3 ways teachers can navigate the evolving field of computer science

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As recently as a decade or two ago, technology education consisted of typing, learning to draft emails, or doing a little work in a spreadsheet. Learning those skills may have been relegated to a business information class or weekly trips to a computer lab. Today, most students are expected to learn to code, and most […]

4 ways to build engineering into your curriculum

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Key points: Engineering doesn’t have to be intimidating Engineering helps students learn the mechanics of their world Engineering is arguably one of the most useful and relevant subjects in our schools today. Its impact on our world cannot be overstated. Engineers are the ones who help humanity reach the moon, explore the depths of the […]

Federal probe into Cornell University deepens as EEOC sends new antisemitism survey to employees

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University employees received a federal survey on March 17, 2026, as part of an ongoing investigation by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) into alleged discrimination at Cornell University.The outreach marks the second such instance this academic year. A previous survey circulated on September 10 sought information on antisemitic communications, hiring practices and anti-bias […]

From inspiration to impact: Attracting women to STEM

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Key points: The bottom line: Representation matters Encouraging a passion for STEM from a young age will keep more women in STEM The number of women working in STEM jobs has increased 31 percent over the past decade, but women continue to be outnumbered by men in some of the fastest-growing and highest-paying jobs—including roles […]

4 ways to use ChatGPT in your STEM classroom

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Key points: ChatGPT isn’t a tool to be feared–it can contribute greatly to STEM learning AI tools aren’t going away, and harnessing their capabilities is important “If we teach today as we taught yesterday, we rob our children of tomorrow.” – John Dewey Back in 2007 when I was teaching Algebra I at the local […]

Student loans shake-up: What a new US policy could mean for young borrowers

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Trump administration shifts student loan collection to Treasury: What students must know A major policy shift in the United States is putting student loans back in the spotlight—and for millions of young borrowers, it’s raising more questions than answers. According to CNBC, the Trump administration has announced plans to involve the U.S. Department of the […]

4 ideas to consider when designing a STEM lab

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Key points: STEM labs are engaging environments that encourage exploration With the right tools and supports, students develop and grow 21st-century skills Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education is focused on developing students’ skills and connecting these subject areas, preparing them for future careers and the real world. It’s a key area of teaching […]