5 Ways AI is Changing Education
Beyond the direct teaching of students, AI can be implemented into school infrastructure to improve efficiency. Schools could easily benefit from the technology being developed for smart cities.
4 Apps That Are Essential for Studying
The aim of the article is to give a clear picture of what studying applications are capable of, be it a writing app for students, online editors, or cloud.
How to Become a Software Engineer, 2019's Best Job
The US News and World Report placed "software developer" at the top of the "Best Jobs" list for 2019. Here's how to capitalize on this growing industry.
What You Should Consider When Using Scenario-Based Learning
Scenario-based learning revolves around utilization of realistic environment in training to make learners familiar with what awaits them in the real world.
A Virtual Roundtable with Case Western Reserve University
Case Western Reserve University, the world-renowned center of research and innovation, develops the next generation of talent for Ohio's tech industry.
How BeSTEM! Camps Spread the Joy of STEM Education
Learn all about BeSTEM, an organization dedicated to improving STEM education and engagement, in our latest interview.
The Dangers of E-Shaming
As a high school counselor, I witness countless student crises each year. Still, every now and then a particular student’s story really stays with me. Recently, one such story involved a student who I will call ‘Sarah’. In middle school, a boyfriend convinced her to send him a shirtless photo. This led to E-Shaming, blackmail,...Students Get on the Fast-Track to Space Exploration
On July 6, students watched as NASA Astronaut Dr. Kate Rubins launched to the International Space Station. During her coming months on the ISS, she’ll be the first person to sequence DNA in space and will conduct other important biological experiments. These students, though, had a special reason to cheer for Rubins as she lifted off...Veritasium and the Puzzle of YouTube Education
In Good Will Hunting, there’s a scene where our eponymous working class character confronts a Harvard snob with the hard truth of his pricey education: “You dropped 150 grand on an education you could’ve gotten for a $1.50 in late charges at the public library.” The populist notes of the film ring out. There’s a swell of...Digital Natives Can't Evaluate Web Credibility
Digital natives have a much easier time sharing a Facebook video or retweeting a funny meme than evaluating the bias and credibility of the original content, according researchers from the Stanford Graduate School of Education. The Stanford History Education Group (SHEG) released the report, which shows that students struggled to...An Academic Robin Hood
A Russian researcher recently pulled off one of the largest ever heists. But she wasn’t stealing diamonds or priceless art; rather she stole academic knowledge and gave it away free to every person in the world. Those outside of the university world may be surprised to learn that accessing academic papers is a very costly...
Demystifying the Code World for Women
I was mainly drawn to coding because it scared me. It seemed like an insurmountable task, only possible for the select few genius “techies.” And that group, I assumed, did not include me. I wanted to prove to myself that I could do something I originally believed I couldn’t. If we begin to shatter some of our former beliefs about...
Interview: Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson on Politics and AI
Neil deGrasse Tyson is the most popular astrophysicist in the world. The three-time Emmy-nominated Astrophysicist and Ph.D. has nearly countless awards and honors (including ‘100 Most Influential People of the Year’ by Time in 2007 and ‘Sexiest Astrophysicist Alive’ by People in 2000), as well as honorary degrees from CUNY,...
Innovative Women: The Middle East Tech Zone
It is a popular train of thought to believe that women in the Middle East have been in a losing battle against inequality. However, anti-sexist attitudes have gained positive momentum in certain regions in the Middle East. Women, like Lara Noujaim and Eve Tamraz, are now becoming leaders in the tech sector in countries like...
Digital Badging: The Answer to “Why Try?”
Digital badging is a phenomenon taking education by storm. For those unfamiliar with the practice, digital badging is a system by which students earn meritorious badges (akin to Boy and Girl Scouts) for mastering various educational and professional skills, including critical thinking, invention, and collaboration, among others....
Dr. Chris Emdin on Leading the STEM Education Revolution
Dr. Chris Emdin’s work is transcendent. A TED Talk alum, X-STEM Speaker, author, professor at Columbia, and community education and outreach guru, Emdin’s all about building bridges to create more effective and inclusive STEM (or, more accurately, STEAM) education. Attacking the problems from multiple fronts, Emdin teaches his magic...
Global Teacher Prize Finalist and Chief Eternal Optimist - Stephen Ritz
Stephen Ritz is making waves by engaging students through urban farming — from his classroom in the South Bronx. With his contagious, positive outlook and keeping the work practical and relatable, he’s brought some of his students from “Crack to Cucumbers.” It’s impossible not to smile while speaking with this celebrated...
Risk in Innovation & Education: “Come Fly With Us”
Virgin Galactic CEO George Whitesides shares his experiences on hurdles and the fun of space. George Whitesides and Virgin Galactic have made a lot of headlines lately. While working hard to completely change the face of space travel by privatizing it, Galactic launched a test in October 2014. The pilot tragically died....
