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March 11, 2018

Lullaby of algebra: How mixing music and math helps engage students

Music can help students remember math formulas and relieve stress in the classroom, studies show.

Carolyn Jones
March 8, 2018

There are many benefits to starting science education early — very early

Report finds that even infants can learn abstract scientific concepts, and starting early can help them with science later on.

Carolyn Jones
February 19, 2018

‘Big data’ classes a big hit in California high schools

At least 30 high schools now offer classes in data science, one of the state's most in-demand and highest-paying careers.

Carolyn Jones
February 13, 2018

Science education funding still in Trump’s crosshairs, despite being saved by Congress

2019 budget proposal eliminates NASA education office and teacher training grants.

Carolyn Jones
February 7, 2018

Trump's proposed cuts to science education would be 'devastating,' educators say

NASA, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and teacher training grants face more than $3 billion in cuts as Congress debates 2018 budget.

Carolyn Jones
February 4, 2018

‘It’s a big world out there’: Teachers take math outside the classroom

Learning math at the beach, on a city street, at the playground can engage even the most math-averse students, teachers say

Carolyn Jones
January 21, 2018

New science standards a boon for the littlest learners

Hands-on science projects emphasized in California's new science standards are a hit with K-2 students, teachers say.

Carolyn Jones
January 11, 2018

Funding, teacher training top educators' wish lists for science education in 2018

High-quality training in the new science standards needs to be a priority for districts in 2018, some leading educators say.

Carolyn Jones
January 3, 2018

Despite cutbacks, auto shops play a role in math and science education in California schools

Auto shops still thrive at some high schools, despite a shift to more academic course offerings.

Carolyn Jones
December 21, 2017

California schools get an ‘F’ in financial literacy instruction

A new report ranks California among the nation's worst in teaching about student loans, credit cards and personal finance.

Carolyn Jones
December 18, 2017

From the field to the classroom: Pro sports teams are becoming players in math, science education

49ers, Ducks, other teams offer free curriculum to California teachers.

Carolyn Jones
November 26, 2017

Fizz! Pop! Bang! Teachers find new science standards fun, but costly

Teachers say they're spending hundreds out of pocket to pay for science experiment supplies.

Carolyn Jones
November 19, 2017

Songs about computer coding? It's what happens when an arts school adds STEM focus

An arts charter that adds science, technology, math and engineering finds a winning combination.

George White
November 14, 2017

Fires, floods, hurricanes: Teachers turn natural disasters into science and history lessons

Learning about disasters can minimize students' stress and help future generations minimize risks, teachers say.

Carolyn Jones
October 30, 2017

High hopes but few details for Trump's $200 million STEM pledge

Computer science programs expected to be a priority for Department of Education grants

Carolyn Jones