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3 STEAM Activities to Try in the New Year

3 STEAM Activities to Try in the New Year

STEAM is a growing movement that gears students toward innovation, problem-solving, and high-level critical thinking. Incorporating the arts into academics teaches students valuable skills, while simultaneously aiming to deepen math and science concepts in insightful and interactive ways. There are a plethora of STEAM activities to try in 2019, specifically ones involving building structures, growing plants, and exploring nature. Looking to find new projects to enhance your student’s education? Keep reading to discover three STEAM activities to try in the new year. [RELATED: What is the STEAM Movement?] STEAM activity #1: build creati ... Read More About 3 STEAM Activities to Try in the New Year

What to Know About the SAT Subject Test in Physics

What to Know About the SAT Subject Test in Physics

Certain colleges and universities recommend that students take at least one SAT Subject Test during their high school career. SAT Subject Tests provide a platform for students to showcase skills in a specific subject to potential institutions. More than 50,000 high school students took the SAT Subject Test in Physics in 2017, making it one of the most popular subject tests. As with any subject test, the SAT Subject Test in Physics requires practice and preparation. When planning for the SAT Subject Test in Physics, it’s important to know the structure of the exam, the specific concepts to study, and which review strategies suit you best ... Read More About What to Know About the SAT Subject Test in Physics

3 Reasons to Incorporate Technology Into Your STEM Studies

3 Reasons to Incorporate Technology Into Your STEM Studies

If you take a moment to look around, you may soon realize that technology is at your fingertips nearly every minute of every day. As a result, there are many ways in which you can use it for more than social purposes, including incorporating it into your learning time. In the STEM realm, technology can improve how concepts and skills are absorbed, from elementary and middle school lessons, to high school, college, and graduate courses. Incorporating technology into your STEM studies can elevate your personalized experience with learning, connect you with others in the STEM field, and introduce you to unique tools. Here is how you can utilize t ... Read More About 3 Reasons to Incorporate Technology Into Your STEM Studies

3 Middle School Science Experiments to Try At Home Today

3 Middle School Science Experiments to Try At Home Today

Middle school is an exciting time to try new activities in STEM. From dropping an egg from varying heights to making a working model volcano, there are many DIY middle school science experiments to try at home. Here are just three: Middle school science experiment #1: balloon rocket To create a balloon rocket, you will need a balloon, a piece of string or thin rope that is at least 10 feet long, a plastic straw, and tape. You’ll also need two posts, which could be actual poles, doorknobs, sturdy chairs, etc. First, secure one end of the string to one post, and then insert the string through the straw. Tie the other end of the stri ... Read More About 3 Middle School Science Experiments to Try At Home Today

Must-Try STEAM/STEM Activities for Fall

Must-Try STEAM/STEM Activities for Fall

You are likely familiar with STEM (or science, technology, engineering, and math) as an education movement across schools in the U.S. A newer movement, STEAM, includes an A for art as a bridge to the other disciplines, as well as an essential component for driving innovation and problem-solving. Introducing your student to STEAM and STEM through engaging activities can be very beneficial. STEAM/STEM activities for fall can include exploring nature, experimenting with building and design activities, and getting a jump start on a science fair project. Interested in incorporating STEAM and STEM activities into the autumn months? Keep reading for ... Read More About Must-Try STEAM/STEM Activities for Fall

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