STEM Resources available from Discovery Education
http://www.discoveryeducation.com/STEM/connect-the-dots.cfm?CFID=3539751&CFTOKEN=44281790
The STEM Camp is a dynamic series of standards-aligned curricula available at no cost to schools, districts, non-profit organizations and even parents for use as part of summer camps, after school STEM programs, or wherever STEM support is needed.
Here are a few commonly asked questions answered for you:
Q- Do I have to log in to Discovery Education to use the materials?
A- No. Anyone can access STEM Camp.
Q- Do I have to be a subscriber to Discovery Education to use the STEM Camp curricula?
A- No. Anyone can access STEM Camp.
Q- How much does STEM Camp cost?
A- STEM Camp is free.
Q- Where can I get the hands-on materials?
A- STEM Camp uses materials that can be found at your local store. You can also contact our friends at Hand2Mind to purchase a kit for your program. Call 800-445-5985 or email info@hand2mind.com and reference Discovery Education STEM Camp.
Q- Can I use STEM Camp in my classroom?
A- Yes. Use STEM Camp resources wherever STEM support is needed.
Q- I can’t use STEM Camp this summer. Can I use it in my after-school program?
A- Yes. You can use STEM Camp anywhere STEM support is needed.
Q- Is STEM Camp aligned to standards?
A- STEM Camp curricula are aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards.
http://www.nextgenscience.org/
Q- For what grades is STEM Camp appropriate?
A- STEM Camp has been designed for grades 5-8. If you work with students at another grade level, just review the content and use the portions that are appropriate.
Jeff Hargett
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