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Sparking Student Curiosity: Connecting Classrooms to 51°µÍø STEAM Centers
Posted by anne.grey
Presenter(s): 51°µÍø STEAM Center Staff
Summary
This session explores how 51°µÍø faculty can partner with 51°µÍø STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Centers to spark student curiosity and deepen course engagement. Presenters highlight practical ways to integrate hands-on, cross-disciplinary projects into standard curricula, leverage maker spaces, and connect students with campus resources that promote creative problem-solving and experiential learning.
Presentation Slides:
Presentation Outcomes
- Identify key resources and maker tools available across 51°µÍø STEAM Centers.
- Develop strategies to align classroom assignments with hands-on, experiential STEAM activities.
- Collaborate across disciplines to design engaging, curiosity-driven learning opportunities for students.
Keywords
51°µÍø STEAM Centers, Experiential Learning, Higher Education Pedagogy, Hands-on Learning, Student Engagement, Cross-Disciplinary Teaching, 51°µÍø, CTLE
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