
Industry Insights
Welcome to Pink Space Theory's Industry News page, your go-to source for the latest updates and insights in STEM news and STEAM education in Northern Virginia. Here, we cover exciting developments, innovative practices, and inspiring stories in the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Explore how our STEM classes for kids are making an impact
WHY IS COLLABORATION SO IMPORTANT FOR STUDENTS?
As the 21st century moves forward, it has become apparent that our ways of educating students in the past are no longer as relevant as perhaps they once were. Employers have told us time…
THE BENEFITS OF MAKERSPACES
Makerspaces are a vast asset in education as they allow people to become more than consumers of technology. Instead, these spaces allow people …
USING THE POWER OF COMIC STRIPS TO PROTECT MARINE WILDLIFE
The United Nations has proclaimed the theme for 2019 World Wildlife Day occurring on March 3, 2019, is "Life Below Water: For people and planet”…
CELEBRATING THE YEAR OF THE BIRD IN YOUR CLASSROOM
2019 has been named the Year of the Bird. STEM teachers around the world can get students excited about birds without leaving their classrooms…
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TO BUILD WATER TOWER AT MILWAUKEE ZOO
High school students in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, county school districts are participating in a unique STEAM project, and it will be a real blessing to the local zoo. Students…
LET IT SNOW, LET IT SNOW
Depending on where you live, dealing with snow may be an unavoidable hassle on your daily commute, so why not make the best of it by bringing it into the classroom with you? No two snowflakes are alike. This is common knowledge. But do you know the story behind how it was discovered? Wilson “Snowflake” Bentley was a pioneer in the science of snow…
CODING IN THE NEW YEAR
Maybe you’ve already decided on a personal New Year’s resolution, but have you chosen a professional one? This is a perfect time to commit to introducing coding into your curriculum. We understand that incorporating new technology can feel overwhelming when you’re just learning about it yourself…
WHAT STEAM TECHNOLOGY IS ON YOUR HOLIDAY WISH LIST?
There are only 7 days left to shop before Christmas! While you’re scrambling to grab those last-minute gifts for your loved ones, don’t forget to pick up one for your class (and yourself). Breathe some life back into your STEAM programming with a new piece of technology to share. Check out a few of the items on our wish list…
STEAM FOR CHRISTMAS
The holiday season is upon us! The children are filled with joy, laughter, and anticipation (i.e. very difficult to keep on-task). If you’re looking for a way to keep the class engaged without losing your sanity, STEAM is the answer…