By Sydnie Seibert Across the globe, communities are facing environmental challenges that demand innovative solutions, from climate change and resource management to sustainable energy and conservation. Tackling these issues takes more than simply recognizing them, it requires scientific knowledge, innovative thinking, and collaboration across STEM fields. At the National STEM Honor Society (NSTEM), sustainability is […]
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Benefits Of Inquiry-Based Learning For Middle-Schoolers
To understand how inquiry-based learning is beneficial to students, it’s important to have a clear idea of what it means. Put simply, inquiry-based learning is an approach that emphasizes the student’s role in the learning process. Instead of the teacher telling the students what they need to know, students are encouraged to explore the material, […]
Winged Microchip is Smallest-ever Human-made Flying Structure
Northwestern University engineers announced the newest capability of microchips: the ability to fly. The microflier is a grain-of-sand-sized microchip with propellers that are guided by the wind. With this new technology, scientists will be able to, “monitor for contamination, surveil populations or even track diseases.” The microflier has two parts: electronic components and wings. This […]
NASA Shells Out Contracts In September
In September, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) announced a number of suitors for space mission contracts. The US government is the single largest investor in the space industry but cannot conduct all operations on its own. To manage their workload NASA issues contracts to smaller companies. They compete against each other for these […]
Unique STEM Homework Assignments for Elementary School Students
Are you an elementary school teacher looking for ways to integrate STEM into your classroom without using the same worksheets? Then this article is for you! Below are five unique homework assignments elementary school students can do to foster their STEM interests. Recycled Monsters! This activity serves as a great way for students to improve […]
Common STEM Themes to Include in Your Lesson
Are you curious about how to create a better lesson plan for your STEM students? There are certain characteristics and themes you want to include in your lesson that will keep students engaged. Additionally, it is important to include these themes because it will help your students learn STEM material more effectively. Focus on Real-World […]
