The Benefits of STEAM Education: Why it’s Essential for Today’s Students
In today's fast-paced and rapidly changing world, it's more important than ever for students [...]
Navigating Assessment in the Era of AI: Strategies for K-12 Educators
Dear STEAM Enthusiasts,Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!This issue delves into the ever-evolving world of AI in education, specifically focusing on assessing student work created with the assistance of AI tools.As AI plays an increasingly prominent role in classrooms, educators grapple with how to evaluate student learning accurately and effectively. Here, we explore strategies and considerations for assessing student work when AI [...]
Coding Across the Curriculum: Unlocking Creativity and Problem-Solving
Dear STEAM Enthusiasts, Welcome back to STEAM Connect, your bi-weekly dose of inspiration and practical tips for STEAM education! In this issue, we explore the transformative power of integrating coding across subjects to foster computational thinking in students of all ages. Let's dive in 🪸 Why Code Across STEAM Subjects? In today's digital world, computational thinking – [...]
Art Meets Science: Bridging the Creativity Gap for Deeper Learning
Hello Educators! Have you ever looked at a breathtaking sunset and marveled at the scientific dance of light and atmosphere? Or perhaps been captivated by the intricate details of a flower and pondered the evolutionary marvel it represents? This is the beautiful space where art and science collide, where seemingly disparate disciplines inform and inspire each other. This week [...]
The Future of Learning: AI, Augmented, and Virtual Reality in the Classroom
Education is changing... Imagine a classroom where the Great Barrier Reef stretches across the floor, brought to life through augmented reality (AR). Students wear virtual reality (VR) headsets to dissect a frog, peering into its intricate biology without the mess or limitations of a physical specimen. Thanks to advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and the convergence of AR, VR, [...]
The Future of Work: Exploring the Exciting World of STEAM Careers
The world is changing faster than ever and STEAM fields are constantly merging, creating exciting new career paths for our students. This means a significant portion of students today will likely enter careers that haven't been invented yet, as such it's crucial to equip them with the skills and knowledge they need to navigate this dynamic landscape. This newsletter dives into [...]
Navigating the Future: Educational Equity and the Rise of AI
The rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLMs) presents both exciting possibilities and significant challenges for the future of education. While these technologies hold immense potential to personalize learning and empower students, ensuring equitable access and fostering ethical understanding remain paramount. This newsletter explores these crucial aspects and provides resources to guide your journey. Let's [...]
The New York Academy of Sciences and Digital Media Academy Announce Partnership to Empower Global Youth Innovators
NEW YORK, NY and STANFORD, CA, February 8, 2024 The New York Academy of Sciences (The Academy) and Digital Media Academy Corp. (DMA) are pleased to announce a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing educational opportunities and fostering innovation among global youth. This collaboration focuses on scaling and sustaining two groundbreaking initiatives: The New York Academy of Sciences Junior Academy, [...]
Unleashing Learning Magic: Multi-modal AI in Your Classroom
Remember those clunky text-based AI assistants from last year? Buckle up, because 2024 is all about multi-modal AI, the next frontier in education. Imagine students learning history through VR simulations that respond to their questions, mastering languages with AI tutors adapting to their accents or exploring complex scientific concepts with 3D models analyzed by AI in real-time. Sounds futuristic? [...]
Embracing Inquiry-Based Learning in STEAM
Happy New Year! I hope you're all getting into that post-holiday rhythm. (Unless you're in the Southern Hemisphere and about to head into summer break, then know that the rest of us are jealous.) Regardless of your school calendar, I hope you're ready for a more STEAM filled classroom. Today we're talking about combining inquiry-based learning and STEAM concepts. Let's dive in 🪸 [...]
2023’s Tech Trends Fuelling STEAM Education
Happy holidays, STEAM loving educators and advocates! As we jingle away from another incredible year, I hope you have a chance to unplug and recharge. I have a feeling 2024 is going to be a big year. Rumor has it, it's going to be 366 days. Today we're taking a look back some of 2023's hottest tech trends and how [...]