Integrating STEM Education into Classrooms
Countries have been in global competition to constantly produce newer and better services and products, especially in fastest-growing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) fields which are closely linked with our health, safety, economic well-being, and quality of life. To meet and sustain the workforce demand in these fields, they have begun to adopt STEM practices, curriculum, and
Description
Course Content
Day1Theoretical Framework of STEM Education
- Introduction
- Ice-breaking activities/ team building
- Identifying learner needs and expectations
- 21st century learning: Preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s workforce
- What is STEM education?
- Importance of STEM education
- Components of successful STEM education
- Integration of STEM education into schools
Day2Hands-on STEM Activities- Easy Level
- Engaging in STEM practices addressing diverse majors of the participants.
Day3Hands-on STEM Activities- Moderate/Hard Level
- Engaging in STEM practices addressing diverse majors of the participants.
Day4Creating STEM Lesson Plans
- Characteristics of effective STEM lesson plans
- Steps for STEM Lesson Planning
- Discussing sample STEM lesson plans
- Designing a STEM lesson plan (team-work)
Day5Presentation and Evaluation of STEM Lesson Plans
- Presentation of STEM lesson plans developed collaboratively
- Evaluation of STEM lesson plans using the STEM Lesson Plan Rubric
Suggestions for Integrating STEM into your practice
- Sharing good practice and ideas for STEM integration addressing diverse majors such as science, mathematics, environmental, engineering and technology education
General Evaluation and Closure
- Discussion & Feedback
- Certification of Attendance
- Closure
Learning objectives
This training aims to inspire and equip the participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to design, implement, and evaluate effective STEM practices, innovative STEM learning tools, and tips to integrate STEM education into the classrooms. Participants will also be provided insight into how to make STEM education more powerful to support students’ motivation, engagement, and learning in STEM fields. Upon successful completion of the training, the participants will be able to:
- Develop basic understanding on STEM education, including its importance and potential benefits
- Explain the main components of successful STEM practices
- Discover how to design, implement, and evaluate STEM practices addressing different levels of learners
- Explore how to design STEM practices using everyday materials
- Use the engineering design process to effectively solve design challenges
- Debate how to engage students and help them develop 21st century skills (e.g., critical thinking, problem solving, communication, cooperation, creativity and innovation) through STEM activities
- Explore innovative ways to integrate STEM practices into their own teaching
- Develop STEM lesson plans and evaluate the lesson plans using rubric
- Exchange good practices and discuss challenges with fellow colleagues and the trainers.
Methodology & assessment
Certification details
Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa certificate of attendance
Pricing, packages and other information
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Course package content:
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Additional information:Description of the services and activities included in the course package (such as accommodation, meals, transport) or available at extra cost.
Additional information
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Language:English
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Target audience ISCED:Primary education (ISCED 1)Lower secondary education (ISCED 2)Upper secondary education (ISCED 3)
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Target audience type:Head Teacher / PrincipalTeacherTeacher Educator
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Learning time:15-20 hours
