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What Students Are Telling Us: The Power of Effective Learning Environments
The Principal Exodus: One District's Secret to Keeping Leaders
The Impact of Administrative Turnover in CTC Programs
The Power of Observation: Igniting Learning Through Curiosity and Empowerment
Beyond the Scalpel: The Power of Reflection in the Pig Dissection Lab
From Molecules to Meaning: Eight Takeaways from the STEM Classroom this Week
Breaking the Mold: Transformative PD Opportunities for Today’s Educators
Breaking the mold: Like a single bold chess piece, transformative professional development stands out—designed to lead, not follow.
Empowering Students through Positive Reinforcement
Educators: Making Science Feel Like Discovery, Not Difficulty"
From Classroom to Career: Helping Students See the Future in STEM
The STEM Educator Initiative
Perkins V Funding at Risk: How Cutting Career & Technical Education Threatens America's Workforce
A Celebration of STEM Students and Educators at the VEX Unified Robotics Tournament
Had an incredible time at Unified Robotics at Hopewell Area High School, where students of all abilities teamed up to design, build, and compete in an inclusive and inspiring STEM challenge. From coding precision-driven robots to problem-solving in real-time, the event showcased teamwork, innovation, and resilience. The energy was electric as students cheered each other on, proving that robotics is about more than competition—it’s about empowerment and community.
Understanding the Current State: Reflections from the STEM Equity Initiative
The Influence of Artificial Intelligence on Career and Technical Education and Its Diverse Students
Spreading the Message NEIR and Far
The Changing Role of CTE and the Nontraditional Indicator: Part Two
In 2024, the “nontraditional” indicator continues to measure access to programs historically designated by gender. As societal perceptions of traditional roles have evolved, so too has the approach to improving access to CTE courses and programs. Today’s focus is on comprehensive data analysis and disaggregation by various demographics to address systemic inequities. This ensures all students, including those traditionally underrepresented, have equitable opportunities in diverse career pathways. By recognizing the multifaceted identities of students, educational institutions can foster inclusive environments that empower every student to pursue their passions and aspirations.
The Changing Role of CTE and the Nontraditional Indicator: Part One
Career and Technical Education (CTE) has undergone a transformative journey since its inception in 1749 at the Academy and College of Philadelphia. Departing from the traditional European educational model, which predominantly focused on classical studies tailored to the sons of affluent landowners, this institution provided a pragmatic curriculum aimed at equipping individuals with tangible skills essential for success in the New World.
Cosmetology and Boys: Recruitment and Retention Success Stories
Cosmetology has long been a program in Career and Technology Education (CTE) across the country that predominantly attracts and enrolls “females”. The social construct of gender is so fluid now, especially among the younger generations, that the dichotomy of male versus female has expanded.
The Power of Pedagogy in Career and Technical Education
Education focuses on content as a primary outcome, but pedagogy is a critical part. Understanding the natural connection between CTE and pedagogical practice is important to enhance student learning. Each of the five well-known, research-based pedagogical practices provides value for student learning. What is less well known is how these approaches apply and are being used in Career and Technical Education (CTE).