STEM COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS is a series of conversations for teachers, school officials, community leaders and the many others impacted by school closures and virtual learning. Embracing the ecosystem way, these gatherings will provide a space and time for leaders to share common challenges, ideas and resources. Conversations will revolve around successful models and new ideas to support STEM learning experiences during and beyond this time of social distancing.
Past Conversations
Race, America and COVID-19
Brookings’ Fellow, Dr. Rashawn Ray and STEM and Community Expert, Dr. Calvin Mackie, discuss race, equity and access during the global pandemic. COVID-19 has only magnified America’s historical, structural racism. Join a conversation about addressing equity gaps now and identify ideas for thriving as unified communities post-pandemic. Watch the Conversation …
Watch This WebinarNever Let a Crisis Go to Waste – A Discussion with Dr. Yong Zhao
Yong Zhao is a brilliant mind, pushing us to think more deeply about education. Since the onset of the COVID-19 crisis, Dr. Zhao has published numerous blogs challenging us to use this time to reconsider what’s worth teaching and to reassess our global interconnectedness. Join the inspirational Dr. Yong Zhao …
Watch This WebinarCONNECTING THE UNCONNECTED: Strategies for Ecosystems
Join Vinton Cerf -the man who co-invented the Internet and Google’s Chief Evangelist – and other leading connectivity experts in a practical discussion about how to get millions of students – living in homes with no broadband access – online. Speakers include: David A. Bray, Atlantic Council Bill Callahan, National …
Watch This WebinarSupporting Families and COVID-19: We’ve Got to Get This Right
By Linda Kekelis and Ron Ottinger These are challenging times as we deal with the COVID-19 health crisis and disruptions in work, schools, and community affairs. Social relationships are more important than ever while we maintain safe distance. We thank you for your efforts to adjust and find new ways …
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