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TEACHERS COLLEGE COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY
New STEM Project to Explore Effective Strategies for Teacher Preparation and Retention
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More than half of U.S. states report a shortage of STEM educators — particularly in high-need districts, according to the Department of Education.How can we address the deficit and better prepare teachers for classroom challenges like access, proficiency, literacy and more?
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NASA.GOV
NASA, US Department of Education Bring STEM to After-School Programs
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NASA and the U.S. Department of Education are teaming up to engage students in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education during after-school hours. The interagency program aims to reach approximately 1,000 students in more than 60 sites across 10 states to join the program, 21st Century Community Learning Centers.
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EDUCATION WEEK
Black Students Are More Likely to Be Falsely Accused of Using AI to Cheat
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Black students are more than twice as likely as their white or Hispanic peers to have their writing incorrectly flagged as the work of artificial intelligence tools, concludes a report released Sept. 18 by Common Sense Media, a nonprofit that examines the impact of technology on young people.
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Professional Conference Spotlight
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Are You Signed Up for the Pre-Conference Sessions? | |
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Don't miss out on three dynamic pre-conference sessions from 3-4:40 p.m. local time Wednesday, November 6 at the upcoming NCSSS Professional Conference! Designed to equip educators with fresh insights and practical strategies, these sessions cover a range of timely topics:
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Enhancing STEM Structure at the District Level: A Conversation for Building a Successful STEM Program is aimed at helping district staff initiate, develop, or scale their STEM programs. This special session, led by Wake County Public School System, NC, is specifically for district attendees and will be built around the stories shared by attendees -- stories that include challenges and successes and future goals.
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Teaching & Learning in The Era of Spatial Computing will discuss VR implementation plans, tips and tricks for avoiding pitfalls, and the increasingly innovative opportunities for virtual reality in schools.
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STEMulate Your Mind - Hands on Workshop for STEAM Integration is designed to equip you with the tools and strategies needed to seamlessly integrate STEAM principles into your educational setting - be it a classroom, library, or enrichment program. Engage your problem solving prowess as we collaborate on several stimulating STEAM activities (e.g. Merge AR/VR, Drones, AI Circuitry & Beyond) and delve into the intricacies of cultivating a blended learning environment.
Make sure to register for the Professional Conference and make your travel plans to take advantage of this opportunity to enhance your professional development!
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Empowering the Future: How the RACECAR Program Prepares Students for the World of Autonomous Vehicles | |
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The RACECAR program offered by Beaver Works Summer Institute empowers educators to teach students about self-driving cars in a dynamic, hands-on way. By focusing on critical thinking, problem-solving, and real-world applications, it helps prepare students for the future. Through comprehensive curriculum and materials, RACECAR equips educators to enhance their understanding and guide students through the complexities of autonomous vehicle technology.
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From now through the Professional Conference, we will feature blog posts like the one above on the NCSSS blog written by speakers who will be presenting at the 2024 Professional Conference. Should you wish to submit a blog, please email your post, a headshot, and bio to Jen McNally. | |
NCSSS Innovation Awards Deadline is Friday, Oct. 4 | |
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It's time to submit your nominations for the NCSSS Innovation Awards Program, which recognizes the nation’s most innovative teachers, programming, and partnerships!
We have three awards members can be nominated for:
- NCSSS Innovative STEM Student Program Award
- NCSSS Innovative STEM Teacher Award
- NCSSS Innovative Partnership Award
The deadline to submit nominations is Friday, October 4!
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Time is Running Out to Register for the Virtual College Fair | |
October 10 Webinar on Guiding Students Through the New Admissions Landscape Post-SCOTUS | |
2-3:30 p.m. ET
Thursday, Oct. 10
You won't want to miss this timely webinar on Thursday, October 10, from 2-3:30 p.m. ET, as we delve into the first college admissions cycle following the landmark Supreme Court decision on race-conscious admissions.
This ruling, which overturned decades of precedent established since Brown v. Board of Education, has profoundly reshaped the landscape of higher education. The decision has sparked national conversation on equity, access, and diversity in college admissions.
Join key leaders from both secondary and post-secondary institutions as they share essential insights and strategies for supporting students in navigating these new challenges.
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EDSURGE
Podcast: How Rising Higher Ed Costs Change Student Choices
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The high cost of college is changing how high schoolers think about whether or not to go. A new book, “Rethinking College,” argues for changing the narrative around higher education to be more welcoming to gap years, apprenticeships and other alternatives to college at a time where a degree is so expensive that students worry about its value.
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SMITHSONIAN MAGAZINE
The Power of a Teacher Who Dreams Big
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Every student deserves a champion who inspires them to dream big. Dr. Melissa Collins, a veteran elementary school teacher, and recent recipient of Tennessee's 2022 - 2023 Teacher of the Year award, is undoubtedly a champion for her students. She has spent decades inspiring students to defy perceived limitations dictated by social markers like income status, physical and cognitive ability, race, ethnicity, and gender at John P. Freeman Optional School in Memphis Shelby County public school district in Tennessee. For Melissa, educators must, “dream big for our students” if all students are expected to succeed.
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2024 NCSSS Innovation Awards Nominations Due
October 4
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Post-SCOTUS: Guide Students Through the New Admissions Landscape
2-3:30 p.m. ET
Thursday, October 10
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Virtual College Fair
5-7 p.m. ET
Thursday, October 10
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2024 Professional Conference
November 6-9, 2024
San Antonio
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Actionable AI: Practical Knowledge for STEM Schools
2 p.m. ET
Thursday, December 5
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