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Why STEAM is Important for Adults
At the Exploreum we believe that STEAM—science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics—isn’t just for kids. Learning and creativity don’t have an age limit. For adults, exploring STEAM concepts can spark curiosity, improve problem-solving, and encourage...
You Can’t Be What You Can’t See: Why Continued Donor Support Matters
When young people see themselves represented in the faces of the scientists, engineers, artists, and innovators of the supporting organizations of the Exploreum, they realize that they too belong in those roles.
How STEAM Sparks Collaboration and Teamwork
At the Exploreum we see all the time how STEAM activities naturally encourage collaboration. Science, technology, engineering, art, and math often involve projects too big to tackle alone. When children, teens, and adults work side by side, they discover the value of...
Outdoor STEAM: Learning in Nature
Nature offers endless opportunities for children to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) in ways that are fun, hands-on, and memorable.
Learning Through Play: Why Challenges Build Problem-Solving Skills
At the Exploreum, we know that play is more than just fun—it’s an essential part of learning. When kids and teens (and even adults) engage in games and challenges, they’re doing more than entertaining themselves. They’re practicing critical thinking, developing...
From Curiosity to Career: Connecting Our Community Through STEAM
By introducing youth across our region to STEAM learning, we’re preparing them to thrive in a world driven by innovation.
How Families Can Explore STEAM Learning at Home
At the Schroeder Family Exploreum, we believe that curiosity doesn’t have to stop when you leave our events. Science, technology, engineering, art, and math can come alive in everyday activities right at home. With a few common materials and a little creativity,...
The Backbone of STEAM: Why Mathematics Holds It All Together
Math is what gives form and balance to the entire system, the quiet force that keeps everything standing.
So… Why the Arts?
Honestly? That one little letter changes everything.
The “E” in STEAM: The Essential Role of Engineering in Learning
While science explains how the world works and technology builds new tools, engineering is what turns ideas into reality.
The “T” in STEAM: Technology as a Catalyst for Innovation in Education
While we typically think of technology as devices and machines, it extends beyond that, encompassing the application of knowledge to create tools, systems, and processes that solve problems and enhance human capabilities.
The “S” in STEAM: The Power of Science in Learning
At the very heart of the STEAM framework lies the “S” – Science, a discipline that builds the foundation for curiosity, discovery, and problem-solving.
Registration is OPEN for the 14th annual Joplin Turkey Trot!
Registration is OPEN for the 14th annual Joplin Turkey Trot!
Why is STEAM Learning Important?
Hands-on STEAM learning—Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics—has become essential in preparing students for the modern world.
What is STEAM?
STEAM is an interdisciplinary approach that combines science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics to prepare students for the future.
Who is the Creative Learning Alliance/Schroeder Family Exploreum?
How did the Creative Learning come about…and how did the Exploreum grow from that?
Creative Learning Alliance Announces Future Science Center Name
The Creative Learning Alliance (CLA) annnounced the full name of the future science center on Friday, June 28, 2024. The science center will be called Schroeder Family Exploreum. A public contest was announced in December 2023 for a fun, descriptive name to accompany a sponsor name. The winning entry was chosen from 64 names that were submitted by area residents.
Youth Volunteer Corps Works Hard to Clear Creative Learning Alliance Garden
The Youth Volunteer Corp spent this last Saturday, November 4 working hard to clear the Main Street Garden of Creative Learning Alliance. For 4 hours they cut, shoveled, raked, and swept to prepare the garden for future use. We are so thankful for their hard work!
Ozark Christian College Includes Creative Learning Alliance in Their Annual Community Day
On October 12 Creative Learning Alliance was blessed with the greatest bunch of young men from Ozark Christian College who worked so hard to clean at the new building! They scoured, scrubbed, and hauled trash for over 2 hours and we are so grateful for their hard work.
Creative Learning Alliance Acquires Former Joplin Public Library for Future Science Center
Creative Learning Alliance is thrilled to announce a significant milestone in their mission to engagepeople of all ages in hands-on, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) based learning drivenby curiosity and play. They have purchased the former...
Children’s Museums Are Growing Intellectually and Emotionally-New York Times
This New York Times article says it all!! Institutions around the United States are offering more interactive learning to a broader age group, including practices that address mental health. The Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., has joined...
CLA Wins Downtown Window Contest
We are excited to announce that the Creative Learning Alliance won Best Use of Theme (March of the Toys) in the Downtown Joplin Alliance window contest! Of course if you saw our windows, it’s no surprise. Window builders Kara Arnce, Lori Good, Kitty Ward, Cean...
Picking Up STEAM-December 2022
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Picking Up STEAM October 2022
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