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Family Engagement in Stem Education
How to Encourage Your Students
to Pursue STEM Education?
Looking for tips on how to get your students interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)?
Look no further!
To encourage students to pursue STEM education, parents and caregivers play a critical role. Here are some updated strategies specifically tailored for parents and caregivers to support and inspire children in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
With Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) becoming more and more important, here are some great tips from organizations promoting STEM learning:
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Four Tips for Getting Kids Interested in Science and Tech
http://www.supportingeducation.org/2017/01/09/tips-get-kids-interested-science-tech-stem/
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Study: To Get High School Students Interested in STEM, Invest in Parents
"When parents of high schoolers are given guidance on how to talk about the importance of science and math, their children are more likely to score well on a STEM standardized test and, years later, pursue a STEM career, according to a recent study from the University of Virginia and the University of Wisconsin-Madison.” http://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/curriculum/2017/03/stem_parents_study.html
step by step
How to Find School, After School, and Summer Programs for your children-Navigating NC Stem Center?
Step 1: Go to the Website
Visit the NC STEM Center website.
Step 2: Determine What You’re Looking For
The NC STEM Center categorizes its offerings into:
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Explore "Opportunities" There’s a dedicated Opportunities section where you can enter keywords to explore all available STEM opportunities such as camps, workshops, competitions, and more. Use the built-in search to filter results by topic, location, date, and type of activity
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"News" Section You’ll find a News tab that provides regular updates on STEM in North Carolina—background stories, program developments, and relevant news.
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"About" Section Learn more about the NC STEM Center: its history, collaborators, partners, and the NC STEM Center FAQ where you can find answers to questions about joining the Center and other related inquiries.
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"Contact" Section If you want more information, visit the Contact section where you can fill out a form to request additional details or ask questions about opportunities and available resources.
Step 3: Navigate Through the Website
Learn More About STEM in North Carolina
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Home Page: Contains information about the NC STEM Center and What’s happening in STEM.
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Opportunities: Here you can enter keywords to explore all available STEM opportunities such as camps, workshops, competitions, and more. Use the built-in search to filter results by topic, location, date, and type of activity
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News: You’ll find a News tab that provides regular updates on STEM in North Carolina, background stories, program developments, and relevant news.
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About: Learn more about the NC STEM Center, history, collaborators, partners, and the NC STEM Center FAQ where you can find answers to questions about joining the Center and other related inquiries.
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Contact: If you want more information, visit the Contact section where you can fill out a form to request additional details or ask questions about opportunities and available resources.
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For questions about the NC STEM Center, a project of the NC Science, Mathematics & Technology Education Center, please complete this form
Family activities to engage Stem Skills
Searching for fun STEM activities to do with your kids? Involve the whole family in STEM learning while having fun with interesting activities that will keep everyone engaged! Home STEM projects and activities are a great way to spend time with your children while stimulating their interest in STEM.
Here are a few links to websites with great STEM activities for you and your family:
This site offers fun, hands-on STEM activities designed to engage children and inspire their curiosity about the world of science and technology.
Career in STEM - Top Five Summer STEM Activities for Kids & Families
Find a list of exciting and easy-to-do STEM activities you can try with your kids during summer or any time of year! Great for fostering a passion for STEM
The STEM Laboratory
Discover a variety of creative STEM activities for kids on this site, including experiments, games, and projects that help develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
STEM Activities for Kids // Playdough to Plato
Playdough to Plato offers simple and fun STEM activities for kids, from building projects to learning about scientific concepts. These activities are perfect for younger children and beginners in STEM.
These resources will provide you with engaging STEM activities that are easy to do at home and will keep your kids interested and excited about learning! Whether it's experimenting with new projects or diving into cool science experiments, these ideas will spark creativity and build STEM skills for your kids while having fun as a family.
