The Scientific method is one of the foundations of STEM. When taught correctly, it will open up the world to students. Before we get into how to teach the scientific method, let's cover why science is important in the first place. Why Science is Important STEM, the fusion of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, is gaining...
Having to wait for a 3D part can be agonizing. We know how fantastic the object will be once it’s made. But first, we need to wait for the printing process to finish. It’s enough to make anyone impatient. Multiple elements will affect how long a 3D printer will take. Sometimes, you might be able to...
Space travel has always been a fascinating topic that has inspired numerous movies over the years. Space-themed movies offer a unique blend of excitement, wonder, and education, from tales of intergalactic adventures to real-life accounts of scientific exploration. 1. The Martian (2015) Image Credit: IMDB. Ridley Scott's visionary direction and Matt Damon's stellar performance as astronaut Mark Watney...
Computer science is a rapidly evolving field transforming how we live and work. From artificial intelligence to cybersecurity, software engineering to data analytics, computer science drives innovation and progress in virtually every aspect of our lives. Recently, people have shared the best STEM computer science movies about college students on a platform. 1. Theory of Everything...
There are many excellent STEM schools available in the United States. Some offer a general education with a focus on STEM subjects, while others are more specific. As children reach high school level, there is more of a selection when it comes to careers in STEM. Schools become more specialized at this level as opposed...
You're very mistaken if you think you need a college degree from an ivy league university to make the big bucks. Plenty of jobs pay well and require no degree whatsoever. Many jobs require on-the-job training or certification rather than years of education (and student loan debt). They can provide financial stability and career advancement opportunities...
STEM, an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, is an essential component of the educational experience. Famous biologist Judith Ramaley coined the acronym in 2001 when she was the director of the National Science Foundation (NSF). The institution began to ramp up programs in support of STEM subjects in a boatload of American schools. As...
We are in a digital world, and a large percentage of children have access to smartphones. With the convenience and accessibility of technology, more parents are allowing their kids to use phones at an early age. While this can be beneficial in many ways, there are risks to indulging young kids with unrestricted screen time. A...
Is your child gifted? You love all of your children equally, and you may feel that labeling one of them as ‘gifted’ will put an unfair focus on that child. Or, perhaps, you feel that telling your child they are gifted may inflate their ego. Despite these misgivings, identifying your child as gifted is an important step...
Robotics technology has come a long way in recent years, and now it’s easier than ever to build your own coding robot. With the open-source CrowBot BOLT, anyone can construct an autonomous vehicle and learn to code with it. In this review of CrowBot BOLT, we’ll discuss all the features and how it stacks up...