In our ever-evolving digital landscape, where computer-based standardized tests have become the norm, the importance of digital competence and literacy has never been more apparent. With the implementation of initiatives like House Bill (HB) 3261 in Texas and...
In the ever-changing world of education, project-based learning (PBL) has become a powerful way to teach subjects like science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). PBL involves hands-on projects that help K-12 students understand concepts deeply and...
There’s a well-known gender gap in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields. Women have been historically underrepresented in these fields and are still underrepresented in many STEM roles today. Educators play a crucial role in addressing this gap and...
The average teacher spends ten hours a week or more on planning, preparing lessons, and grading, according to national surveys. With the average teacher working 54 hours per week, curriculum overload continuing to rise, and teacher job satisfaction hitting all-time...
Your middle school students may seem more tech-savvy than their teachers at times. However, they may still lack some key digital literacy skills they’ll need in high school and beyond — or even right now. Here are some of the most important topics to include in your...
It's time to update your elementary school STEM program for the 2023-24 school year! Your students deserve an engaging and effective curriculum. STEM education is becoming more and more important for today's students. It’s directly related to many critical jobs in...
It seems like there’s always something new that needs to fit into the school curriculum. With the push to spend more time on STEM — without seeing results drop in other key subjects — educators often feel like there aren’t enough hours in a day. Curriculum Overload...
Parents and community members across the U.S. are demanding that schools teach kids to code. As a district administrator, you may be wondering where coding should fit into schools’ already-packed curricula. Learning to code has many benefits beyond career preparation....
As an educator, you probably have strong opinions on your school’s math and social studies programs. But you may have some questions about newer additions to the curriculum, like digital literacy. Students need to learn many things to become responsible, effective...
At Yeti Academy, we’re excited to announce a new STEM curriculum: Yeti Keyboarding! Yeti Keyboarding is a next-gen typing and keyboarding curriculum with all the teacher tools you need. This incredibly engaging curriculum includes grade specific content, gamified...
Does your STEM curriculum need an upgrade? At most schools, the answer is yes. Educators and ed tech companies have come up with a variety of new ways to make your curriculum more engaging and effective for learners of all ages. Here are some of the best ways to boost...
There’s a lot of buzz around STEM right now, and you may be wondering what all the fuss is about. It’s true that technology and engineering jobs are on the rise, but does every student really need to learn STEM skills? As it turns out, science, technology,...
Technology is changing rapidly, and most schools are having a hard time keeping up. Some district administrators, teachers, and parents wonder whether it’s even worthwhile to teach digital citizenship. At Yeti Academy, we’ve found that many concerns are based on...
If your district is looking to emphasize STEM beyond math and science, you may want to expand your middle school computer curriculum further. Basic coding, HTML, and computational thinking lessons can help students develop widely applicable skills and spark an...
In today’s schools, online curriculums have an edge over traditional curriculum resources. Whether you teach in an online or in-person environment, your students and teachers will appreciate the unique features of an online STEM curriculum. Here are 5 advantages of...
Yeti Academy uses a unique gamified approach to teach coding skills. With Yeti Code, we have both single-player and multiplayer games to help students develop their skills and motivate each other to learn. Students love our fun, interactive Yeti snow mountain...
Looking for an elective curriculum that will get your students excited about life sciences? Need a tech-based, easy-to-use supplement to round out your regular biology curriculum? Yeti Academy has just what you need: Sports Med, an all-inclusive, activity-rich life...
Finding middle school STEM activities that are easy to set up can be challenging, especially if you need the activities to be remote-friendly or substitute-friendly. At Yeti Academy, we offer a variety of STEM courses, modules, and activities to give students an...