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Using Phenomena-Based Learning/Periodic Table to Engage Students in Chemical Concepts/Critical Think
I stumbled upon a video simulation that showcases the explosive force of a lithium battery. While we cannot conduct such experiments in...
Ayo Olufade
May 8, 20232 min read


Why Talk About African Diaspora Connecting to Africa Make Some People Feel Uncomfortable?
Why talk about african diaspora connecting to Africa make some people feel uncomfortable? Honestly speaking, it should not. It should be...
Ayo Olufade
May 7, 20234 min read


This Calls for Celebration. InTouch - Think STEAM Careers, Podcast With Dr. Olufade Has Published
As the InTouch Think STEAM Careers Podcast host, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to all the wonderful guests who have graced my...
Ayo Olufade
Apr 29, 20232 min read


BIPOC Female Representation in STEM
Breaking the biases, ethnic, and traditional norms around girls and women in STEM education is a paramount issue that must be addressed...
Ayo Olufade
Apr 25, 20233 min read


Parents/Teachers, & Community Play Significant Roles in Girls Pursuing Physics, Chemistry, & Math
InTouch Think STEAM Careers Podcast Host: Dr. Ayo Olufade, Ph.D. Guest: Lucy (Wanjiku) Mwaniki STEM Educator - EdTech Professional - I...
Ayo Olufade
Apr 18, 20231 min read


Breaking Biases. Parents, Teachers, and Communities Play Major Roles
Teachers and parents play a critical role in shaping young girls' educational and career paths. Unfortunately, many girls interested in...
Ayo Olufade
Apr 18, 20235 min read


Breaking Biases, Ethnic & Traditional Norms Around STEM Education to Power Girls STEM Education.
Think STEM Careers! You Have The Opportunity to Create The Future And The Privilege Of Deciding What’s In It! ~ Dr. Ayo Olufade, PhD...
Ayo Olufade
Apr 16, 20231 min read


Breaking Biases, Ethnic & Traditional Norms Around STEM Education to Power Girls STEM Education.
Breaking biases, and ethnic and traditional norms around girls in stem education, promoting men's involvement, women's advocating for...
Ayo Olufade
Apr 16, 20234 min read


Writing A Second Book on STEM & the BIPOC Community. And Coach Keith McNally is Coaching Me!
I started another journey in my career based on my passion and desire to bring awareness to the importance of pursuing college and a...
Ayo Olufade
Apr 9, 20232 min read


Collegiate Academic Barrier Removal, The Shift to Nondegree Skilled Labor, & the Rise of Apprentice
Collegiate organizations need barrier removal policies to address the excessive and unwarranted college degree program completion...
Ayo Olufade
Mar 23, 20238 min read


What's Your Assessment of This STEAM Teacher? Now, Imagine the Impact of Scarcity of Resources.
Science teachers often face resource scarcity in their classrooms. These issues arise due to several factors such as a lack of funding to...
Ayo Olufade
Mar 11, 20233 min read


Black and Brown Male Teachers are Essential in Providing Cultural and Emotional Support.
If black males only make up 2% of teachers in the United States World Teachers' Day: Black men make up only 2% of teachers in the US. |...
Ayo Olufade
Mar 11, 20232 min read


My Humble Recommendation on How to Address Resource Scarcity For Teachers in The S.T.E.A.M. Fields.
Science teachers often face resource scarcity in their classrooms. These issues arise due to several factors such as a lack of funding to...
Ayo Olufade
Mar 10, 20233 min read


My Humble Recommendation on How to Address the Low Representation of Black Males in S.T.E.A.M.
The representation of black males in S.T.EA.M. (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) has historically been...
Ayo Olufade
Mar 10, 20233 min read


Getting to Know You!? Why Do Teachers Start With This Icebreaker Activity?
Why do teachers start with an icebreaker, "Getting to Know You," as an engagement and introduction exercise at the beginning of terms or...
Ayo Olufade
Mar 10, 20231 min read


Getting to Know You!? Why Do Teachers Start With This Icebreaker Activity?
Why do teachers start with an icebreaker, "Getting to Know You," as an engagement and introduction exercise at the beginning of terms or...
Ayo Olufade
Mar 10, 20231 min read


Where Are They Now? Ever Wonder If Your Former STEM Students Follow Thru with Pursuing STEM Degrees?
I am an educator. I have always wondered what ever happened to my former students in #steameducation. Do they ever follow through,...
Ayo Olufade
Mar 5, 20232 min read


How A Hobby Accidently Made A Normal African American Medical School Student Doctor an Influencer!
Do you have other hidden talents or knacks? Listen to this InTouch Think STEAM Careers Podcast episode about how a hobby accidentally...
Ayo Olufade
Feb 23, 20231 min read


Mission of InTouch - Think STEAM Careers Podcast
This is what my podcast, Intouch - Think STEAM Careers, is advocating - the BIPOC community to be part of STEAM innovation. Imagine a...
Ayo Olufade
Feb 19, 20231 min read


Outreach Supporting Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at NASA/Conversation with Dr. Douglas Terrier.
This month is Black History Month. And March is Women's History Month. These months will allow everyone to share, celebrate and...
Ayo Olufade
Feb 6, 20232 min read
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