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What to do about the summer STEM slide?
Change the Equation put together a nice piece recently highlighting some programs and ideas to avoid what they term as the "summer STEM slide." We hear a lot about the reading slump that occurs over the summer, when many kids tend to put the books aside. The learning slump is every bit as real in STEM subjects, according to research by CTEq, and some studies indicate that the slump is more pronounced in math than in reading. Summer learning programs can make a world of difference. With greater support, as they suggest, these proven programs could reach many more children and stymie summer learning losses. Why not look into how you can get involved and help these programs expand their reach and their impact - and avoid the summer slide? The NC STEM Center website provides a pretty comprehensive list of programs in North Carolina (some in the summer but many that occur throughout the year). Take a minute to sign up if you haven't already, and check out what's available in your area and throughout the state to keep Strategies That Engage Minds fluent all summer long. Thanks and enjoy your e-Update.
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STEM Ecosystem grant program now available |
The STEM Funders Network recently launched the STEM Ecosystem Grant Program during the Clinton Global Initiative/Americas.
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Intel: Eight tips for teaching kids to code
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Intel says public education and creative programs are inspiring girls and minorities to dive into computer science like never before.
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NASA looking for satellite designers
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NASA wants someone to design a rocket launch system for tiny satellites. By reaching out to the public, NASA hopes to forge new relationships with commercial companies and universities to expand the next wave of space exploration.
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Ant smells like Blue Cheese for a reason |
The "odorous house ant" smells like blue cheese or rotten coconut because it produces chemical compounds similar to those found in its nose-sakes. North Carolina researchers and volunteers participated in this smelly study.
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STEM Spotlight
Summer of STEM in North Carolina
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Now that summer is officially here, we want to know what your up to these days - informal science, marine biology, grilling experiments, PD or more. Tweet us using #SummerSTEM and let us know!.
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Here is a list of 10 women of science we'd love to see on the new $10 bill. Click for more here.
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Are "emergent-reader texts" developmentally right for kindergartners? Click for more here.
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STEM Trivia Question
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Last issue's STEM Trivia question: What is the next number in the Fibonacci sequence: 0, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34?? The answer is 55. Thanks for all the correct answers. Let's see how well you can do this week.
This week's question is ...
What year did the first Apple iPhone become available?
Think you know the answer? Click here to submit your response to @NCSTEM. If you choose not to click that link, please include the word "answer" in your tweet so we can find it (the link will automatically do so for you). We’ll announce winners in the next e-Update!
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Regional Resources
Ocean Isle Museum Foundation
(Museum of Coastal Carolina & Ingram Planetarium)
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The Ocean Isle Museum Foundation, Inc. (OIMF) is a non-profit organization with two facilities, the Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium. Learn more by clicking the image below.
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Learn more more about STEM programs in your community, click here. Become a member of NC STEM Center today. Joining is free and easy. Logged-in members get access to grant opportunities and the ability to promote their STEM programs and events.
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Have STEM News or an Event to Share?
The NC STEM Center is a web portal for all things related to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education in North Carolina.
It is a project of North Carolina SMT Center in collaboration with North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, North Carolina Community College System, UNC General Administration, Burroughs Wellcome Fund, and others.
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