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July 21, 2023 Building a STEM-Filled Future

When I look back on my early memories, I’m astounded at how quickly technology has progressed in such a short time. The only phone in…

October 14, 2022 The Essential Questions of STEM Learning

We do a lot of work with STEM learning at VAI. Nearly every day, groups of students join us virtually or in-person to learn about…

February 13, 2022 Celebrating African Americans in STEM

February can be a hectic month. If you live in the Northern Midwest (like me), the weather is constantly fluctuating between temperate sunlit days and…

January 27, 2022 Engagement is Essential

Have you ever seen the movie, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off? You know, that scene where the students are sitting in the classroom and…

January 23, 2022 Increase Student Mindfulness with Meditation

Meditation has a somewhat negative reputation in our culture. It’s often depicted as a fluffy form of self-care. A treat for people with no real…

May 9, 2021 How to Celebrate AAPI Month with Your Students

May is a hectic month for teachers. The end of the school year is upon us. There are standards that still need to be taught,…

January 3, 2021 Be A Nerd: Connecting Your Lesson to Student Interests

Over this past break, I overheard an inspiring story about a teacher, his classroom, and the educational power of videogames. It…

April 12, 2017 The Case for Inquiry

Consider this for a moment. In your classroom, who asks more questions, you or your students? Honestly. We may want an inquiry-based classroom where students…