Facilitating STEM Activities
2. Facilitating the STEM Activity
- Demonstrate First: Show the steps involved in the activity and explain why each step is important. This is probably best done in smaller steps throughout the session.
- Guide, Don’t Do: Assist students as they work, but allow them to take the lead in constructing their projects.
- Encourage Creativity: Offer flexibility in how students approach the activity, as long as they meet the session’s learning objectives.
- Provide Positive Reinforcement: Celebrate successes and encourage perseverance when students encounter challenges.