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20 Winter-Inspired Service-Learning Project Ideas for High School Students

Experiential Learning Depot

Winter Walkways for Neighbors Organize a group of students to shovel snow and clear walkways for elderly neighbors or community members with limited mobility. Through planning and organizing this service-learning project, students develop responsibility, compassion, and communication skills as they coordinate with residents and work in teams.

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Driving Global Economic Success Through Diversity and Prosperity in STEM Education

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

For generations, STEM education has remained an integral approach to learning and development, helping students develop the critical thinking tools that are vital to an ever-evolving world. At the same time, women greatly outnumber men in the world of healthcare. This is only the tip of the iceberg.

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Presidential worries: What’s keeping these Northeastern presidents up at night?

University Business

SUNY Oneonta President Alberto Cardelle invited Hartwick College to join the Regional Innovation Council to collaborate on regional issues and opportunities in healthcare and human services, business development, and employee recruitment and retention to name a few. President Darren Reisberg, Hartwick College (Oneonta, N.Y.)

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Development of graduate attributes in online distance learning students

Teaching Matters Student Employment

iStock [BrianAJackson] Several previous posts on Teaching Matters have focused on graduate attributes – the skills, abilities, attitudes and approaches that students develop “through meaningful experiences and the processes of learning and reflection” (from Definition: what are Graduate Attributes? ).

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Innovations in Engineering Education and Practice: The Engineering New Zealand Perspective

Creatrix Campus

In engineering education, blended learning can include online courses, virtual labs, and simulations, which can help students develop critical skills in a hands-on environment. Project-Based Learning : Project-based learning allows students to apply their knowledge and skills to real-world problems.

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6 Real-World and Applicable Career Exploration Activities for High School Students

Experiential Learning Depot

As an experiential educator and parent, I understand the significance of introducing my students to career exploration activities and guiding them toward a logical career path, as well as ensuring they have real skills to navigate evolving career landscapes when I’m gone. ​ “How” is the keyword here.

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College degree? Why your first job may matter more

University Business

Most launchpad jobs are found in technical, maintenance, manufacturing and healthcare fields and offer opportunities for significantly higher pay by moving into supervisory or managerial roles or pursuing further education. New college graduates encounter the same enigma: Which career path is best?