How can you supplement your child's learning at home? Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi talk about ways to practice writing skills with games, journaling and more. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36267]

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Supporting Your Child's Writing Skills

How can you supplement your child's learning at home? Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi talk about simple ways you can build math skills into everyday activities. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36244]

Supporting Your Child's Math Skills

How can you supplement your child's learning at home? Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi talk about simple ways you can encourage a love of reading while nurturing comprehension skills. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36206]

Supporting Your Child's Reading Skills

The college admissions process can be overwhelming for high school students. Steven Mercer, EdD offers advice on how parents can help their soon to be grads effectively navigate the paperwork, feelings, challenges, and expectations. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36208]

Advice for Parents Part 1: The College Application Process

Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi share how to turn your child's interests into opportunities for learning. From DIY kits to asking questions, there are many ways to engage your child with simple projects around your home and neighborhood. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36204]

Creating Simple Projects and Adventures for Your Child

How can we make the college admission process more student focused? From filling out FAFSA forms to demystifying the application reviews, so much can be done to help students achieve their higher education goals. Angel B Pérez, PhD, CEO of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), shares his perspectives on the opportunities for change, support, and growth. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36125]

Rethinking the College Admissions Process

It is never too early - or too late - to talk to your child about potential careers. Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Asssisi share how to help K-12 students see all the possibilities available and how to incorporate exposure to new career paths in day to day activities. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36127]

Careers and Kids: Helping Them Explore the World of Work

Social distancing is not something kids are used to. How can we help them understand why it is important and how to visualize staying 6 feet apart? Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi share tips to help K-12 kids follow safety protocols while still connecting with friends and family. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36094]

Helping Kids Understand Social Distancing Practices

Fall of 2020 is full of uncertainty. Many college students are considering taking a gap year. Though it may sound like just a year away from the classroom, through thoughtful planning, students can find many experiential learning opportunities. Find out how gap year programs are operating during COVID-19, how to find programs that fit your needs, and hear from a current gap year student. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36091]

Making the Most of a Gap Year

Nurturing creativity has become critical as the pandemic has forced educators as well as students to change their approach to learning. A panel of Apple Distinguished Educators shares how they have adapted their practices to create effective learning environments, develop supportive peer communities, and embrace flexibility. Hear how they are addressing the mental toll of online life, how creativity can help students cope, and how educators can find creative inspiration in unlikely places. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36128]

Creativity in Uncertain Times: The Educator's Perspective

Reading with kids helps them build vocabulary, curiosity, and so much more. Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi share strategies to help kids engage with books, activate their critical thinking skills, and develop a lifelong love of learning. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36093]

Reading With Your Kids

Are you thinking of loading up the family truckster and heading out on a summer road trip? Educators Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi have some tips and tricks to make your vacation a success. From fun road games to the best apps, learn how to prep and plan for life on the open road with kids. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36072]

Road Trip Hacks

The process of applying to college can be daunting. How can students get the support they need and access to the schools they want to attend? Common App aims to help simplify the process and even the playing field for all students. Scott Anderson discusses how Common App works, what the landscape of student and counselor support looks like during the pandemic, public policy, and more. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36080]

Access Equity and Integrity in College Admissions

How do you get your kids talking? Educators Kris Lambert and Teri Gabler share everyday ways parents can engage kids in conversations. Learn how to communicate in ways that encourage strategic and creative thinking. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 35997]

Connecting with Kids: Activities to Spark Communication Imagination and Fun - Part 3

With campuses closed due to COVID-19, the usual process of college admissions has been disrupted. Lisa Prsekop, director of admissions at UC Santa Barbara shares the creative ways universities are connecting with admitted students such as virtual tours and outreach. She also gives insight into the application review process and how the new rules about standardized test requirements impact students. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36049]

The UC Application and Admission Process During COVID-19

The STEAM Channel is a hub for educators, industry leaders, policy makers and students looking for research and best practices in integrating arts into traditional STEM education. Talks, demonstrations, and documentaries showcase the value of adding the A to STEM. Visit: uctv.tv/steam.