Children are naturally curious, full of questions, creative, and playful. This four-part workshop series uses the concept of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) as play; children are engaged in asking questions, making discoveries, experimenting, working with others, and working toward proficiency in the VELS, NGSS and CCSS standards.

The format of each workshop reflects this playful approach to STEM. Participants will interact with each other, ask questions, explore materials, and play. The series starts with a focus on science, followed by engineering, then math. Technology is viewed as a tool that is woven throughout the series. The last workshop focuses on integrating STEM throughout the day.

October 17, 2019 - Workshop #1: Science (Susan Koch)

November 4, 2019 - Workshop #2: Engineering (Maggie Carrera-Bly)

November 18, 2019 - Workshop #3: Mathematics (Loree Silvis)

December 3, 2019 - Workshop #4: Integrating STEM Throughout the Day (Loree Silvis and Others)

Participants can also attend only one or some of these workshops. Please register for each workshop individually to participate this way.

The series can also be taken as a 3-credit graduate course. The course requires participating in all four workshops, completing readings and assignments online, focusing on purposeful play, cultivating STEM identities, and strengthening both teacher and children’s mindsets with STEM content. Register using the COURSE registration to participate in this way.