Ladysmith Black Mambazo - The Lion Sleeps Tonight Air Force wants student help on STEM projects Collaborative partnership encourages real-world solutions to STEM projects By Laura Devaney, Managing Editor, @eSN_Laura Read more by Laura Devaney August 26th, 2013 A new interactive online projects platform urges science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) students and educators to solve real-world challenges and seeks to show students how classroom STEM lessons translate to the workforce. The STEM projects will be hosted through the Air Force Collaboratory, a partnership between the U.S. Air Force and GOOD, a social network for activism, launched Aug. 1 and will remain active through the end of November. Air Force representatives said humanitarian and search-and-rescue missions depend more and more on technological advances created by STEM-educated workers. (Next page: The three STEM projects)
Activity: Conveyor Engineering Lesson courtesy of TryEngineering.org Summary In this activity, teams of students in grades 3 to 12 explore how engineers work to solve such societal problems as moving goods, materials, and people by developing a conveyor system out of everyday materials than can transport pieces of candy 4 feet, including a 90-degree turn. Teams evaluate their results and reflect on them as a class. Grade level: 3 – 12 Time: Two or three 45-minute sessions Learning objectives Learn about engineering design and redesignLearn about manufacturing processes and conveyor systemsLearn how engineering can help solve society’s challengesLearn about teamwork and problem solving Learning Outcomes As a result of this activity, students should develop an understanding of: engineering designmanufacturing and distributionconveyor systemsteamwork Standards National Science Education Standards CONTENT STANDARD A: Science as Inquiry As a result of activities, all students should develop Historical perspectives [grades 9-12] Design
Synth Arp & Drum Pad para iPad en el App Store de iTunes 14 Amazing Project Sites: A STEM, PBL, Common Core Series - A Goldmine of Resources The STEM and PBL Series Part 5… 14 Amazing Project Sites…. A STEM, PBL, Common Core Series… A Goldmine of Resources I hope you have enjoyed the series and if you missed any post, feel free to click above! BIE Tools – PBL Project Search – Here you will find a collection of 450 proven lesson plans to set any PBL desire into action. West Virginia PBL Project Data Base – This is a wonderful site where teachers can search through the subjects of reading, language arts, math, science, social studies, dance, visual arts, theater, and music. Learning Reviews – This website claims to connect kids to learning on the web. Here are more than 30 websites with free PBL examples, guidance, rubrics, and templates. Others Talladega School Collection - Great collection of PBL resources, projects and ideas. {*style:<i>*}Michael Gorman oversees one-to-one laptop programs and digital professional development for Southwest Allen County Schools near Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Search, Collect, and Share | SMILE Drums in communication Developed and used by cultures living in forested areas, drums served as an early form of long distance communication, and were used during ceremonial and religious functions. Types[edit] Talking drum[edit] Some of the groups of variations of the talking drum among West African ethnic groups: In the 20th century the talking drums have become a part of popular music in West Africa, especially in the music genres of Jùjú (Nigeria) and Mbalax (Senegal). Slit gongs[edit] Message drums, or more properly slit gongs, with hollow chambers and long narrow openings that resonate when struck, are larger all-wood instruments hollowed out from a single log. These drums were made out of hollowed logs. Drum languages[edit] In Africa, New Guinea and the tropical America, people have used drum telegraphy to communicate with each other from far away for centuries. Among the famous communication drums are the drums of West Africa (see talking drum). See also[edit] References[edit] External links[edit]
6-8STEMresources Introduction: In recent years, the potential impact of global warming has been discussed widely by the scientific community. The majority of scientific reports suggest that the Earth will be soon facing climate change as the Earth increases in temperature. Global warming is the increase in the average temperature of the Earth. The increase in temperature may only be a few degrees, however, this slight change could have a profound impact on the Earth's polar ice caps. In the past 100 years, the Earth has warmed by one degree Fahrenheit. There are many possible causes of global warming. The melting of the ice in Antarctica, Greenland and other land locked glaciers is a big concern for scientists. A good introduction to global warming for students can be found at: The Environmental Protection Agency Climate Change Kid's site Group Size: Any Learning Objectives: 1. 2. 3. 4. Guiding Question: What is global warming? Materials: 2. 3. 1. 2. 4. 2. 3. 4.
Resources-STEM Education Center With the plethora of resources available regarding STEM education, it can be daunting to know where to begin your search. The sites listed are intended to be a helpful starting point for learning about STEM standards, getting ideas for lesson plans, finding STEM resources, and discovering opportunities for all ages to engage in STEM within the state of Minnesota. If you can’t find what you are looking for or need more specialized assistance, please call the STEM Education Center at 612-626-1705 and we will be glad to assist you. STEM General Resources: getSTEM getSTEM is a program which organizes events, provides resources (links, RSS feed, media) and creates discussion through forums in order to increase student and educator engagement in STEM fields. eGFI eGFI is a program offering classroom activities, lesson plans, news, outreach programs and web resources for K-12 educators to enhance their students’ math and science skills through engaging, exciting classroom activities. Girls Go Tech
Part 3…17 Challenges and Competitions… A STEM, PBL, Common Core Series…Goldmine of Resources Welcome to a series that is must read for any PBL or STEM educator. It will include information to reflect and build upon as you consider both PBL and STEM. Best of all, it will finish with over 50 amazing resources you will want to investigate. First, to ensure you do not miss one of these valuable posts or other resources covering PBL, Digital Curriculum, Web 2.0, STEM, 21st century learning, and technology integration please sign up for 21centuryedtech by email or RSS. As always, I invite you to follow me on twitter (@mjgormans). Quick Note I have been getting a lot of requests asking if I will make a visit to your school, organization, or conference. The STEM and PBL Series Part 1…. Part 3… 17 Challenges and Competitions ….A STEM, PBL, Common Core Series… A Goldmine of Resources I know you have been waiting for the resources. I often tell people you do not have to enter a competition to use the resources, although the completions are a lot of fun! Challenges and Competitions 1. 2. 3.
Resource Material Elementary School Show your 3rd through 5th grade students how engineers use science, technology and math to solve problems and make a difference in the world. Features two classroom activities and one take-home project with handouts you can reproduce. Middle School Light the fire of imagination in your 6th through 8th grade students with hands-on activities that demonstrate the real-world application of science, technology, engineering and math. High School Spark your high school students’ interest in engineering careers with activities that apply math and science solutions to real-world problems. Bookmark the following URL to return to this page:
Connect the Dots | STEM CAMP But first, they must embrace science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) to build the skills that will serve as their tool set for the future. For that to happen, we must work together to ignite their curiosity and get them excited about STEM in their everyday lives. So we ask you to join us in connecting the dots between learning and life. While after-school learning and summer programs provide rich opportunities to keep students inspired beyond the classroom, we know that unequal access to these programs can contribute to disparities in student achievement. As part of our commitment to STEM education for all students, we are excited to announce the launch of the Discovery Education STEM Camp - a dynamic series of standards-aligned curricula available at no cost to schools, districts, non-profit organizations, and parents for use as part of summer camps, after-school STEM programs or wherever support is needed.
Grades 9-12 March Madness STEM Resources Posted on March 20th, 2014 by Mary Lord Just as athletes “learn from the game,” the annual NCAA March Madness basketball competition offers students a timely, engaging way to hone their STEM knowledge and skills. eGFI has compiled some bracket-busting resources to pep up your math and science classes. Read More Filed under: Class Activities, Grades 6-8, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Grades 9-12, Grades K-5, Grades K-5, Lesson Plans, Special Features, Web Resources | Comment » Tags: basketball, Class Activities, Curriculum, Engineering, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Grades K-5, Internet Resources, Lesson Plans, March Madness, NCAA, Physics, Resources for Teachers, Sports, STEM education, Teacher Resources Seeing the World Through a Different Lens Posted on October 24th, 2013 by Mary Lord Read More Filed under: Class Activities, Grades 6-8, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Grades 9-12, Lesson Plans | Comment » Code Calling Posted on August 29th, 2013 by Mary Lord Read More Read More
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