This article enlightens teachers on how to use Esri StoryMaps in the geography classroom. In my previous blog I introduced ArcGIS StoryMaps and outlined how they integrate narrative text, interactive maps, and multimedia content, to tell immersive stories about people, places and the environment. There are now more than one million StoryMaps published publicly by […]
Many teachers are faced with Primary School STEM Challenges. Including teacher’s perceptions, student knowledge and timetabling STEM lessons. It doesn’t have to be. Defining STEM in primary schools, teachers understanding of STEM, their students understanding of STEM, and finding the time to make STEM happen in the classroom. There are many things to consider when […]
STEM Engagement An example of STEM Engagement. Teachers like Stewart often go over and above to ensure all the students are able to grow and excel to levels others would not think are possible. When we design a program, we are hoping that it will provide teachers with the ability to engage the broad diversity […]
What STEM Can Look Like in the Rural Context Whilst completing my minor in STEM education I was fascinated by the possibilities STEM pedagogical approaches had to offer through a highly cross-disciplinary integrated approach. One well planned intricate unit of work had the potential to address various learning outcomes through a singular real-world focus. By […]
Early years drone education, A recipe for disaster or an opportunity for authentic learning? In my role as a education technology specialist I used to think that using drones in Early Childhood classrooms would be a recipe for disaster. I pictured drones flying in all directions, crashing into walls, children screaming and me cowering under […]
Drones in Floods; This transdisciplinary teacher resource uses ArcGIS StoryMaps to demonstrate how GIS and drones helped with the problem in 2019. This new unit of work is the second in a series of disaster themed units centred around geospatial tools such as drones and GIS (Geographical Information Systems) and the exploration of how they […]
Tello Edu vs Tello, Which one should I buy? The Tello drones – Tello and Tello EDU are made by Ryze Technologies, but use DJI flight control systems and Intel processors. But which drone is best for schools and for STEM education outcomes? This is the question we are going to answer below. Tello Hardware […]
Drones in Bushfires: This transdisciplinary teacher resource uses ArcGIS StoryMaps to demonstrate how GIS & drones helped recover from the Australian Bushfires. This unit of work is the first in a series of themed units centred around drones, Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and the exploration of how they are used to assist before, during, and […]
Drones are used for river restoration in California. Learn how one scientist is using drones to monitor algal blooms in the Klamith River environment in California. Did you catch Chippie Kislik’s talk at EduDrone 2020? She spoke about her work using drones to monitor algal blooms in the environment, and how to turn it into […]
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