As we usher in 2019, we will see all sorts of new technological things. Leading the pack this year is Scratch 3.0. What is new in Scratch 3.0? I take a look at what is new and also let you know if you have an account, your work is still fine. Right off the bat …
Creating a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or STEAM (the A is for Arts) coding lab activity can seem pretty daunting if you have NO IDEA where to start. Let me help you and provide the resources to take on this task and create a coding lab for your students that will teach logic skills …
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Simple and clear is often not something you think of when you hear the phrase, software coding. I will give you a simple and clear explanation of coding and help you understand what it means to create software without going into details that often over complicate it. Let’s get it right out in the open …
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The Lego Chicken Challenge is the perfect STEM exercise. STEM skills are essential for building a career path leading to the emerging job market that will require critical thinking and technology skills. However, don’t look past communication skills acquired in team building such as those learned in the Lego Chicken Challenge. This is a GREAT …
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What makes a good video game? In this article, I am going to give you the five key elements you want to include in your video game design and a Game Design Document that is perfect for a STEM/classroom activity. These elements are what the best video games have had for over 30 years. Here …
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In June, every year across the United States, kids are walking across high school graduation stages. Most have finalized any plans for attending college and fall courses await. I want to give my advice to parents from a dad who is also a college instructor for nearly two decades. Take these 4 success tips and …
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When good friend and super mom, Jen Hoffman of the HealthyMoving.com podcast suggested I check out a book, I didn’t hesitate. As a homeschooling Mom, she is well versed in selecting excellent materials for her children. She messaged me that Ada Lovelace Poet of Science The First Computer Programmer by Diane Stanley is a children’s …
When a friend asked if he can try out the Scratch Coder Course, I thought it would be great. That friend is also a professional with over 30 years of software programming experience. I wasn’t sure what he would think. He used a word… not a 4 letter word but a 3 letter word. FUN. …
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It has been almost 3 years now and I am pain free in my wrist and arm. As a life long computer user, I developed pain in my forearm and shoulder blades as part of my RSI (repetitive stress injury) diagnosis. After visiting doctors, trying to rest, and modifying my work and posture habits, I …
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