5 ways STEM boosts children’s self-confidence
Early STEM education is much more than learning about science, technology, engineering and maths. How does early STEM exploration help the children develop their self-confidence?
Reflect
Below we share our thoughts on pedagogy and inquiry-based STEM learning. Join us in investigating questions like: How can I provide good mathematical learning when my own experience of the subject in school was so negative? Or how does STEM help to grow children’s self-confidence?
If you are interested in more in-depth discussions of a variety of topics relating to early childhood education, have a look at our upcoming STEM Hour webinars.
Fresh air, free play and focused minds
Free unstructured outdoor play is important for children’s motor, social skills and language development. How do educators best balance guidance and safety with free exploration?
STEM leaders in early childhood education
Find out how inquiry-based practices support the STEM learning experience. Every educator – including you! – can facilitate joyful STEM education in early childhood services.
Integrating Indigenous perspectives
Integrating Indigenous perspectives into early childhood environments brings benefits for all children, as well as educators. Some ideas may help shape a more holistic approach.
What to do with a dinosaur question
It is possible to take an inquiry-based approach to fact-based questions about dinosaurs, as Hayley demonstrates with a few example scenarios where the fact does not end the questioning but starts new conversations.
Dinosaurs: Facts vs process
Many children are interested in dinosaurs and have many questions about them. Rather than just telling them the facts, how can we integrate these questions into a meaningful inquiry-based learning environment?
Establishing inquiry-based learning environments
Children have ideas and opinions and a right to be heard, especially in matters that affect their future, such as climate change. Inquiry-based learning supports children’s ability to express themselves.
Climate change challenges – Raising environmentally conscious children
Heike presents a positive approach to getting children involved in tackling climate change by empowering them to take action without making them feel anxious about the future.
Gender-irrelevant education
How can self-awareness contribute to overcoming gender bias in early childhood and work towards achieving gender parity in university subject selection? Find out what you can do.