Interdisciplinary Teaching with STEM
School Education • 10 Day • €80
Preparation
- Once accepted to the course, participants will be directed to an online platform where they will have access to basic information, articles, videos and other resources related to STEM education and interdisciplinary approach.
- Participants will be sent a document with examples of STEM activities and projects and a list of resources providing information on STEM practices suitable for different age groups.
- Prior to the course, an online meeting will be organized with the participants and detailed information about the course program, expectations, use of the online platform and other logistical information will be provided.
Course Description
This course aims to provide teachers, educators and education professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills in STEM education and interdisciplinary approach. The course will provide detailed information and practical applications on the basic principles of STEM education, integration of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, development of 21st century skills such as problem solving, critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication, design and implementation of STEM activities and projects, assessment and feedback.
Objectives of the Course
- To familiarize participants with STEM education and interdisciplinary approach.
- To strengthen basic knowledge and skills in STEM fields.
- To develop 21st century skills such as problem solving, critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
- To gain the ability to design and implement STEM activities and projects suitable for different age groups.
- To be able to use evaluation and feedback methods in STEM education.
- Develop strategies to integrate STEM education into their own educational environments.
Methodology
- Interactive presentations and discussions
- Group work and project-based learning
- Workshops and hands-on activities
- Experiments and observations
- Technology integration and digital tools
- Review of sample lesson plans and materials
- Expert guest speeches
- Online forums and discussion groups
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course;
- will be able to explain the basic principles of STEM education and the importance of interdisciplinary approach.
- Design and implement lesson plans and activities integrating science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
- Use strategies to develop 21st century skills such as problem solving, critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
- will be able to design, implement and evaluate STEM activities and projects suitable for different age groups.
- will be able to use technology integration and digital tools effectively in STEM education.
- will be able to develop strategies to integrate STEM education into their own educational environments.
Following
- Participants will complete an online evaluation questionnaire at the end of the course and provide feedback on the effectiveness of the course.
- After the course, participants will be able to stay in touch with each other and the trainers through the online platform, share their experiences and receive support.
- Participants will be encouraged to apply the acquired knowledge and skills in their own educational settings and to develop and share their STEM practices.
- Participants will be invited to participate in future STEM activities and projects.
Daily schedule of training activities:
Day 1
Welcome and introduction
STEM education: Basic principles and interdisciplinary approach
Century skills and STEM education
Activity: Brainstorming, group discussion
STEM education: Basic principles and interdisciplinary approach
Century skills and STEM education
Activity: Brainstorming, group discussion
Day 2
Science and engineering applications
Design of experiments and scientific process skills
Activity: Simple machines, physics experiments
Design of experiments and scientific process skills
Activity: Simple machines, physics experiments
Day 3
Technology and coding
Robotics and automation
Event: Coding workshop, robot design
Robotics and automation
Event: Coding workshop, robot design
Day 4
Math and problem solving
Mathematical modeling and data analysis
Activities: Math games, problem solving activities
Mathematical modeling and data analysis
Activities: Math games, problem solving activities
Day 5
STEM activities and project examples
Applications suitable for different age groups
Activity: STEM project presentations, group work
Applications suitable for different age groups
Activity: STEM project presentations, group work
Day 6
Assessment and feedback in STEM education
Evaluation of student projects
Activity: Review of assessment tools, giving feedback
Evaluation of student projects
Activity: Review of assessment tools, giving feedback
Day 7
Technology integration in STEM education
Digital tools and online resources
Event: Educational technology workshop, virtual reality applications
Digital tools and online resources
Event: Educational technology workshop, virtual reality applications
Day 8
Interdisciplinary project design and implementation
Cooperative learning and teamwork
Activity: STEM project development, presentation and evaluation
Cooperative learning and teamwork
Activity: STEM project development, presentation and evaluation
Day 9
Integrate STEM education into their own educational environment
Action plan preparation and implementation
Activity: School-based STEM projects, individual action plan
Action plan preparation and implementation
Activity: School-based STEM projects, individual action plan
Day 10
Course evaluation and closing
Certificate ceremony and farewell
Activity: Feedback collection, future plans
Certificate ceremony and farewell
Activity: Feedback collection, future plans
Target Audience
This course is suitable for teachers, educators, school administrators and all professionals working in the field of education at pre-school, primary, middle and high school levels.
