In our constantly growing world and economy, the role of engineers is continuing to rise at a rapid rate. Engineering is an essential part of our society’s continued expansion. In order to continue to produce quality engineers with innovative mindsets, we have to find ways to get kids interested in engineering. This early interest is…
As the STEM workforce continues to gain jobs at a rapid rate, the need for qualified, passionate STEM professionals continues to grow. STEM education is the key component to ensure students continue STEM throughout college and are prepared to join the workforce. EdSurge wrote an article on how educators can create gateways and not be…
Many parents and educators know the growing importance of STEM education. However, there can often be confusion around what is categorized as a STEM activity. A STEM activity is anything that engages someone in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. STEM Sports® is passionate about engaging students in STEM, regardless of location. STEM learning can take…
Engaging students in lectures can be difficult for educators, especially when the curriculum is centered around science, technology, engineering, and math. For most students, there is a level of discomfort surrounding STEM subjects. This can translate to a lack of active engagement and excitement around the curricula. With online learning on the rise, this has…
Many of us have fond memories of playing sports, both formally and informally, throughout our childhood. As a parent, we have to decide what sports to sign our kids up for and at what age they should start. Aside from the obvious fun and excitement around sports, there are benefits that will help your child…
Students love real-world examples. This helps them make the connection they need to comprehend the subject matter and see when it is applicable in their day-to-day life. This is especially important in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. STEM concepts can be complex and difficult for students to connect with. By using sports as real-world examples…
You will often see STEM Sports® advocating and providing at-home learning opportunities. We do this because there are real-time benefits to expanding education outside of the classroom and into the home. These include: Often, in classroom settings, children all have to move at the same pace. This can be difficult because comprehension speeds are not…
Starting your child in sports can be an exciting time for parents and children alike! However, for parents, there may be some concerns about how to make sure your child is a good sport. You want them to be competitive, respectful, and driven all while having fun. But how do you make sure you are…
What is a mentor Mentors have always been a part of society. You see examples of this in your own life, movies, and history courses. People often echo the importance of mentorship; but, what is categorized as a mentor? Guider defines a mentor as, “a person who can support, advise and guide you. They typically…
Introduction There are approximately 450 million rounds of golf played in the United States per year. Of all these rounds, a hole-in-one will be scored once every 3,500 games. That means that only 1-2% of golfers will have a hole-in-one each year. Many people will golf their whole life and never have a hole-in-one. Despite…
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