Imagine a course to spark the interest of your students in impressive science & technology museums as they interact with real-world exhibits, explore the wonders of human progress, and immerse themselves in the very heart of innovation. From the dinousaur footsteps in Pyrenees to the impressive water dams regulating floods in metropolitan Barcelona, our training will empower you to create learning experiences that ignite a passion for STEM.
Exploring innovative teaching techniques that bring science and technology to life guided by expert educators may inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers.
📍 Venue: Barcelona, Castelldefels-Barcelona – Pyrenees (Berga-Barcelona)
🗓️ 3 days onsite
🖥️ 2 sessions online 📶 All levels 📘 3 modules
🧑🎓 max. 10 students
🪙 Prize: 450 euro / participant
Dates: 25-27 March 2024 · 12-14 August 2024 · 19-23 August 2024
Science&Technology Museums for STEM Learning is an original journey that transcends traditional classrooms, where textbooks come to life. In our fast-paced, ever-evolving world, Science & Technology Museums offer a dynamic gateway to STEM education, and we’re here to equip you with the keys to unlock its full potential.
About
Methodology.
This course employs interactive museum experiences, expert-led workshops, curriculum integration, and collaborative learning to empower educators in creating dynamic STEM education for schools using Science & Technology Museums. Participants will leave with a toolkit of resources and lesson plans ready for implementation in their classrooms.
Objectives.
- Equip teachers with innovative methods to deliver engaging and effective STEM education, utilizing the resources available in Science & Technology Museums.
- Empower teachers to ignite students’ passion for science and technology by creating unusual learning experiences.
Alignment with Erasmus+ priorities.
- Improving the quality of STEM education through innovative teaching techniques, fostering more engaging and effective learning experiences for students.
- Inspiring school teachers to explore STEM subjects creatively, aligning with Erasmus+’s emphasis on nurturing innovative and creative thinking.
Target.
Primary and secondary school educators.
Fee includes.
Small materials, transfers to museums and entrance tickets, 3 coffee breaks, 2 lunches, 1 dinner and guided tour.
Modules
Module 1: Introduction to Museum opportunities in STEM Education
Introduction to the importance of museums in STEM education, understanding the role of museum educators. Guided visit to a dinosaur museum with a focus on geology, dinosaur fossils and paleontology. Interactive learning activities with museum educators, exploring how to engage students in hands-on experiences.
Module 2. Crosscurricular integration
Insights and educational strategies related to how to integrate crosscurricular approaches between Social Sciences, Art, Technology and Natural Sciences. Practical workshops in a museified coal mine, focusing on STEM-related activities related to geology and energy, and how they link to Social Sciences and Art. Development of engaging lesson plans and activities for students.
Module 3. Designing STEM Curriculum
Introduction to hydroelectric power generation and its role in sustainable energy. Visit to a water dam facility, guided by experts, to understand the working principles of hydroelectric power and how they impact the natural environment, history and cultural heritage. Production of comprehensive lesson plans and project ideas.