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STEM Identity, AI Powered Learning, Career Readiness with SmartLab

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Dr. Jennifer Berry doesn't just talk about STEM—she redefines how student see themselves in it. As a leading voice in inclusive STEM education, Dr. Berry champions a powerful idea: STEM identity is not something students are born with—it's something they build. As the CEO of SmartLab, she is dedicated to bridging the gap between today's classrooms and tomorrow's workforce.

Takeaways:

  • Engaging students in hands-on learning experiences fosters both problem-solving skills and resilience in the face of failure.
  • The integration of community involvement in educational ecosystems significantly enhances students' learning experiences and future opportunities.
  • STEM identity is developed through numerous 'aha moments' that help students connect concepts meaningfully and deepen their understanding.
  • Creating customized learning environments is essential for effective project-based learning, catering to diverse student needs and maximizing their potential.
  • Students must be encouraged to embrace mistakes as vital learning opportunities that contribute to their growth and adaptability.
  • Empowerment and resilience are crucial qualities that educators should foster in students to prepare them for challenges in a rapidly changing world.

Chapters:

  • 00:30 - The Importance of Hands-On Learning
  • 05:52 - Building STEM Identity Through Aha Moments
  • 12:42 - Creating Custom Learning Environments in STEM Education
  • 20:00 - Community Involvement in Education
  • 28:59 - The Importance of Critical Thinking in an AI-Driven World
  • 36:40 - The Importance of a Human-Centered Approach
  • 39:46 - The Importance of Resilience and Empowerment in Education

https://www.smartlablearning.com/

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Dr. Jennifer Berry doesn't just talk about STEM—she redefines how student see themselves in it. As a leading voice in inclusive STEM education, Dr. Berry champions a powerful idea: STEM identity is not something students are born with—it's something they build. As the CEO of SmartLab, she is dedicated to bridging the gap between today's classrooms and tomorrow's workforce.

Takeaways:

  • Engaging students in hands-on learning experiences fosters both problem-solving skills and resilience in the face of failure.
  • The integration of community involvement in educational ecosystems significantly enhances students' learning experiences and future opportunities.
  • STEM identity is developed through numerous 'aha moments' that help students connect concepts meaningfully and deepen their understanding.
  • Creating customized learning environments is essential for effective project-based learning, catering to diverse student needs and maximizing their potential.
  • Students must be encouraged to embrace mistakes as vital learning opportunities that contribute to their growth and adaptability.
  • Empowerment and resilience are crucial qualities that educators should foster in students to prepare them for challenges in a rapidly changing world.

Chapters:

  • 00:30 - The Importance of Hands-On Learning
  • 05:52 - Building STEM Identity Through Aha Moments
  • 12:42 - Creating Custom Learning Environments in STEM Education
  • 20:00 - Community Involvement in Education
  • 28:59 - The Importance of Critical Thinking in an AI-Driven World
  • 36:40 - The Importance of a Human-Centered Approach
  • 39:46 - The Importance of Resilience and Empowerment in Education

https://www.smartlablearning.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/creative-learning-systems/

Show Sponsor – National Association for Primary Education (NAPE) https://nape.org.uk/

Find out more about their Primary First Journal: https://www.educationonfire.com/nape

🔥 Discover more about Education on Fire and get a FREE pdf of 10 guest resources you can use to support learning

https://www.educationonfire.com/

🔥 Support the show - Buy me a coffee, Merch and Sponsorship Opportunities

https://www.educationonfire.com/support

  continue reading

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