It's Part 3 of my Summer Series about STEM! This week I am focusing on the ways I am challenged by time constraints and some little things I do to help with this! I hope you find a tip or two to use- especially if you teach multiple classes like I do! Bins for Materials One of ... READ the POST
Problem Solving – Summer Series Part 4
When I started thinking of ways to convince teachers to try STEM I knew problem-solving would have to be included. For me, it is the very heart of STEM and it's my favorite part. I know, as an adult and a very right-brained person, the way I approach tasks and solve problems is vastly different ... READ the POST
The Science of STEM – Summer Series Part 3
One surprise that happened early in my STEM journey was discovering how much we would depend on the science of STEM. I knew it was important, but I had no idea how much we would need topical challenges and use of the scientific method. Alright, let's talk about Science! Folks, I started ... READ the POST
Collaboration in STEM- Summer Series Part 2
Can we talk about collaboration in STEM class? As I finished the second full year of being a STEM Specialist my goal with this summer series was to convince you to try STEM. I tried to think of the things that might be scary and help you with those, but also the reasons STEM is so wonderful. ... READ the POST
All About Supplies – Summer Series Part 1
To be honest, the first time I heard the words "STEM Lab" I had to do a google search to find out what it meant. But now...WOW! My teaching job is as a STEM Lab Teacher. Ah-MAY-zing! Join me in this four-part series to learn more about STEM and why you just might need to make it part of your ... READ the POST