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The four major disciplines propelling our students and our society forward; all about education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Difference Between Left Brain and Right Brain
Do you ever amaze to know that about 90 % of people are right-handed and the rest of them are lefties? Science says this is all genetic however for me, I guess it is your choice that you make when you hold the pencil for the first time. But not just writing, those who are lefties, does everything with their left hand and righties with their right hand.
Amara SmithPublished 4 years ago in EducationIs a Computer Science Degree Right For You?
As a college student, one of the things that you will need to do is choose a major and complete your degree program. While there are many degree programs that you can pursue, computer science is among the most popular. With a degree in computer science, you can pursue a number of lucrative careers in the information technology and computing fields. When looking to pursue a degree program in computer science, it will be important to evaluate your career goals and as well as know the degree requirements beforehand. This will allow you to ensure that a computer science degree is right for you.
Synthesis for STEM-focused Research
Synthesizing STEM research can be a very difficult process for many educators. As with any type of research, we know that it takes time and often requires school teachers and administrators be to strategic in reading and interpreting many texts. Although it may be a difficult process, it works best at preparing teachers to learn and incorporate STEM in the classroom. I have listed some common themes around STEM education as well as the research that binds them together.
Anthony Austin IIPublished 4 years ago in EducationChronicles of a Research Intern #1
Okay, brief introduction of myself. I study maths and physics at uni and just finished first year with an average of 1st. Pretty good taking into account I'm an international student with English as a Second Language. I could have done better but I'm proud of myself. But leaving the course apart, I'm here to write about my first experience as a research intern.
STEMinist studentPublished 5 years ago in Education- Top Story - June 2019
I Wish More of My Teachers Had Said "I Don't Know"
I always loved science. My brain is wired analytically, and I always did well enough at anything quantitative. I also crave new knowledge, and I’ve always been too ambitious for my own good.
Elias VerenPublished 5 years ago in Education Youth Time: The Youth Global Forum Is a Great Opportunity for Potential Youth Leaders and World-Changers, Don’t Miss It
Humanity is faced with one of the most challenging questions in the century, which experts, entrepreneurs, innovators, and youth leaders will tackle at the upcoming 5th Annual Youth Global Forum. The event is organized by Youth Time International Movement, an NGO created by young people, as a platform of dialogue between ‘cultures and generations.’ Youth Time’s goal is to engage other youths from all over the world to acquire knowledge, skills, and network to develop youth potential for social leadership and pro-active participation in their civic responsibility for a better and more sustainable future for both old and new generations.
Karina ThyraPublished 5 years ago in EducationPhysics Lecture
Recently, I got the amazing opportunity to go to a lecture on "Gravitational Waves" given by Dr. Laura Nuttall. The lecture covered different aspects of physics, such as general relativity, Newton’s law on universal gravitation, space time, and of course what happens when gravitational waves given off by collisions in space pass through an object. Dr. Nuttall is a member of the LIGO Scientific Collaboration and has been for eight years; during her time there she has worked with Nobel Peace prize winners Rainer Weiss, Kip S Thorne, and Barry Barish. Impressively, LIGO managed to detect gravitational waves (ripples in space time) that were first predicted by Einstein 100 years ago which earned them a Nobel Peace prize in 2017.
Why I Became a Scientist
A short time ago, I was approached with a job offer to work in an on-site R&D lab. After so many years of working in retail and neither making the money I needed to get by, nor to help my nieces, I jumped at the opportunity. I was left with a little over a month at my job of four years, and a lot of goodbyes ahead. This transition also left me with a lot of time for reflection. Why did I even choose to become a scientist in the first place? How did I wind up on the path to an Engineering degree?
Ethan MansfieldPublished 6 years ago in EducationWhy Tech-age Kids – and Parents – Should Be Educated in STEM
Welcome back to my portal, tech makers! Now that the kids are getting ready to go back to school, I'd like to take this opportunity to get all my readers familiar with a deeper approach to education.
Seven Struggles of Being a Woman in STEM
Women are a minority in many STEM-related fields, and the numbers are not getting better. Many women leave their fields due to the struggles they endure as being part of a male-dominated culture. This article will explain some of the most common struggles women in STEM face from a day to day basis. I have included a few of my own personal stories as examples.
The Problem of Mathematics
Maths. Math. Mathematics. Whatever you call it, chances are you aren't a fan. As a maths graduate turned tutor, all I can say is, fair enough.
My Struggles with My Organic Chemistry Professor
(Warning: This article contains some uncomfortable language, gets pretty personal, and talks about mental health and suicide. Please read at your own risk.)
A. Alexis KreiserPublished 6 years ago in Education