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In January we hosted our 16th annual Early Literacy Summit at Rice University. With 400 attendees and more than two dozen sessions to choose from, participants were treated to a full day of learning about the most recent trends and … Continue reading →

“As a chemist, I agree that remaining competitive in the sciences is a critical issue. But as an instructor, I also think that if American STEM grads are going to lead the world in innovation, then their science education cannot … Continue reading →

STEAM – Teaching The STEM Disciplines Through Art “Across the country, teachers and administrators are coming to a similar conclusion: art informs science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and vice versa. Consequently, they are pioneering new methods of teaching that … Continue reading →

As educators, we often hear the term “STEM” referenced in professional development settings, curriculum programs and in educational news. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics – four studies that drive learning and improvements in the classroom and beyond.  … Continue reading →