EP#02 - RECOGNIZING THE "M" IN STEM with Tiffany Layton

In this episode, I talk about Recognizing the "M" in STEM. Here are some of the questions I ask Tiffany Layton:How do you see math as a pivotal part of STEM education?What advice do you have for young learners who may struggle with math?Can you share how you make math more engaging and accessible for students?What role does math play in everyday life, and how can we help students recognize its importance?Here are some key points discussed in this episode about Recognizing the "M" in STEM:The importance of math as a foundation for STEM careers and innovation.Strategies for fostering a positive relationship with math, especially for struggling students.Ways math connects to real-world applications in fields like technology, engineering, and science.How teachers, parents, and mentors can support students' mathematical growth and curiosity.About the Host: Tiffani TeacheyTiffani Teachey is a Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) advocate, TEDx international speaker, and international best-selling author of the children’s book “What Can I Be? STEM Careers from A to Z,” the STEM Crew Kids Adventures series, and three empowerment books. She is the host of the Read It Right Radio Show on WDRBmedia. Tiffani owns Thrive Edge Publishing and is the owner/publishing consultant of Inspired Authors Publishing. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Science in Engineering Management, both from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She is a Leadership Studies Ph.D. student at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.As an engineer with over 19 years of experience, Tiffani is passionate about inspiring the next generation to engage in STEM careers. She was born and raised in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and enjoys traveling and being a youth mentor. For more about Tiffani, visit her website at www.TiffaniTeachey.com. Check out the free STEM gift—the 10 STEM Scholarships & Organizations e-book—at www.stemistheway.com.