Many school districts and policymakers are stepping up efforts to teach students the skills they need to be prepared for the jobs of the future. One big area of focus is STEM. Jobs in science, ...

As educators, we can cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset in our students. By incorporating these 29 easy entrepreneurship activities into our classes, we can inspire creativity, foster ...

How much does Domino’s charge for pizza? Students use linear functions — slope, y-intercept, and equations — to explore how much the famous pizzas really cost. Bonus, students can explore discounting.

To continuously improve the course and maintain student engagement, the "If I Knew..." exercise is a valuable tool. At the end of each term, students are asked to reflect on their expectations at the ...

Active learning strategies engage students in the learning process, fostering deeper understanding and retention. By encouraging participation, collaboration, and critical thinking during classroom ...

These tips demonstrate that planning for active learning experiences doesn’t have to be time-intensive or difficult.

The University of Minnesota’s Carlson Impact Lab provides students with opportunities to work with real clients and collaborate with peers. The Impact Lab launched in fall 2022 as a part of the newly ...

Transfer of math, physics, and communication skills into the entry-level photonics workforce, NSF Award 1432578, Sept 2014 – Aug 2019 Exploring factors that shape education & workplace training on ...

The designers for Monte Vista Elementary School’s proposed outdoor classroom had some key questions to answer: What materials could they use while staying under the district’s $10,000 budget? How much ...

The University Core Renewal Committee invites proposals for Complex Problem and Enduring Question courses to be taught during the 2026-2027 academic year. Contributing to the rigorous intellectual ...

Systems thinking and critical thinking are distinct yet complementary cognitive tools essential for effective problem-solving. Systems thinking allows businesses to understand and address the broad ...