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Washington STEM Vital Signs

Mon, 6 Jun 2011 09:26:42 -0700

Change the Equation recently released 'Vital Signs' reports for each state that highlight the condition of STEM learning. How do you think Washington State is doing?

The NMC Horizon Report: 2011 K-12 Edition

Tue, 31 May 2011 09:05:24 -0700

The NMC Horizon Project identifies and describes emerging technologies likely to have a large impact on teaching, learning, research, or creative expression within education around the globe.

EdLab Group Employment Opportunity

Tue, 31 May 2011 08:55:40 -0700

The EdLab Group has an employment opportunity for an Instructional Technology Specialist. The primary responsibilities include researching, analyzing, planning and implementing instructional technologies in EdLab Group programs and providing training for staff, external partners, and program participants. Read more on our Web site.

EdLab Group welcomes Kate Pickle as Manager of Strategic Alliances

Mon, 16 May 2011 17:44:41 -0700

We are excited to announce that Kate Pickle, currently National STEM Program Manager for Girl Scouts of the USA, will be joining EdLab Group in July as the Manager of Strategic Alliances. With more than 10 years of youth development experience, Kate has been an invaluable partner to the National Girl’s Collaborative Project - she received the NGCP Collaboration Award in October 2010. Welcome Kate!

Tech in the Classroom: Use of technology at TAF Academy

Mon, 16 May 2011 17:41:53 -0700

Innovative and necessary ways for students to use technology.

30th Anniversary Party for Pacific Science Center's Camps for Curious Minds

Mon, 9 May 2011 15:49:58 -0700

Pacific Science Center's Camps for Curious Minds continue to offer the perfect opportunity to explore, experiment and discover! Please join us as we toast to 30 years of summer time memories, life-long learning and our inner scientist.

Obama: STEM education a must-have

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 14:59:30 -0700

Yesterday, President Obama visited Facebook headquarters and emphasized the importance of STEM education stating, "I always hear stories about how we can’t find enough engineers, we can’t find enough computer programmers," he said. "You know what -that means our education system is not working the way it should."

Stemming the tide: Why women leave engineering

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 14:12:58 -0700

Check out the results of this recent study: "Stemming the tide: Why women leave engineering" from two researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

Position Available: Project Manager, Communities Connect Network Project

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 10:12:55 -0700

The Project Manager for the Communities Connect Network Project provides critical administrative management for EdLab Group's Communities Connect Network Project, a two-year project funded by the Broadband Technology Opportunity Program of the Department of Commerce National Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA). This grant is part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

Washington STEM Check Presentation

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 15:24:48 -0800

We were excited to be in Pasco at Ochoa Middle School this morning to receive a $23,625 grant award from Washington STEM! The award will support two summer camps for girls and dissemination of the Augmented Reality curriculum statewide. More pictures and information to come!

Washington STEM

Mon, 7 Mar 2011 14:46:40 -0800

A nonprofit organization investing in programs to advance innovation in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education in Washington state. Inaugural grants announced in 5 days!

Urban schoolkids lag in science learning: study

Mon, 7 Mar 2011 14:44:48 -0800

According to Alan Friedman, former director for the New York Hall of Science, "Even for students who don't enter careers requiring some science competence, as citizens they will soon be involved in issues like climate change, energy policy and medical research."

Study Finds the Internet Makes Youth More Engaged Citizens

Tue, 1 Mar 2011 07:06:19 -0800

Two recent studies demonstrate that participation in online communities promotes more active civic engagement, both in youth and adults. Digital inclusion efforts have a wide array of benefits, this among the top.

Have We Grown Too Fond Of Technology?

Tue, 1 Mar 2011 07:05:26 -0800

"In her book Alone Together: Why We Expect More from Technology and Less from Each Other, Sherry Turkle examines our proclivity for robots, smart phones and social networks, and though far from suggesting we ditch technology, she wonders if we aren't losing out on human contact in the process."

Let's Create a 'Culture' for Technological Innovation

Tue, 1 Mar 2011 07:04:39 -0800

Insightful article written by the founder and organizer of the USA Science & Engineering Festival. EdLab Group programs support this work. We organized the GirlZone at the Festival and work with partners to engage kids in science and engineering. The energy and excitement at the Festival had great impact and we look forward to participating in 2012. Thanks for your leadership Larry!

Commerce's NTIA Unveils National Broadband Map and New Broadband Adoption Survey Results

Tue, 1 Mar 2011 07:03:27 -0800

"The Department of Commerce's National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) today unveiled the National Broadband Map -- the first public, searchable nationwide map of broadband Internet availability -- and the results of a new nationwide survey on broadband adoption."

Survey of online access finds digital divide

Tue, 1 Mar 2011 07:02:44 -0800

"A first-of-its-kind federal survey of online access found that Americans in lower-income and rural areas often have slower Internet connections than users in wealthier communities."

PBS Statement on the President's FY2012 Budget

Tue, 1 Mar 2011 07:01:54 -0800

Did you know that the federal funding that supports the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) is at risk? PBS features excellent educational programming for youth, like the fantastic SciGirls program. Voice your support for PBS by contacting your congressional representative and let them know PBS matters to you!

Sputnik Redux: Creating Science Fair Projects

Tue, 1 Mar 2011 07:00:31 -0800

"What is the 'Sputnik moment' to which President Obama referred in his State of the Union address, and how do educators place this comment in the context of science education? What questions and ideas do students have that can generate innovative science projects? In this lesson, students consider the current state of science fairs, explore the role of creativity and ingenuity in science, and develop science fair project proposals."

SciGirls: Tips for Encouraging Girls in STEM

Mon, 7 Feb 2011 21:06:22 -0800

EdLab Group's National Girls Collaborative Project is a partner with SciGirls. These tips are easy to implement and fun!

Discover Engineering Family Day

Mon, 7 Feb 2011 21:05:32 -0800

"The National Building Museum and the National Engineers Week Foundation invite you to debunk the myths of engineering and discover how professional engineers turn an idea into reality. Celebrate National Engineers Week by participating in this free, hands-on and fun-filled festival!"

Race to the Top High School Commencement Challenge!

Mon, 7 Feb 2011 21:03:36 -0800

Do you know of a public high school that is doing a great job preparing students for the 21st century workforce? Encourage them to apply for the 2011 Race to the Top Commencement Challenge!

Less than half of students proficient in science

Mon, 7 Feb 2011 21:02:07 -0800

"Very few students have the advanced skills that could lead to careers in science and technology, according to results of a national exam released Tuesday that education leaders called alarming."

Google Global Science Fair 2011

Mon, 7 Feb 2011 21:01:02 -0800

"Google is looking for the brightest, best young scientists from around the world to submit interesting, creative projects that are relevant to the world today."

Federal Resources for Educational Excellence

Mon, 7 Feb 2011 20:57:14 -0800

The 'FREE' (Federal Resources for Educational Excellence) site has a wide range of science-based tools, resources and curriculum. This NASA unit for students in 9 - 12 grades is just one example of what's available.

Scientist at Work, Notes from the Field | New York Times

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 16:28:47 -0800

A great resource for educators working to encourage student interest in science.

Girls Science Expo successes inspire more | Skokie Review

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 15:11:21 -0800

This successful Illinois conference for middle school girls was partially funded by a National Girls Collaborative Project mini-grant.

Subject Matters: Science has an image problem | www.cnn.com

Tue, 4 Jan 2011 20:48:26 -0800

"As science teachers try to educate the next generation of scientists in the United States, they worry about everything from a shortage of supplies for classroom experiments to their subject's nerdy image. Here are some of the challenges they face in their classrooms."

Facebook is Driving ICT Adoption in Africa | ICTWorks

Tue, 4 Jan 2011 20:43:56 -0800

"The consensus of group, marketing and technical experts at African ICT companies, was that Facebook was creating demand for their services. Current clients wanted faster Internet connectivity to download all the images and video sent their way via Facebook, and more technology (cameras, video & image editing software) to create content for their Facebook pages."

Leveraging Ed-Tech for Global Competitiveness | Digital Education | Education Week

Tue, 4 Jan 2011 20:39:19 -0800

According to James Shelton, assistant deputy secretary for innovation and improvement at the U.S. Department of Education, "the U.S. might be spending too much time weighing strategies for best practices instead of taking immediate action."

Project Coordinator/Compliance Coach Position Available

Tue, 4 Jan 2011 20:26:24 -0800

This position is focused on our new Communities Connect Network Project. The EdLab Group has received the Alfred P. Sloan Award for Business Excellence in Workplace Flexibility for the past four years.

Special Report - The State of Computer Science Education | CIOUpdate.com

Tue, 4 Jan 2011 20:24:19 -0800

‎"Even as the role of computing in society and the economy has grown rapidly, quality computer science education is being pushed out of the K-12 education system in the U.S., according to a recent report released by our association and the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA)."

Computer Science Ed Week - Events

Mon, 6 Dec 2010 10:59:47 -0800

It's Computer Science Ed Week from December 5 - 11. Click the link and find events near you!

Teachers' Views on Technology in the Classroom | Interactive Feature | NYTimes.com

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 13:31:57 -0800

The New York Times asked teachers to submit videos on how the use of technology has changed the way they teach.

GIrl Scouts From Across the State Attend Engineering Conference at UMaine - WABI TV5

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 17:39:41 -0800

This University of Maine engineering conference was partially funded by a National Girls Collaborative Project (NGCP) mini-grant!

EdLab Group Welcomes Laura Lutz

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 17:34:10 -0800

The EdLab Group has hired Laura Lutz as the new Chief Project Officer. Laura will oversee EdLab Group's Digital Inclusion projects. Welcome Laura!

Study points to uncertainty of K-12 engineering standards

Wed, 3 Nov 2010 19:01:45 -0800

EdLab Group is partnering with the Center for Innovation in Engineering and Science Education on a National Science Foundation ITEST Scale-Up project focused on underwater robotics. See what their Executive Director, Elizabeth McGrath, has to say about K-12 engineering standards.

Dogwood GEMS Club Attends USA Science and Engineering Festival

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Thanks to a grant from the National Girls Collaborative Project urban school children from Reston, Virginia were able to attend the USA Science & Engineering Festival in Washington, DC. Fifty girls in grades 3 - 6 who are members of Dogwood Elementary's GEMS Club (Girls Excelling in Math and Science) packed a lunch and headed for the festival.

At the festival the girls experienced many hands-on activities lead by the biggest names in science - NOAA, EPA, National Geographic, the Smithsonian, to name just a few. It was such an exciting day! The girls learned about fossils, chemistry, aeronautics, robotics and came back wanting to know more.

A dozen chaperones also attended and as parents of girls who are enthusiastic about math and science, they were able to learn more about career opportunities. When asked how Nikayla enjoyed the day, her only response was, "I'm going back tomorrow!" And she did!

Recommendations from a July 19 Convening to Shape Recommendations to the EDUCATE TO INNOVATE CAMPAIGN

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Read the report from the July 19th convening to shape recommendations to the 'Educate to Innovate' campaign. EDUCATE TO INNOVATE CAMPAIGN to Increase the Participation and Performance of Girls and Women

National Telecommunications and Information Administration

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0800

EdLab Group is excited to continue working with Idaho and Wyoming to advance their statewide broadband initiatives. NTIA is the President's principal adviser on telecommunications and information policy.

Video Games Win a Beachhead in the Classroom

Sun, 19 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0800

Today's NY Times Magazine is devoted to education and technology. In the article "Learning by Playing: Video Games in the Classroom," students become engaged in learning by designing and building video games.

EdLab Group has received a $4.1 million Broadband Technology Opportunity Program Grant

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0800

EdLab Group has received a $4.1 million Broadband Technology Opportunity Program grant from the Department of Commerce NTIA to help public computing centers improve broadband adoption rates, workforce preparation, digital literacy, access to education, justice resources, and training.

Rising to the Challenge

Thu, 2 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0800

There is considerable variation in Hispanic graduation rates across schools with similar admissions criteria. This report explores why some colleges are more successful than others in helping Hispanic students earn degrees.

NASA collaboration encourages young women to pursue science

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 13:23:09 -0700

NASA is collaborating with recording artist Mary J. Blige to encourage girls and young women to pursue careers by studying science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

More Faces of Women and Girls in STEM | The White House

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:58:29 -0700

Last week, representatives from national organizations that are focused on increasing participation and performance of women and girls in STEM fields held a meeting in Washington, DC to develop recommendations to help improve "Educate to Innovate." Click to learn more about the top 10 strategies for improving girls' participation in STEM and a quote from EdLab Group CEO and National Girls Collaborative Project Principal Investigator Karen Peterson!

It Takes Collaboration and Innovation to "Score"

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 11:56:33 -0700

By staying innovative, communicating clearly and creating a more streamlined method of measuring impact across sectors, together we can advance the national STEM agenda.

Google Earth for Educators

Fri, 23 Jul 2010 11:54:02 -0700

Like Google Earth? It's a fun tool, but it's also great for learning about the world. Learn all the tips and tricks for using Google Earth as a teaching tool in the new Google Earth for Educators Community.

Gap narrows, boys still outscore girls in math and science

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 11:52:39 -0700

In an era when women are increasingly prominent in medicine, law and business, why are so few becoming scientists and engineers? A new study released by Duke University this week shows many important interlocking factors surrounding the debate on the underrepresentation of women in STEM fields.

Robotis Teaching Humans

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 11:51:59 -0700

Scientists have been developing machines that can teach basic things to humans.

Facebook Offers Scholarship to Female Computer Science Students | WebProNews

Fri, 9 Jul 2010 11:50:49 -0700

Facebook is offering five scholarships to the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing Conference to women, due July 31st.

Bringing America Up to Speed: States’ Role in Expanding Broadband

Thu, 8 Jul 2010 11:49:56 -0700

Only 65% of Americans have broadband access at home. This Pew report examines how states are improving broadband access.

EdLab Group recieves 2010 Alfred P. Sloan Award for Business Excellence in Workplace Flexibility

Tue, 6 Jul 2010 11:49:02 -0700

ast week, EdLab Group received our 2010 Alfred P. Sloan Award for Business Excellence in Workplace Flexibility at a luncheon hosted by the Greater Seattle Area Chamber of Commerce. This marks the third year in a row the EdLab Group has received this prestigious award!

U.S. Broadband Numbers Don't Lie, Just Confuse

Sat, 3 Jul 2010 11:47:43 -0700

Tech gurus debate the potential of the internet

Thu, 1 Jul 2010 11:45:54 -0700

In this video, Dr Aleks Krotoski reminds us that the "digital divide" is still an issue.

BBC News - Finland makes broadband a 'legal right'

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 11:45:04 -0700

With the first law worldwide to make broadband access a legal right, the Finnish government has recognized "the role of the internet in Finns everyday life. Internet services are no longer just for entertainment."

Can Legislation Fix the U.S. Science Gender Gap? - Newsweek

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 11:44:23 -0700

Where will America's Science, Technology and Engineering Saviors come from?

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 11:43:45 -0700

STEM Education Can Help Prevent the Next Disaster

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 11:42:37 -0700

This article suggests that it is time to "connect the dots for students between learning math and science now, and using it later on to solve real-world problems."

Call to Action: Finding Heroes in Science and Engineering

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 11:42:02 -0700

This article talks about the USA Science & Engineering Festival and the Expo on the National Mall in Washington, DC on October 23-24. The National Girls Collaborative Project will be one of 500 participating science and engineering organizations. There will be hands-on, fun science activities to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers!

EdLab Group is involved in helping to improve broadband access in Washington State. Presentations and notes from the state's broadband summit are now available on their web site.

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 11:40:48 -0700

What do you think? Are teens leading the way on how we will communicate?

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 11:34:20 -0700

Maine Women's Fund to award $5,000 grants

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 11:33:34 -0700

"The Maine Women's Fund partnered with the Maine Girls' Collaborative, an extension of the National Girls' Collaborative Project, which serves to create gender equity in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), to award $5,000 in social change grants to five girls programs promoting lasting social change in Maine."

Have you heard about the NGCP Collaboration Conference? Washington DC, October 21-22, 2010

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 11:32:11 -0700

BBC News - US debates its broadband future

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 11:29:20 -0700

"People are leaving the passive world of TV for the interactive world of online. It might be bad for ad revenue, but it’s not so bad for humanity. Author Clay Shirky says our online time has created a Cognitive Surplus."

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 11:25:30 -0700

Teens getting creative with Web 2.0 tools: Multi-dimensional way of communicating is evolving

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 11:25:08 -0700

Another great benefit of technology... telecommuting! A new study from BYU shows more job satisfaction with flexible work hours. Does your company allow telecommuting?

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 11:23:47 -0700

Do you schedule a day off from technology? The NYTimes Room for Debate forum discuss the pros and cons of our ever increasing digital connectivity.

Tue, 8 Jun 2010 11:23:14 -0700

View the e-version of the new National Girls Collaborative Project brochure (PDF)

Mon, 7 Jun 2010 11:18:56 -0700

SeaBots: Dive into Science

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 11:18:31 -0700

SeaBots: Dive into Science, a one-week science camp for middle school girls! Campers will solve real-world scenarios in underwater discovery using LEGO Mindstorms™. They will design, build and deploy Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) to explore a coral reef, investigate a sunken ship, and collect samples from the water...y depths! Interactive hands-on activities will facilitate the understanding of computer programming concepts, basic principles of physics, and what it means to be a mechanical engineer or a computer scientist in marine research. Women scientists will visit the camp to share their stories and enthusiasm for robotics with the girls. The camp will be held at Edmonds Community College from July 12-16.

One of the reasons why ubiquitous broadband is important: telemedicine.

Tue, 1 Jun 2010 11:16:17 -0700

The National Council of La Raza (NCLR) and the Population Reference Bureau recently released a data book "America's Future: Latino Child Well-Being in Numbers and Trends" and it is available as a free download on their site. It includes demographic, socioeconomic, health, language and education data.

Tue, 1 Jun 2010 11:14:05 -0700

Woman Pilots of WWII

Mon, 31 May 2010 11:13:05 -0700

In honor of Memorial Day, the Today Show broadcast a great segment on the women pilots of WWII. This spring, Women Airforce Service Pilots were finally recognized for their service in WWII when they were awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor; "No longer a missing chapter in the history of WWII, in the history of the Air Force, in the history of aviation, in the history of America." "They learned physics, meteorology, how to build a plane engine. They flew more than a thousand hours in every model plane. Even taught the men how to fly."

Encouraging Girls in Math and Science

Fri, 28 May 2010 11:12:21 -0700

The Department of Commerce's Internet Policy Task Force is conducting a comprehensive review of the nexus between privacy policy and innovation in the Internet economy.

Thu, 27 May 2010 11:10:51 -0700

"Why does the presence of women in the sciences seem to lag, especially in the U.S., where women have been told for years that they can do whatever they want?"

Wed, 26 May 2010 11:10:30 -0700

Who's the biggest technology company?

Wed, 26 May 2010 11:08:47 -0700

Fresh Air Interview: Journalist Amy Schatz, 'Net Neutrality: Who's In Charge Of The Internet?'

Wed, 26 May 2010 11:08:00 -0700

Facebook to announce changes after privacy settings backlash

Wed, 26 May 2010 11:07:29 -0700

Study suggests that IT has an "enabling and empowering role," especially for women.

Mon, 24 May 2010 10:47:52 -0700

The Most Influential Women in Technology

Mon, 24 May 2010 10:47:14 -0700

Nominations are now open for the 3rd annual Women Tech Awards

Fri, 21 May 2010 10:46:34 -0700

Nominations are now open for the 3rd annual Women Tech Awards presented by the Women Tech Council. The Women Tech Awards will recognize technology-focused women who are driving innovation, influencing technology companies, and are passionate about the community. Please nominate your peers, colleagues, or other notable ...women.

Reclaim the Media continues to advocate for Net Neutrality. Read more about their latest efforts:

Thu, 20 May 2010 10:45:30 -0700

Commentary: Why no women-owned companies presenting at Capital Connection?

Tue, 18 May 2010 10:44:20 -0700

BBC News - Technology linked to happiness, study claims

Sun, 16 May 2010 10:43:55 -0700

The open Web vs the social Web

Sat, 15 May 2010 10:43:02 -0700

What Men And Women Are Doing On Facebook

Thu, 13 May 2010 10:41:25 -0700

FCC To Redefine How It Regulates Broadband

Wed, 12 May 2010 10:39:52 -0700

"Internet regulation: Public interest groups want more; Internet companies want less."

Teens and Their Mobile Phones / Flowtown (@flowtown)

Wed, 5 May 2010 10:37:34 -0700

How are teens using their cell phones?

The Gender Gap In Tech: Why Mentors Matter

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 10:37:03 -0700

NTEN is hosting a discussion about Net Neutrality and Nonprofits on 04/28/2010 - 11:00am. The webinar is free. Registration required.

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 10:35:47 -0700

Digital gains changing our brains, especially young ones

Wed, 14 Apr 2010 10:33:37 -0700

"Stand down: "Digital immigrants" don't require digital minutemen to patrol any borders."

TechREACH plans underwater robotics camp

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 10:31:35 -0700

TechREACH is planning a week-long summer camp on Underwater LEGO Robotics to keep girls engaged in science and technology. The program will engage campers in the world of underwater discovery as they use LEGO Mindstorms (TM) to create working Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs). This camp is designed for middle school girls. For more information, contact trinfo@techreachclubs.org.

New Survey Finds American Girls Express Interest in Sciences but aren’t Sure How to Get There

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 10:30:04 -0700

"WASHINGTON - (Business Wire) Faced with increasing competition across the globe, politicians, pundits and the private sector have sounded the alarm that a reinvigorated focus must be urgently applied to American STEM education (science, technology, engineering and math). Lacking that effort, many have predicted that America’s next generation will fall behind the economic and innovation curve, a scenario that could directly impact basic quality of life standards. "

Why are so few women in science and engineering fields?

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 10:27:22 -0700

In an era when women are increasingly prominent in medicine, law and business, why are so few women in science and engineering fields? A new research report by AAUW (the American Association of University Women) funded by the National Science Foundation presents compelling evidence that can help to explain this question. Why So Few? Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics presents eight recent research findings that point to important environmental and social barriers -- including stereotypes, gender bias and the climate of science and engineering departments in colleges and universities- that continue to block women’s participation and progress in science, technology, engineering, and math. Read about Why So Few? in the New York Times.

Huffington Post mentions NGCP

Mon, 8 Mar 2010 10:26:21 -0700

The National Girls Collaborative Project is mentioned in an article on the Huffington Post. A Woman, an Idea and a Network Can Change the World, by Eileen Sweeney and Leslie Collins

International Woman's Day

Mon, 8 Mar 2010 10:23:06 -0700

International women's day: Which nation has smallest pay gap for women?

EdLab helps raise awareness about NSF projects

Sun, 7 Mar 2010 10:21:08 -0700

Jeanne Chowning, Maureen Munn, and Karen Peterson visit the Washington state congressional delegation to raise awareness about our National Science Foundation-funded projects.

YouTube turns on auto-captioning technology

Thu, 4 Mar 2010 10:19:59 -0700

Google announced that YouTube is turning on its auto-captioning technology to all users. The company is trying to make the service more accessible to everyone.

A Comprehensive Approach to Success in Education and Careers for Out-of-School Youth

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 10:15:46 -0700

"The Community Education Pathways to Success (CEPS) model targets out-of-school youth who have expressed interest in earning a GED by addressing low literacy and math skills through an integration of youth development, social supports, and career-related services. The CEPS model, in partnership with community-based organizations, supports participants through completing their education, entering college, finding working, and contributing to their communities. This forum will provide an overview of the model, discuss results from a recently released evaluation, and provide recommendations for policy. "

The unique diversity of Silicon Valley is not reflected in the region's tech workplaces - and the disparity is only growing worse.

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 10:13:35 -0700

Blacks, Latinos and women lose ground at Silicon Valley tech companies

Scratch@MIT

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 10:11:12 -0700

"Come to Scratch@MIT and explore the ideas, applications, and joys of Scratch."

How Social Gaming is Improving Education

Sun, 14 Feb 2010 10:10:05 -0700

"For decades, educators have been scrambling to find better ways to prepare students for the real world. It began with the mildly apocalyptic government report, A Nation at Risk..."

What do you think the next generation should be called?

Tue, 9 Feb 2010 10:08:54 -0700

EdLab Group wants to know - what do you think the next generation should be called? According to psychologist Larry Rosen of California State University-Dominguez Hills, they are the 'iGeneration' because of their technology-dominated life experiences. You can read more about it here:

EdLab Group has applied to the Digital Media and Learning Competition

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 10:06:57 -0700

EdLab Group has applied to the Digital Media and Learning Competition supported by the MacArthur Foundation. You can review our idea for an online, interactive Youth Design Lab and provide feedback here:

EdLab launches new initiative

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:05:44 -0700

EdLab Group has launched a new initiative focused on digital inclusion. Check out our site for more information!

Learn more about National Lab Day

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 10:03:32 -0700

learn more about National Lab Day, 'a national barn-raising for hands-on learning.' "Volunteers -- university students, scientists, engineers, other STEM professionals and, more broadly, members of the community -- will work together with educators and students to improve labs and discovery-based science experiences for students in grades 6-12. In the first week of May, 2010 we will celebrate this collaboration with National Lab Day activities across the country."

Educate to Innovate campaign

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 09:59:24 -0700

President Obama has launched an "Educate to Innovate" campaign to improve the participation and performance of America's students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

Women are missing out on some of the best career opportunities

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 09:57:19 -0700

University of Washington assistant professor Sapna Cheryan and colleagues claim women are missing out on some of "the best career opportunities" and that "computer science is missing out on female perspectives."

EdLab Group: Press Release: Tenth Anniversary Celebration

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:54:24 -0700

Lynnwood, WA - On Sunday, December 6, 2009, the Puget Sound Center for Teaching, Learning and Technology celebrated 10 years of providing innovative programs and services. The celebration was held at the Museum of Flight to highlight the organization's focus on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).

Puget Sound Center for Teaching, Learning and Technology 10 Year Anniversary

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:49:46 -0700

On Sunday, December 6, the Puget Sound Center for Teaching, Learning and Technology celebrated 10 years of providing innovative programs and services. The celebration was held at the Museum of Flight to highlight the organization's focus on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Karen Peterson, Executive Director, announced the launch of the Center's new name, EdLab Group. The new name more accurately represents the global nature of projects and services currently offered across the United States and in 48 countries.