This episode is sponsored by Halliburton. Listen to the full episode Eric Hammond is the Director of Government Relations at Universities Space Research Association (USRA). USRA’s mission is to advance the space-and aeronautics-related sciences exploration through innovative research, technology, and education programs; promote space and aeronautics policy; and develop and operate premier facilities and programs by […]
Sneak Peek: Take a Listen to Laura Nelson’s Interview
This episode is sponsored by Halliburton. Listen to the full episode. Laura Nelson is the Coordinator of Science Education for Portsmouth Public Schools. In this podcast, she shares: Her extensive career in STEM. Obtaining a 5 million gift for STEM education. Creating innovative outlets for elementary students. To support STEMcast Podcast: Share Episode Donate to […]
AI Integration, Who’s Up Next?
Written by: Reagan Flowers, PhD Artificial Intelligence (AI) is taking the world by storm and jobs of the future are relying on technology to go from good too great to accurate. Thoughtful AI[i] collaborations are revolutionizing how we experience the world. Those who are willing to share their data, depth of knowledge, and unique information […]
School Bells Toll, Welcome Students
Written by Reagan Flowers, PhD As students start anew this academic year, we don’t want them to wonder about who they are, we want them to know that they are inspiration and celebration. Every student can tap into the drive that is required to take great care of their mind, body, and soul. It is […]
An Expanded Growth Mindset for Girls in STEM
Written by: Reagan Flowers, PhD For years, there has been a noticeable gender gap in STEM fields, both in higher education and professions. Why is that? A more up-close and personal look reveals one of the culprits as being negative stereotypes. Further, there is also the issue of accessibility to STEM opportunities and how they […]
Your Colleague, Artificial Intelligence
Written by: Reagan Flowers, PhD “Standardized tests are ineffective tools in measuring a student’s talent and capacity to work smart alongside machines.” Some people believe that “the fuel you need for AI is just pure data”[1], but that is only one component. You can have all the data in the world, but to make that […]
Education Reform: A Path Forward
The America COMPETES Act was passed in 2007, with an emphasis on technology and science, in an effort to promote and create opportunities for educational excellence. A reauthorization of the law was enacted a new reform of the law, dubbed the “Student Success Act”. The proposed law would ban federal involvement in determining failing schools, eliminate required federal […]
Brookings STEM Report
The Brookings STEM Report offers an analysis of the occupational requirements for STEM knowledge. How does “The Hidden STEM Economy” impact you?
Summer Learning Opportunities
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Colleges Evolving In Not Requiring SAT Test Scores For Admission Impact on High School Completion Requirements
With an increasing number of top ranking universities not requiring incoming students to submit SAT scores, is it plausible that we will see an increase in minority students applying to higher education institutions. I was a student who worked hard and performed well in class but not on standardized tests. Applying to an undergraduate university with […]
CSTEMbreak, Social Network For Teachers and Students is On The Rise
In the 21st Century, social networking spaces are permeating work places and learning environments; and we are not simply talking about the popular mainstream social networks like Facebook. Teachers and students are more likely to seek out platforms that support the establishment of networks that offer the privacy, safeguards, peer-to-peer connections, teacher to student connections, and […]