Mathematics education

Actua Receives Grant from Google.org to Develop Artificial Intelligence Curriculum for High School Students

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Friday, May 10, 2019
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The grant will go towards developing AI curriculum for Canadian high-school students across the country, including communities where access to technology is more limited.

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  • The grant will go towards developing AI curriculum for Canadian high-school students across the country, including communities where access to technology is more limited.
  • The event was hosted by Actua, its network member Engineering Outreach at the University of Toronto, and Google Canada.
  • In its pilot year (2019-2020), Actua expects the AI programming will reach up to 15,000 students in every province and territory across Canada.
  • About Actua: Actua is Canada's leading science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) youth outreach network representing 38 university and college based members.

Ohio's Oil and Gas Industry Recognizes Teacher Appreciation Week

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Wednesday, May 8, 2019
Articles, Education, Education policy, Engineering education, Mathematics education, Science education, National Energy Education Development Project, Oklahoma Energy Resources Board

"Ohio's natural gas and oil industry thanks our teachers for their commitment to their students, their communities and their profession."

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  • "Ohio's natural gas and oil industry thanks our teachers for their commitment to their students, their communities and their profession."
  • OOGEEP's curriculum, titled STEM Lessons in Oil and Gas Energy Education, includes lesson plans and hands-on science labs.
  • The Ohio Oil and Gas Energy Education Program (OOGEEP) is a non-profit statewide education and public outreach program.
  • These programs primarily focus on teacher workshops, scholarships, science fair, firefighter training, industry training, career and workforce development, research and guest speaker programs.

Mathnasium hires Brett Lippel as vice president of North American operations and sales

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Wednesday, May 8, 2019
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LOS ANGELES, May 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Mathnasium Learning Centers has named Brett Lippel to lead North American operations, covering more than 950 Mathnasium Learning Centers across the United States and Canada.

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  • LOS ANGELES, May 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Mathnasium Learning Centers has named Brett Lippel to lead North American operations, covering more than 950 Mathnasium Learning Centers across the United States and Canada.
  • Lippel joins Mathnasium with a disciplinedbusiness growthapproach to drive the company's expansion objectives.
  • This year, Mathnasium is projected to open its 1,000th center in North America and reach an unprecedented number of children with its math-only supplemental education program.
  • The math education authority for grades 212, Mathnasium is North America's leading math-only supplemental education franchise.

Fewer women in STEM science and engineering careers? Tundra Technical does something about it

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Tuesday, May 7, 2019
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Tundra Technical, a global recruitment firm with a focus on Technology and Engineering, made up its mind to do something about the disparity.

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  • Tundra Technical, a global recruitment firm with a focus on Technology and Engineering, made up its mind to do something about the disparity.
  • This two-part endeavour will help network more than145 high school students with STEM leaders and includesten $1,500 scholarships to be awarded to women pursuing STEM studies.
  • To raise these numbers significantly, Tundra is connecting women about to graduate high school with female mentors who are already STEM career superstars.
  • "Tundra has created the innovative Launchpad Project to jumpstart the careers of future female science and tech leaders," said Tundra president Micah Williams.

CITGO and the Boston Red Sox Feature Double Header for STEM Education Days

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Monday, May 6, 2019
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In its third year, the "Red Sox STEM Education Days Presented by CITGO" at Fenway Park gives New England students, grades two through nine, the opportunity to learn about STEM in a unique environment and to enjoy a Red Sox home game.

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  • In its third year, the "Red Sox STEM Education Days Presented by CITGO" at Fenway Park gives New England students, grades two through nine, the opportunity to learn about STEM in a unique environment and to enjoy a Red Sox home game.
  • The second STEM Education Day, scheduled for Sept. 19, will highlight NASA and other important space initiatives.
  • In 2018, each "Red Sox STEM Education Days Presented by CITGO" hosted more than 4,000 students.
  • The "Red Sox STEM Education Days Presented by CITGO" is one of the many programs supported through the CITGO STEM Talent Pipeline, an initiative designed to expand STEM education and career opportunities for students in the company's operational areas.

Nominations Open for 2019 Women Tech Awards

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Friday, May 3, 2019
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SANDY, Utah, May 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Women Tech Council (WTC), a national organization focused on the economic impact of women in technology, today announced that nominations for the 2019 Women Tech Awards are now open.

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  • SANDY, Utah, May 3, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Women Tech Council (WTC), a national organization focused on the economic impact of women in technology, today announced that nominations for the 2019 Women Tech Awards are now open.
  • By bringing visibility to women throughout the technology industry, the Women Tech Awards has helped advance the careers of more than 190 women and 25 university students in the 12-year history of the program.
  • The visibility gained by the awards also helps these women inspire other women and high school girls to pursue STEM fields.
  • This year's Women Tech Awards will be held October 9 at the Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City.

Michigan Businesses Partner with Plymouth-Canton Schools to Inspire, Prepare High School Students for Careers in Manufacturing

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Thursday, May 2, 2019
Articles, Education, Science, Education policy, Engineering education, Experiential learning, Mathematics education, Science education, Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, SME, ACT

SME PRIME schools directly address the manufacturing and engineering talent shortage by partnering with industry to inform and provide modern equipment, tailored curriculum and hands-on training to high schools across the country.

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  • SME PRIME schools directly address the manufacturing and engineering talent shortage by partnering with industry to inform and provide modern equipment, tailored curriculum and hands-on training to high schools across the country.
  • Since 2011, SME PRIME schools have reached more than 50,000 students in 46 communities across 22 states.
  • Last year, 84% of graduating SME PRIME students intended to pursue careers in manufacturing, and 60% of those students planned to pursue postsecondary education in a field directly related to manufacturing.
  • Additionally, the Foundation's PRIME initiative was created to provide high school students with a tailored advanced manufacturing/STEM education.

Celebrating and investing in the STEM leaders who make science and research fun for young Canadians

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Thursday, May 2, 2019
Articles, Science education, Science, Education, Engineering education, Education policy, Mathematics education, Literacy, Scientific literacy, Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics

"Our Government knows that in today's competitive, knowledge-based global economy, encouraging young Canadians to pursue careers in science and research is critical.

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  • "Our Government knows that in today's competitive, knowledge-based global economy, encouraging young Canadians to pursue careers in science and research is critical.
  • That is why we are investing in the people and programs that bring science to life and inspire young Canadians to pursue their curiosity and ignite their love of science."
  • "Increasing science literacy among young Canadians will increase the number of students who pursue careers in STEM fields.
  • Science outreach activities, such as those taking place throughout Science Odyssey, contribute to a strong science culture and ultimately improve the lives of all Canadians."

Geometiles, San Diego-based Math Educational Tool to Inspire Kids Nationally as Part of the 2019 National Math Festival

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Wednesday, May 1, 2019
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SAN DIEGO, May 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Geometiles, a San Diego-based math educational tool created by Yana Mohanty, Ph.D., is partnering with the National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath, the nation's only museum of mathematics) to bring Geometiles to the 2019 National Math Festival, May 4, Washington, D.C.

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  • SAN DIEGO, May 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Geometiles, a San Diego-based math educational tool created by Yana Mohanty, Ph.D., is partnering with the National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath, the nation's only museum of mathematics) to bring Geometiles to the 2019 National Math Festival, May 4, Washington, D.C.
  • The biannual National Math Festival is the country's largest celebration of mathematics with a day of free hands-on activities, fascinating speakers, and inspiring performances, showcasing how math is everywhere and full of surprises.
  • Launched three years ago, Geometiles have already won four national awards and found their way into numerous schools, math festivals, colleges, universities, and homes across the country.
  • The 2019 National Math Festival is another major math event showcasing Geometiles' movement to spark kids' math curiosity.

Randstad US supports Race Through Space 5K to promote STEM education in Atlanta

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Tuesday, April 30, 2019
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ATLANTA, April 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Randstad US announced today their sponsorship of the Atlanta Science Festival's first annual Race Through Space , a 5K race to benefit local STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education initiatives and increase awareness of STEM careers among young people.

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  • ATLANTA, April 30, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Randstad US announced today their sponsorship of the Atlanta Science Festival's first annual Race Through Space , a 5K race to benefit local STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education initiatives and increase awareness of STEM careers among young people.
  • Research has found that despite early interest in STEM, enthusiasm among students drops off as they progress through school.
  • Participants can pre-register for the race, or sign-up on site beginning at 6:30 a.m. on race day.
  • Randstad North America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Randstad N.V., a 23.8 billion global provider of flexible work and human resources services.