What is STEM?
STEM = Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. It involves a lot of hands-on, problem-based and performance-based activities that provide students with opportunities to collaborate with their peers, utilize and explore their creativity and apply their critical thinking skills.
The main components of a STEM lesson activity include:​
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A problem to solve - ASK Q'S
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Group collaboration - IMAGINE & PLAN
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Design challenge - CREATE & TEST
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Communication of findings - PRESENT
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Reflection of solutions - REFLECT
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Opportunity to redesign - IMPROVE
WAI'ANAE ELEMENTARY
School Address:
STEM Lab Room G-102
85-220 McArthur Street
Waianae, HI 96792
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School Phone #:
Tel: (808) 305-2900
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Website:
BROWSE THROUGH...
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STANDARDS FOR LEARNING: