Contemporary practices in STEM education
STEMinar Series 2017
Monash Education
Description
The Engaging STEM Education seminar series intends to explore various aspects of STEM education with a focus on implications for learning and teaching. The final in this series for 2017 challenges us to think about the possibilities inherent in this construct by questioning - what are the contemporary practices underpinning Primary STEM education?
A panel of educators will provide practical insights into their thinking and experiences while focusing on: - classroom planning and teaching - building partnerships with outside organisations to enhance STEM education - strategic approaches for sharing STEM experience and expertise.
Discussion Panel
Dr Kathy Smith - Senior Lecturer, Monash University
Dr Angela Fitzgerald - Director Professional Experience, Monash University
Dr Jennifer Mansfield - Lecturer, Monash University
Alexandra Ogloff - Classroom Teacher, St Joseph's Primary School, Hawthorn
Jordyn Whittington - STEM Leader & Classroom Teacher, Scoresby Primary School
Jaclyn Rooney - Head of Content Stile Education
Ben Liu - Learning Engagement Manager, Wildlife & Conservation Science, Zoos Victoria
Lucas Johnson - STEM Leader & Classroom Teacher, St James Catholic Primary School, Brighton
Shelley Waldon - Project Officer, Science & Innovation, Catholic Education Services
Heather Ablett - Head of Primary School, The Knox School