Episode 1: The Power of Teamwork in Engineering
In this episode of Empowering Engineering Educators, host Joe Hanson sits down with Nefertiti Strickland, a cyber technology strategist, military officer, and adjunct professor, to explore how teamwork and collaboration are essential to success in STEM, engineering, and education.
With a career spanning military service, cybersecurity, business innovation, and education, Nefertiti has dedicated her work to bridging communities, fostering leadership, and advancing STEM education. From her role as a K-12 Cybersecurity Career Ambassador with the National Institute of Standards and Technology to leading Teachers & Designed to Disrupt, she is reshaping how educators and students approach emerging technologies and teamwork.
In this episode
🔹 How military leadership principles translate to teamwork in STEM and education
🔹 The importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in the future of engineering
🔹 How educators can integrate project-based learning and teamwork into their classrooms
🔹 Building diverse and inclusive teams for innovation and problem-solving
🔹 The role of AI, cybersecurity, and blockchain in shaping tomorrow’s engineers
Nefertiti’s unique perspective as a leader, educator, and innovator highlights how teamwork is not just a skill but a core pillar of success in engineering and education. She shares actionable strategies for educators to build collaborative learning environments, foster real-world problem-solving skills, and prepare students for the rapidly evolving landscape of STEM careers.
Brought to you by Siemens
This episode is presented by Siemens Digital Industries Software, your partner in transforming high school engineering education. Explore Siemens’ project-based curriculum, advanced engineering software, classroom management tools, and professional development resources—designed to empower the next generation of innovators.
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🎧 Tune in now to learn how teamwork can drive success in STEM education and beyond!
About Empowering Engineering Education
Hosted by PBS’s Joe Hanson (Be Smart), this podcast explores strategies, insights and resources for high school engineering classrooms. Hear from educators and experts as they share project-based learning techniques, real-world applications and innovative ways to make engineering exciting and accessible for all students.
Empowering Engineering Educators
“Empowering Engineering Educators” is an insider’s guide to transforming engineering education. Hosted by PBS’s Joe Hanson (Be Smart), this bi-weekly podcast delivers practical strategies, expert insights, and game-changing resources for high school engineering classrooms. Each 45-minute episode features leading educators and industry experts sharing real-world applications, project-based learning techniques, and innovative teaching methods that make engineering accessible and exciting for all students. From facilitating group projects to integrating cutting-edge technology, we’re here to help you inspire the next generation of engineers.
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