Teacher's Toolkit: How to Start a STEM Club

Journal Article | October 2017

This column provides how-to strategies and practical advice for the science teacher. This month’s issue describes the steps (and challenges) involved with implementing an after-school STEM career club that links hands-…

Best STEM Books for Students K–12

Journal Article | February 2018

Books published in 2017.

An Interdisciplinary Approach to Success for Underrepresented Students in STEM

Journal Article | February 2016

To recruit underrepresented students with demonstrated financial need into STEM disciplines, Lock Haven University established the interdisciplinary Nano Scholars Program, offering National Science Foundation–funded…

Jump Starting Research: Preresearch STEM Programs

Journal Article | April 2016

Three different course models devoted to preparing science and engineering students for successful research endeavors were offered at three research institutions. Goals of this work include (a) involving students early…

Best STEM Books for Students K–12

Journal Article | January 2017

Selected by the National Science Teachers Association/Children’s Book Council Review Panel

Best STEM Books for Students K–12

Journal Article | January 2017

Books published in 2016. Selected by the National Science Teachers Association/Children’s Book Council Review Panel.

Best STEM Books for Students K–12

Journal Article | January 2017

Recently published books selected by the Children’s Book Council and the National Science Teachers Association.

Safer Science: STEM Safety: A Collaborative Effort

Journal Article | February 2015

This column provides best safety practices for the science classroom and laboratory. This month’s issue discusses how to be safe when planning integrated STEM programs.

The Fish Weir: A Culturally Relevant STEM Activity

Journal Article | June 2015

Make science meaningful by demonstrating a direct application of STEM to students' lives.

Artificial Floating Islands: An Integrated STEM Unit

Journal Article | June 2015

Engineer a floating platform capable of supporting aquatic vegetation.

Science 2.0: Teaching STEM With a 3D Printer

Journal Article | March 2014

This column shares web tools that support learning. This month’s issue discusses ways a 3D printer can be used with the science curriculum.

Scope on Safety: Storing STEM Projects Safely

Journal Article | September 2014

This column shares safety information for your classroom. This month’s issue discusses storage safety precautions.