How can you create engaging STEM experiences without breaking the bank? You do not need expensive materials to create meaningful STEM learning experiences—everyday household items can be transformed into powerful tools for scientific exploration and innovation. Join Chrissy Romano-Arrabito for this timesaving, to the point session where you will discover how to use simple, cost-effective materials to create interactive learning experiences that align with educational standards while inspiring curiosity and problem-solving. Learn innovative strategies for designing project-based learning activities, collaborative challenges, and hands-on experiments that make STEM engaging and accessible to all students. Get ready to bring STEM to life in your classroom—without stretching your budget! Chrissy's expertise in evidence-based teaching practices will provide you with strategies to create a toolkit of simple, effective, and affordable STEM ideas that will spark creativity and exploration in your young learners.
Key Takeaways
- Discover innovative ways to implement hands-on STEM experiences using affordable materials.
- Explore budget-friendly project-based learning activities that promote curiosity and problem-solving.
- Learn how to align low-cost STEM activities with educational standards.
- Gain practical strategies for integrating collaborative STEM challenges into daily instruction.
Assessment
Participants will have collaboration and sharing opportunities throughout the training to demonstrate their understanding of the session objectives and reflect on their learning.
