Bringing engineering to the primary classroom SL350 / RA02
Summary
Teaching engineering in primary schools provides inspiring opportunities to empower young children to solve real world problems in creative ways and use skills essential for future STEM careers. Explore the benefits of engineering in primary schools and includes project ideas to bring the wonder of engineering into the classroom.
Discover how to empower young learners to think like engineers, solve real-world problems, and develop creative problem-solving skills. Explore how you can engage children in the engineering design process, through injecting authenticity and relevance into their learning experiences.
Who is it for?
Primary teachers and subject leaders.
What topics are covered?
- The benefits of teaching engineering in the primary classroom
- Engineering habits of mind and the design process
- Project ideas using real-world contexts to develop creative problem solving
How will you learn?
This course is delivered virtually using MS teams
How long is this course?
90 minutes
Who is the course leader?
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Rachel Jackson
I am a primary specialist, based at STEM learning in York. As a primary specialist, I have different areas of interest within the STEM subjects. I...
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Outcomes
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- Apply skills and concepts from STEM subjects to engineering projects
- Link engineering and the design process into learning
- Use real-world contexts to develop creative problem solving
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
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| 1 Bringing engineering to the primary classroom | 23 May 2025 | 16:00-17:30 | Virtual |
Actions
Cost
| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£100.00 +VAT |
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| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£100.00 +VAT |
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