We’ll be seeking grant funding and philanthropic underwriting to defray the cost of providing On Tour to schools
and communities. The arts are specifically included in the ESSA definition of a “well-rounded education” for
students. This legislation and associated funding streams offer new encouragement for STEAM initiatives.
We’re working on linking On Tour content to STEM standards, using the Next Generation Science Standards
(NGSS) as our guide. It is much too early to speculate about the impact of On Tour, but we are certain of one
outcome. A large measure of On Tour’s academic value will come from captivating student activities designed by
creative teachers.
More Resources
Looking for more information, tools, ideas and tips for integrating STEAM into your classroom? Here’s a few of
Dr. Brovey’s suggested digital resources:
http://steamontour.com
http://ipadacademy.com
http://portableprof.com
Dr. Andy Brovey is a member of the STEAM On Tour development team. He has more than 30 years
experience in educational technology, including teaching, administration and professional
development. As a faculty member he taught graduate courses for educators, on site and online.
In 2010, he left university life to become an edupreneur. He’s been busy since then leading
training sessions and creating online resources to help others learn to use technology. He started
iPad Academy shortly after the first iPad went on sale and will soon launch Teach About Tech, a
resource marketplace for technology trainers. In 2007, Andy was named an Apple Distinguished
Educator, joining a global community of educators recognized by Apple for their leadership in
technology integration.
STEAMed Magazine
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October 2016 Edition