Articles by tag: STEM education
With the total solar eclipse on the horizon, set to occur on April 8, 2024, the scientific community is abuzz with excitement. This celestial event provides a unique opportunity to study the ionosphere’s effects on radio communications, a field of particular interest to Dr. Nathaniel Frissell. But how did a space physicist come to […]
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Educational Robotics Nurtures Critical Skills like Problem-Solving and Collaborative Teamwork
Educational robotics offers students more than just a glimpse into the world of technology. It fosters essential skills like problem-solving and teamwork. In the video, we meet Nathan, a seventh grader who recently participated in a robotics activity at school. He enthusiastically recounts the experience of controlling a robot through a computer, shedding light […]
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3D Printing Technology Drastically Advances Personalized Learning and Enhances Creative Problem-Solving
As classrooms evolve to meet the demands of the 21st century, the integration of 3D printing technology stands out as a game-changer in educational settings. Weld County RE-1 School District in Colorado is at the forefront of this revolution, having introduced Mimio Robo E3 Pro 3D printers to serve its diverse body of over […]
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Spark Career Exploration Program: Early Exposure to Careers Fosters Identity and Ambition in Students
Career exploration is becoming increasingly vital in today’s fast-evolving job landscape, marked by technological advancements and innovation. At the forefront of this educational revolution is the Spark Career Exploration Program, which integrates state-of-the-art technologies like 3D printers and robotics into its curriculum. With the responsibility of shaping the futures of nearly 90,000 students in […]
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Steve Spangler On Social Media In Education
Social media in education is transforming the way students interact with knowledge, opening up dynamic, participatory avenues of learning that engage and excite. Take, for example, the broad impact of science experiments that spill out from the traditional classroom onto the global stage of platforms like YouTube. Remember the explosive glee of the elephant’s […]
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Discovery Education Brings STEM Resources to Brazilian Students
The skills gained from STEM education extend beyond those needed to be successful in just STEM fields. Rather, via hands-on learning with real-world applications, it helps students with varied interests develop a variety of valuable skill sets, including creativity and 21st-century skills, preparing future generations to be successful in any industry. However, in many parts […]
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FirePoint is Keeping STEM Education Collaborative with Virtual Tech
FirePoint, a partnership between Wichita State University and the U.S. Army, aims to engage high school and university students in STEM learning and prep them for careers in the Department of Defense and beyond. “We have a major competition that we’re running right now with universities using university tech, and we had a bunch […]
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University Campuses Spearhead Security Innovation: How Advancements in Mobile Technology are Transforming Access Control
With the integration of wallet technologies by major players like Samsung and Apple, the mobile credentialing sector within the security industry is witnessing remarkable growth. Advancements in mobile technology are transforming access control by enabling more sophisticated and user-friendly solutions. At a recent Experts Talk episode, Geoffrey Kohl, Senior Director of Marketing at the […]
The Future of Security: Discovering the Next Generation of Security Solutions at ISC West
The recently concluded International Security Conference & Exposition West 2024 (ISC West) proved to be an indispensable platform for discovering the next generation of security solutions, providing attendees with invaluable insights into the future of the industry. At a recent episode of MarketScale’s roundtable show Experts Talk, Cathal Walsh, Vice President and Chief Security […]
Cyber Resilience: To Protect Corporate Assets, Businesses Must Invest in Cybersecurity Training
As cyberattacks occur at increasing frequency, cybersecurity has become a cornerstone of corporate security strategies across all sectors. With businesses increasingly reliant on digital infrastructures, the quality of a company’s cybersecurity training is no longer just an operational requirement — it is a strategic asset. The stakes are high, as a breach can lead […]
Forming Relationships with Industry Insiders Can Quell Sales Cycles and their Length of Time
New companies are facing more and more challenges in the security industry as sales cycles are experiencing lengthier times. One of those reasons is due to the complexity of the security industry itself, along with the unique and special business models every new company will come in with. But there is a solution to […]
