Thinking Creatively and Messily
Our pop-culture mind values creativity in music, the visual and performing arts, media, digital design, and self-expression. But our K-12 education system is heavily focused on
January 30, 2018
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Developing Free-Range Curiosity
Explore the concept of ‘free-range curiosity’, where simple natural observations like feathers can inspire deep questions and lead to expansive learning. This article delves into how nurturing curiosity can connect children with nature and potentially guide them towards innovative environmental solutions.
January 2, 2018
Curiosity: Growing Resilient Lifelong Learners
Discover the pivotal role of curiosity in cultivating resilient and engaged lifelong learners. Learn valuable insights on how encouraging inquisitive thinking from a young age can empower children to navigate and thrive in uncertain environments, fostering a proactive and adaptable mindset.
December 29, 2017
Culitivating a Curiosity Cycle in Children
Jonathan Mugan is a robot guy, a computer scientist who devotes time to studying how children learn. By understanding the minds of children, especially preschoolers,
December 26, 2017
The Struggle to Engage Girls in Steam Subjects
Too few girls pursue careers in technology, computer science, engineering, and the complement of eSTEAM subjects. All over the country, parents, teachers and industry leaders
December 22, 2017
Sparking Curiosity and Creativity in Girls
By thinking entrepreneurially and diving into ESTEAM education, girls can become the leaders that our economy and society needs. In these next few blogs, I
December 12, 2017
Diversity: Our National Imperative
Our nation’s future depends on instilling entrepreneurial skills in all students, with a focus on diversity and inclusion. Learn how fostering curiosity, confidence, and a growth mindset in young women can reshape the future of business and innovation.
December 8, 2017
Wanted: Entrepreneurs
“True entrepreneurs are rare—and getting rarer. Yet it is crucial to our economy and national security that we find them,” says Jim Clifton, CEO of
December 1, 2017
Helping Children Acquire a Growth Mindset
Can children be induced to adopt a growth mindset? We encourage children to dream up new ideas, whether gigantic or nano-sized—often intersecting several disciplines. Whether
November 10, 2017
The VentureLab Difference: ESTEAM
Discover how VentureLab’s unique ESTEAM framework merges entrepreneurship with STEM and the arts to foster innovation and critical thinking among youth. Our curriculum not only teaches important STEM skills but also applies them in creative, real-world contexts, empowering students to become motivated, team-oriented, and problem-solving innovators. Explore our approach to making STEM concepts relatable and engaging, particularly for girls and younger students, through hands-on projects and entrepreneurial education.
August 18, 2017
Overcoming Fear of Failure for a Chance at Success
Our mindset and the way in which we think affects how we think. The celebrated psychologist Carol Dweck has written about mindset in her research
June 27, 2017