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🦗🎨 How to Urge Schools to Prioritize Arts: A Giant Mantis! 🦗🎨 With the number of students taking arts GCSEs dropping by 47% since 2010, renowned artist David Shrigley is calling for change. Shrigley argues that STEM subjects should expand to include the arts, emphasizing that children’s creativity is crucial, even in fields like engineering, where creative problem-solving is essential.  “It’s really important because... to be a good engineer, you need creativity,” Shrigley explained. “Creativity is part of learning; it’s part of problem-solving.” 🎭✨ To spark conversation, Shrigley unveiled Mantis Muse, an impressive nine-meter sculpture at his former comprehensive school in Leicestershire. This piece anchors a two-week alternative arts-focused curriculum, aiming to inspire a nationwide discussion on the role of creativity in education. What are your thoughts on this bold approach to spotlight the arts? Could this help inspire more students to pursue creative subjects?  Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eFfEcVHi #CreativeEducation #ArtsInSchools #MantisMuse #DavidShrigley #SupportTheArts #ArtsForAll #STEMtoSTEAM #InspiringCreativity #EducationReform #FutureOfLearning #educationnews #news #artnews #schoolnews #education #fiveeducation #art  

Teach your students with D.I.Y decorations! 🎄 Getting practical experience is vital for STEM students, and why not bring some Christmas cheer to your course? We’ve put together some fun light-reading on ideas for STEM projects that can make you feel festive. With this breakdown of different ideas, educators can bring science to the Christmas magic. Build a brighter Christmas with the help of our article (linked in the comments) #Xmas #FestiveLesson #STEM #Science#Engineering #BostonRose #BuildingRelationships

Learning science effectively can be both fun and enlightening if approached the right way.

🔬 STEM in Action: Exploring Newton’s Laws with Everyday Objects In this video, I use simple, practical experiments to explain Newton's Second and Third Laws of Motion: 1️⃣ Second Law: Using two bottles—one filled with water and another empty—we observe that the bottle with more mass accelerates faster under the same applied force. A clear demonstration of force = mass × acceleration! 2️⃣ Third Law: A balloon fixed to a straw moves forward when released. This simple experiment beautifully illustrates that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. 🎯 These activities are designed to make physics engaging and accessible for students and educators alike. Let’s simplify STEM and inspire young minds! 📢 How do you incorporate experiments in STEM education? Share your thoughts below! #STEMVideo #ParvathiPreetha #WolfMagic #EducationInnovation #PhysicsForKids #STEMLearning #NewtonLaws #ScienceTeacher #ScienceEducation #WomenInSTEM #LifelongLearning

🧬Expanding your school's educational and play facilities is a crucial task that must be done right to ensure the satisfaction of parents. When selecting science park items for your school, consider this tip to optimise the new installation. Decide the age-group that will use the science park installation. It is important to do this because each science park model is designed to explain one specific concept to children. It can be from any of the STEM subjects. Based on the complexity of the concept and in which standard's syllabus the concept appears, the science park models can be most useful for the relevant class groups. Contact us for product suggestions based on the age group, subject you which to cover, budget and available space. #ankidyne#ankidynestem#ankidyneexhibit#ankidyneequipment#stemeducation#learning#sciencepark#educationalplay#stemforkids#innovationineducation#outdoorlearning#stemlearning#handsonlearning#stemkids#activelearning#learningisfun#science#technology#stem#engineering#mathematics#manufacturer#manufacturing#equipment#installation#learn#learning

In an increasingly complex world, #art is more than just a subject—it’s a way to equip students with the skills they need for the future. 🌍 Students who have access to the arts in school are 4x more likely to achieve academic recognition and are 3x more likely to win awards for school attendance. 📊 These numbers show that art isn't just about creativity—it improves overall learning outcomes. Take the STEAM model (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) used in schools like Blue School in NYC. Here, art is integrated into core subjects like math and science, helping students to think critically and problem-solve creatively. The students don't just learn facts; they create solutions. 💡 Art also enables students to approach challenges from different angles, building resilience and a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them. So, how can we make sure more schools integrate art into their curricula to prepare students for a future that demands both creativity and adaptability? 🎨 #SDG4 #QualityEducation #ArtInEducation #CreativeLearning #STEAMeducation #FutureOfLearning #EducationForAll #SocialImpact

Remember how we made charts and models in school science projects? 🏚 🌞 🌸 The decades-old practise still continues with parents having to invest their time and energy to help their children complete the projects🔬 🔍 ✂ Can these projects focus more on #science than their presentation? How can teachers make them more student-led, and based on real-life? 🌿 🦋 🌙 🥛 I ✍ for The Hindu https://lnkd.in/gtGfh3ad #schoolscience #projectbasedlearning #nature #creativity P.S: This article is behind a paywall.

Primary Science education is really important to us and we are always trying to find new ways of engaging teachers and students alike. So when Chellaston Junior School (128 students) and Chellaston Infant School (90 students) asked us to fund some wonderful in school experiences for their students on dissection and space exploration - how could we say no? "As part of the science curriculum, we look at the heart and its functions. This is predominately a paper based exercise and the children do not see it as a 3D representation. By enabling them to dissect a heart, as a scientist would do, we not only allow them to see what a heart looks like inside and out but also gives them a taste of the skills needed for science work in a variety of different careers. There are very few opportunities for children to experience such a hands-on activity which links to the real world of STEM and can inspire their interest in a practical and focused way." "Children have a fascination with space and the earlier that they have an understanding and this interest is captured, the more chance there is that they will seek to understand and take their learning further. The Wonderdome enables them to be immersed in this at a young age without the need for travel and overwhelming museums or centres which can detract from the main learning. Children most remember events that happen on school trips rather than the content itself. By using workshops in school, we focus on the learning. The planetarium show encourages their desire to ask questions. The immersive tour of the solar system starts the journey of exploration and enables the children to understand the basic principle that each planet is different to the next. As part of our history curriculum we look at the moon landings and the planetarium links this historical event with the science behind it. As children move onto KS2, they already have a good introduction to the planets, the movement of the earth and this prepares them well for when they revisit this topic in the KS2 science curriculum. Research shows that spaced learning where topics are introduced and then recalled and recapped has more impact on the retention and understanding of the knowledge behind it. " Amazing opportunities agreed with Dr Deb Outhwaite FCCT and Karen Puszczynska and funded by Anna Cummings MSc, MAAT, DCha MSc, MAAT, DCha.

These are great examples of tying academic rigor to real world contexts. Not only do these opportunities connect students to the world outside their classrooms, students get practice doing the real work that stems from these academic offerings. Kudos to Hamilton College! #experientiallearning

🌍 How Magrid Supports Diversity in Education In a recent interview, Prof. Antoine Fischbach highlighted the unique role Magrid plays in addressing the diverse needs of students in today’s education landscape. He acknowledges that while Magrid may not solve all educational challenges, it offers something incredibly valuable: a strong foundation in math, the universal building block of the modern world. 🧠 The Language of Our Digital World Math is more than just a subject; it’s the core of STEM and the underlying language of science, technology, engineering, and even the digital world. Without a solid grounding in math, students may struggle to reach higher levels in these fields. 🔗 Universal Access to Math Mastery Magrid makes math accessible to children from all backgrounds and languages, breaking down barriers that might otherwise limit their potential. By mastering these foundational skills, students are better equipped to pursue future learning and professional success. Thank you, Prof. Fischbach, for showing us how Magrid can create an inclusive path for children to build essential skills, no matter their background! 🌟📐 #InclusiveEducation #STEM #Mathematics #EducationForAll #FoundationForSuccess #DigitalLearning #ChildDevelopment