Hands on STEM: lessons from early childhood education

Nov 12, 2019 - Nov 12, 2019

Monash University 19 Ancora Imparo Way, Clayton VIC 3800

Hands on STEM: lessons from early childhood education

Nov 12 2019

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The early years contexts are a haven for nurturing creativity and curiosity. Positive experiences with STEM in the early years promotes greater STEM engagement later in life. Lessons can be drawn from the early years sector about ways educators can promote positive learning experiences for students across other education contexts.

This STEMinar will showcase a panel of experts from early years contexts to discuss the conditions that are effective for supporting positive experiences with STEM education through early years to secondary school. Come and share your experiences and questions - we look forward to seeing you.

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