Sphero Blog
Using Screens to Build a Better Toolkit
A recent Ipsos Mori survey shows that shared screen time is up 37% year-over-year, though my personal experience would put that number far higher. Needing to find a way to work and parent from home full time has turned this into a necessary tool in my arsenal. Even the woman who wrote the book on screen time is changing her tune.
Sphero's ISTE 2020 Live Calendar of Events
Welcome to Sphero’s calendar of virtual events for ISTE 2020 Live! We hope you plan to join us in our virtual booth this year. We have exciting products, a brand new global competition, and blended learning resources we’re excited to share in 2020.
A Parent’s Guide to Introducing STEM at Home
Are you interested in introducing STEM activities to your children? By introducing these educational activities at an early age, you can help form foundations for future careers and build up valuable 21st Century Skills. With more children homeschooling or distance learning, STEM at home has become a priority.
19 STEM Projects for Virtual Learning and 21st Century Skills
With the pandemic changing how many students are being educated — including hybrid learning environments becoming the new normal — how can you be sure your remote learners are getting the education they need while learning from home? Enter virtual STEM projects.
What is National STEM/STEAM Day? Here are Five Ways to Celebrate.
There's no debate that STEM and STEAM skills are integral in children's education. That's why every November 8 since 2015, National STEM/STEAM Day illuminates the fields of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. Encouraging children to advance in these fields will crucially support the backbone of the country — and its future.
11 Reasons Why Professional Development for Teachers is Critical
As a teacher, you know that in order to be a successful educator, you yourself can never stop learning. This is true in most professions, but learning for teachers is especially important. Why? Because the love of learning is contagious. As teachers learn new skills they pass that knowledge on to their students who ultimately succeed. It’s truly a win-win!
Five Fun, Enriching STEM Gifts for Kids
Looking for the perfect STEM gift for your special kid? We’ve got you covered with our fun, hands-on educational robots and STEM kits so that you can give the gift of learning all year-round.
9 Recess Games for Social Distancing with Sphero
If your child is new to hybrid learning due to the pandemic, there is one simple (but necessary) educational program that could be lost while learning from home: recess.
7 Misconceptions About Introducing Computer Science to your Classroom
Whether you’re a computer science teacher or a teacher who is looking to implement a STEM program in your school, we have several tips and ideas to help you build a strong case for STEM and computer science.
Social-Emotional Learning Activities to Integrate Into Your Hybrid Classroom
Social-emotional learning (SEL) has been on the minds of parents and teachers for years, and for good reason. With social and emotional learning incorporated into everyday curriculums, children are better equipped to do things like manage conflicting emotions or adapt to environmental changes as they grow into adulthood.
Sphero’s Guide to STEM Education Funding
If you’re an educator interested in starting a STEM education program at your school, you may find yourself wondering where and how to get funding for it. When it comes to incorporating STEM into the classroom, support can come from a surprising number of sources -- and sometimes, all you have to do is ask. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of resources to help drive innovative tech adoption in your classroom.
How to Create a Successful Hybrid Learning Environment: 4 Questions Every Teacher Needs to Answer
As a teacher, your students’ hybrid classroom learning environment is essential for their educational success. From classroom design to the structure of your curriculum, there are many factors for educators to consider when creating comprehensive in-person and virtual learning spaces.
