March 17, 2026
The National Academies’ Action Collaborative on Education and Workforce Trajectories in Tech has established this distinguished Network to help bridge theory and practice while addressing emerging challenges in the tech sector. As part of this volunteer community of trusted experts, Maria will contribute valuable insights on technological advancements and support member organizations through knowledge-sharing and mentorship.
March 13, 2026
A new article, “Validating game-based learning assessment of students’ computational thinking practices using Bayesian networks and machine-learning based detectors,” by Elizabeth Rowe, Russell G. Almond, and Ma Victoria Almeda has been published in the Journal of Research on Technology in Education. The study uses data from 716 students to examine how TERC’s digital game Zoombinis can support assessment of computational thinking practices—problem decomposition, pattern recognition, abstraction, and algorithm design. Download the article here.
March 12, 2026
TERC researchers will present two sessions at the upcoming Association of American Colleges & Universities (AAC&U) Conference, highlighting work on research synthesis and Indigenous pathways in STEM.
March 12, 2026
Dr. Mia Ong will present at the APS Global Physics Summit on March 16 (3:30–4:06 PM) with a talk titled “The Double Bind in Physics Education: Intersectionality, Equity, and Belonging for Women of Color.”
March 11, 2026
The Viviendo Matemáticas project is demonstrating how meaningful collaboration between educators and families can support young children’s mathematical learning. The program brings together educators and Spanish-speaking caregivers of preschool-age children to explore early math through conversation, shared experiences, and hands-on activities.