Classroom Kits and Soft Skill Lessons Are a Perfect Match
Classroom kits are easy to use and offer engaging, out-of-the-box learning experiences for students. Better yet, those learning experiences address both hard and soft skills. As we recently discussed, any assignment that involves collaboration will help your students hone their ability to work in teams, an essential soft skill. Another benefit of these classroom kits […]
What in the world is a RealCare Baby Communication Adaptor (formerly known as an X-stick)?
Did you know that the RealCare Baby Communication Adaptor (formerly known as an Xstick) is not a memory stick? Even though the Communication Adaptor looks like a memory stick, it is actually a communication device. It sends and receives data between your RealCare® Control Center Software and your RealCare Baby® infant simulators. In fact, it […]
10 useful tools to prepare your FCS students for FCCLA competitions
Competitive events offered by the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) student organization provide today’s Family and Consumer Sciences students with valuable skills, knowledge and insights. A national career and technical student organization specifically for FCS students in grades 6-12, FCCLA offers competitive events that focus on a variety of skills, from character […]
10 MORE Engaging Learning Aids Your Students Can Use For At-Home Learning
We recently shared a list of 10 training tools students could use in remote learning environments. We understand that even as 2021 kicks off, many teachers are continuing to adjust to a combination of virtual and blended learning environments. To help educators find teaching tools and resources that will resonate with their virtual students, here […]
Using RealCare Baby In a Pandemic: How A MO FCS Teacher is Making It Work
Our customers have been asking us: How are other teachers using RealCare Baby in a pandemic? This blog series features success stories of Family & Consumer Science (FCS) teachers who are finding creative ways to do exactly that, virtually and in the classroom. Keep reading to meet a Missouri FCS teacher who’s making it work. […]
How to Use the Pregnancy Profile Simulator in Remote, Hybrid or In-Person Learning Environments
Wearable simulators are powerful teaching tools. When teaching lessons on pregnancy, incorporating a wearable pregnancy vest is a great way to help students understand what pregnancy is like. But how can you create that experience in a remote or blended learning environment? We recently hosted a free webinar to show instructors how to use the […]
5 Interesting Facts – All About FCS
According to the American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences, today’s FCS (Family & Consumer Sciences) courses have changed dramatically in the last half-century to keep up with the times. Formerly known as home economics, FCS classes today focus on issues “relevant to today’s individuals and families and skills critical to successful living and working […]
How to teach a remote lesson on pregnancy and reproduction
With learning environments continuing to shift, many instructors are finding themselves quickly pivoting from in-person instruction to remote and hybrid models. This requires a new way of thinking and using your classroom resources to teach content. Simulators are remarkably flexible for teaching in a variety of learning environments. Follow the steps below to teach a […]
Using RealCare Baby In a Pandemic: How a South Carolina Teacher is Making It Work
Our customers have been asking us: How are other teachers using RealCare Baby in a pandemic? In this blog series, we’ll share the success stories of Family & Consumer Science (FCS) teachers who are finding creative ways to do exactly that, virtually and in the classroom. Keep reading to meet a South Carolina FCS teacher […]