Putting the Business into STEM
England (North East)
30.05.2012
Teesside University. 4.30pm - 7pm. Come along at 3.15pm for a welcome from the Dean of the School of Science and Engineering and a tour of their cutting-edge facilities.
A series of FREE regional events bringing together teachers and businesses to inspire students with the excitement and potential of STEM subjects.
Join local teachers and businesses at one of these informal events to explore how to work together to engage secondary school students with the opportunities offered by STEM.
Real-world experience
Bring practical experience and contemporary applications of STEM into school to engage students with the relevance of studying Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM).
Employability skills
Create STEM challenges to help students develop vital skills for future employment including communications, project management, team-working and problem-solving.
Networking
Build connections across the local community working with businesses, teachers, students and parents to raise the profile of STEM industries and careers.
Regional events:
There are 12 events being held round the country, for full details and to book your free places visit: www.stemnet.org.uk/bis or call 07531 810881.
Everyone is welcome to attend, whether you are experienced in engaging students with STEM or looking for guidance and support to begin ‘Putting the Business into STEM Education’.
Feedback from the 2011 events:
“The best CPD I’ve done in my 11 years!”
“An excellent mixture of information and the opportunity to discuss ideas”