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Access to technology allows students “to be exposed to a plethora of resources and supplements beyond the textbook,” Attallah says.

Art teacher Lourdes Fuller firmly believes art class is a lab. The design cycle, she argues, is very much like the STEM process.

Renee Dawson plays the role of "tech fairy godmother" by helping teachers incorporate tech into their curricula.

From novice to expert techie, 4 cross-curriculum lessons for diverse learners. It’s no secret that students seize the opportunity to use technology in the classroom. But for educators, the appeal of tech-based learning is a little different. Technology allows students to progress at their own pace while keeping them engaged with the work. With students learning independently, educators have the freedom to interact with students one-on-one, guiding their individual learning. G

Innovative augmented reality and virtual reality apps that are a perfect addition to any classroom curriculum. Are you a teacher looking for educational apps to help your students learn in innovative ways? Are you eager to incorporate more technology into the classroom but not sure where to start? Interactive, augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) apps could be the answer as they help teach STEM concepts using engaging methods. These five educational apps are the pe

Brenda Rios Brombacher earned a full scholarship from Verizon as a teenager; now she pays it forward.

In the Verizon Lab, students knock down bowling pins using robots, which they learn to operate through coding and apps.

Using a green screen and a microphone, students create videos in the style of public service announcements but with middle school flair.

“I have found children who never found success in anything else and now they are technology leaders.”

Students at a Verizon middle school credit their educators with helping them succeed in class and inspiring future careers.

A 2021 survey revealed that 85% of students who took part in Verizon STEM Achievers said they program made learning more interesting.

Austin Middle School has begun to address the countless ways in which tech can create a more accessible classroom.

Tenth grader utilizes Mapper’s Delight learning app to combine his love of music with STEM.

CODA Apple TV+ movie is huge for the Deaf community.

President Biden issued an executive order last week to promote competition in the American economy. But does it go far enough?

My daughter’s rare reverse-slope hearing loss (RSHL) elicits awkward encounters with strangers.

Having a "Yes Day" with your kids can be fun and beneficial. Here's how to make it happen.

The deaf and hard-of-hearing community remains on the fringes of society. Published in Shondaland (March 2021).

Speaking out against racism may cause conflict, but it’s needed. Published in Shondaland (March 2021).

Healthy, 40-year-old receives a Covid-19 vaccine during Phase 1. Published in Business Insider Premium (March 2021).

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While nearly half of the men interviewed claim that they are doing most of the homeschooling; 3% of women agree.

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New menu at Fowl & Fodder Downtown approaches local fare with homestyle goodness. Fowl & Fodder Downtown 614 Adams St., Toledo Mon. -...

I’ve heard many people lament that the holidays will look different this year with social distancing and COVID-19. While I feel for all...

Bombay Kitchen: Indian Street Food 5228 Monroe St., Toledo 419.214.1790 Sun-Thur: 11AM-9PM Fri-Sat: 11AM-10PM bombaykitchen419.com In a...

It’s a well-known story: women put aside their hopes and dreams to raise a family. As men statistically make more than women-- women make...

Jay Weik, founder and executive director of Toledo Mindfulness Institute (TMI), discovered meditation as a young child. He doesn’t recall...

McKenna Reitz, teacher and mother, on her battle with alopecia. McKenna Reitz, who has completely lost her hair, says that she is...

Joy Hajjar reveals the journey that put their 10-year-old on the heart transplant list. Joy Hajjar is a bit of a modern-day Mary Poppins....

A variety of yoga studios in Toledo provide a practice space for many sorts of yogi. Originally published in Toledo City Paper, May 2018....

News anchor/reporter, mom, wife and community advocate Melissa Andrews on juggling work and life. Every now and then you meet a...

Toledo couple Jason Finn and Jeni Belt face the hurdles of a sudden spinal injury that resulted in paralysis from the neck down. The...

Kids yoga provides physical exercise while also teaching kids techniques to help them listen to their bodies and start to manage their...

Your child won't lose the skills learned over the school years if you creatively incorporate learning into a playful setting over the...

Mindfulness and meditation can decrease stress/anxiety, increase focus, boost compassion and help kids with self-awareness. Photo by Mary...

While today’s society encourages pregnant moms to take it easy and eat to their heart’s content, new moms are also expected to drop the...

Motherhood exalts the beauty of childbirth and the joys of a newborn, but many new mothers fail to mention another common reality:...

Everybody feels they have the right to comment on a woman's body when she becomes pregnant. If you can't hold your tongue, here is a list...

The Meyers faced a long and volatile adoption journey, but in the end, a perfect little girl from China was placed in their Toledo...

Physical exercise and sports hold numerous benefits for kids; choose one that fits your child and can grow with him over the years....

Knowing when to wait for a child to outgrow an issue and when to seek help can be a daunting task, but too much help is better than too...

Accidental drowning is the number one cause of death for children under 4. One Toledo woman fights to teach kids how to swim after losing...

Teenage suicide is on the rise, and everyone wants to blame social media and bullying. But are they really the culprits? One of the...

Is technology the reason parenting styles have changed so dramatically over the last two decades? We’ve all heard or said the equivalent...

With kindergarten curriculum becoming increasingly rigorous, more and more parents are deciding to hold their children back a year,...

The start of the school year is simultaneously exciting and nerve-wracking--both for students and parents alike--but being fully prepared...