Integrating Hands-on STEM Activities into the Everyday Classroom

Melissa Mann
Presenter
30
mins
Course length
Multi Device
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4.86
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Description

Are you looking for practical ways to infuse hands-on STEM activities into your everyday classroom instruction? Simple modifications to existing lesson plans can turn any subject into a STEM-rich learning experience. Join Melissa Mann for this timesaving, to the point session as we explore practical strategies to seamlessly integrate STEM activities across various subjects, such as science, math, language arts, and even social studies, providing students with real-world applications of their learning. Get ready to inspire your students to become innovative problem solvers and lifelong learners! Melissa's expertise in STEM and STEAM will equip you with the tools and resources you need to incorporate hands-on experiences into everyday classroom routines that will foster your students' curiosity and critical thinking skills while addressing core content standards.

Objectives

Recall the key components of effective hands-on STEM activities and how they can be integrated into the everyday classroom. Analyze the benefits of integrating hands-on STEM experiences into everyday instruction and their impact on student learning outcomes. Implement practical strategies for incorporating hands-on STEM activities into existing lesson plans, adapting instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners. Evaluate students' engagement and understanding of STEM concepts through hands-on activities, using formative

Key Take Aways

• Explore practical strategies for seamlessly integrating hands-on STEM activities into your existing lesson plans and curriculum. • Learn how to identify opportunities for STEM learning in everyday classroom activities and routines, fostering a culture of inquiry and exploration. • Discover effective ways to scaffold STEM activities to meet the diverse needs of learners and promote collaboration and teamwork among students. • Explore assessment strategies for evaluating students' understanding and engagement in hands-on STEM activities, using formative assessment data to inform instruction and provide targeted support.

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Melissa Mann

Melissa Mann, a fourth-grade teacher in the Madison County School System, has experience in general and collaborative education settings. With a Master’s in School Counseling, she has presented at various conferences, both in-person and virtual, for the past 15 years.
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