VSTE

Virginia Society for Technology in Education

Big Deal Media

Big Deal Book, May 1, 2018: Venture into the Art World, Apply Mathematical Thinking & More

by

Blue rectangle with words Maximizing Technology in the the 21st Century Classroom bright graphic on left side of rectangle displays words Big Deal MediaVSTE partners with Big Deal Media to bring you the "best of the best" of web-based resources, classroom competitions and teacher grant programs. The May 1, 2018, newsletter offers resources that Venture into the Art World, Apply Mathematical Thinking & More.

Here are a few of our favorites...be sure to check out the whole newsletter!

Activities Intersecting Art and Science

Exploring Leonardo focuses on the intersection between art and science, exploring how Leonardo da Vinci applied the scientific method creatively in every aspect of life, including art and music. Students can explore the interactive learning activities on the site to discover more about this fascinating scientist, inventor, and artist.

Issues Viewed Through the Lens of the US Presidency

The Miller Center at University of Virginia offers a free teacher- and student-friendly collection of resources that are about all of the US presidents and key public issues of each period.

Minigames to Increase Environmental Awareness

Fighting climate change becomes interactive with the free Cleanopolis VR app for iOS and Android by Groupe EDF. Students learn about CO2 and battle along with Captain Clean in the fight against climate change.

Big Deal Book, May 1, 2018

Archives

Big Deal Book, April 15, 2018

by

Blue rectangle with words Maximizing Technology in the the 21st Century Classroom bright graphic on left side of rectangle displays words Big Deal MediaVSTE partners with Big Deal Media to bring you the "best of the best" of web-based resources, classroom competitions and teacher grant programs. The April 15, 2018, newsletter offers resources that Support English Learners, Build Financial Literacy, Focus on STEAM & More.

Experimental Extensions to Scratch

The Scratch team in the MIT Media Lab is gearing up to release a new version of Scratch designed to work on mobile devices. The team is also working on a way to integrate the physical world with Scratch using what they’re currently calling a “Scratch Pad.”

Writing Game for Setting Creativity in Motion

Designed by Liternauts for iOS, Android, Kindle, and Mac, the Writing Challenge allows students from ages 7 to 14 to enjoy writing in the guise of an engaging, interactive game.

Technology Support for Maker Communities

The SparkFun Community Partnership Program facilitates one-time collaborations between SparkFun and its community partners to support the work of makers in the field. In exchange for support through the donation of SparkFun hardware, community partners provide content for SparkFun’s channels to share their stories with the maker community at large.

Big Deal Book: Rock with STEM, Design Mobile Apps, Solve Words in AR & More

by

Blue rectangle with words Maximizing Technology in the the 21st Century Classroom bright graphic on left side of rectangle displays words Big Deal MediaVSTE partners with Big Deal Media to bring you the "best of the best" of web-based resources, classroom competitions and teacher grant programs. The April 2, 2018, newsletter offers resources that Rock with STEM, Design Mobile Apps, Solve Words in AR & More.

Underwater Robotics Curriculum

WaterBotics, from the Stevens Institute of Technology, is an innovative, underwater robotics curriculum that can be used in traditional classroom settings or in afterschool and summer camp programs.

Challenge to Reduce Waste by Applying STEM Skills

Sponsored by Project Paradigm and the American Red Cross, the Paradigm Challenge is intended to inspire youth to use STEM skills, as well as kindness, creativity, and collaboration, to make a difference. The challenge is to generate new ideas to reduce waste in homes, schools, communities, and around the world.

Rock Videos with Underlying STREAM Concepts

Some teachers are using videos created by the rock band OK Go to teach art, math, and science. The band collaborated with the Playful Learning Lab at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota to create a free website for educators called OK Go Sandbox.

Big Deal Book, April 2, 2018

Archives

 

Big Deal Book: Blend Teaching and Technology, Put STEAM into STEM & More

by

Blue rectangle with words Maximizing Technology in the the 21st Century Classroom bright graphic on left side of rectangle displays words Big Deal MediaVSTE partners with Big Deal Media to bring you the "best of the best" of web-based resources, classroom competitions and teacher grant programs. The March 15, 2018, newsletter offers resources that Blend Teaching and Technology, Put STEAM into STEM & More.

Here are a few of our favorites. Be sure to check out the complete newsletter using the link below. The archives have some great stuff, too!

Summer Institutes on Teaching with Primary Sources

The Library of Congress (LOC) organizes one-week Summer Teacher Institutes, during which LOC education specialists facilitate sessions modeling strategies for using primary sources to engage students, build critical thinking skills, and construct knowledge.

Modules for Preparing Future Physics Teachers

Teaching Physics Modules are an outgrowth of an initiative of the Physics Teachers Education Coalition to help preservice physics teachers in their preparation to be effective in the classroom. The modules focus on several crucial aspects of classroom instruction, with the purpose of improving student learning, motivation, and confidence.

Guide for Blending Instruction and Technology

Blending Teaching and Technology: Simple Strategies for Improved Student Learning, a freely downloadable guide from Future Ready Schools, offers school district leaders a collection of strategies aligned to the Future Ready Frameworkfor implementing an instructional approach supported by blended learning.

Big Deal Book, March 15, 2018

Archives

 

Big Deal Book, March 1, 2018

by

VSTE partners with Big Deal Media to bring you the "best of the best" of web-based resources, classroom competitions and teacher grant programs. The March 1, 2018, newsletter offers resources that Create AR Stories, Meet Leading Scientists, Study in a Virtual Lab & More.

Here are a few of our favorites. Be sure to check out the complete newsletter using the link below. The archives have some great stuff, too!

3D Modeling Inspired by a Science Fiction Film

Netia McCray, an educator and founder of the nonprofit Mbadika (meaning “Ideas” in Kimbundu), has released a YouTube series for educators to share tips about incorporating the film Black Panther into their lesson plans.

Campaign Inspiring Inclusion of Black Girls in Books

At 10 years old, Marley Dias loved to read but hardly ever came across protagonists who looked like her, so she decided to do something about it. In November 2015, Dias launched the #1000BlackGirlBooks campaign to raise awareness about the lack of black girl characters and inspire young people to take action.

Grant to Enhance STEM Education in Rural Schools

America’s Farmers Grow Rural Education program, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund, allows eligible farmers to nominate their local public school district for grants to help enhance education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).

Big Deal Book, March 1, 2018

Archives