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The escalating challenges of climate change are reshaping our world, affecting everything from flooding and wildfires to crop yields. These pressing issues have sparked concerns about scientific literacy and engagement among younger generations. In this article, Michigan State University's Professor Barbara Schneider, has introduced "Crafting Engagement for Science Environments" – a project-based learning curriculum aimed at enhancing science literacy among high school students. This allows underserved students to get the opportunity to engage with high-level science classes that they would not have been able to before. This is exactly the kind of thing we love at Scoutlier, not just teaching students the required material, but helping them learn to think like a scientist and understand the world around them with the goal of that student becoming an effective member of the future workforce pipeline. Check it out! Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/eRB5TxJR Check out Scoutlier with a free account: https://lnkd.in/eY8zh92h Leo Brehm

??The best K-12 Hydroponics course is at NextWaveSTEM ?? In the heart of education lies the power to shape the future. At NextWaveStem, we're harnessing this power through our innovative Hydroponics K-12 courses, inspired by the transformative journey of schools all over the country, like Miles Davis Academy, in Chicago. Why is NextWaveSTEM Hydroponics the best? ?? Hands-On Learning: Our courses break the mold of traditional education, engaging students in the science of growth through direct, hands-on experiences. ??Interdisciplinary Approach: We blend biology, environmental science, and technology, preparing students for the complex environmental challenges of tomorrow. ?? ?? Real-World Skills: Beyond academic knowledge, students develop practical skills in sustainable farming and gardening, empowering them to make a positive impact on their communities and the planet. ?? Accessibility for Educators: Designed with ease of implementation in mind, our program enables educators across all backgrounds to bring this enriching experience to their classrooms. We're on a mission to bring this transformative educational experience to schools nationwide, and we invite all of you to join us in this green revolution. ?? Let's plant the seeds of innovation and growth together. For more information on how to integrate our Hydroponics K-12 courses into your curriculum just visit https://lnkd.in/dPw4CkS2 #HydroponicsEducation #STEM #SustainableLearning #NextWaveStem #EnvironmentalStewardship #InnovativeEducation #FutureReady

Countryside Classrooms: Our classrooms are large, refurbished barns Thematic Learning: Our programs are often aligned with school curriculums, covering topics such as biology and agriculture through engaging, real-world examples. STEM Education: Activities integrate aspects of science, food education and mathematics helping children understand the farm to fork journey of their food in a practical context #onthefarm #schooltrips #backtoschool https://lnkd.in/eu5EQY4w

Why do some birds experience two summers a year? Our 3-week PBL middle school science unit introduces students to STEM learning and scientific discourse while exploring seasons and bird migration. Students investigate: ? Why do some birds migrate with the seasons? ?? Why is summer warmer than winter? Through hands-on models, scientific arguments, and community engagement, students develop future-ready skills like critical thinking and communication—key for success in STEM careers. Learn how students are becoming problem-solvers and educators in their communities! #PBL #STEMEducation #FutureReady #Seasons #CareerPathways

Montana educators at Paris Gibson Education Center show how to create culturally relevant STEM experiences for students. Learn how their team integrates Native cultural practices with hands-on science through gardening, aquaponics, and physics investigations—supporting both cultural understanding and scientific literacy. https://lnkd.in/gkbajie3 #STEMEd #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth

Rivers in a changing world A new Academically Based Community Service class brings Penn and William L. Sayre High School students together to learn environmental science and engineering. The history of Philadelphia’s water lies mostly underground, buried and dormant. Watershed maps show a slow and persistent erasure of the streams that once covered the city, branching capillaries that stretched from Chestnut Hill to South Philadelphia.?With?73% of the city’s waterways piped, visible water now exists mostly in large bodies: the Delaware River, the Schuylkill River, and the Wissahickon Creek. In West Philadelphia, an uncovered stream remains: Cobbs Creek, where 11 Penn students and 14 high school students from William L. Sayre High School gather on a mild morning for Rivers in a Changing World, an?Academically Based?Community?Service (ABCS) class?coordinated by the?Netter Center for Community Partnerships. It is taught by?Douglas J. Jerolmack, of the?School of Arts & Sciences?and the?School of Engineering and Applied Science, in collaboration with LaRon Smith, a ninth-grade science teacher at Sayre. This moment was two years in the making. The course grew out of a?2021 Projects for Progress award?led by?Ocek Eke?of Penn Engineering to promote equitable access to STEM education for West Philadelphia students. Rivers in a Changing World uses environmental science and engineering to address climate change and encourage students to play an active role in their environment. The Penn students learn alongside their high school counterparts, Jerolmack says. They lead small groups, teaching as they go. “That model, where students are co-learning and mentoring at the same time, is one of the really special parts about this course,” says Jerolmack, who is a professor of?earth and environmental science?and?mechanical engineering and applied mechanics. “These students are stepping into a position of real responsibility.” The Sayre students meet in 90-minute blocks, two to three times each week, depending on the schedule, says Sumaiyyah Fitchett-Fleming, one of the ninth graders. Every Wednesday, the group meets at?Cobbs Creek Community Environmental Center, a West Philadelphia nonprofit with 850 acres of woods, creeks, meadows, and trails. This is what Fitchett-Fleming likes, she says, “being able to come here and learning about scientific things: what reduces erosion and what doesn’t, what affects the fish population.” Full Univ of Penn Story: https://lnkd.in/eR97FVTV

With the environmental challenges the planet is facing, the importance of STEM education has never been more crucial. By equipping the next generation with these valuable skills, we can empower them to develop innovative and sustainable solutions for the food industry and beyond. At Perfectly Fresh!, we understand the power of STEM learning in shaping a greener future. Our Chief of Staff, Simon Allison, shared "The food industry in general, but indoor farming in particular, lends itself to STEM learning, STEM careers. Whether that's computer science, or engineering, or food technology or agronomy, there's something in there for everyone." From advancements in automation and data analysis to the development of sustainable farming techniques, STEM disciplines are at the forefront of transforming the way we produce and consume food. Learn more about careers in vertical farming https://lnkd.in/eNPCeSsi

This article gives a great insight into how important it is to see adolescents for what they truly are (capable of). As teachers we get to spend large amounts of time with young people in what is considered a 'window of opportunity' in their development as social beings in a complex world. Our subjects are avenues that we can use to have a positive impact in this process. " [...] a growing body of research confirms that when adolescents are given the opportunity to project themselves into the future, engage with complex civic issues, and think about how what they’re learning might alter the course of their lives, they find more meaning in classroom work, reflect more frequently on who they are and what they want—and perform better academically." This is why I am so excited to be conducting research together with adolescents and teachers on how we can make this more of a reality in our schools.?#SYNClab #Wolferttweetalig #NWO #EUR

?? Research confirms what we already know! ?? When teens have opportunities to think about their futures—and how what they’re learning could impact them—they find more meaning in classroom work and perform better academically. ??? At Fellow Group, we believe in tapping into students' sense of purpose, providing them with the tools and strategies to connect their learning with their future goals. Check out this insightful research to see effective ways of doing just that! ?? #StudentSuccess #PurposeDrivenLearning #FutureReady #InclusiveEducation #UDL #FellowGroup

?? Exciting News! The Cahaba River Society's CLEAN education program is on the move! ?? We are now booking field trips for Fall 2024 and offering classroom presentations at no cost to you. Our program supports teachers' efforts and lesson plans with flexibility in coverage and emphasis, ensuring an enriching experience for all students. Our main goal is to help students become comfortable in nature, learn about the extraordinary biodiversity of the Cahaba River, and understand its importance. Through project-based activities, students learn to assess water quality and habitat health, leading to discussions about the challenges the river faces and ways to positively impact this vital drinking water source. We tailor our programs for various subjects, including biology, environmental science, earth science, STEM classes, and even the arts like creative writing, music, and graphic arts. Here are our four foundational activities: ?? Fishing: Students use seine nets to capture and observe fish, learning about their physiology, habitat needs, diet, behavior, and challenges before releasing them back into the river. ?? Survey of Macroinvertebrates: Students gather and identify insect larvae, mollusks, snails, crayfish, etc., learning about their fascinating life cycles and their role as indicators of water quality and habitat health. ?? Water Chemistry: Simple experiments with field chemistry kits align with STEM standards, offering a different method of presenting information to cater to varied learning skills. ??? Watershed Geography: Teams work with different maps and questions to learn about the watershed, culminating in a comprehensive understanding of the student's place and impact on our drinking water source. During 2020-21, CRS created 20 new and fascinating river videos for online learning, available in our resource library on our website. We also have procedures for safe outdoor education and stewardship activities. Check out our resource library: Cahaba River Society Resource Library We look forward to getting your students out on the river and building a deeper connection with nature and science. Let's make this school year unforgettable! ???? #CahabaRiverSociety #EnvironmentalEducation #STEM #FieldTrips #NatureLovers #CleanWater #OutdoorLearning #Biodiversity #Conservation #Stewardship