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Innovating STEM Education: From Makerspaces to Virtual Reality
Friday January 24, 2025 1:35pm - 2:25pm CST
Bexar
This session explores how hands-on, interdisciplinary project-based learning can transform STEM education through innovative partnerships and immersive technologies. It highlights successful collaborations with the San Antonio DoSeum and Harlandale ISD Makerspace, and introduces the groundbreaking "VR Game Makers: Code, Create, and Explore!" program. 

Attendees will discover actionable strategies, lessons learned, and scalable models to inspire creativity, build technical skills, and foster long-term engagement in STEM fields. Join us to see how real-world applications, cutting-edge technology, and community collaboration can ignite the next generation of innovators. 
Speakers
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Charles Hernandez

STEM Facilitator, Harlandale ISD
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Dr. James Hernandez

Teacher, Harlandale ISD,Terrell Wells Middle School
Dr. James Hernandez is an educator, researcher, and advocate for STEM integration in education. He serves as the Technology Applications teacher and Electives Department Chair at Terrell Wells Middle School in Harlandale ISD, where he focuses on preparing students for future careers... Read More →
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Nehemias Moreno

Middle School CTE Teacher, Harlandale ISD,Terrell Wells Middle School
Nehemias MorenoCareer and Technical Education Teacher | Educational Consultant | Community Outreach CoordinatorNehemias Moreno brings over 20 years of diverse experience in education and the private sector, with a focus on Career and Technical Education (CTE) and workforce development... Read More →
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Kimberly Robinson

School Programs Educator, The DoSeum
Friday January 24, 2025 1:35pm - 2:25pm CST
Bexar
  Technology   Computer Science   Cross-Curricular

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