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By: Bambi Majumdar (commentary)
 Computer science education is essential for students who love to code as well as those who do not. In this digital age, a computer science curriculum will enable students of all ages to develop essential logic and problem-solving skills. Furthermore, demographic disparities need to be addressed both in terms of gender and race, which has led to an educational gap in the field between white males and minority and female students.
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Grandparents of children now in school may remember the space race that began in the mid-1950s. Competing with Russia to be the first with a man on the moon, the United States pushed for more math, science and technology courses. While there may be no comparable quest to lure the best technological minds nowadays, just about every country, state and city realizes that its future depends on how well it integrates computer technology.
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THE Journal
Despite our best intentions, education systems are simply not keeping pace with technological and societal change in the 21st century. As parents, educators and organizations, it's time to reflect on how we're preparing our kids for the future.
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Though originally considered by some as yet another fad, 3D printers have become increasingly prevalent in schools. 3D printers can be found in libraries, technology labs, innovation labs and similar locations within schools. 3D printing and 3D printers, depending on how they are used, can help build students' visual spatial, math, engineering, design, critical thinking and problem solving skills.
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When you help your programming students certify on the Unity software, you’re not just helping their future—you’re also helping them now. Several studies show that students who earn certification have an increased graduation rate, higher G.P.A., increased post-secondary enrollment and improved confidence. Learn More.
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Education World
With an estimated 75% of jobs over the next decade predicted to demand skills linked to STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), it's more important than ever for educators to inspire and engage a love for these often challenging subjects. Check out these fun and engaging STEM activities that are simple to put into practice in the classroom.
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Gamepur
Minecraft, the well known cultural phenomenon that took gaming by storm over the last decade, has changed a lot over the years. It is no longer just a game. Minecraft Education Edition is a teaching and learning tool that can be used by educators all over the world.
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eSchool News
It's clear to anyone listening that the United States needs more highly-skilled STEM workers to remain globally competitive. And STEM education — including trained STEM teachers — is critical to that goal. The organization 100Kin10 is working to recruit 100,000 excellent STEM teachers into classrooms across the nation by 2021. 100Kin10 talks to partners and teachers and reviews research and data to understand the challenges and opportunities facing STEM education.
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Demand for skilled cybersecurity talent continues to outstrip supply, with estimates of 3.5 million unfilled positions by 2021. EC Council Associate, ECA, Certification is the starting point for a career in cybersecurity. ECA qualifies strengths, skills, and readiness of aspiring professionals, leading to a career in the highly lucrative Information Security industry. Click here to receive a free practice test voucher!
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Education DIVE
Among one of the major concerns highlighted by 100kin10 — a national network of organizations and agencies hoping to train and retain 100,000 STEM teachers by 2021 — was the lack of teachers of color overall, with the report noting people of color make up half of the student population but less than 20% of teachers. The gap is specifically pronounced in STEM.
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We Are Teachers
Equity in education means removing barriers so that all students can reach their academic potential. As we work toward more inclusive classrooms, we must specifically target subject areas in which students with marginalized identities have traditionally experienced an opportunity gap. At the top of that list is the subject of science.
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eSchool News
Interacting with technology is second nature to children these days. But, even though these digital natives are tech-savvy, they might not have the keyboarding and digital citizenship skills to make them stronger and more adept learners. In a recent edWebinar, "Keys to Success for Digital Natives," experts explained that digital natives still need to strengthen their technological know-how in this context, and offered strategies teachers can use to build these much-needed skills.
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