Arts in general

La Jolla Based STEAM

La Jolla Based STEAM

STEAM is a La Jolla, CA based group for bringing art into STEM education.  They are working to bring together resources in a collaborative way.

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Math and Art, Yin and Yang

Math and Art, Yin and Yang

This article discusses the similarities and differences of math and art, as well as talking about some relevant Colorado conferences.  The argument presented is that the similarities are unifying and the differences are complimentary, like the Taoist yin-yang.

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Bridging Art and Math

Bridging Art and Math

The Bridges Organization holds an annual conference on the connections between math and art.  In addition to speakers and such, the conference boasts educational workshops, and art and film exhibitions.  In 2013, the conference has been scheduled to take place from July 27-31, in Enschede, the Netherlands.

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Math Art: Elementary Education Activities

Math Art: Elementary Education Activities

“Math Art” is a supplemental set of math activities for 2nd-4th grades created by Bronx math teacher Zachary Brewer.  The activities are all hands-on artistic lessons in basic math principles, often involving paper cut-outs.  The whole set can be purchased on the website.

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San Diego, CA named Incubator for Art/Science Innovation

San Diego, CA named Incubator for Art/Science Innovation

San Diego, California has been awarded a $2.65 million grant for the Art of Science Learning Innovation Incubators project.  The project will develop art based STEM innovation curriculum for all ages, as well as spawn several related programs involved in research and collaborative efforts.

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Botany Through Art

Botany Through Art

UC Davis Plant Genomics Program launched a K-12 education program called “Science through Art” to teach plant biology using artistic media.  This collaborative effort is made possible by UCD graduate students, faculty, and local elementary teachers.

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