STEM at John Bramston

 

John Bramston now has a STEM Club.

STEM is an approach to learning and development that combines the subjects of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

Students learn problem-solving, creating, critical analysis, team work, independent thinking, initiative, digital literacy, communication, innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.

Below you can see the STEM subjects and the skills developed within them.

By engaging with the club, children will develop the skills needed to effectively solve STEM problems by following these 6 simple steps....

1. ASK 

• What is the problem?
• What do you know already?
• What are your limits?

2. IMAGINE

• Brainstorm solutions
• Research ideas
• Choose the best solution

3. PLAN

• Draw and label your design solution
• Make a list of materials and tools you will need
• Make a list of each step of the process
• Note any hazards or dangers

4. CREATE

• Follow your design plan to create your solution

5. TEST

• Put your design solution through a test
• Make notes about how your design could be improved

6. IMPROVE

• Use your notes from the test to improve your design solution

The 6 steps work as a cycle and can be applied to almost all STEM projects and problems.

With STEM, comes exciting opportunities for children to learn new and innovative things and I am excited to see where we can take STEM within John Bramston Primary School.

Ms Piper - Design and Technology Subject Lead