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Renewable energy is one of the most important STEM topics students will encounter. Many young students are concerned about global warming and want to know […] The post Renewable Energy with Horizon Educational appeared first on STEM Education Works .

STEMgineer’s Guide to Problem Solving Workbooks In the Marvel comics, one spider bite led to superhuman powers and the hero we know as Spider-Man. Once […] The post Could you get bit by a spider and become Spider-Man IRL? appeared first on STEM Education Works .

STEMgineer’s Guide to Problem Solving Workbooks Renewable energy is more sustainable and less harmful to our environment, but is it more powerful than nonrenewable energy? […] The post Is wind power weaker than coal? appeared first on STEM Education Works .

STEMgineer’s Guide to Problem Solving Workbooks The magical world of Harry Potter popularized the idea of an invisibility cloak, but could science make this magical […] The post Could an invisibility cloak really exist? appeared first on STEM Education Works .

The Engineering Design Process helps students think critically and solve problems. EDP is a huge part of STEM education, but it can be difficult to […] The post Integrating the Engineering Design Process in the Classroom appeared first on STEM Education Works .

STEMgineer’s Guide to Problem Solving Workbooks Earthquakes shape landscapes, impact communities, and challenge engineers to design safer buildings. Some earthquakes are so minor that many […] The post How does an earthquake get measured? appeared first on STEM Education Works .

STEMgineer’s Guide to Problem Solving Workbooks Have you ever wondered what your favorite comic book characters smell like? Given the wide range of superhuman abilities, […] The post Which comic book character would smell the worst? Exploring the science of smell in comic book characters. appeared first on STEM Education Works .

STEMgineer’s Guide to Problem Solving Workbooks Volcanoes are among the most fascinating features of the natural world. Giant mountains that sprout up from the ground […] The post Where does Lava come from? appeared first on STEM Education Works .

Coding can feel like learning a different language. It’s easy to get lost in all the jargon and feel overwhelmed by the idea of introducing […] The post micro:bit – Small, but Mighty! appeared first on STEM Education Works .

STEM spaces don’t need expensive technology or large budgets to make an impact. Whether it’s a dedicated lab, a classroom corner, or a mobile cart, […] The post Creating a STEMazing Studio appeared first on STEM Education Works .

STEMgineer’s Guide to Problem Solving Workbooks We’ve landed on the Moon multiple times, but what’s stopping humanity from building a city there? NASA and SpaceX […] The post Why isn’t there a city on the moon? appeared first on STEM Education Works .

Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to grow and advance. Many future careers in STEM will require students to understand AI and how to effectively program AI-powered […] The post Exploring the World of AI with the Dobot Magician Lite appeared first on STEM Education Works .

Computational thinking is a great skill for any student to have, and it’s not just limited to computer science. It is a great way for […] The post Think Like a Coder: Fun Ways to Bring Computational Thinking into Any Classroom appeared first on STEM Education Works .

STEMgineer’s Guide to Problem Solving Workbooks Time travel is a regular topic in science fiction. Traveling to the past or visiting the future has fascinated […] The post How would time travel work? appeared first on STEM Education Works .

STEMgineer’s Guide to Problem Solving Workbooks What makes your feet stay on the ground? What keeps you from floating away into space? The answer is […] The post What is gravity? appeared first on STEM Education Works .

STEMgineer’s Guide to Problem Solving Workbooks You’ve probably heard that all insects have six legs. This trait helps distinguish them from other animals, such as […] The post Are centaurs insects since they have six limbs? appeared first on STEM Education Works .

STEMgineer’s Guide to Problem Solving Workbooks How is STEM defined, and where does art fit? STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and math. These concepts […] The post STEM or STEAM? appeared first on STEM Education Works .

STEMgineer’s Guide to Problem Solving Workbooks Pop culture and STEM often intersect. Some of the most famous movie trilogies feature STEM concepts. Science fiction is […] The post What’s the best trilogy? appeared first on STEM Education Works .

STEMgineer’s Guide to Problem Solving Workbooks When you think of a nerd, what comes to mind? Do you think of an awkward kid with glasses […] The post What is a nerd? appeared first on STEM Education Works .

Do you want to get your students involved in 3D printing? Even if you don’t have access to a 3D printer, getting young learners to […] The post 3D Printing Simplified: Getting Started with Tinkercad in Your Classroom appeared first on STEM Education Works .