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Looking for a great virtual event to engage your students, especially older students, and especially girls, in the excitement of STEM Careers?STEMpede 2021 is a FREE virtual event (May 5-6, 2021) focused on young women in STEM. Attendees will learn about the careers of inspiring female speakers as well as the technical side of their work. After all, what better way to learn than from those who are the most passionate.Speakers include Nobel Laureate Donna Strickland form the University of Waterloo , Menita Prasad from the Vancouver Zoo, and many more. This event will act as a platform for students to learn in more detail about the work and careers of inspiring women in STEM! Young women in STEM will have opportunities to connect with their peers and professors alike. Sign up FREE at https://stempede2021.carrd.co/Find out more: Website   stempede2021.carrd.co/Instagram @stempede2021Chris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:Website dailystem.comTwitter @dailystemInstagram @dailyste

STEM Meets the Challenge of the Pandemic was created by STEM Leads The Way to help students learn about the ways  STEM professionals are helping lead forward in the pandemic. Through virtual experiences, this effort brings forward ways that STEM professionals and the companies they work at—in Minnesota and throughout the world—are using science, engineering, technology, and mathematics to find innovative and cutting-edge solutions to the challenges introduced by the COVID-19 pandemic.Check out the Career videos: www.stemleadstheway.org/explore-stem-careers/Connect with STEM Leads The Way:Website  stemleadstheway.orgTwitter @StemLeadstheWayConnect with Katie engagenonprofits.comChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:Website dailystem.comTwitter @dailystemInstagram @dailystemYouTubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on Amazon Support the show

Any student can invent.Any student can engineer.Any student can make a difference.Project Invent is a nonprofit organization that trains high school educators in design thinking, engineering, and entrepreneurship. After their training, educators use their knowledge to empower high school students to invent new technologies for social good. Project Invent empowers students with the 21st-century skills to succeed individually and impact globally, through invention. Their goal is to create a generation of fearless, compassionate problem solvers.For example, one of the Project Invent teams invented a belt for a blind man in their community. After hearing about the dangers he faces when walking along the sidewalk, the students created a belt that warned him when we began to veer.Project Invent founder Connie Liu created Project Invent after using her MIT engineering degree in the classroom. She was recently named to Forbes' 30 Under 30 list of education leaders!Connect with Project Invent:Website  projectinve

Kids all around the world are in need of prosthetics. The kids in your classroom can help, thanks to the Limb Kind Foundation (limbkind.org)Robert Schulman, C.P. is a Certified Prosthetist who founded the Limb Kind Foundation in 2019 and serves as the organization’s Executive Director.  Limb Kind was founded with the goal of improving the lives of children with limb loss both domestic and international, by strengthening the amputee community, and providing pediatric prosthetic care to all.Robert, a native Long Islander, graduated from SUNY University of Buffalo in June 1994 with a B.A. degree in Sociology. It was after graduation that Robert discovered the field of Prosthetics, and what would turn out to be his life’s passion. He started out as a Prosthetic Technician at Allied Orthopedics in Brooklyn, NY, learning how to build and fabricate prosthetic limbs, and is now a Certified Prosthetist. Robert has helped thousands of men, women, and children with limb loss, regain their independence after providing th

What if kids, especially girls, really believed they could grow up and be anything? Laurie Wallmark was one of those kids, and so are the women she’s written about.Laurie is a full-time, award winning children’s book author, and she “loves it.” Some previous jobs she’s held are software engineer, owner of a mail order company (she had a bookstore on the Web before Amazon did!), and computer science professor.Laurie's latest book CODE BREAKER, SPY HUNTER: HOW ELIZEBETH FRIEDMAN CHANGED THE COURSE OF TWO WORLD WARS tells the exciting story of how a cryptographer helped capture rum runners and break up Nazi spy rings. The back matter shows kids how they can crack the code and exchange secret messages with their friends. Scattered throughout the book's illustrations are hidden messages for kids to find and decode. For those who want to learn more, the back matter also includes a description of how codes and ciphers work, as well as information about cryptography today. Readers will learn how to keep the

Code is the new literacy. Six hundred years ago, most people couldn’t read. In 1440, the invention of the printing press laid the groundwork for massive increases in literacy and ushered in the modern era. Today, computers and the internet are causing a similar tectonic shift. Reading and writing are foundational skills, and in our digital world, coding is too. But coding can be intimidating to learn. What is code? Where do you even start? In Read Write Code, Jeremy Keeshin demystifies the world of computers, starting at the beginning to explain the basic building blocks of today’s tech: programming, the internet, data, apps, the cloud, cybersecurity, algorithms, artificial intelligence, and more. As CEO and Co-founder of odeHS, Keeshin has helped teach coding to millions of students over the last decade. Complex concepts are explained in friendly and engaging ways, with interactive examples and practical tips. This book is a must-read for modern educators and anyone who wants to understand why code matters t

Cybersecurity is more than just stopping hackers. Adding cybersecurity learning to a classroom can help kids experience more practical hands-on learning and expose them to careers they never dreamed of.A new report reveals that cybersecurity is a growing issue for K-12 schools around the country, with about 19 bills introduced in 2020 to help schools with issues related to cyber.With millions of children across the country learning online and schools being a top target of cyber-attacks, now is a critical time for cybersecurity education—for teachers on down to kindergarteners. A recently released benchmark report on the state of cybersecurity education in K-12 schools, shows that less than 50% of students in the U.S. have access to cybersecurity education today.Kevin Nolten, the director of CYBER.ORG, a cybersecurity workforce development organization, shares why it's vital for K-12 schools to get cybersecurity education in the hands of more teachers and students. He also shares the importance of basic c

Erik has thought a lot about how to get kids building a growth mindset through homework that truly enhances learning and isn't just busywork. His new book, 12 Characteristics of Deliberate Homework, defines what deliberate homework looks like and provides relevant, actionable suggestions to guide your homework decisions. You'll uncover how to think through these 12 characteristics of homework: reasonable completion timethe right level of complexityappropriate frequencyserves a specific purposealigns with learning targetsguided by a learning mindsetcontains a thoughtful formatfits the learning sequencecommunicated clearlyfollowed by feedbackuses grades to guide progressimplementation is consistentErik Youngman, Ed.D, is a father and the Director of Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment in Libertyville, IL. He's also an author & advocate for growth mindset, continuous learning, feedback, metacognition, & innovation.Get a copy of 12 Characteristics of Deliberate HomeworkLearn more about

EarthEcho International, the global nonprofit founded on the belief that youth have the power to change our planet, is accepting submissions for the 2021 OurEcho Challenge until April 22, 2021.  The STEM competition is designed to engage young problem solvers in studying, respecting and protecting the diversity of species and ecosystems that make life on earth possible. Teams of middle school students, guided by a teacher or mentor, are challenged to address the decline in biodiversity by identifying threats to natural resources in their communities and developing innovative solutions. The competition is made possible through the support of Aramco Americas. To learn more, please visit ourechochallenge.org.   “During last year’s inaugural OurEcho Challenge we were blown away by the ingenuity, passion and determination of young leaders ready, willing and able to take on the growing global decline of biodiversity,” said Philippe Cousteau, Jr., founder of EarthEcho International. “The Challenge provides students

Did you know that our planet is over 70% covered by ocean? Maybe it should be called Ocean instead of Earth.Patricia Newman wrote Planet Ocean to share the story of what happens in the ocean. Patricia has also written a number of books with a nature theme to help educators combine STEM & Literacy in their classrooms and to help parents get their kids reading about STEM at home.Learn more about the book Planet OceanConnect with Patricia:Website patriciamnewman.comFind the educator resourcesChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on AmazonSupport the show

Joshua is a Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at Michigan Tech. He currently runs the Michigan Tech in Open Sustainability Technology (MOST) group and is also an adjunct professor in Mech and at Queens University, Canada where I run the Queens Applied Sustainability Group. Joshua's new book is designed for people interested in making and creating. It's filled with ways to save money by making use of free and open-source technologies on a wide range of products. There are chapters that cover how to make scientific tools for STEM, become a citizen scientist, and info on how to get free books on every subject imaginable. The book also covers the potential of DIY manufacturing and recycling projects that are appropriate for kids and can boost STEM education. Get the new new book Create, Share, and Save Money Using Open-SourceProjectsConnect with Joshua:Website appropedia.org/Category:MOSTTwitter @profpearceChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:dailystem.co

Emily just wants to help make STEM practical, simple, and easy enough for every classroom and every family to experience STEM learning together. Her new book 15-Minute STEM Part 2  is filled with 40 simple projects to get kids making and creating. Emily Hunt is an experienced primary school teacher whose role as a science subject leader at a school in Bristol ignited a passion for promoting STEM education. During a recent year abroad in the USA she developed a popular website and blog offering STEM activities and advice for educators working with the primary age range. She also worked within the US education system to deliver science outreach, and holds a master's in education from the University of Cambridge.Get the new 15-Minute STEM Part 2 BookAlso check out the original 15-Minute STEM BookConnect with Emily:Website howtostem.co.ukTwitter @HowToSTEMChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on AmazonSupp

Kids love superheroes. They know that superheroes solve big problems, and they want to solve big problems too.  Shari & Matt Brady are super educators who contributed to DC Comic's first STEM themed comic book Flash Facts!Flash Facts—DC’s newest middle grade graphic novel—takes readers ages 8-12 on 10 thrilling adventures, mixing heroic tales of DC Super Heroes with valuable lessons in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). The anthology is curated by Big Bang Theory star, author, and scientist Mayim Bialik, PhD, and is written and drawn by some of the biggest names in middle grade and comics publishing! A first of its kind for DC, Flash Facts is a unique pairing of STEM, comics, and DC Super Heroes. The book provides a helpful bridge between lessons taught inside the classroom and our everyday lives by demonstrating some of the most kid-approved subjects like virtual reality, 3-D printing, forensics, space and so much more, through iconic DC characters like Batman, the Flash, Supergirl an

Growing up, Miriam's dad wanted her to go into computer science. She thought that computers were gray and boring. "It took me 30 years to find the creative and human side of technology and I don't want the same to happen to our children."As a coding teacher, Miriam Tocino has taught hundreds of students to switch their careers into tech. TELLING STORIES has helped her to make abstract concepts accessible and keep kids engaged.As the author of the Zerus & Ona books, Miriam aims to bring what she learned during her days as a teacher into people's homes and help spark children's curiosity for the world of computers.Find out more about the Zerus and Ona books:Website zerusandona.comTwitter @zerusandonaSubscribe to the newsletter & get a free resource download zerusandona.com/pages/dailystemConnect with MiriamTwitter @miriamtocinoemail miriam@zerusandona.com(the other book Miriam mentioned in the episode: Ada Lovelace, Poet and Scientist)Chris Woods is the host of the STEM Eve

Maybe you're an educator wondering how to really make technology easy in your school? Keven explains that it's all about trying, sometimes failing, and getting back up again. No matter what type of tech you're thinking of using in your classroom, there are people who can help."If each and every project goes off without a hitch, our students are going to miss out on an essential piece of maturing: overcoming adversity and building resiliency through failure."Keven Rinaman is the Director of Technology at Calvert Catholic Schools in Tiffin, OH. Keven aims to utilize his knowledge and skills to bring classroom technology tools to teachers all over the world. Keven is a Level 1 Google Certified Teacher, MakerBot Certified Curriculum Creator, and an Apple Teacher. When it comes to educational technology, Keven’s vision is using technology to engage, enhance, and extend lessons. Keven also the MAGIC Potion EDU Podcast as well as the Teacher’s Tech Toolbox blog.Connect with Keven:Website tea

From now until Jan 15, 2021, your students in 4th-8th grade can participate in a Virtual Science Fair sponsored by Future Goals & EVERFI.The Future Goals Virtual Science Fair gives kids the chance to imagine how STEM can enhance the NHL hockey game experience in three creative categories: Virtual Fan Engagement, Sustainability and Technology/Innovation.If their idea scores, they could take home an exciting NHL® STEM-At-Home Prize Pack full of tech to help you bring big innovations to life. Register & Find out more info at futuregoals.nhl.com/events/virtual-science-fair/Find more great free EVERFI & FutureGoals resources:FutureGoals website futuregoals.nhl.comEVERFI website everfi.com/k-12/Chris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on AmazonSupport the show

Did you ever wonder what it would take to get your students, your kids, to think with an engineering design mindset? Did you ever wonder what engineering really is?Marsha Tufft has a wonderful story of perseverance as she earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering and went on to a successful career at GE Aviation. She's turned her passions for all things making and creating and STEM into a "second career" of teaching STEM camps and writing books to help kids get excited about STEM and Engineering! And don't forget to check out the great resources on her website putneydesigns.comLearn more about her books:Putney and the Magic eyePadhttps://readersfavorite.com/book-review/putney-and-the-magic-eyepadThe Cardboard Boat Race, Putney and the Magic eyePad–Book 2https://readersfavorite.com/book-review/the-cardboard-boat-raceThe Butterfly Detective, Putney and the Magic eyePad–Book 3https://readersfavorite.com/book-review/the-butterfly-detectiveConnect with Marsha:Website putneydesigns.comTwitter @M

Paul Shircliff is not your typical makerspace or STEM educator. He doesn't just know about coding or cardboard or tools or electronics...he knows about ALL of it! And when someone says something about a makerspace, he's quick to remind that "the real makerspace is between your ears"Paul has been a nuclear engineer, a teacher, and most importantly a maker. Connect with Paul:Website paulshircliff.orgTwitter @shirky17Chris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on AmazonSupport the show

Paul Shircliff is not your typical makerspace or STEM educator. He doesn't just know about coding or cardboard or tools or electronics...he knows about ALL of it! And when someone says something about a makerspace, he's quick to remind that "the real makerspace is between your ears"Paul has been a nuclear engineer, a teacher, and most importantly a maker. Connect with Paul:Website paulshircliff.orgTwitter @shirky17Chris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on AmazonSupport the show

About codeSpark AcademyThe Parents Choice Award-winning codeSpark Academy, which has a presence in more than 1/3 of US school districts, teaches the ABCs of coding through a combo of structured challenges and open-ended play. The app is ideal for at-home learning as its self-directed, project-based model allows kids to learn a complex subject like coding at their own pace. Kids can even learn virtually from their classmates and friends through multi-player modes and sharing completed games and stories on the platform. codeSpark Academy’s gender-neutral characters and easy to use “no words” interface is perfect for kids in 170 countries just starting to master the basics of technology. Teachers can sign up for a FREE educator account About Grant HosfordGrant Hosford is the CEO and co-founder of codeSpark, the venture backed edtech company behind codeSpark Academy, the world’s #1 coding platform for young kids. Using a proprietary “no words” interface, codeSpark has introduced more than 30 million kids ages 4 t