EESTEAM - Early Education STEAM - Pedagogical Innovations for STEM, STEAM, STREAM, and Differentiated Learning
Spark Young Minds with EESTEAM!
Empower young learners in STEM, STEAM & STREAM! This course equips early educators with innovative teaching strategies for differentiated learning. Nurture curiosity, creativity, and a love for lifelong learning! Join the EESTEAM movement!
More info: https://ka1stem.weebly.com/eesteam.html
Description
Ignite a Passion for Learning: EESTEAM in Early Education
Equip yourself to nurture the next generation of innovators! The EESTEAM course empowers early childhood educators with a treasure trove of pedagogical innovations designed to bring STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), STEAM (Arts integrated), and STREAM (Reading integrated) subjects to life in your classroom.
Cultivate a Thriving Learning Environment:
- Harness the Power of Play: Explore playful learning strategies that spark curiosity, ignite creativity, and make learning a joyful experience for young minds.
- Embrace Differentiation: Discover effective methods to cater to diverse learning styles and ensure all students are challenged and supported within the EESTEAM framework.
- Navigate STEM, STEAM, & STREAM: Gain a solid understanding of each approach and delve into practical strategies for integrating them seamlessly into your early childhood curriculum.
A World of Possibilities:
- Go Beyond the Textbook: Explore innovative teaching methods that encourage exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills through engaging hands-on activities.
- Foster a Love for Lifelong Learning: Learn how to nurture a growth mindset in your students, fostering a love for learning that extends far beyond the classroom.
This course is designed for:
- Early childhood educators (preschool, kindergarten, lower elementary)
- Curriculum developers passionate about early STEM education
- Educators seeking to integrate creative approaches into their teaching
No prior experience with STEM education is required! Through interactive workshops, playful activities, and real-world scenarios, you'll gain the confidence and skills to:
- Design engaging and age-appropriate STEM/STEAM/STREAM learning experiences.
- Differentiate your instruction to cater to the needs of all your young learners.
- Foster a love for exploration, discovery, and lifelong learning in your students.
Join the EESTEAM movement and watch your students blossom!
Learning objectives
Empower Young Learners with EESTEAM
By the end of the EESTEAM course, you will be able to:
- Articulate the core principles of EESTEAM and its application in fostering a love for STEM, STEAM, and STREAM subjects in early learners.
- Design engaging and age-appropriate learning experiences that integrate Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Arts (STEAM), and Reading (STREAM) in a playful and meaningful way.
- Implement effective differentiation strategies within your EESTEAM lessons to cater to the diverse learning styles, abilities, and interests of your young students.
- Facilitate hands-on activities and playful learning experiences that encourage exploration, problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity in a nurturing early childhood environment.
- Select and utilize a variety of instructional materials and resources to support the implementation of EESTEAM principles in your classroom.
- Assess student learning through formative and summative methods aligned with your EESTEAM curriculum and differentiated objectives.
- Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices, troubleshoot challenges, and build a supportive network of EESTEAM educators.
This course equips you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to create a dynamic and engaging learning environment where all young learners can thrive within the EESTEAM framework, fostering a lifelong love for learning and discovery.
More info: https://ka1stem.weebly.com/eesteam.html
Methodology & assessment
The EESTEAM course prioritizes a playful and engaging approach that equips you to bring STEM, STEAM, and STREAM concepts to life for your young learners:
- Interactive Workshops & Playful Activities: Engage in discussions, participate in hands-on simulations of EESTEAM activities, and collaborate with peers to brainstorm innovative lesson ideas that incorporate playful learning strategies.
- Case Studies & Real-World Exploration: Delve into successful EESTEAM implementation examples in early childhood classrooms, analyze their effectiveness, and explore how to adapt them to your specific context.
- Resource Exploration & Technology Integration: Discover a treasure trove of online resources, age-appropriate educational apps, and playful learning materials that can enhance your EESTEAM lessons and cater to diverse learning styles.
Assessment focuses on practical application and empowering you to implement EESTEAM in your classroom:
- EESTEAM Lesson Plan Design: Develop a sample EESTEAM lesson plan that integrates age-appropriate STEM/STEAM/STREAM concepts, incorporates playful learning strategies, and caters to differentiated learning needs within your early childhood classroom.
- Peer Review & Collaboration: Share your lesson plan with peers and instructors, receiving constructive feedback to refine your EESTEAM approach and ensure its effectiveness in fostering a love for learning in your young students.
This methodology ensures you not only gain theoretical knowledge but also walk away with a practical toolkit of playful learning activities, resources, and the confidence to implement EESTEAM effectively in your classroom, nurturing a generation of curious and enthusiastic lifelong learners.
Certification details
Recognition for Your EESTEAM Expertise
Successful course completion awards you a Certificate of Completion, acknowledging your expertise in implementing the EESTEAM framework. This certificate showcases your commitment to fostering a love for STEM, STEAM, and STREAM subjects in your young learners through innovative and playful teaching strategies.
We also support Europass Mobility to document your professional development experience in EESTEAM. This standardized document enhances your professional profile and facilitates recognition across European Union countries.
Please note: While this course provides valuable knowledge and skills, it may not fulfill continuing education credit requirements for every region. We recommend checking with your local educational authority for specific details.
Pricing, packages and other information
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Price:400Euro
Additional information
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Language:English
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Target audience ISCED:Early childhood education (ISCED 0)Primary education (ISCED 1)Lower secondary education (ISCED 2)
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Target audience type:TeacherPedagogical AdviserTeacher Educator
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Learning time:20-25 hours
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