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Strategies for Building Algebraic Thinking in Elementary Grades

A place for educators to reflect on and discuss equity, access, identity, and agency in the elementary mathematics classroom.

Articles include: * Glossary Apps for Signing Science Exhibits * Online or In-Person: The Power of Collaborative Conversations * Debunking Math Myths Regarding Learning Differences, Difficulties, Disabilities * Facebook or Instagram? Teens Explore Data About Technology Use * STEM Sparks at TERC

The presentation will be done in Spanish, titled "Empoderar a las familias latinas para ayudar a los niños con las matemáticas" and it will showcase two projects which focus on engaging Latinx families with preschool- aged children in mathematics.

Robots in Science supports middle school physical science teachers to develop and implement integrated robotics units in their classrooms.

Despina Stylianou and Maria Blanton show how building daily instruction around mathematical argumentation can enliven your classroom and re-engage your students.

STEM education Research nonprofit emphasizes equity, inclusion

Articles include: * Head Start on Engineering: Supporting Engineering Interest Development in Early Childhood for Low-income Families * Storytelling Math: Picture books as a vehicle for expanding views of math and who can do it * Embodied Learning through Dance and Physics * TERC's New Look, Looks Forward

This article looks at how two postsecondary educators changed their courses after attending an assessment workshop that emphasized the use of "backward design" for course planning and alignment. It also discusses next research steps needed to support educators in designing fair undergraduate assessments and courses.