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Critics agree: There’s never been a more appropriate time for STEM education. But given the expenses that come with college, there’s bound to be some trepidation behind the viability of a STEM degree and how it equates to opportunities within the global workforce. Let’s take a look at what a STEM degree is, what opportunities it presents, and how you can involve your kids in various STEM …
STEM can be an intimidating topic for parents. What does STEM stand for? The easy answer to that question is to label each letter of the acronym. So let’s do that: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. See? Easy. Done. We can end this blog post. Mic drop. *insert screeching brake sounds** We know what you’re thinking – “Yeah but, what …
We live in an incredibly technological world that continues to innovate beyond our wildest imaginations. Some of today’s high-tech games and gadgets can have parents scratching their heads wondering, “How do they do that?”. More often than not, the answer is: Coding. To someone with no STEM background, it seems there must be a Wizard of Oz style curtain somewhere. …
As STEM curriculums continue to grow in public school programs across the country, it is obvious that many parents will find them asking themselves the true effectiveness of this adaptive curriculum on their child’s education. The acronym created for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), was not established until 2001. Parents may remember the evolution of technology during their own time in …
Don’t know the first thing about how to make a video game for kids? We got you. Let’s take a second and talk about how their desire to create a video game is a good thing. Their obsession with video games is not necessarily ruining their lives, despite what some may tell you. It might even be steering them towards a lucrative career, and no I’m not referencing …
What is STEM Education and why is it important? STEM Education is a term that teachers and administrators like to throw around. A LOT. Even our local preschool touts a monthly STEM focus with their four-year-old class. What exactly is everyone talking about? What is STEM? STEM is an acronym. It refers to the different subjects that are most utilized in STEM fields. It …
So, you’ve bought the most recent STEM toy for your kids. Whether it’s a collaborative build or a basic science kit, it’s a better option for your child as the educational component is disguised by the fun in the process. You build it together, incorporate the educational aspects, and then it’s complete. Now what? Even if you could repeat the …
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, engineering jobs are one of the fastest growing and highest paying career options! Even if your child isn’t planning for a career in engineering, being able to tinker, build, and repair is critical in our high-tech world. In fact, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio lists STEM and tech toys as one of the hottest growing …
Who doesn’t dream of being able to create awesome robots that can obey your every command? From Tony Stark’s sleek workshop in The Avengers to the helpful household robots in The Jetsons, robotics have captured our imagination for generations. Fortunately for us living in the 21st century, robots are no longer science fiction – there are real people doing groundbreaking work in this …