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Introduction to Teaching Secondary STEM
SecondaryYear 7 - 12MathematicsScienceTechnologyInformation and Communication Technologies
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Course Summary
Course Content
Getting Started
01.
Introduction
02.
Set some learning goals
What is STEM and Why is it Important?
03.
What is STEM?
04.
STEM in the 21st Century
05.
STEM in the real world
06.
Heston's dinner in space
07.
STEM in the workforce
Incorporating STEM into Your Classroom
08.
Principles of STEM education
09.
Multi-disciplinary projects
10.
Making STEM relatable
11.
Capturing student interest
12.
Learning from mistakes
13.
Collaborating and working in teams
14.
STEM equipment and materials
Your Teaching
15.
Teaching tips
16.
Cool lesson plans
Reflection
17.
Reflection
18.
Taxonomy of learning
19.
Suggestions for collaboration
20.
Congratulations
Course Writers
Leanne Vastbinder is a Victorian Science teacher of over 9 years who has created and taught a range of science courses including biology, environmental science and integrated STEM programs. With a passion for all things science, Leanne views STEM education as a vital component of 21st century learning. In her teaching she nurtures curiosity and innovation, incorporates relatable, engaging content and aims to create independent learners.
Mark Drummond from Cool Australia is your course teacher. He has worked in the education sector for over 11 years as a classroom teacher, Leader of Pedagogy within an Ed-Tech start-up and as an educational consultant. Mark is an absolute science nerd and loves talking about dinosaurs as much as he loves talking about education (which is a lot)!