Charlotte, NC –Tennessee Hardeman County Schools (HCS) today announced a new phase in its partnership with the global leader in educational technology Discovery education that is bringing new digital resources to students across the district. Through this new collaboration, HCS teachers and students will have access to a suite of award-winning digital products that prepare students for college and careers and fuel their inherent curiosity in STEM (Science, technology, Engineering and Mathematics) and all the other subjects. .
Located in southwest Tennessee, HCS' approximately 250 educators serve nearly 3,300 students daily, providing them with a high-quality education in a safe, respectful and inclusive environment that lays the foundation for lifelong learning. These foundations include academics, social-emotional skills, technological competencies, and professional awareness.
To support this mission, HCS sought a set of flexible, standards-aligned digital learning resources that were easy to integrate into instruction and had a proven track record of engaging students in STEM education and sparking curiosity across the board. subjects. After careful review of available resources, HCS selected the following products for use in district classrooms:
Discovery education Experience. The Discovery Education Experience will now be available in all elementary and middle school classrooms in the district. By connecting educators to a broad collection of high-quality, standards-aligned content, ready-to-use digital lessons, intuitive activity and quiz creation tools, and professional learning resources, the Discovery Education Experience provides an enhanced learning platform that makes it easier engaging instruction in any environment. These resources, sourced from trusted partners, are aligned with state and national standards and help educators bring the outside world into teaching and learning every day. Through expanded and long-standing partnerships with Microsoft Teams, Google Classroom, Schoology, Canvas, Brightspace, and Clever, integrating Discovery Education's K-12 learning platform into existing information technology architecture is easier than ever.
STEM Connection. STEM Connect, an interdisciplinary K-8 resource that combines dynamic digital content with ready-to-use lessons and hands-on activities, enhances core curriculum and cultivates valuable design thinking skills that prepare students for the future. STEM Connect is intentionally integrated across disciplines and provides all the resources needed to present real-world challenges to students. Together, these resources provide educators with a set of powerful tools with which they can create opportunities for critical thinking and problem solving.
Educational Discovery Coding. With Discovery Education Coding, elementary and middle school students are inspired to learn important coding concepts as they develop computational thinking skills through decomposition, logical reasoning, and problem solving. Based in part on the award-winning Discovery Education Coding service used by teachers across the UK, the US version of Coding features a wide range of resources that help students take coding from concept to reality.
These new digital solutions will be used in conjunction with Mysterious Science by Discovery Educationwhich is currently available at Middleton Elementary School.
“We believe that providing all students with a rich background in STEM education is critical to promoting college and career readiness,” said Michelle Howell, instructional supervisor for Hardeman County Schools. “Discovery Education's new cutting-edge digital resources coming to our classrooms will engage our students in STEM and all other subjects in a new and interesting way. “Our educators look forward to integrating these new resources into classroom activities.”
Additionally, all HCS educators using Discovery Education solutions will receive dedicated professional development from Discovery Education's team of professional learning experts. These learning opportunities for teachers help schools recognize the full return on their educational technology investment. Through Discovery Education's interactive professional development sessions, participants will learn best practices for integrating their new digital resources into instruction. Effective professional development increases student engagement in learning and supports the continued academic development of all students.
Additionally, HCS educators enjoy access to the Educational Discovery Network. Discovery Education Network, a global community of education professionals, connects members across school systems and around the world through social media, virtual conferences, and in-person events, fostering the exchange of valuable ideas and inspiration.
“Discovery Education is proud to support Hardeman County Schools' work to provide all students with a strong foundation in STEM and other subjects that lead to college and career readiness,” said Kim McCullough, Discovery Account Executive. Education. “The district's efforts to provide students with dynamic, reliable digital resources and teachers with meaningful professional learning that drives the return on this educational technology investment creates powerful learning experiences that prepare all students for life beyond school.” graduation. “We look forward to continuing to support Hardeman County Schools as they prepare students to thrive in a rapidly changing world.”
For more information about Discovery Education prize Visit of digital resources and professional learning solutions. www.discoveryeducation.com and stay connected with Discovery Education on social media via X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, instagram, Tik Tokand Facebook.
About discovery education
Discovery Education is the global educational technology leader whose next-generation digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place. Through its award-winning multimedia content, educational supports, innovative classroom tools, and social impact initiatives, Discovery Education helps educators deliver equitable learning experiences that engage all students and support higher academic achievement on a global scale. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5 million educators and 45 million students worldwide, and its resources are accessed in more than 100 countries and territories. Inspired by global media company Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. Discovery Education partners with districts, states, and trusted organizations to empower teachers with leading educational technology solutions that support the success of all students. Explore the future of education in www.discoveryeducation.com.
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