Women in tech have the right to succeed and the responsibility to help others. We heard clearly that while not all girls want to enter a tech career, they understand they will be utilizing technology in every aspect of their lives. They want to be knowledgeable, they want to be courageous, and they want to…
The digital era has brought with it an unprecedented ubiquity and constant evolution of technology, and this makes it increasingly crucial for young girls to develop a robust foundation of confidence and self-esteem quite early. Why girls? Well, according to studies, girls are often less confident and have lower self-esteem than boys, particularly in fields…
STEAM (a teaching strategy that combines five disciplines: science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) offers an ideal base for children, especially those from 6-16, to expand knowledge and develop critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. STEAM integration in learning includes activities in the curriculum that inspire young people to learn, think of answers to important questions,…
Why add the A (arts) in STEAM? Incorporating arts and creative thinking in practical contexts is the goal of adding the arts to STEM as we discuss STEAM learning methods. Working in a studio is not the only aspect of art. Finding and developing creative approaches to problem solving, integrating ideas, or information presentation are…
In today’s world, while parents and caregivers are familiar with STEM, which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, it is our belief that more people need to learn about STEAM, which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math. To help you with some clear definitions of and practices, we’ve put together this article…
As we head into a period of recession, after a pandemic, the need for learning in new ways, and making the most of our creativity becomes increasingly important. Teachers, and the educational system, are seeing that a sustainable future requires finding creative, multidisciplinary solutions to the new difficulties presented by a world that is changing…