Thank you, Ms. Caroline, for sharing this example.

It’s very similar to how I see STEAM learning.
I also believe that creative thinking is important in all subjects, not just art. Like your tessellation activity, I like to mix subjects so students can see how ideas connect.

We both ask students to explain their work and think about their l…Read More

Key Skills and Habits of Mind Essential for a True STEAM Environment:
• Curiosity and questioning
• Creativity
• Collaboration
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Communication
• Perseverance and resilience
• Reflection and metacognition
• Making connections across disciplines
• Observational skills
• Empathy and perspective-taking…Read More

Key Skills and Habits of Mind Essential for Establishing a True STEAM Environment

Problem-solving

Creative thinking

Collaboration

Perseverance

Systems thinking

Inquiry and curiosity

Flexibility and adaptability

Communication of ideas

Data analysis and interpretation

Design thinking

One essential habit of mind that can be developed…Read More