Posts tagged with: stem
Mindstorms: Children, Computers, And Powerful Ideas
by Seymour A. Papert
This book is as much about LOGO and programming, as it is about learning and education. It is as relevant for all parents and educators today, as it was 25... more
Expanding the Technology Curriculum to Include Foundational Elements of Computer Science for K-8
Ideas for exposing kids to the foundational elements of the science of computing. more
Discoveries & Breakthroughs Inside Science
The 'Discoveries & Breakthroughs Inside Science' site is a great STEM resource to weave into the daily lives of kids for reading and discussion. more
Gender, Culture, and Mathematics Performance: Disparity Not Innate Ability to Blame
"If you provide females with more educational opportunities and more job opportunities in fields that require advanced knowledge of math, you're going to find more women learning and performing very well in mathematics," says Professor Mertz of UW-Madison, co-author of a recent study that concluded that gender disparity and sociocultural factors impact the STEM landscape worldwide. more
How Dads Influence Their Daughters’ Interest In Math
— "Fathers' gender stereotypes are very important in supporting—or in undermining—daughters' choices to pursue training in math and science." This 2007 article from Science Daily underscores the importance of the father's role in the degree of interest his daughter(s) develop in math. more
Girls & Math: Shattering the Stereotype
— There are several initiatives underway devoted to promoting an interest in STEM among girls in the US. Actress Danica McKellar, now also a Math author and education activist for girls is doing her bit. Her books are a hit with girls in middle school! more