Developing an Active STEM Learning Environment
Staff Development Guide
Training Situation: Training (large group)
Length: 60 minutes
Objectives: Participants will compare Glurch and Oobleck to learn how to engage youth in active learning.
Agenda:
- Welcome – 5 minutes
- Introduction – 20 minutes
- Active STEM Reflection
- See the Skill in Action – 10 minutes
- Active Engagement by Youth Video-Based Learning Module
- Hands-on Learning – 20 minutes
- Glurch & Oobleck Activity
- Tournament of Properties
- Conclusion – 5 minutes
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Education Item
Confronting My Own Biases
Participants will take a Project Implicit test in order to reflect on the needs of nondominant youth in their program.
Education Item
Strategies for Making All Youth Feel Included
Participants will view the DIVEE Video-Based Learning Module and identify strategies for facilitating inclusive learning experiences.