Empowering STEM Education and Overcoming Challenges with Shannon Seaver

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Tech Together

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Join us as we dive deep into the world of STEM education through intriguing conversations with the people shaping its future. From state legislators crafting education policy to classroom teachers driving daily innovation, from industry pioneers defining tomorrow's workforce needs, to futurists envisioning what's next – we bring you fresh perspectives on preparing today's students for a rapidly evolving world.

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Empowering STEM Education and Overcoming Challenges with Shannon Seaver

Tech Together

35 minutes 57 seconds

2 months ago

Empowering STEM Education and Overcoming Challenges with Shannon Seaver

In this episode of Tech Together, host Allison Barman interviews her co-host Shannon Seaver about her impactful work with Create Minneapolis and Full STEM.

Shannon discusses the founding and mission of Create Minneapolis, highlighting its dedication to bringing STEM education to underrepresented urban communities. The conversation dives into the various innovative programs such as Lego robotics, drone leagues, and computer science curricula.

Additionally, Shannon introduces Full STEM, a for-profit venture aimed at making STEM accessible through personalized, AI-powered learning platforms. The episode explores Shannon's journey from engineering and teaching to her current leadership roles, addressing the challenges and successes she has experienced along the way.

Timestamps:00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:37 Spotlight on Create Minneapolis04:06 The Importance of STEM Education07:11 Introducing Full Stem07:56 The Technology Behind Full Stem13:18 The Need for Funding and Support18:11 Shannon's Personal Journey18:56 Finding Confidence Through Volleyball19:29 Navigating High School and College20:35 First Engineering Job Experiences24:05 Transition to Teaching25:11 Embracing Computer Science Education26:49 Leadership and Networking29:25 Challenges of Running a Nonprofit30:45 Call for Support and Volunteers33:02 Rapid Fire Questions