When the power goes out and panic sets in, the last thing you need is discovering your flashlight batteries are dead. Enter the emergency shake flashlight including the Shake Light 40-B and NightStar Shake Flashlight manufactured by EcoCentricNow LLC (ECN). Both human rechargeable flashlights are mechanically simple, eco-friendly, and provide reliable light that brings peace of […]
By 2030, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that careers in STEM fields are estimated to grow by 11%, twice as fast as other careers. To meet the demand for these future jobs the U.S. must address the disparity in students access to quality STEM educational resources. According to a 2024 National Science Foundation report, […]
Virginia is set to make history by hosting the world’s first nuclear fusion power plant. Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS), based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, plans to build the facility on a 100-acre site located in Chesterfield County’s James River Industrial Park. The power plant will generate 400 megawatts of electricity, which is enough to power 150,000 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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
Educators and parents today are wondering what matters most in education: being able to learn material and answer questions on a test or apply that knowledge in life.
