Tinkering and Toying with STEM: Exploration and Discovery Through STEM, STEAM & STREAM

STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math; STEAM – Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math; STREAM – Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Math. Regardless of your acronym, STEM activities are bound to be a hit with children as they encourage problem-solving, exploration, creativity, discovery, trial and error, and collaboration! Children are naturally curious and want to try things out to see what happens. So, we must provide these rich, playful learning opportunities to build on this natural instinct to explore and learn. Let them take the reigns on these activities as we take a step back and move away from teacher demonstrations to child led explorations!

Objectives:

• Define STEM and its importance to early childhood
• Explore the best practices for engaging children in STEM activities.
• Learn how to plan play experiences to support each component of STEM
• Examine reflections of STEM learning with children

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Registration closes 24 hours in advance!
• PD funding available to eligible participants.
• This workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.
• You will need access to a smartphone, laptop, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.
• A link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.
• Certificate of participation will be available to registered participants.
• All registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.
• E-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca

Zoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.