Early Education
Introducing STEAM in ECEC for Children Aged 0-6
The Department of Education has highlighted the need for an increase in focus on this area of pedagogy in ECEC, including the need for educators to build their knowledge and skills to facilitate STEAM.
This webinar will cover the following:
- What is STEAM
- Why is STEAM important in ECEC
- What 21st century skills will STEAM foster
- Facilitating STEAM using affordable materials already in the ECEC environment
- Unplugged technology without the issue of screen time
- Suggestions and ideas for STEAM activities and resources
Tutor
Paula Walshe is a published author, PhD candidate and Assistant Lecturer in Early Childhood Education at Dundalk Institute of Technology. Her PhD research focuses on STEAM in early childhood education and care (ECEC). Paula's second book entitled "Full STEAM Ahead - Science, Technology, Engineering, The Arts an Maths in Early Childhood Education" is a guide to implementing STEAM in ECEC. Her first book entitled "Síolta in Practice" focuses on quality standards in ECEC. Both books are published by Boru Press and are available here.
You can contact Paula or learn more about her work here: LinkedIn: Paula Walshe / Twitter: @walshe_paula / Instagram: @paulawalshe77
Introducing STEAM in ECEC for Children Aged 0-6
This webinar will introduce you to STEAM (science, technology, engineering, the arts and maths) and the importance of incorporating STEAM activities in ECEC practice to support children to develop important 21st century skills such as problem solving, critical thinking and teamwork.
DATE
14 Nov 2024
AVAILABLE SEATS
44
Course Dates and Times
7.00 PM - 9.00 PM
LOCATION
Online
PRICE
€ 20.00
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