Reimagining Standardized Testing in STEAM Education
Welcome all you STEAM loving educators and advocates! Last week, I had the chance to learn about gamified education from our latest DMA Speaker Series guest, Joanna Lovejoy. There were lots of good takeaways, my favorite is that, contrary to what my Mum told me, not only could I have made money playing games like Dungeons and Dragons, but [...]
Unlocking the Power of STEAM Education in K-12
Dear Colleagues, Can you believe it is already October? Of course you can, you're an educator. When does September not fly by? This week we're exploring STEAM and our role in the future-proofing students. Let's dive in 🚀 ~ Sarah Unlocking the Power of STEAM Education in K-12 In today's rapidly changing world, preparing our students [...]
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 to have a well-rounded STEAM education that prepares them for the future. In the past, educators had longer lead times that allowed us to adapt to new technologies and job markets gradually. However, in today's world, changes are happening at an unprecedented pace, and the [...]
The Engagement Challenge: Game Design Thinking in K-12 STEAM Education
Welcome to our inaugural DMA Speaker Series session hosted by Digital Media Academy (DMA)'s Chief Operating Officer, Jamie Turner.In this session, Jamie sits down with Chris Bennett, DMA's Learning and Engagement Specialist, an Affiliate at Stanford Graduate School of Education, and a veteran game designer, to discuss Game Design Thinking in K-12 STEAM Education.Chris Bennett will be the future host [...]