Now that 2020 has taught us so very much about flexible approaches to learning, let’s stop and take a moment to recognize the newfound strengths that this flexibility allows for educators. Join Discovery Education as we highlight a series of simple no-cost resources that enable educators not only to navigate but to thrive in the world of virtual learning. These standards-aligned digital tools will help you lead your
Siemens STEM Day Offers Resources to Make STEM Accessible and Exciting for All!
Tangipahou Parish School System’s Roseland Montessori School in Roseland, Louisiana has been awarded a $10,000 STEM education grant as part of 2020 Possibility Grant Sweepstakes. Created by the Siemens Foundation–a leader in advancing STEM workforce training and education initiatives–and Discovery Education, the Possibility Grant offers Title 1 K-12 schools an opportunity to win a $10,000 STEM grant
Hands-on Learning for a Work-in-Progress World
When students can learn by doing, it serves not only their futures, but also their community. Hands–on learning is a fun and accessible way to engage students in skill– and knowledge-building that will contribute to a future workforce of talented and self-motivated problem solvers. Every student has the capacity to do great things in life, and the world has its share of problems that need solving – the trick is getting young
6 Simple Resources to Integrate Equity, Access & Cultural Awareness into Student Learning
Meet Students Where They Are with Versatile Discovery Education Resources Teaching students the importance of equity, access and culture is more important now than ever. Empowering young learners with resources that help them better understand and embrace the world around them while encouraging them to take full advantage of versatile learning resources, will be key to helping students re-engage this school year. Discovery Education offers a number of programs,
Level-Up Summer Learning for Students and Teachers with Hands-On STEM Activities and Professional Development Resources from Siemens STEM Day
As summer approaches, many families are in search of supplemental virtual resources to support continued learning over the summer. Likewise, many educators are faced with the need to adjust their professional development plans for the summer to more virtual experiences. Siemens STEM Day, developed in partnership with The Siemens Foundation, can help with both! An
Setting Students up for Success During the Summer with Digital Learning Resources for Parents & Families
Ignite at-home learning and foster quality family interactions this summer with family resources from Discovery Education and our corporate and community partners! HEALTH & WELLNESS Healthy habits are essential for students to maintain balance, even during the summer. Fortunately, families can learn to make healthier decisions together with a variety of interactive eTools that can be applied to improving
Hands-On STEM/STEAM Resources for Enhanced Virtual Learning
Promoting 21st century skills with no-cost Discovery Education eLearning resources. Students hear about the importance of Science-Technology-Engineering-Art-Mathematics all the time, but rarely are they given the opportunity to find out for themselves. Luckily, the power of STEM/STEAM exploration is now just a few clicks away for students in grades K-12, thanks to a wide variety of no-cost virtual learning resources available from Discovery Education.
STEM Strategies that Work & STEMinar LIVE – May 2017
STEM Culture is something that is developed over time through intentional strategies which highlight STEM careers, STEM skills, and the interconnectivity of the world around us all. Each month we are highlighting some of the strategies we see in classrooms from our DEN and STEM educators building pathways for their colleagues to implement a STEM culture.
Discovery Education Monthly STEM Content Highlights – May
In May, We Celebrate Teachers! This month we celebrate the individuals who challenged us, molded us, and helped inspire us all for who we have become today. Today’s teachers, those who accepted the baton and are tirelessly changing our world’s future, are shaping the innovators and leaders of tomorrow. There are only two words we
Siemens STEM Day
Contributed by Rob Lamb Siemens Science Day is now Siemens STEM Day, complete with a major update to their website. With a brand new way to search all of the available activities, it is now easier than ever to find what you’re looking for with ease. My favorite part of this is the ability to