The following essay will introduce Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics in Elementary and Middle School in the International school focusing on the Primary and Middle Years Programme to encourage students to explore various projects. In this essay, the way one would use assessment criteria to promote STEM in the class with specific reference to an egg project the students are concluding is being discussed. Teachers can present a range of activities that integrate all aspects of STEM including testing and assessing the students through formative assessments being used regularly and consistently in the classroom. Students are able to reflect on their learning and teachers will know what instructional approaches worked positively in the classroom.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Abstract
- Introduction
- Learning Goals/Objectives
- Learning Activity
- Various Approaches to Teaching and Learning (ATL) skills
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay explores the integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) into elementary and middle school education through a hands-on egg drop project. The project aims to promote collaborative learning, research skills, and critical thinking while encouraging students to apply their knowledge of gravity and design principles.
- Integrating STEM concepts into elementary and middle school curriculum
- Promoting collaborative learning and group work
- Developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills through practical experimentation
- Encouraging the use of technology for research and presentation
- Fostering international mindedness through collaborative projects
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Abstract: This section introduces the essay's focus on STEM education in an international school setting, specifically highlighting the use of assessment criteria to encourage student exploration through projects.
- Introduction: The introduction outlines the purpose of the essay, which is to present a lesson plan for a STEM project focused on assessment. This lesson plan is designed for middle school students in Thailand, with a focus on fostering collaborative learning and engagement.
- Learning Goals/Objectives: This section describes the specific learning objectives for the egg drop project, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, understanding gravity, and applying scientific concepts to practical design challenges. Students will be expected to research gravity, design and build egg protectors, and present their findings through PowerPoint presentations.
- Learning Activity: This chapter delves into the details of the egg drop project, outlining the steps students will take, from researching Newton's Law of Gravity to designing their egg protectors and presenting their findings. The chapter also discusses how differentiation will be implemented to cater to different learning styles and abilities.
- Various Approaches to Teaching and Learning (ATL) skills: This section highlights the specific ATL skills students will develop through the project, including social skills, research skills, thinking skills, self-management skills, and communication skills.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This essay focuses on the integration of STEM education, assessment criteria, collaborative learning, and project-based learning within an international school setting. Key concepts include Newton's Law of Gravity, design thinking, group work, technology integration, and the development of 21st-century skills.
- Citation du texte
- Dr. Mario Maxwell Müller (Auteur), 2022, Using Assessment Criteria within STEM, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1283163
