Episodes
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, uncertainty about college admissions and attendance is a source of anxiety for students, parents, and schools. Matt Ward, Vice President for Enrollment Management at California Lutheran University, gives insight into what fall 2020 may look like for college freshmen, how recruitment is changing, flexibility in financial packages and more. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 35966]
Published 06/04/20
Kirk Brennan, Director of Admission at USC talks about the impacts of COVID-19 on current undergraduate students as well as college applicants. He shares how colleges can maintain proactive relationships with students during uncertain times. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 35967]
Published 06/04/20
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused feelings of uncertainty, anxiety, and even anger for teens and tweens, Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi share tips on helping them cope Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 35941]
Published 06/01/20
Educators from e3 Civic High School explain UC Scout - an SAPEP program that develops and delivers A-G approved, online classes and curriculum to students around the globe. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36031]
Published 05/30/20
Educators from e3 Civic High School share best practices for using Zoom to facilitate learning. Hear how to engage students, classroom management tips, ideas on lesson structure, assuring student understanding, and more. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36032]
Published 05/30/20
Cesia Portillo and Michelle Harkrider of e3 Civic High School share how to use Google Classroom as a learning management system . Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36029]
Published 05/30/20
Educators from e3 Civic High School share how to set up your school to go virtual through defining your goals, deciding on a platform, device management, encouraging digital citizenship. connecting with families and more. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36030]
Published 05/30/20
Do you have what it takes to earn the crown of The Great Geography Clues Game? You will be exploring the world, while given several clues along the way in order to guess the famous place or city in question. Take the quiz and then challenge your family and friends to beat your score. Good luck! Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36022]
Published 05/29/20
Learn about plastic casting and electronics with Instamorph - a safe, non-toxic, low temperature thermoplastic. Similar to hot glue but you can mold it, or shape it by hand. When it cools, it turns hard again. Put an LED in it while it's soft and attach a coin cell battery to make a "Glowie". The molds are also easy to make, from 100% silicone and cornstarch Series: "STEAM Channel" [Science] [Education] [Show ID: 36025]
Published 05/29/20
SketchUp is a free 3D modeling computer program for a wide range of drawing applications such as architecture, furniture design, 3D printing, interior design, landscape architecture, civil and mechanical engineering, film and video game design. In this short video, you will learn how to build a simple 3D object using basic commands and tools which will allow you to turn all your ideas into 3 dimensions. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Science] [Education] [Show ID: 36027]
Published 05/29/20
Paul L. Smith, LMFT, Director of Wellness and Clinical Service at e3 Civic High School discusses how schools can support students through social emotional learning, Learn what to look for to identify avenues for support, what the process entails, skill-building, and more. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36028]
Published 05/29/20
Edwin Valderrama from the Early Academic Outreach Program (EAOP) at UC San Diego explains the new admission policies for the UC and CSU systems. He shares what the class of 2021 can do to prepare and how these changes will impact their college choices and applications. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 35978]
Published 05/29/20
Learn how to create a simple circuit flashlight project using the items around the house like popsicle sticks, binder clips and aluminum foil. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Show ID: 36021]
Published 05/28/20
Get a jump start into python programming. This video covers the installation of python with Anaconda, print statements, and variables. After viewing the video, you have a chance to study python programming with a free textbook provided in the links below. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Science] [Show ID: 36026]
Published 05/28/20
Learn all about the tiny house design process. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36023]
Published 05/25/20
With so much going on in our lives, what can we do to keep the peace at home? Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi share tools and rules to help create and maintain sanity. Learn about behavior as communication, how to stay proactive in maintaining a sense of calm, how to build a foundation of emotional intelligence, and more. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Show ID: 35912]
Published 05/23/20
How to pay for college is a pressing question for all applicants from the class of 2020. COVID-19 has caused financial uncertainty and many are having to rethink their plans. Jodi Okun, an expert in financial aid, joins Steven Mercer to talk about how the pandemic is impacting financial aid awards, what to do if your family's financial situation has changed, and how to plan for the future in uncertain times. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Show ID: 35963]
Published 05/15/20
Connecting with our kids is especially important during times of crisis - but it shouldn't be an overwhelming task. Educators Kris Lambert and Teri Gabler share simple and effective activities to engage with kids and stay centered. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Show ID: 35906]
Published 05/08/20
Spring is usually when high school juniors start to focus on college applications. The COVID-19 pandemic is causing a lot of students to rethink their plans or press pause on their studies. What should juniors keep top of mind during these times and how should they reframe their college search? Steven Mercer shares answers to these questions and more for the class of 2021. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Show ID: 35938]
Published 05/03/20
COVID-19 has caused feelings of uncertainty, anxiety, and even anger. What are effective tools to deal with your emotions during these difficult times? Shelli Kurth and Nicole Assisi will show you how to create space for self care for both you and your child. Learn breathing excercises, techniques to promote gratitude, and more ways to lower stress. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Show ID: 35864]
Published 04/30/20
There are lots of decisions to be made after being accepted at a university - including figuring out where to live. How do you apply for campus housing and what stipulations are in housing contracts? How do housing costs break down? Is living on campus right for you? Edwin Valderrama from EAOP at UC San Diego breaks down the application process, meal plans, financial details, and more. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Show ID: 35935]
Published 04/30/20
Congratulations on your acceptance to college! EAOP at UC San Diego is here to help with the next steps. Learn about submitting a statement of intent to register (SIR), accessing your student portal, submitting transcripts, and more. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Show ID: 35916]
Published 04/29/20
Published 04/24/20
Descubrir cómo pagar la universidad puede ser confuso. ¿Qué pasos debería tomar para comprender las opciones de ayuda financiera disponibles para usted? Daniela Padilla, del Programa de Alcance Académico Temprano (EAOP) en UC San Diego, explica los diferentes tipos de premios de ayuda financiera, cómo acceder a su paquete de ayuda financiera, calcular el costo de asistencia y más. Series: "STEAM Channel" [Spanish Language] [Show ID: 35837]
Published 04/24/20