Author: iWorld Australia

Advantages of a STEM education

Posted on Dakota Student, February 10, 2017 Statistics have shown that too many students spend tens of thousands of dollars to attend college and graduate with degrees in the humanities, fine arts or similar areas that they have difficulty finding jobs in. There are fewer and fewer students pursuing degrees in STEM (science, technology, engineering and … continue reading

Pitbull is coming to Palm Beach County, you’ll never guess why

Posted on www.palmbeachpost.com, 31 January 2017 Isaac Brekken/Getty Images Sure, you may know that Pitbull is a successful recording artist, and die hard fans know him as “Mr. Worldwide,” but what you may not know about Armando Christian Perez will surprise you. On February 1st, the Miami-born and raised music icon better known as Pitbull will … continue reading

It’s time we let our kids ‘tinker’

Posted on www.deccanchronicle.com, 23rd Jan 2017 A brave new India will not be a reality as long as our formal education/exam system continues to kill curiosity.  Representational image One million children will be cultivated as neoteric innovators — this is the vision of the Atal Innovative Mission. In fact, the Niti Aayog is in the process … continue reading

It’s time we let our kids ‘tinker’

Posted on www.deccanchronicle.com, 23rd Jan 2017 A brave new India will not be a reality as long as our formal education/exam system continues to kill curiosity.  Representational image One million children will be cultivated as neoteric innovators — this is the vision of the Atal Innovative Mission. In fact, the Niti Aayog is in the process … continue reading

Australian students visit NASA mission control as part of STEM program

Posted on SMH, January 22, 2017 Sarah Mullins was sitting in science class when her ears pricked up. An opportunity to visit NASA Mission control was available, and she could not apply quickly enough to be part of the program. Upon hearing of her successful application, Sarah, 16, said that she felt “really, really excited about … continue reading

The Educator Weekend Wrap: Report slams high fees, Australia lagging in STEM & new schools announced

Posted on www.educatoronline.com.au, 21 JAN 2017 This week’s top story: The Independent Schools Council of Australia (ISCA) has cautionedparents about “glossy marketing campaigns” for education focused financial products that they say misrepresent the cost of Independent school fees. The rebuke follows a survey of 12,500 parents by the Australian Scholarships Group (ASG), released on Tuesday, which found … continue reading

Australia lagging in crucial STEM component

Posted on, www.educatoronline.com.au, 19 Jan 2017 With Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education taking on greater importance as schools, governments and industries seek to prepare children for the future workforce, are we focusing on the right skills? Infosys Australia chief, Andrew Groth, told The Educator that amid the push by schools, industries and state and federal leaders … continue reading

What Parents Need To Know About STEAM

Lately, everyone seems to be talking about STEAM. This acronym — which stands for science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics — has become a hot topic in the world of education and in the business community. The practice of teaching by incorporating these concepts into multidisciplinary lessons is revolutionizing education approaches across the country, even … continue reading

What Parents Need To Know About STEAM

Lately, everyone seems to be talking about STEAM. This acronym — which stands for science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics — has become a hot topic in the world of education and in the business community. The practice of teaching by incorporating these concepts into multidisciplinary lessons is revolutionizing education approaches across the country, even … continue reading

New report shows need for greater STEM focus

Research on Artificial Intelligence – released at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Switzerland yesterday – emphasises the need for a greater focus on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education in Australia. The research – commissioned by technology company, Infosys – involved a survey of 1,600 business leaders from across Australia the USA, UK, … continue reading