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Essential elements of STEM

Science Technology Engineering Math

Personalized Learning Problem - Based RIgourous Learning

Stem provides opportunities Learning Career,
STEM provides an environment where
where students can pursue Students learn the content student engages in higher cognitive level of Technology and
their interests and follow
their curiosities.As a result,
by solving problems as
they would in their future
thinking and creativity. This rigourous Life Skills
students are intrinsically workplaces. Content is learning environment prepares students to As students engage
motivated to learn and presented with a
reach their full potential. in design process
grow. contextual understanding.
and problem
solving during
external community STEM, they
School Community & Belonging This non-instructional develop the life
This non-instructional support allows students element of STEM provides a
skills they need to
to develop their social and personal skills. great opportunity to bring
apply in their
Strong school culture, support and positive real world into the
learning environment fosters a sense of classroom. Students can careers .
belonging at the school. learn from experts, field
trips, outreach programs
etc. Students begin to
develop an understanding ESSENTIAL Factors
Staff foundations of how classroom content
Factors such as family
In addition to the instructional factors and non-instructional factors, supporting
applies to the world
staff is also an important element of STEM. STEM requires time/effort and staff involvement, financial restrictions,
that feels supported by administration will thrive implementing this pedagogy.
political factors can also affect the
It is important for district and school staff to support each other and make
resources such as workshops, collaboration time and department release days efficiecy of STEM
available so effective lessons can be developed.