We believe that kids are natural engineers. Keeping them engaged and learning at home and in our communities helps to build on their natural curiosity and see opportunities for learning in their everyday surroundings. As part of our Bringing STEM Home series, we’re sharing easy-to-do, free or low cost at-home activities for learners in K-8th grade.
Professional Development | Engineering for All | Engineering is Elementary | Create a Generation of Problem Solvers | Monday, May 24
Professional Development Resources for AAPI STEM Professionals
In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander History Month, we’ve gathered a list of organizations working to promote AAPI excellence in STEM, from students at the university level to professionals throughout their careers. Some include paid memberships and events, others have 100% free resources for students and professionals seeking information about advancement in their field.
Engineering Everywhere | Early Engineering | Engineering Design Process | Create a Generation of Problem Solvers | EiE for Families | Museum of Science | Friday, May 21
Exploring an Engineering Career with the Engineering Design Workshop: Powered by MathWorks
Ever wondered what kind of career your learners could pursue with an engineering education? Has your student demonstrated skills with problem solving and creative thinking? It might be time to visit our newest exhibit at the Museum of Science!
EiE Teaching Tips | Implementing EiE | Create a Generation of Problem Solvers | Computer Science | EiE for Families | Thursday, May 20
Supporting Students’ Social Emotional Needs During the Return to School In Person
As our students continue to return to their classrooms, educators everywhere are reporting that their learners are experiencing anxiety, have trouble concentrating and are struggling with their work. Supporting learners’ social emotional needs has always been important but, after the disjointed last year, the need to tune in to these elements of their education is all the more essential.
EiE Teaching Tips | Implementing EiE | Create a Generation of Problem Solvers | Computer Science | EiE for Families | Monday, May 17
7 Research-Based Classroom Strategies for Teaching Computer Science (CS)
Research-backed strategies for teaching CS:
1. Provide visuals. Support student understanding with visual examples, instructions, and explanations. Start with lots of scaffolding, and gradually remove it as students progress.→ Classroom Application: Download EiE’s free Coding Block Reference Sheet for Scratch Use this visual resource to support all students, especially English Language Learners, as they solve problems, collaborate, and learn new CS vocabulary.