Video Resources
Artificial Intelligence for Educators
STEM Pre-Academy is delighted to present the Coffee Time Session: Artificial Intelligence for Educators to K-16 educators. This session presents insights into AI, including ways AI can enhance teaching and learning. We discuss existing risks as well as emerging implications in this uncharted territory of computer technology and education.
Research, Mentorship, and Resiliency in Project-Based Learning
Hear stories and practical examples of how mentorship, failure, and resilience enhance paths towards success for every student. Learn how student skills developed through PBL and design projects contribute importantly to personal and academic growth.
Ocean Acidification Research with Dr. Chris Sabine, SOEST, UHM
Climate change and ocean acidification profoundly affect our marine environment in the Hawaiian Islands. A comprehensive approach is required to identify and mitigate these environmental threats and the School of Ocean and Earth and Technology (SOEST) at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa is actively researching solutions to meet these challenges.
Coral Bleaching Kit – Hawai‘i Institute of Marine Biology
The Coral Bleaching Kit seeks to bring a tangible visualization of coral bleaching and will give students a better understanding on how ocean warming events and other stressors affect the health of corals, and that of those which do not experience bleaching.
Hydroponics for Social Studies – Multidisciplinary Research and Activities with Autumn Pemble
How can hydroponics benefit our community? Students will independently conduct research, utilizing at least three sources to answer the driving question. Students will show understanding of the research process by creating supporting questions while synthesizing information from reliable sources.
“That’s what I want to do!”
A presentation by Kane‘ohe Elementary School special education teacher, Bella Finau-Faumuina, on her experiences using the engineering design process in the classroom.
EDP – Project Planning: Its Importance and Application of the Gantt Chart
Ren Ishii, Engineer at The Boeing Co., shares how project planning is used in industry and explains its importance as part of the Engineering Design Process.
EDP – The Composite Airplane Activity: Introduction to Composite Materials
Troy Nakagawa, Engineering PhD student at the University of Washington, shares background research for the Composite Airplane Activity.
EDP – Failures as Stepping Stones to Success
Engineering undergraduates shared their research project experiences: how they addressed challenges and solved problems using the Engineering Design Process.
Engineering Sketching and Design Activity with Davin Sasaki
STEM Pre-Academy’s Davin Sasaki led students in sketching activity that had them visualize and sketch a mobile hydroponics cart in different views.
Engineering Sketching and Design with Alden Fernandez
Alden Fernandez, Mechanical Engineering student with the College of Engineering at UHM, and Engineering Intern with STEM Pre-Academy leads a presentation on engineering sketching and design for students in Randall Shinn’s Advisory class at Ilima Intermediate School.
Let’s Get Excited About Hydroponics with Jensen Uyeda
Jensen Uyeda, Extension and Outreach Associate at the University of Hawaii’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (CTAHR), gave an excellent presentation on hydroponics to students in Randall Shinn’s Advisory class at Ilima Intermediate School. Jensen’s presentation, Hydroculture in Hawai‘i, gave students a look at different types of hydroponic systems, nutrient management, and a run-down of some of the most common hydroponically grown crops in Hawai‘i.
Let’s Get Excited About Your Hydroponics Project with Deborah Higa
Deborah Higa, Mechanical Engineering student with the College of Engineering at UHM, and Engineering Intern with STEM Pre-Academy led a virtual conversation with students in Randall Shinn’s Advisory STEM class at Ilima Intermediate School.
Ocean Acidification Research with Noah Howins, SOEST, UHM
Climate change and ocean acidification profoundly affect our marine environment in the Hawaiian Islands. A comprehensive approach is required to identify and mitigate these environmental threats and the School of Ocean and Earth and Technology (SOEST) at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa is actively researching solutions to meet these challenges.
Research and Engineering Design Clinic – Green Roof System – Captain Kristin Dembia, USAF
Research and Engineering Design Clinic - Green Roof System - Captain Kristin Dembia, USAF
Research and Engineering Design Clinic – Inspiring Engineering Student – Geena Wann-Kung
Research and Engineering Design Clinic - Inspiring Engineering Student - Geena Wann-Kung
Research and Engineering Design Clinic – Keynote Speech – Dr. Darren Carlson
Research and Engineering Design Clinic - Keynote Speech - Dr. Darren Carlson
Research and Engineering Design Clinic – UH Drone Technologies Lab – David Harris
Research and Engineering Design Clinic - UH Drone Technologies Lab - David Harris
Save Seeds, Save Our Future – Seed Saving – Background
Save Seeds, Save Our Future was made possible by the Governor's Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Fund as part of the STEAM Entrepreneurship and Research Network (STEAMER) Project at Washington Middle School, highlighting the passion and stewardship of Hawai‘i's student leaders.
Save Seeds, Save Our Future – Seed Saving – Techniques
Save Seeds, Save Our Future was made possible by the Governor's Emergency Education Relief (GEER) Fund as part of the STEAM Entrepreneurship and Research Network (STEAMER) Project at Washington Middle School, highlighting the passion and stewardship of Hawai‘i's student leaders.
Save Seeds, Save Our Future – Timothy-John “Keoni” Lorenzo’s Seed Story
Rooted in Hawaiian culture and practice, Keoni’s seed story is an outgrowth of his family and ancestry. His love for Hawaiian plants and the environment was passed down from his tutu, a kahuna la‘au lapa‘au, to his father, and ultimately to him.
Save Seeds, Save Our Future – Timothy-John “Keoni” Lorenzo’s Closing Remarks
Timothy-John “Keoni” Lorenzo quotes a Hawaiian proverb, “Pua nā kupu I ke kumu.” “The seeds flourish because of the trees.” He points to the allegory of trees to teachers and seeds to students, as parts of a single life cycle, in which the role of each is not only significant, but indispensable and commutable: The teacher becomes the student, the student becomes the teacher.
Save Seeds, Save Our Future – Tyler Levine’s Closing Remarks
Presenter Tyler Levine offers inspiring closing remarks to the Save Seeds, Save our Future workshop. She entreats teachers to take action, as keepers of the keys to our future: “…help us turn our passion and interest into action through the metaphor and the message of the seed, the tiny package full of potential.” In so doing, she leads us not only to the end of a workshop, but to the beginning of a way forward.
Save Seeds, Save Our Future – Tyler Levine’s Seed Story
Tyler Levine’s seed story begins with her recognition of similarities between the proliferation and growth of seeds and her personal growth in a sometimes fragmented world. Beginning with a 6th grade sustainability project, Tyler goes from feeling safe only under a canopy of leaves to becoming a dynamic sustainability champion, and learns to embrace the agency she has discovered in cultivating and saving seeds.
Save Seeds, Save Our Future – Yinan Wang’s Seed Story
Yinan Wang moved to Hawai‘i from Shanghai in 6th grade; in 8th grade, she joined the Washington Middle School Science Club, and her seed story began.
Small Steps Toward Solving Big Problems Through the EDP
Mechanical Engineering undergraduate, Everett Jellinek, shares how he used the Engineering Design Process to create a tank for generating waves.
STEAM Entrepreneurship and Research Network (STEAMER)
STEAMER re-envisioned student interest in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics by placing major emphasis on fun and authenticity in learning. Centered on sustainable agriculture, STEAMER offered experiences in an inclusive and interdisciplinary framework, as opposed to learning typically isolated in subject classwork, after school clubs, and independent research projects.
Think as an Entrepreneur – Module 1, Part A – Introduction
In February and March, 2018, STEM Pre-Academy held two special workshops on innovation and entrepreneurship for middle school students and teachers at the Manoa Innovation Center. The Think as an Entrepreneur workshops aimed to show participants how an entrepreneurial mindset can propel them toward finding resources and developing their ideas in any subject area.
In Module 1, Dr. Harrell defines entrepreneur and innovation using examples from his own career.
Think as an Entrepreneur – Module 1, Part B – Innovation and Entrepreneurship
In February and March, 2018, STEM Pre-Academy held two special workshops on innovation and entrepreneurship for middle school students and teachers at the Manoa Innovation Center. The Think as an Entrepreneur workshops aimed to show participants how an entrepreneurial mindset can propel them toward finding resources and developing their ideas in any subject area.
In Module 1, Dr. Harrell defines entrepreneur and innovation using examples from his own career.
Think as an Entrepreneur – Module 1, Part C – Exercise: My Idea
In February and March, 2018, STEM Pre-Academy held two special workshops on innovation and entrepreneurship for middle school students and teachers at the Manoa Innovation Center. The Think as an Entrepreneur workshops aimed to show participants how an entrepreneurial mindset can propel them toward finding resources and developing their ideas in any subject area.
In Module 1, Dr. Harrell defines entrepreneur and innovation using examples from his own career.
Think as an Entrepreneur – Module 2 – Meet the Students and Teachers
In February and March, 2018, STEM Pre-Academy held two special workshops on innovation and entrepreneurship for middle school students and teachers at the Manoa Innovation Center. The Think as an Entrepreneur workshops aimed to show participants how an entrepreneurial mindset can propel them toward finding resources and developing their ideas in any subject area.
Module 2 introduces you to the students (and teachers) that participated in the workshop. Each student shares their interests as well as the project they are working on - and for which they will craft their pitch.
When is the Best Time to Send Astronauts to Mars? Module 1 – Explorers: The Human Desire for Exploration Leads to Discovery
When is the Best Time to Send Astronauts to Mars? was a workshop for students and teachers that explored the range of questions that must be answered and risks that must be overcome to send astronauts to the red planet.
When is the Best Time to Send Astronauts to Mars? Module 2a – Planets and Astronomy: Why We Want to Go to Mars
When is the Best Time to Send Astronauts to Mars? was a workshop for students and teachers that explored the range of questions that must be answered and risks that must be overcome to send astronauts to the red planet.
When is the Best Time to Send Astronauts to Mars? Module 2b – Planets and Astronomy: Why We Want to Go to Mars
When is the Best Time to Send Astronauts to Mars? was a workshop for students and teachers that explored the range of questions that must be answered and risks that must be overcome to send astronauts to the red planet.
When is the Best Time to Send Astronauts to Mars? Module 2c – Planets and Astronomy: Why We Want to Go to Mars
When is the Best Time to Send Astronauts to Mars? was a workshop for students and teachers that explored the range of questions that must be answered and risks that must be overcome to send astronauts to the red planet.
When is the Best Time to Send Astronauts to Mars? Module 3 – Space Radiation: The Journey to Mars
When is the Best Time to Send Astronauts to Mars? was a workshop for students and teachers that explored the range of questions that must be answered and risks that must be overcome to send astronauts to the red planet.
When is the Best Time to Send Astronauts to Mars? Module 4a – Space Habitats: Living on Mars
When is the Best Time to Send Astronauts to Mars? was a workshop for students and teachers that explored the range of questions that must be answered and risks that must be overcome to send astronauts to the red planet.
When is the Best Time to Send Astronauts to Mars? Module 4b – Space Habitats: Living on Mars
When is the Best Time to Send Astronauts to Mars? was a workshop for students and teachers that explored the range of questions that must be answered and risks that must be overcome to send astronauts to the red planet.
When is the Best Time to Send Astronauts to Mars? Trailer
When is the Best Time to Send Astronauts to Mars? was a workshop for students and teachers that explored the range of questions that must be answered and risks that must be overcome to send astronauts to the red planet.