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How about free software to promote STEM in the classroom? Along with multimedia programs such as Movie Maker and iMovie... the programs listed below will facilitate students in their 21st century skill development. Since they are free, students can use them at school and download them to also connect at home.
| SketchUp | A great CAD style product from the people at Google. I like to call it "CAD that's fun!" Explore a world of educational resources that will engage students in the classroom allowing them to innovate and create! |
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| West Point Bridge Project | Whether it be math, science, or engineering... students will enjoy this free program from the West Point Academy. Watch students compete in collaborative groups as they learn valuable content and understand the world of math and science through simulations and modeling. |
| Scratch | Wow... computational thinking at its best. A program that allows students to design a computer program with integration into any usbject area. Learn more by watching my archived webinar at Discovery! |
| Google Earth | Another free and amazing program that will excite your students in any STEM class. Make sure you visit this educator page filled with resources on how to use Google Earth in the classroom. |
If you have any questions, please email vitaled@watertown.k12.wi.us.