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Spark a passion for STEM Teaching STEM For Dummies is an easy-to-read and exciting new guide for teachers who want to inspire their students with engaging lessons and thoughtful discussions about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This practical roadmap to developing hands-on classroom material relevant to the real world shows you how to define STEM topics and overcome the most common challenges to teaching these complex subjects to younger students. You'll learn how you can make STEM more welcoming—using inclusion, scaffolding, and differentiation—and discover resources for STEM teachers you can deploy immediately in your classroom. Inside the book: Understand the STEM concepts students are expected to learn at different grades and how to connect those ideas together in engaging lessons Teach your students the inquisitive mindsets, logical reasoning, and collaboration skills they'll need to succeed in STEM fields Increase STEM inclusivity in both the classroom and the industry by engaging all students in STEM from early ages Discover resources to educate students on the problem-solving concepts at the core of STEM subjects Perfect for teachers, homeschooling parents, tutors, and other educators, Teaching STEM For Dummies is a can't-miss read for anyone who wants to open young minds to the wonders of STEM.

The streamlined, simplified, beginner-friendly introduction to instructional design Instructional Design For Dummies will teach you how to design and build learning content to create effective, engaging learning experiences that lead to improved learning outcomes and skill development. This book breaks down the instructional design process into bite-sized pieces, so you can learn techniques and best practices without getting bogged down in theory. Learn about various instructional design models and frameworks, then discover the different options for designing learning experiences. Take into account learning foundations, goals, and contexts, then create stellar lessons for in-person or virtual delivery. This Dummies guide is your starting place for creating impactful courses, without the technical jargon. Learn the basics of instructional design so you can create meaningful learning experiences Discover techniques that will help you design high-quality content for any context Improve learning outcomes and deliver training content with greater efficiency Skip the complex theories and technical jargon and focus on the info you need to knowThis book is perfect for anyone who needs to develop a course, design a curriculum or training program, or provide educational content without being formally trained in instructional design. It’s also a great supplement to college-level instructional design courses. Whatever you’re teaching, Instructional Design For Dummies will help you teach it better.

Design and build online courses that you will deploy with joy Need to create a course for your learners and don't know where to begin? Creating eCourses For Dummies will guide you through the process of creating engaging content around objectives and a solid instructional plan. In this book, you’ll find a feasible plan for designing and creating a course in a short time period, while leveraging technology, community building (if desired), accessibility, and engagement. Creating eCourses For Dummies encourages you to follow along chapter by chapter, creating a course as you go. Make the transition to online teaching and create a course quickly, step by step Choose the technology platforms that work best for you, or make the most of the ones you’re required to use Leverage existing content and content from other resources to build your course Tailor your content to your audience and cater to different learning preferences and stylesThis is an excellent Dummies guide for new and veteran teachers, corporate trainers, entrepreneurs, small business owners, those with side hustles, and anyone else who needs a crash course on developing eCourses. This book will support you from beginning to end.

Make your first year of teaching one to remember Becoming a new teacher is one of the most fun, exciting, and challenging experiences you’ll encounter in your life. Who wouldn’t want a little help getting ready before sitting down behind the teacher’s desk for the first time? That’s where First-Year Teaching For Dummies comes in. You’ll find easy-to-follow strategies and techniques to help you navigate the politics of education in your community, develop fun and fulfilling relationships with your students, and refine your own instructional style. You’ll learn to: Survive and thrive in your first two weeks as you hit the ground running and win over your students, co-workers, and administrators Avoid or reduce the major stressors that can lead to burnout and other common problems Understand and handle 21st-century issues with skill and sensitivity It’s almost time for you to take charge of your first classroom and you’re raring to go. So, grab a copy of First-Year Teaching For Dummies to find the last-minute tips and common-sense guidance you need to help make your first school year a rewarding one!