A Good Game is More Than a Pile of Facts

Can all games provide learning activities? Is there a connection between scientific models and games? How can educators evaluate games and simulators as learning tools in the classroom? David Gagnon joins us to discuss designing and evaluating games for learning, and describes how his team integrates learning theory to create meaningful games that make personal connections to students. About Our […]

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Equity and Evidence: a Vision for NSTA from Erika Shugart

Erika Shugart joins us for our 250th episode to discuss her role as the NSTA Executive Director, share how the association can provide professional development and networking opportunities in a face to face world with digital demands, and explain her vision to provide equity and evidence in science education. About our Guest: A Ph.D.  scientist and long-time leader in informal […]

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Connect with science professionals in your classroom using Nepris

Our guest this week is Sabari Raja, co-Founder & CEO of Nepris.  Acting as matchmaker for classrooms to scientists (and other professionals), Nepris tackles the heavy lifting of finding professionals eager to provide educational outreach in their field of expertise.  Sabari joins us to talk about the history of Nepris, its goal of creating equity of access, and how you […]

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