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STEAM Activity Series - Sink or Float Experiment

Feb 11 min read

STEAM Activity Series - Sink or Float Experiment

Kids do love water, right? This interactive video from SciShow Kids teaches young kids the concept of buoyancy and density. Materials:...

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STEAM Activity Series - Rocket Balloon Experiment

Nik Zetouni

Jan 252 min read

STEAM Activity Series - Rocket Balloon Experiment

This balloon rocket STEAM activity from Teachingmama.org will teach our preschoolers and kindergarteners the basic principles of kinetic...

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Nik Zetouni

Jan 182 min read

STEAM Activity Series - Lava Lamp

The Floor is Lava! Is it one of your kid’s favourite games, right? Sure, this STEAM experiment activity from Science Fun for...

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Nik Zetouni

Jan 181 min read

STEM Activity Series - Introduction

Editor note: Next Gen Partnered with the College of New Caledonia. Students in their ENGL-120 class have to write a blog focused on what...

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The Wonders of DIY Science Experiments for Kids

Nik Zetouni

Jan 112 min read

The Wonders of DIY Science Experiments for Kids

Introduction How about turning your classroom into a super cool science zone? Imagine your students becoming little scientists, having a...

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Coding, VR, and Robotics: Shaping the Future of Education

Nik Zetouni

Jan 43 min read

Coding, VR, and Robotics: Shaping the Future of Education

Introduction Picture a world where learning jumps from the pages into virtual reality. Coding is not a skill but a language that students...

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Emotional Intelligence in the Era of Digital Learning

Nik Zetouni

Dec 28, 20234 min read

Emotional Intelligence in the Era of Digital Learning

Were you ever in classes online and unable/unsure/insecure to ask questions? Or do you feel anxious while unmuting yourself and raising...

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3 Skills Children Can Build by Block Coding

Nik Zetouni

Dec 21, 20233 min read

3 Skills Children Can Build by Block Coding

A few years ago, my son introduced me to the idea of block coding. I had only ever heard of the more common coding programs, such as...

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5 Creative Educational activities for children to use Fruits

Nik Zetouni

Dec 14, 20233 min read

5 Creative Educational activities for children to use Fruits

Looking for activities for your children? Turn your kitchen into a place of creativity and amaze your children! In this blog, we will...

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8 Game-Changing Tips for Proactively Managing Your Classroom with Productivity in Mind

Janayna Samya

May 30, 20233 min read

8 Game-Changing Tips for Proactively Managing Your Classroom with Productivity in Mind

As a teacher, managing your classroom is one of the most important aspects of your job. It can be challenging to keep a group of students...

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Janayna Samya

May 16, 20235 min read

10 Powerful Ways to End Your Lesson!

As a teacher, you have the power to make a lasting impact on your students. Your lessons not only impart knowledge, but they also shape...

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Streamline Your Lesson Planning with the Power of AI

Janayna Samya

May 9, 20235 min read

Streamline Your Lesson Planning with the Power of AI

As a teacher, I understand the importance of lesson planning. Creating lesson plans that are engaging, informative, and meet the needs of...

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The Power of Curiosity: How to Defuse Power Struggles in Any Situation

Janayna Samya

May 2, 20235 min read

The Power of Curiosity: How to Defuse Power Struggles in Any Situation

As a curious person myself, I have always been fascinated by the power of curiosity in transforming conflicts and power struggles into...

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ChatGTP, Artificial Intelligence and STEAM-What an Exciting Future!

Nik Zetouni

Apr 20, 20233 min read

ChatGTP, Artificial Intelligence and STEAM-What an Exciting Future!

Did you know that computers are now able to program themselves (Hutson)? Computer programing was once thought of as the premier job of...

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Activities you can do with the little ones on “IN” day

Nik Zetouni

Apr 13, 20233 min read

Activities you can do with the little ones on “IN” day

Finding fun and engaging activities that allow children to learn can be a challenge. Next Gen EduCare (NGEC) is here to help by providing...

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Improving Student Engagement with Virtual Reality

Nik Zetouni

Mar 31, 20234 min read

Improving Student Engagement with Virtual Reality

And back we are! Providing another Virtual Reality (VR) post for you all. Please don't get sick yet, there are still a few more to go...

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Nik Zetouni

Mar 24, 20235 min read

Teaching Leadership to Students

I had a great conversation with a Next Gen Educator this week. It happened right after one of our robotic programs and she approached me...

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Improving Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills with Virtual Reality

Nik Zetouni

Mar 16, 20233 min read

Improving Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills with Virtual Reality

Yes, it is time for another Virtual Reality (VR) post. But I gotta say, I am very passionate about this one - VR in Critical Thinking and...

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Nik Zetouni

Mar 9, 20234 min read

The lightbulb moment with students

I can recall my very first lightbulb moment in teaching as if it was yesterday. I was teaching back home, in Brazil, biology for grades...

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Enhancing Classroom Experience with Virtual Reality

Nik Zetouni

Mar 1, 20233 min read

Enhancing Classroom Experience with Virtual Reality

I participated in the Central Alberta Teachers conference on Feb 24. I had three lectures lined up – block coding, students' interests...

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