Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion…Oh My!
These days, there are a lot of buzzwords like “diversity”, “equity”, and “inclusion” floating around when we talk about STEM fields. But what do these […]
Did you ever see yourself in STEM?
Diversity in STEM matters! Diversity is important to show those groups that are underrepresented in society that they have a place in STEM. Many communities […]
STEM: SHE/THEY/EVERYONE INCLUDED
Within the career paths of science, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), there is a very large population of nonminority men. With a majority of STEM occupations […]
STEM Looks Good On You!
Lack of Representation in STEM Careers The underrepresentation of minorities and women in the STEM field is evident. Black workers make make up roughly 11% […]
Changing Gears: Drive
Motivation is the driving force behind all life decisions. It is what determines our needs, values, and goals in life. When it comes to students […]
What’s in Front of the Wheel in Your Classroom?
Recall the last time you sat in a classroom. What were you thinking about? Was it the grade on the last test you had? Were […]
Roadtrip to Success, Your car or mine?
There are always speed bumps, detours, and even breakdowns on the road to success. Drive by Daniel H. Pink discusses how we shape the way […]
How to DRIVE Motivation in Science Classrooms
How do you get students to REALLY like science? What can MOTIVATE students’ scientific interests? There are thousands of questions regarding student motivation that teachers […]
Teaching in the “Margins”: You Can’t Plan to be Spontaneous!
Does this student look engaged to you?? If you said “no way!” you’re correct! This student is bored of being in the center all the […]
Road-Tripping to the Margins
What are Margins “Margins are those interfaces between woods and fields, the land and the sea, along abandoned railroad tracks and highways, between residential areas, […]