Author: jmavrogeorge
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Drone Research and Application
Drones are changing the world. Through every industry, drones strengthen human productivity and can even reach beyond machine capabilities. One of the biggest fields that drones are taking to new heights: research. Who knew drones would have such a huge impact on the way researchers collect and interpret information? To learn how drones are affecting…
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Drones and Science
Technology and science go together like peanut butter and jelly. For centuries, they have worked together to help humanity create inventions that solve big problems. Technology relies on scientific discoveries to develop solutions, whereas science uses technology to improve research, often leading to new discoveries. Drones technology is used in scientific applications across a wide…
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Drones and Maker Workshops
At Drone Legends, we really love drones. And not just because they’re cool, or exciting, or because they’ll soon be able to deliver ice cream directly to your front door. (Okay, that’s part of it.) The real reason we love drones is that they’re capable of helping children achieve things they never thought possible. And…
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Getting Access to Quality STEM Resources: An Interview with Laura Spence
The Drone Legends team recently interviewed Laura Spence, the Director of Curriculum and Instruction who has a background as an international educational consultant, and a K-12 STEM program specialist. We discussed how school districts, schools, and educators could use funds to access quality STEM resources. We asked Laura how school districts can play a vital…
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Learning Drones and Robotics
We can’t talk about drones without giving attention to other types of robots. Since the commercialization of UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) in only the last decade, drones have opened up more opportunities than ever for professionals, hobbyists, and students to explore the advanced world of robotics and tech. Keep reading to learn what drones and…
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Drones for Middle School
Drone learning in STEM education combines technical skills with adventure. What could be more fun for middle school students than getting to experience the magic of drones? Through drone programs, students learn valuable skills. And when it comes to preparing students for the future, learning about drones sets middle school students up for success. Drone…
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Drones and Music
Drones are used in a growing number of industries to provide surveillance, data collection, and sometimes, life-saving assistance. As drones grow in popularity, they’re becoming a larger part of the entertainment industry. We have to admit: dancing robots are cool, but dancing drones are completely mesmerizing. From Hollywood movies to live events, drones are versatile…
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Drones in the Classroom: An Interview with Mark Kaercher
The Drone Legends team recently interviewed Mark Kaercher, a math teacher of over 25 years who now runs a sixth grade Innovation Lab. We discussed what it’s like to run his learning/simulation center and how Mark connected with Drone Legends. We asked Mark how the Drone Legends curriculum has impacted his students and why he…
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Drones for 6th Grade
The first year of middle school can be intimidating for many students. As an educator, it can be challenging to engage this unique group, especially when they’re getting used to the transition from elementary school to 6th grade. Drones for 6th grade are an effective way for you to engage students in STEM learning. Drones…
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Drones for 5th Grade
As they prepare to enter middle school, 5th grade students are refining the skills they’ve learned in upper elementary school. STEM education is an excellent way to prepare students for the future, and drones for 5th grade students can enhance STEM learning. Drones aren’t just toys, they’re also powerful educational tools, and when used in…