Category Archives: STEM Education

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Solar Film Technology: A Breakthrough in Clean Energy Flexibility

Solar Film Technology

Thin-film solar panels are revolutionizing the way we harness solar energy. Unlike traditional bulky solar panels, these panels are incredibly thin and flexible, making them suitable for various applications beyond rooftops. Traditional solar panels use silicon as their main material, while solar film technology utilizes lightweight layers of photovoltaic materials. These layers can be over […]

STEM Education in Rural Communities: Embracing the Future

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A bridge spans the north-flowing St. Johns River in the heart of Putnam County, Florida. The Putnam County School District (PCSD) serves 10,000 students across 13 schools in this northeastern Florida region. As a 100% Title I district, PCSD faces significant challenges due to the economic struggles of many students’ families. However, like many small, […]

STEM Subjects Communal Goals, and Social Connection

STEM Subjects

Incorporating STEM subjects communal goals into the educational process reaps significant personal and social rewards. In many schools, STEM subjects like science, math, and technology are important for societal progress. However, students often feel a disconnect from these subjects because they don’t see how they can make a difference in the world, thus the need […]

Future of STEM Education: Trends Shaping Learning for Tomorrow

In the ever-changing world of education, the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) are undergoing incredible changes. STEM subjects are the foundation of current and future innovations in a variety of industries. Advances in STEM fields and technologies require the reshaping of academic programs and development of new teaching techniques. Let’s explore six […]

Enhancing Student Engagement: Universal Design Learning Strategies

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To enhance student engagement the Curricular Design and Professional Learning (CAST) organization created the Universal Design for Learning Program. Referred to as UDL, “the program guides the design of learning experiences to proactively meet the needs of all learners. The goal is for all learners to become “expert learners.” Expert learners are purposeful and motivated, […]

Innovative teaching methods and personalized learning models

Innovative teaching methods

The pandemic worsened educational inequalities, and it’s demoralizing to see certain groups of students excessively affected. Addressing this problem requires targeted interventions and a commitment to equity for students. Innovative teaching methods and personalized learning models can help address individual learning gaps that students are facing. Investing in technology and digital resources can facilitate remote […]

Educational Equality in the United States. How STEM Supports Child Development.

Educational equality is highly valued and necessary for all students. In the United States education system learning disparities between racial and ethnic groups is widespread. Researchers continue to investigate why inequality arises, exists, and which populations of children are most affected. A well-rounded quality education is essential for children, their careers, and society. Educational equality […]

NEED Project Stem Education. Harnessing the Energy of the Classroom.

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EcocentricNow is proud to partner with the National Energy Education Development Project (NEED) to strengthen its hands-on STEM experiences and curriculum. NEED trains and assists teachers across the country in harnessing the energy of the classroom

Seven Elements of STEM Education. Unique Approaches to Learning.

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“Empowering Learners with the Seven Elements of STEM Education: Knowledge, Collaboration, Creativity, Problem-solving, Communication, Critical Thinking, and Empathy.” Introduction Seven Elements of STEM Education is a unique approach to teaching Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). It is based on a set of seven learning principles that emphasize the importance of collaboration, creativity, and problem […]

Oklahoma Renewable Energy Education Program Survey on STEM Education and Shake Flashlights

Stem Education Flashlights advance student learning.

EcocentricNow is proud to partner with the Oklahoma Renewable Energy Education Program to strengthen its hands-on STEM experiences and curriculum. ECN staff recently had the pleasure of interviewing OREEP representative, Tara Baker, on the importance of STEM education and how ECN’s innovative shake flashlight technology has been an asset to their statewide program. STEM stands […]