VEX Robotics

So excited to be attending BRILLIANT next week! I'll be there with VEX Robotics, who excitingly are a Sponsor and the Technology Leader for the Festival which takes place on 15th of October. We'll be at Stand C9 — come say hi! — and at 11am in the Classroom of Now, Chris Calver will be discussing how competitive robotics programmes can help foster and promote both STEM skills and key soft skills in students! You can still register to attend ?? https://lnkd.in/eGVBQUwY

A new study in the American Journal of Education challenges the traditional “pipeline” approach in STEM, which assumes early academic success is all that’s needed for later achievement. Link: https://lnkd.in/eGRGaxSy The study reveals that underserved students, in particular, benefit from environments that nurture a STEM identity, resilience, and a growth mindset, highlighting that academic preparation alone doesn’t address the unique barriers these students face. At VEX Robotics we believe STEM should start early—but more importantly, STEM should start the RIGHT way. Research on our VEX GO and VEX 123 platforms shows that providing hands-on, supportive experiences from a young age builds the mindsets and skills students need to persist in STEM fields. VEX GO has been shown to foster problem-solving, resilience, and creativity in underserved students, allowing them to approach challenges confidently and develop a sense of belonging in STEM. VEX 123 provides young learners with tangible, age-appropriate coding experiences that lay the groundwork for technical skills while building students’ confidence and STEM identity. These findings affirm that building STEM identity and resilience from the start creates a more inclusive and effective path in STEM education—something we’re committed to supporting at VEX. For these studies and more VEX research, visit research.vex.com Proud to see our solutions bridging opportunity gaps by starting STEM the right way. #VEXRobotics #STEMIdentity #GrowthMindset #EducationalRobotics #STEMeducation #InnovationInEducation

I’m absolutely thrilled to be presenting at the upcoming ACAMIS conference at Renaissance College Hong Kong on Oct 19-20! This is such an exciting opportunity to share my passion for STEM education with educators from around the region. Robotics has become an increasingly important part of our lives, and I believe it’s essential to introduce students to be comfortable how to make sense of technology at a young age. By teaching them about robotics, we can inspire their creativity, problem-solving skills, and critical thinking. I’m looking forward to discussing the latest trends in robotics education, sharing best practices, and learning from other educators. I can’t wait to see what the future holds for STEM education! #ACAMIS #VEXRobotics #STEMeducation #HongKong #ComputerScience

In a new article, VP of Global Educational Strategy Jason McKenna explores the vital connection between early health and educational outcomes. Learn actionable steps administrators can take to drive better childhood health to ensure that early health challenges don't become lifelong barriers to classroom success. Read the full article here: https://buff.ly/4eMqA9H

Join us at the Southern Educational Robotics Conference (SERC) 2024 at Auburn University College of Sciences and Mathematics (COSAM) on October 10th and 11th! Gain practical robotics education knowledge in sessions like Science and Data Logging with VEX IQ, led by Jason McKenna on Oct. 11th at 10 AM CT, or AI and Computational Thinking: Vision Sensor Decision-Making with Robotics, led by Yuhan (Jimmy) Lin on Oct. 10th at 10:05 AM CT. Learn more or register here: https://buff.ly/3ZOpx4O

For educators, ensuring every student can fully participate and benefit from classroom learning is always front of mind. Recent updates in VEXcode 4.0 make accessibility a priority, making an effort to help provide a more inclusive environment for students and teachers of all abilities. Learn about key accessibility improvements in VEXcode 4.0 in a new VEX PD+ Insights article to see how these enhancements help create more learning opportunities and empower every student to engage with CS and robotics. ?? Read here (no subscription required): https://buff.ly/3zulRKZ

In a new article, VP of Global Educational Strategy Jason McKenna offers a way to reframe the way district leaders present improvement initiatives: instead of focusing on what to do, try focusing on what NOT to do. Suggestions like not overscheduling teachers present a new way of looking at performance improvements. ??? Read the full article here: https://buff.ly/3XXOfys

If you are in sales and looking to delve into the world of STEM Education or are a STEM Professional seeking new opportunities, consider applying to VEX Australia. #Sales #STEM #Education #Opportunity I’m #hiring. Know anyone who might be interested?

Many educators feel isolated when teaching STEM subjects. In a new article, Vice President of Global Educational Strategy Jason McKenna offers solutions to create environments where STEM educators can thrive, from Professional Learning Communities to mentorship & interdisciplinary collaboration. Read more to discover actionable steps to support & empower your STEM teachers: https://buff.ly/3MNdCN2

Come visit Mo (Mohammed) Qureshi from #VEXrobotics at DIDAC India (Booth I6-I7), New Delhi (18-20th Sept.) Stop by and learn about our K-career STEM continuum and resources!