Research indicates that 77% of teachers believe using technology in the classroom increases student's motivation to learn, while 75% of 1,900 surveyed educators said students who spend regular time outdoors tend to be more creative and better problem-solvers.

 

EE Week 2013 Photo Contest!

Get ready for EE Week 2013: Taking Technology Outdoors by tuning in with EE Week and  Green Teacher to learn about turning student interest in technology tools and media into a powerful avenue for learning.

 

Ruth Kermish-Allen, Education Director and Rachel Thompson, Education Programs Associate at the Island Institute will introduce the Island Institute and their strategies for integrating and applying technology with community-based environmental education programs.  

NAAEE E-STEM Survey

The North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) has partnered with Underwriters Laboratories to explore opportunities for integrating environmental education into STEM learning ("E-STEM"). The purpose of the survey is to nominate the most innovative E-STEM strategies that are currently taking place globally. Nominate a project that is leading the way. The nomination should take no more than 5-9 minutes to complete. Survey ends April 8, 2013.

NEEF, with support from Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc., and in partnership with Project Noah, present Using Tech to Connect Students & the Environment - a video on how technology can further STEM learning through the environment, both in nature and in the classroom. Watch the video.

The free Educator Toolkit for Using Technology to Connect Students & the Environment is a companion to the video and includes activities and resources at all grade levels for implementing a project similar to the one featured in the video. Download the toolkit.

Developed by Change the Equation, iON Future - The STEM Career Exploration Game - allows students to explore STEM careers, then play their way to a dream STEM future. There are many careers to choose from, including ecologist, environmental engineer, marine biologist, among others.

ARKive's FREE education resources for 5-18 year olds can be used to teach a range of curriculum subjects including science, geography, English and art. Resources include links to ARKive's wildlife photos, videos and fact files, with classroom presentations, activities and teachers' notes.

NASA Wavelength is a digital collection of Earth and space science resources for educators of all levels, including K-12, college and out-of-school programs. The resources have undergone a peer-review process by educators and scientists to ensure the content is accurate and useful in an educational setting.

The theme for Mathematics Awareness Month (MAM), April 2013, is the Mathematics of Sustainability. Mathematics helps us better understand complex 21st Century issues and is used by practitioners in a wide range of fields to seek creative solutions for a sustainable way of life. Check out MAM resources, blog and download a poster.

NSTA's 2013 National Conference

April 11-14, 2013

Educators who attend NSTA's National Conference in San Antonio, Texas will have access to rigorous content, hands-on workshops, new products and technologies, nationally-known speakers and a network of peers. The conference provides a venue to talk about Common Core, best practices, NGSS, Crosscutting Concepts, STEM, and assessment strategies, among others. Register now.   

   

NSTA New Science Teacher Academy

Yearlong

The NSTA New Science Teacher Academy is a professional development initiative created to help promote quality science teaching, enhance teacher confidence and classroom excellence, and improve teacher content knowledge. Candidates should apply for one of hundreds of scholarships by completing an application. Special experiences and support for second- through fifth-year middle and high school science teachers is available and virtually cost-free.