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In today’s environment of rapidly expanding technological options for schools and teachers, the question of what technologies work best in the classroom is an evolving one.
May 3, 2018

A new venue for video games: K-12 classrooms  

More teachers are using Minecraft and other digital games to teach history, science, math and other subjects.

Carolyn Jones
April 24, 2018

Rural schools find ways to bring science innovations closer to home

Mobile science labs, Skype lessons with scientists and robotics workshops are among the offerings at some remote schools.

Carolyn Jones
April 10, 2018

Illuminating science for blind students, with help from latest tech devices

The technology, combined with supportive teachers, has opened the door to science careers.

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 12, 2018

Brown appoints 15 to new K-12 computer science panel

The move is a step forward in California's plan for computer science standards in public schools.

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 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
December 4, 2017

Coding lessons take spotlight this week across California and beyond

Computer Science Education Week part of a broad effort to prepare young people for jobs and diversify the tech field.

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
October 15, 2017

California voters strongly back expanded K-12 science and computer education, poll shows

Most respondents in this Berkeley IGS/EdSource poll have not heard of the Next Generation Science Standards, although they endorse its goals when given an explanation

Carolyn Jones
July 25, 2017

Tech nonprofit helping African-American teens get ahead in coding

Hidden Genius Project, among others, provides free programming classes to underrepresented groups.

Carolyn Jones