Early Engineering Learning

Author : Lyn English,Tamara Moore
Publisher : Springer
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2018-05-29
Category : Education
ISBN : 9789811086212

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Early Engineering Learning by Lyn English,Tamara Moore Pdf

This book addresses engineering learning in early childhood, spanning ages 3 to 8 years. It explores why engineering experiences are important in young children's overall development and how engineering is a core component of early STEM learning, including how engineering education links and supports children's existing experiences in science, mathematics, and design and technology, both before school and in the early school years. Promoting STEM education across the school years is a key goal of many nations, with the realization that building STEM skills required by societies takes time and needs to begin as early as possible. Despite calls from national and international organisations, the inclusion of engineering-based learning within elementary and primary school programs remains limited in many countries. Engineering experiences for young children in the pre-school or early school years has received almost no attention, even though young children can be considered natural engineers. This book addresses this void by exposing what we know about engineering for young learners, including their capabilities for solving engineering-based problems and the (few) existing programs that are capitalising on their potential.

Author : Lynn E. Cohen,Sandra Waite-Stupiansky
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2019-07-12
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780429843655

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STEM in Early Childhood Education by Lynn E. Cohen,Sandra Waite-Stupiansky Pdf

Bringing together a diverse cohort of experts, STEM in Early Childhood Education explores the ways STEM can be integrated into early childhood curricula, highlighting recent research and innovations in the field, and implications for both practice and policy. Based on the argument that high-quality STEM education needs to start early, this book emphasizes that early childhood education must include science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in developmentally appropriate ways based on the latest research and theories. Experienced chapter authors address the theoretical underpinnings of teaching STEM in the early years, while contextualizing these ideas for the real world using illustrative examples from the classroom. This cutting-edge collection also looks beyond the classroom to how STEM learning can be facilitated in museums, nature-based learning outdoors, and after-school programs. STEM in Early Childhood Education is an excellent resource for aspiring and veteran educators alike, exploring the latest research, providing inspiration, and advancing best practices for teaching STEM in the early years.

Author : James Trevelyan
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2021-01-14
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781000289336

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Learning Engineering Practice by James Trevelyan Pdf

This book explains engineering practice, what engineers actually do in their work. The first part explains how to find paid engineering work and prepare for an engineering career. The second part explains the fundamentals of engineering practice, including how to gain access to technical knowledge, how to gain the willing collaboration of other people to make things happen, and how to work safely in hazardous environments. Other chapters explain engineering aspects of project management missed in most courses, how to create commercial value from engineering work and estimate costs, and how to navigate cultural complexities successfully. Later chapters provide guidance on sustainability, time management and avoiding the most common frustrations encountered by engineers at work. This book has been written for engineering students, graduates and novice engineers. Supervisors, mentors and human resources professionals will also find the book helpful to guide early-career engineers and assess their progress. Engineering schools will find the book helpful to help students prepare for professional internships and also for creating authentic practice and assessment exercises.

Author : Cate Heroman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 139 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Early childhood education
ISBN : 1938113284

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Making and Tinkering with STEM by Cate Heroman Pdf

Explore STEM concepts through making and tinkering!

Author : Angela Eckhoff
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Early childhood education
ISBN : 0876597568

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Creative Investigations in Early Engineering and Technology by Angela Eckhoff Pdf

Early childhood teachers continue to seek activities that promote STEM-based learning. But most STEM books focus on science and math, excluding technology and engineering. Creative Investigations in Early Engineering and Technology helps teachers create a more well-rounded STEM learning program.

Author : Chris Ferrie
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 26 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2020-04-07
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781728230092

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My First 100 Art Words by Chris Ferrie Pdf

Chris Ferrie fans will love this perfect educational art book for babies and toddlers featuring essential STEAM words from the #1 Science author! Babies and toddlers are curious and ready to learn! Introduce them to art words that go beyond the basics with this first 100 words baby board book. From painting to photography, from music to theater, from literature to history and more, this is the bright and simple introduction to the smart words every budding scholar needs! Surprise your special little one at birthdays, baby showers, holidays, and beyond with the amazing opportunity to discover with this baby and toddler learning book! My First 100 Art Words makes a wonderful addition to many other gifts you may be searching for, such as baby first birthday gifts for girls and boys, early development toys for babies, baby learning games, gift sets for babies and toddlers, and more!

Author : Christine M. Cunningham
Publisher : Teachers College Press
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2018-02-16
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780807758779

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Engineering in Elementary STEM Education by Christine M. Cunningham Pdf

Bolstered by new standards and new initiatives to promote STEM education, engineering is making its way into the school curriculum. This comprehensive introduction will help elementary educators integrate engineering into their classroom, school, or district in age-appropriate, inclusive, and engaging ways. Building on the work of a Museum of Science team that has spent 15 years developing elementary engineering curricula, this book outlines how engineering can be integrated into a broader STEM curriculum, details its pedagogical benefits to students, and includes classroom examples to help educators tailor instruction to engage diverse students. Featuring vignettes, case studies, videos, research results, and assessments, this resource will help readers visualize high-quality elementary engineering and understand the theoretical principles in context. Book Features: Frameworks to help teachers create curricula and structure activities. A focus on engaging the diversity of learners in today’s classrooms. Experiences from the nation’s leading elementary education curriculum that has reached 13.3 million children and 165,000 educators. Go to eie.org/book for videos, assessment tools, reproducibles, and other instructional supports that enliven the text.

Author : Angela K Stone-MacDonald, PH D,Angela Stone-MacDonald,Kristen Wendell,Anne Douglass,Mary Lu Love,Kristen B Wendell, PH D,Amanda Wiehe Lopes
Publisher : Brookes Publishing Company
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2024
Category : Engineering
ISBN : 1681257491

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Engaging Young Engineers by Angela K Stone-MacDonald, PH D,Angela Stone-MacDonald,Kristen Wendell,Anne Douglass,Mary Lu Love,Kristen B Wendell, PH D,Amanda Wiehe Lopes Pdf

Author : Şenay Purzer,Johannes Strobel,Monica E. Cardella
Publisher : Purdue University Press
Page : 469 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781557536914

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Engineering in Pre-college Settings by Şenay Purzer,Johannes Strobel,Monica E. Cardella Pdf

In science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in pre-college, engineering is not the silent "e" anymore. There is an accelerated interest in teaching engineering in all grade levels. Structured engineering programs are emerging in schools as well as in out-of-school settings. Over the last ten years, the number of states in the US including engineering in their K-12 standards has tripled, and this trend will continue to grow with the adoption of the Next Generation Science Standards. The interest in pre-college engineering education stems from three different motivations. First, from a workforce pipeline or pathway perspective, researchers and practitioners are interested in understanding precursors, influential and motivational factors, and the progression of engineering thinking. Second, from a general societal perspective, technological literacy and understanding of the role of engineering and technology is becoming increasingly important for the general populace, and it is more imperative to foster this understanding from a younger age. Third, from a STEM integration and education perspective, engineering processes are used as a context to teach science and math concepts. This book addresses each of these motivations and the diverse means used to engage with them.Designed to be a source of background and inspiration for researchers and practitioners alike, this volume includes contributions on policy, synthesis studies, and research studies to catalyze and inform current efforts to improve pre-college engineering education. The book explores teacher learning and practices, as well as how student learning occurs in both formal settings, such as classrooms, and informal settings, such as homes and museums. This volume also includes chapters on assessing design and creativity.

Author : Sally Moomaw
Publisher : Redleaf Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2013-06-15
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781605542539

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Teaching STEM in the Early Years by Sally Moomaw Pdf

The foundation for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education begins in the early years. This book provides more than ninety activities and learning center ideas that seamlessly integrate STEM throughout early childhood classrooms. These hands-on STEM experiences enhance cooking, art, and music activities, block play and sensory table exploration, and field trips and outdoor time. Information on assessment and early learning standards is also provided. Sally Moomaw, EdD, has spent much of her career researching and teaching STEM education. She is an assistant professor at the University of Cincinnati and the author of several early education books.

Author : Alissa A. Lange,Kimberly Brenneman,Hagit Mano
Publisher : Teachers College Press
Page : 145 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2019-04-26
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780807761366

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Teaching STEM in the Preschool Classroom by Alissa A. Lange,Kimberly Brenneman,Hagit Mano Pdf

Drawing from a professional development model that was developed with funding from the National Science Foundation, this book is an essential resource for anyone who wants to support preschool children to be STEM thinkers and doers. The text features research-based resources, examples of field-tested activities, and highlights from the classroom.

Author : Sylvia Libow Martinez,Gary S. Stager
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2019-01-05
Category : Education
ISBN : 099755438X

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Invent to Learn by Sylvia Libow Martinez,Gary S. Stager Pdf

A new and expanded edition of one of the decade's most influential education books. In this practical guide, Sylvia Martinez and Gary Stager provide K-12 educators with the how, why, and cool stuff that supports making in the classroom, library, makerspace, or anywhere learners learn.

Author : Angela Stone-MacDonald
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2015-06-01
Category : EDUCATION
ISBN : 1598578464

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Engaging Young Engineers by Angela Stone-MacDonald Pdf

"This title provides instruction on how to teach problem solving and critical thinking to young children (birth to 5) using engineering, science, and routines as a framework. The engineering process is an ideal framework for designing learning experiences that support science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) learning and cognitive development for young children. Young children problem-solve in their daily play, and teachers and caregivers can promote the development of problem solving and critical thinking skills through intentional activities that support young children's brain development and prepare them for kindergarten. Key activities are outlined for each age group, with information on how each activity teaches young children to be curious, persistent, flexible, reflective, and collaborative. This title also provides specific guidance for supporting problem solving and science learning in inclusive classrooms using the universal design for learning (UDL) model, and it helps teachers to prepare children to work towards the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for kindergarten math and the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for kindergarten science. This title can serve as a supplemental text for early childhood curriculum or instructional methods courses"--

Author : Titus Winters,Tom Manshreck,Hyrum Wright
Publisher : O'Reilly Media
Page : 602 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2020-02-28
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781492082767

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Software Engineering at Google by Titus Winters,Tom Manshreck,Hyrum Wright Pdf

Today, software engineers need to know not only how to program effectively but also how to develop proper engineering practices to make their codebase sustainable and healthy. This book emphasizes this difference between programming and software engineering. How can software engineers manage a living codebase that evolves and responds to changing requirements and demands over the length of its life? Based on their experience at Google, software engineers Titus Winters and Hyrum Wright, along with technical writer Tom Manshreck, present a candid and insightful look at how some of the world’s leading practitioners construct and maintain software. This book covers Google’s unique engineering culture, processes, and tools and how these aspects contribute to the effectiveness of an engineering organization. You’ll explore three fundamental principles that software organizations should keep in mind when designing, architecting, writing, and maintaining code: How time affects the sustainability of software and how to make your code resilient over time How scale affects the viability of software practices within an engineering organization What trade-offs a typical engineer needs to make when evaluating design and development decisions

Author : Marina Umaschi Bers Ph.D.
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2012-03-01
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780199921287

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Designing Digital Experiences for Positive Youth Development by Marina Umaschi Bers Ph.D. Pdf

Based on over a decade and a half of research, Designing Digital Experiences for Positive Youth Development aims to guide readers in the design of digital technologies to promote positive behaviors in children and teenagers.