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The Power of (STEM)2

The Power of (STEM)2

By: Dr. Michael Hammond-Todd
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Join us for a series of (STEM)2 podcasts set to explore the diverse STEM fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics with education. Each episode we will be discussing STEM as it relates to K-12 and community education projects, ideas and creating a more inclusive and diverse system of STEM education for future generations.Dr. Michael Hammond-Todd Science
Episodes
  • (STEM)2 S9E2 Island STEAM - How Arctic, Desert and Tropical Islands are Utilizing Science and Technology in Schools and Society

    (STEM)2 S9E2 Island STEAM - How Arctic, Desert and Tropical Islands are Utilizing Science and Technology in Schools and Society
    Jun 5 2026
    In the second episode of our Island STEAM series we explore how science and technology are utilized in helping islands adapt to the technological and environmental challenges posed by climate change explored in our first episode. More specifically we look at how Greenland is using long range drones to document receding ice pack and how small Pacific Island nations and the Canary Islands are integrating renewable energy systems to build more resilient energy and water purification systems. Each of these examples illuminates just one of thousands of ways diverse island communities are adapting in the 21st century that can also be utilized in teaching and learning activities. (Coming Soon)

    News Link: Windracer Drones in Greenland Climate Research

    News Link: Pacific Island Nations Invest in Renewable Energy

    News Link: Using Tidal Energy to Desalinate Water in the Canaries
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    11 mins
  • Series 9 Episode 1: Island STEAM - Why Teachers & Students Should Explore Island Life in Schools

    Series 9 Episode 1: Island STEAM - Why Teachers & Students Should Explore Island Life in Schools
    May 29 2026
    Series 9 Episode 1: Island STEAM - Why Teachers & Students Should Explore Island Life in Schools — In the first episode of our Island STEAM series we explore STEAM education within the context of the world’s diverse islands and communities. There more than 600,000 diverse islands around the world with at least 11,000 of them inhabited by people. More specifically, we explore how large scientific studied phenomenon such as climate change impact Arctic, desert and tropical islands around the Earth. More specifically we look at how teachers can use islands in STEAM as diverse models for scientific research and change as it relates to how diverse communities adapt to significant environmental challenges in the 21st century. In the news we discuss how Pacific Islander secondary students are advocating for increased scientific literacy in schools and communities and the UN’s recent report on how rising sea levels threaten many low lying islands and communities.
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    12 mins
  • (STEM)2 S8E8 Earthday - Integrating Diverse Questioning in STEAM Lessons & Activities

    (STEM)2 S8E8 Earthday - Integrating Diverse Questioning in STEAM Lessons & Activities
    Apr 17 2026
    Series 8 Bonus Episode 8: Integrating Multicultural & Environmental Questioning into Earth Day STEAM Lessons/Activities - In this bonus episode of the 8th series, we explore the importance of integrating critical questioning strategies into STEAM lessons and activities. More specifically, for Earthday lessons, we look at ways to tie inquiry based learning around the value of community-based and multiculturally inclusive approaches to Earthday lessons for teachers and students. Connecting your lessons to diverse communities, cultures, and ecologies is an increasingly essential skill in todays AI and increasingly robotic world. In the news we look at the environmental impact of AI (click here) and seaside robots studying salt water intrusion and climate change (click here) as secondary case studies for school discussions.
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    13 mins
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