Experiential Learning
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Activities
August 27, 2020
STEM activities are opportunities for students to engage in learning in a manner that is practical, applicable, reflective, and participatory relating to science, technology, engineering, and math.
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Activities
What does it look like?
STEM activities are opportunities for students to engage in learning in a manner that is practical, applicable, reflective, and participatory relating to science, technology, engineering, and math.
Benefits
Students and Families
Provides opportunity for exploration for students interested in experience, skills, and requirements related to an interest, passion, or opportunity, particularly in the field of STEM
Employers and Community
Can promote youth engagement and heighten the profile of community, work, or an interest that serves as the focus for the activity
Develops interest and further exploration related to a workplace or community opportunity
Educators
Provides meaningful, curriculum-related experience for students
Can promote student engagement/motivation/collaboration
Considerations
Students and Families
Promotes exploration of the opportunities and relevance of studies to areas of interest in STEM
May be particularly engaging for those who appreciate more in-depth opportunity to learn and explore related to STEM
Employers and Community
Projects may require liaison with educators to encourage a safe, meaningful, and engaging experience for all participants
Educators
Allows for close work with other partners, particularly students, to make curricular connections within STEM activities