

STEM Everyday
Chris Woods (DailySTEM)
The STEM Everyday podcast focuses on how easy it is to incorporate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) into education. We explore and share great ideas that inspire students to take ownership in their learning. Episodes include short (20 minute) interviews with educators, innovators, & authors who are using creative ways to add STEM to their classrooms and communities everyday!
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Jun 8, 2020 • 29min
STEM Everyday: #164 | STEM, Not Just A Class We Go To | feat. Andy Losik
Andy is a K-4 STEM teacher in Hamilton, Michigan. What he loves most about teaching is the kids. Seeing growth and “ah-ha” moments are infinitely rewarding.Connect with Andymrlosik.comtwitter.com/mrlosikChris Woods is the host for the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:dailystem.comtwitter.cominstagram.comyoutube.comSupport the show

May 28, 2020 • 33min
STEM Everyday: #163 | Smithsonian’s STEM in 30 | feat. Beth Wilson & Marty Kelsey
STEM in 30 is an Emmy-nominated program for middle school students produced by the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum. New episodes are released every month, followed by a Mission Debrief where you and your students can tune in live and ask our experts your questions. Chris chatted with the hosts of the show Beth Wilson and Marty Kelsey. CONNECT WITH STEM IN 30airandspace.si.edu/connect/stem-30twitter.com/STEMin30facebook.com/STEMin30airandspace.si.edustemin30@si.edu emailChris Woods is the host for the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:dailystem.comtwitter.cominstagram.comyoutube.comSupport the show

May 21, 2020 • 24min
STEM Everyday: #162 | ESports Clubs and Competitions to Build the Whole Child | feat. Brianna Titi from Emerald Esports
Brianna is Esports Communications and Public Relations Coordinator. Emerald Esports focuses on helping students understand their natural abilities (competencies) and enhancing them to become better prepared for a career. They serve middle school, high school, and young adult populations.(Emerald Esports is no longer in association with North America Scholastic Esports Federation (NASEF). The episode was pre-recorded while they were still in association.)Contact with BriannaBTiti@emeralde.orgGet more information about Emerald Esportsemeralde.org/initiatives/esportstwitter.com/esports_emeraldinstagram.com/emerald.fdn.esportsfacebook.com/esportsemeraldChris Woods is the host for the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:dailystem.comtwitter.cominstagram.comyoutube.comSupport the show

May 12, 2020 • 20min
STEM Every: #161 | Working With Rocket Scientists at NASA to Writing Books for Curious Kids | feat. Kirsten Larson
Kirsten is a member of The Soaring 20s picture book group and STEAMTeam2020. She also serves as a nonfiction and query corner “elf” for Julie Hedlund’s 12×12 Picture Book Writing Challenge. She started with working along side rocket scientists at NASA. She has transitioned to writing books for curious kids. She is the author of WOOD, WIRE, WINGS: EMMA LILIAN TODD INVENTS AN AIRPLANE, and THE FIRE OF STARS: The Life and Brilliance of the Woman Who Discovered What Stars Are Made Of, as well as 25 nonfiction books for the school and library market. Chris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Find out more:dailystem.comtwitter.cominstagram.comyoutube.comSupport the show

May 5, 2020 • 24min
STEM Everyday: #160 | The Foundation Of The Schoolhouse, SEL | feat. Wendy Turner
Wendy teaches 2nd Grade and in 2017 was the Delaware Teacher of the Year. She fills her students with knowledge, heart, and soul. Former Superintendent Dr. Mark Holodick says she does this because she herself is filled with knowledge, heart, and soul.Connect with Wendytwitter.com/mrswendymturnerfacebook.com/2017DETOYLinks discussed in the podcastcasel.orgblog.empatico.orgChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Find out more:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutubeSupport the show

Apr 23, 2020 • 26min
STEM Everyday: #159 | What If Students Said: “What if…” More? | feat. Mindy Pastuszak
Mindy is a K-5 STEAM Teacher in Virginia. Mindy met our guest from episode #83 Brittany Ballou and after watching her class thought “What if…?” It became a perfect matching for her passion for technology and something she could do on a daily basis with her class.Connect with Mindytwitter.com/MindyPastuszakChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Find out more:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutubeSupport the show

Apr 20, 2020 • 27min
STEM Everyday: #158 | Encourage, Motivate, and Inspire – BMX Read to Ride Program | feat. Mike Duvarney
USA BMX Foundation supplies STEM educational programming to schools and youth serving organizations (YMCA, Boys and Girls Club, etc). BMX racing has been an Olympic Sport since 2008 and is the only National Governing Body with a large scale, nationwide STEM program. The unique thing about their programming is that they are equal parts STEM and physical fitness. All of the programs are hands-on, project based and use disguised learning throughout.Learn more about USA BMX Foundation:usabmxfoundation.orgtwitter.com/usabmxstemChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Find out more:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutubeSupport the show

Mar 19, 2020 • 24min
STEM Everyday: #157 | Failure, Curiosity, and Fun | feat. Tim Needles
As an artist/educator who has taught art and technology for years, Tim Needles brings a fresh and unique approach to these topics, focusing on creativity, innovation, and collaborationGet Connected with Timtwitter.com/timneedlesinstagram.com/timneedles/Find Tim's Book STEAM Poweramazon.com/STEAM PowerChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Find out more:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutubeSupport the show

Mar 13, 2020 • 40min
STEM Everyday: #156 | Making Learning Real | feat. Jason Krueger
Do your students feel like they are just memorizing facts to spit out on a test? That was Jason. He was your unengaged student. School was difficult for him. But summer, summertime was different. You see he found himself learning by doing.Get Connected with Jasonstratostar.comtwitter.com/StratoStar4Uinstagram.com/stratostar4uChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Find out more:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutube Support the show

Mar 2, 2020 • 25min
STEM Everyday: #155 | Education Through Making | feat. Liz Gallo
As an international speaker, Liz knows how to engage audiences of all ages. She has been teaching K - University technology and engineering education for over 10 years. Liz is a recognized leader in the NYS education scene. As a result, she is on the cutting edge of the changes happening to education.Get connected with Lizwhymaker.cotwitter.com/whymakerChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Find out more:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutubeSupport the show