What is Inquiry-based Learning?

Sparking student engagement, no matter the subject matter, often means meeting students where they’re already at.

It’s about...


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Any Classroom Can Be a STEM Classroom: Tips for Creating a STEM Learning Environment

You too can create a STEM classroom where students are actively engaged in collaborating to solve problems using creativity and...


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How STEM Education Contributes To Career and College Readiness

We've previously discussed the benefits of STEM in early childhood education– but what about its benefits for students beyond...


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5 Reasons the Productive Struggle Belongs in STEM

It may be hard to watch students struggle, but facing the challenges of learning with the right attitude and seeing how missteps...


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Why is STEM so Important in Early Childhood Education?

STEM education is beneficial for all ages, including preschoolers and kindergartners. Introducing students to STEM provides early...


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Using Inquiry-Based Learning With STEMscopes Math Activities

Traditional methods of teaching math only work for a handful of students. The majority of students struggle trying to learn math...


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Using The 3 Little Pigs To Teach 5E STEM

Let’s take a closer look at the classic children’s story, The Three Little Pigs, and how it serves as the foundation for a...


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