I’m not so sure how to begin a blog. I personally struggle with social platforms because I overthink what I would write down for the world to see. I always keep it concise and brief with whatever I do decide to share with the world.
As my first blog post. I combed through twitter for hours trying to find the perfect article. I read dozens, but none seemed to fit the what I thought it was looking for. Suddenly, I realized that it was due yesterday. So I read an article that dealt with STEM because it is something I am familiar with.
The article follows a Grade 3 Robotics Unit. The article is broken down by weeks. Week 1 the students were guided in an inquiry experience where they learned how to navigate the software. Week 2, the students learned how to operate and program sensors. They also collaborated on their personal struggles and showed what they learned.
This article was great because it shows you something that is extremely beneficial to the students. It weaves multiple disciplines into one hands on activity, there is a tangible end product, instant feedback and troubleshooting procedure, and gets them to thinking and collaborating. STEM projects should be incorporated into every classroom no matter the discipline.
https://www.edcan.ca/articles/the-great-stem-race/?sf216894730=1
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