contributed by Ms. Bernardette Deguara, S.T.E.A.M. teacher
After various failed attempts to try to find a qualified ICT teacher for the Primary school, the School Leadership Team opted to implement a curriculum for STEAM as an alternative. This was truly a blessing in disguise! A lesson in STEAM is made up of aspects from Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics. This approach has both strengthened our attempt to implement an integrated curriculum at school as well as help see the practical side of subject content through various hands-on activities.
In these first few weeks of this scholastic year, our school has participated in the EU Code Week 2019 with various successful activities. Some students programmed robots while playing Maths games or to find their way towards the homebase through a maze; others created their own game and interactive stories through coding. The school has also invested in new resources for STEAM thanks to a donation from some parents.
Analysing a problem, attempting to find the best solution and reflecting on the method employed are key areas to help our students develop into critical learners who actively control their own learning. This also helps them to develop a deeper understanding of the knowledge they learn and to develop 21st century learning skills.
Would you like to know how we’re getting to the future? Full STEAM ahead!
