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Playing with Precision

At STEM Sports®, we believe that every student deserves the opportunity to receive quality education. In this technology driven world, STEM jobs are increasing in both size and pay, making science, technology, engineering and math education more important than ever. In the next decade, 80 percent of all professions with require some STEM skills.  Playing…

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Sphero Education

Sphero Education is a virtual STEAM education program that allows students to learn through both on their website and their application. This 21-century learning tool focuses on essential science, technology, engineering and math concepts while also catering to a students creative side – incorporating in art.  Sphero specializes in robots that teach their students code….

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First® and Lego® Education

For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (First®):  First®, For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology, is a not-for-profit STEM education organization that was founded in 1989. First gives students access to quality and innovative science, technology, engineering and math curriculum that pushes and motivates them to pursue STEM careers.  First® ‘s mission…

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STEM with a Touch of Sporty

Chief Science Officers, also known as CSO’s, from all over the country as well as Mexico, Kuwait, Africa and the Middle East were in Tempe, Arizona for the annual CSO Leadership Training Institute Expo held on Arizona State University’s campus. Several of the CSO’s took time to learn more about the science behind sports as…

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STEM Trade Schools

Vocational schools, also known as trade schools, have always been an effective way to prepare individuals to enter the workforce. Trade schools are specialized and leave their students highly skilled in the area of their choosing. The idea that traditional college is not for everyone comes into play with trade schools.  Trent Hamm, a writer…

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Esports is Pushing Equality

In recent years, the Esports industry has exploded. The world of competitive video game competitions has caught the attention of millions of fans around the world. In 2017, the League of Legends World Championship attracted approximately 80 million fans. Esports has turned into a multi-billion dollar industry that is projected to experience enormous growth in…

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STEM Needs More Educators

Between 2017 and 2027, STEM jobs are projected to increase by 13 percent. This rise in science, technology, engineering and math job opportunities makes quality STEM education essential to the workforce of the future. Yet, according to the National Math and Science Initiative, very few students are prepared to take collegiate level STEM courses.  Despite…