Aled, one of my teacher friends who reviewed the STEM book, pointed out that the ‘E’ bit (for Engineering) was a bit under represented on the website and in the book. (Aled trained as an engineer and now teaches Design and Technology which was why he felt aggrieved). By way of reassurance to Aled and Full Article…
STEMbites
We really like a new series of on-line STEM resources called STEMbites. Andrew Vanden Heuvel has created them by wearing Google glasses to ‘see’ the world in terms of the maths and science in his environment. They are best suited to 11 – 14 year olds but simple enough for primary children as long as Full Article…
STEM Handbook
The 3rd in our TACCLE2 series of books “E-Learning for Teachers of STEM” is now ready in its English version. This book is targeted specifically at secondary school STEM teachers. We believe it is one of the first that addresses the specific needs of those teachers wanting some practical ideas on how to introduce and Full Article…
Useful STEM links and resources
There are loads of teaching resources already out there so before you re-invent the wheel check out these sites for ideas and resources, and please give back to the community by sharing your own experiences, tips, ideas and resources. http://pinterest.com/angelarees/stem/ has loads of fun ideas for using in the classroom. http://www.tes.co.uk/secondary-teaching-resources/ is a great source for shared Full Article…
Awesome Reactions !
Although this is not ‘Web 2.0’ crelated, I thought you might enjoy the video! Post by Veerendra Chandrappa.
Blokify – best 3D printer idea. Ever.
Actually, the only reason why I wrote the last post ‘I want one of those’ about 3D printers was that I wanted to post this about Blokify, which actually needs a 3D printer! It is a standing joke in the Pontydysgu office that I am officially boss of toys while the rest of them get on with Full Article…