digital narratives from twenty immigrants and refugees living in Minnesota and working in STEM. This multimedia project serves as a platform for first generation immigrants and refugees working in science, technology, engineering, and math to share their stories in their own words. Their essays and digital narrative will offer insight into the experiences and expertise they've gleaned through...
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America has been steadily sliding in global education rankings for decades. In particular, our students are increasingly unable to compete globally in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) fields. According to the National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP), in 2010 only 26 percent of high school seniors in the U.S. scored at or above proficient level in math. Another 36 percent were failing. Only 3 percent scored at an advanced level...
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Show Me Science volume 1
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According to ABET, or the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology: "Engineering is the profession in which a knowledge of the mathematical and natural sciences, gained by study, experience, and practice, is applied with judgment to develop ways to utilize, economically, the materials and forces of nature for the benefit of humankind." There is considerable overlap between science and engineering. Research teams often consist of one or...
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Innately curious, infants and toddlers love to explore, investigate, and discover-making the earliest years a perfect time to begin teaching the foundations of STEM. This book defines what science, technology, engineering, and math education looks like for this age group, and why it is so vital for children to develop STEM knowledge. Expand your understanding of STEM to lay the foundation for children to develop skills in critical thinking, communication,...
6) The Microscopic Snot Debacle: Solving Mysteries Through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math
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It's springtime again in Deanville and everything is in full bloom-including some microscopic nuisances that put a damper on outdoor activities. What could it be? Help Jesse use science skills to figure it out!
7) The Vexing Hectare Detector: Solving Mysteries Through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math
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It's Spring Break and the gang is presented with a mysterious new riddle that will challenge their mathematics skills and senses. What is the perplexing, suspended ring that oscillates? Jesse and her pals must work together to find out!
8) The Mighty Lever Endeavor: Solving Mysteries Through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math
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It's a beautiful day in Deanville and the gang is presented with a new challenge. How will the kids solve this difficult new task? And how does a Greek mathematician play an important role in the solution? Think like an engineer and work alongside Jesse and pals to figure it out!
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While doing spring cleaning in her room, Jesse comes across a crayon on her window sill that is curiously bent over. She recalls that the crayon was there all winter and not bent at all. Jesse begins to wonder what caused the crayon to bend. Using science skills, Jesse discovers how the Sun is closest to Earth in summer and that's why the crayon melted.
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While on a camping trip, Jesse finds a curious piece of stone with an interesting pattern on it. With research and the help of Professor Peach, she learns that it's a piece of broken pottery with a pattern unique to a certain Native American tribe. After an archaeological dig with the Professor and her friends she finds more pieces of the ancient artifact. Using her art skills, Jesse is able to preserve the clay pot.
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It's a breezy new day and along with a tempest in a chocolate milk glass, Jesse's presented with a messy new mystery when Dorky Dougy loses his lunch while spinning on the merry-go-round. The big question is, why did the ballistic barf fling outwardly, as Dougy spun? Learn all about these centrifugal and centripetal forces that make up the vomit vortex!
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A summer trip to her grandparents' house was going great until Jesse gets caught up in a mystery in the attic. When she encounters a pair of spooky green eyes during a lightning storm, Jesse sets out to use engineering skills to solve the Case of the Clicking Clock.
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Jesse's autumn break is off to a great start until she has big problems with her bike. Luckily, a bike is being given away at the general store but the catch is, to enter the contest, you have to guess the number of jelly beans in a big jar in the store. Find out how Jesse uses math skills to create a secret formula to solve The Secret in the Jelly Bean Jar.
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While playing in her tree house, Jesse is intrigued by a falling sycamore seed that slowly spins to the ground. But when she sees acorns falling fast directly down to the ground, she must solve the riddle while learning about propellers and windmills and using technology to understand aerodynamics.
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Doctor Geek and friends return to continue their mission to investigate science inspired by fiction in the hope to encourage the exploration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). Season 2 Investigations:Episode 7 - Our Companion the Robot Investigation BeginsEpisode 8 - Cyber-WorldEpisode 9 - Karaoke ContestEpisode 9. 5 - The Science of SantaEpisode 10 - 3D Printer Investigation BeginsEpisode 11 - Through the Looking GlassEpisode...
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STEAM Lab for Kids is an art-forward doorway to science, math, technology and engineering. While many aspiring artists don't necessarily identify with STEM subjects, and many young inventors don't see the need for art, one is essential to the other. Revealing this connection and encouraging kids to explore it fills hungry minds with tools essential to problem solving and creative thinking. Each of the projects in this book is designed to demonstrate...
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Minecraft + STEM = An unstoppable force for fun and learning! In Unofficial Minecraft STEM Lab for Kids, you'll find a collection of 48 creative projects that make learning science, technology, engineering, and math exciting for the whole family. Venture off on six action-packed Quests, each with four unique Labs that pair a hands-on activity with an in-game project. Here's just a sampling of what you'll create and learn about: Hands-on activities:...
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This interactive Aviation High School Student Notebook addresses a growing need for future-ready competencies in aviation and provides an exciting and engaging context to learn Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). Students will be introduced to the innovative field of aviation, study the fundamentals of flight, and explore the various career opportunities available within the aviation industry.
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This Aviation High School Facilitator Guide and corresponding interactive Student Notebook address a growing need for solid instruction, inquiry, and development of future-ready competencies and interest in aviation at the high school level. This guide delivers the resources for high school teachers to utilize science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) instruction to provide an excellent introduction to aviation. The content promotes aviation...
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