The top 5 most common reasons that the Ten80 Student Racing Challenge: NASCAR STEM Initiative program and curriculum are embraced by educators:
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1. Math Modeling
Ten80 has always known the data is clear in this.
Math is the gateway subject and has therefore ALWAYS been the
basis of Ten80's program development.
2. Differentiated Learning
The RC car was adopted by Ten80 over a decade ago
because the data proved it to be a unique tool around which
students of all talents to work together, from at-risk to
advanced Calculus students.
3. Sustainable
The materials are not consumable, the cost is a
fraction of other high-tech competitions, Ten80's team provides
content and program-focused training, and the curriculum is
robust enough that STEM mentors are successful in engaging with
students and teachers.
4. Enough...But Not Too Much
The curriculum provides enough guidance that students
can lead themselves after they have grasped the fundamentals of
problem solving and research (Fundamentals Certification).
It is not however so restrictive that creativity is stifled.
Whatever a student's talent, if they are willing to work there
is a way to contribute.
5.
Exciting & Motivating What more needs to be said?
Implement In
• Summer
camps & after-school clubs
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• Career-Tech, STEM &
Pre-Engineering
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• Physics & Math classrooms
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• Enterprise, Marketing
& Graphic Design
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• Homes & Home school
networks
