Creating a culture of problem solving in a math classroom or in a school involves prompting students and educators to think a little differently and systemically. “The world does not need more people ...

Transfer of math, physics, and communication skills into the entry-level photonics workforce, NSF Award 1432578, Sept 2014 – Aug 2019 Exploring factors that shape education & workplace training on ...

Collaborative group work is increasingly prioritized across higher education, particularly in the life sciences and STEM-related fields. But how students communicate within these smaller groups is key ...

How can teachers help students develop problem-solving skills when they themselves, even though confronted with an array of problems every day, may need to become better problem solvers? Our ...

A select group of fifth- and sixth-graders at an elementary school in Omaha, Nebraska, are taking a forensic science class to develop their critical thinking skills.The class is part of the High ...

In today’s fast-paced world, many people rely on screens and structured lessons to learn new skills. But the forest offers something no classroom can: real-world problem solving through direct ...

Students get to share their favorite family recipes and practice their problem-solving strategies in this engaging math project.

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Problem solving is one of today’s top skills—students who apply problem-solving strategies in the classroom are building important talents for college and the workforce. The math classroom is one of ...