Amanda Dodge

African American pioneers shaping the future of science from past and present

African American Pioneers: Innovative Minds, Then and Now

Last year, we shared the stories of 16 historic black inventors and scientists to inspire the kids in your classroom. These are people who are not always recognized for their efforts, yet their influence shapes the industries they worked in to this day. This made us wonder, who are the modern day inventors and innovators inspiring …

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20 Organizations Engaging Kids with Autism in STEAM

While our understanding of what it means to have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) continues to grow, many people with autism still have a hard time navigating their communities. As a result, some kids with ASD have a hard time in school, and might even reject the learning environment entirely because it doesn’t accommodate their needs. …

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How to discuss racism with younger students by Ozobot

Black History Month: How to Discuss Racism with Younger Students

Some teachers and school districts teach Black History Month exclusively as history. They start with slavery, work their way through the civil rights movement, and then stop after they name a few modern African American heroes. However, history is happening today, and more students than ever (including younger students) are turning to their teachers with …

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Chinese New Year STEAM lesson plans for every grade

Year of the Pig! Introduce the Chinese New Year with STEAM Lesson Plans

Chinese New Year, otherwise known as Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, fell on Tuesday, February 5 this year. 2019 is the Year of the Pig, and people around the world will celebrate with their friends and families. Lunar New Year is a great holiday to incorporate into your classroom. Not only does it break …

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Personalized learning 101 and how it's revolutionizing education

Personalized Learning 101

The term “personalized learning” became prominent in the mid-2010s, particularly in the world of educational technology. Personalized learning has been embraced by a number of big names in technology, including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, education writer Anya Kamenetz says. Yet it has taken a while for its various …

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FETC 2019 Ozobot showcases next-generation learning tools

Join Ozobot at the 2019 Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC)

From January 27-30, hundreds of creative professionals will flock to Orlando to attend the Future of Education Technology Conference. For the past 38 years, FETC has introduced new education technology and discussed important issues in the field, helping thousands of students, teachers, schools, and districts. Join our founder and CEO, Nader Hamda, along with other …

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How Interior Designers Use STEAM Every Day

Many people tend to think of artistic professions and STEAM professions differently: People are either creative or mathematical and logical. Interestingly, most place interior design in the creative category, when it actually belongs right in the middle. In fact, the majority of jobs use both creative and logical elements on a daily basis, and interior …

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How to Turn STEAM Activities Into Handmade Holiday Gifts

The holiday season kicks off a time of family memories and wintery outdoor activities. With celebrations including Hanukkah, Mawlid, Christmas, Diwali, and more, holiday activities are in full-swing. From building snowmen and decorating the house to giving gifts and eating way too much, there are dozens of ways you can observe and celebrate with loved …

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YouTube Dance Videos: Why Kids Love Them and Who Does Them Best

If you look over at your children and their friends, are they hunched over their phones and tablets watching YouTube videos? Younger generations love watching YouTube content, from educational STEAM YouTube channels to dancers. Let’s explore why kids love watching dance videos on YouTube and how you can bond with them over this content. Why …

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How Robots and Tech Keep Animals Healthy, Safe, and Happy

All across the world, robots and other digital tools help humans complete myriad tasks. From robot surgeons to AI construction teams, we are developing technology that can do almost anything. But what about technology specifically designed to help animals? If machines and machine learning are so useful for humans, surely they can benefit other creatures …

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