Monthly Archives: November 2011

Register to receive the 2012 AuthenticSTEM Guide to STEM Education Resources

Based on the response from my post yesterday calling for applications to the 2012 AuthenticSTEM Guide to STEM Education Resources, I have to believe that this information is in high demand. (My email is overflowing with requests to receive the … Continue reading

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Be a part of the 2012 AuthenticSTEM Guide to STEM Education Resources

Do you run a program that trains teachers in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM)? Perhaps you offer a curriculum product that helps teachers improve STEM education for their students? Or are you part of an after-school program that focuses … Continue reading

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Aspire to Inspire! Women in Engineering at NASA

http://youtu.be/QhunCY-8L9Q

Women@NASA launched a NEW site to share the amazing things women are doing at NASA. I am lucky that I grew up witnessing some of the amazing things that women could do – but for those not aware of the possibilities for students, this and the other 4 videos can give a wonderful overview of the STEM careers available to girls. The most striking point I took away from this video is how critical the role of an encouraging teacher or parent is to introduce and encourage girls in STEM. Teachers, take note!!

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Enrich, Design, Engage, and Integrate: 4 (more) Keys to Education Reform through STEM

Two months ago, I began to outline the top 8 implementation models for STEM initiatives that are emerging across the country. Due to time and space constraints, I only got through the top 4.  And then, well… life happened!  And as many … Continue reading

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