STEM Presentation- ELM T4

STEM Classroom in K-12 education

Introduction

The goal of the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) initiative is to

encourage children in grades K-12 to pursue degrees and professions in these areas. Aiming to

cultivate inquisitive minds, logical reasoning, and collaborative abilities, STEM education also

seeks to impart subject-specific knowledge (Li et al, 2020).

One of the topics integrated in K-12 STEM classroom is probability. Probability is covered

under mathematics and equips students with necessary skills needed in making appropriate

predictions based on the prevailing chances.

STEM classroom instructions

The following links leads to videos illustrating the nature of a STEM classroom based on the

instructions approach followed.

Learn about STEM education and its unique approach to teaching and learning:

https://www.britannica.com/video/193418/overview-STEM-education

STEM integration in K-12 education: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlPJ48simtE

Presentation Tools

 PowerPoint: Provides reliable platform to illustrate concepts and approaches used in

solving mathematical and probability problems. Through visual representation, it is easier

to follow up methodologies as taught in class (Martín‐Páez et al, 2019).

 Canva: Assist students and teachers in creating graphical designs and representations to

illustrate probability problems and solutions.

 Google slides: With increased reliance of online platforms in making presentations,

Google slides assist students in presenting data in class easier through the use if web-

based platforms.

Information websites

The following websites provides resources used in STEM classroom as well as understanding of

STEM classroom education for parents to understand with clarity the expectations of the

education program.

1. Reading Rockets (start with a book): https://www.startwithabook.org/

2. Scholastic Learn at Home: https://www.scholastic.com/parents/school-success/learn-at-

home.html

3. Reading Rockets (literacy in the sciences): https://www.readingrockets.org/literacy-

home/literacy-tips-activities/literacy-sciences

Technology resources

Tablets: In ensuring students understand probability concepts as taught, tablets will be used in

engaging students with practical designing activities.

Laptop: Students will be issued with laptops to share among themselves in accessing notes and

visual examples on the concept.

Reference

Li, Y., Wang, K., Xiao, Y., & Froyd, J. E. (2020). Research and trends in STEM education: A

systematic review of journal publications. International journal of STEM education, 7(1),

1-16.

Martín‐Páez, T., Aguilera, D., Perales‐Palacios, F. J., & Vílchez‐González, J. M. (2019). What

are we talking about when we talk about STEM education? A review of

literature. Science Education, 103(4), 799-822.