Inspire the next generation – STEM fan boats in primary schools
Fully Booked
Careers & education
26 June 2017 14:00 - 16:00
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Description
In order to enthuse the next generation, engineers are sought to run a fun engineering activity in a primary school of their choice. The electric fan boats activity was developed by IMechE Fellow and STEM educator Caroline Alliston (see www.technologyforfun.co.uk).
Pupils will design, build and test their models, whilst applying their understanding of electricity, forces and materials from the primary curriculum. Here is a quote from a head teacher: “Absolutely brilliant! The children's squeals of delight when they launched their boats was a moment not to be missed. The children said they had 'the best day ever'. They were talking about streamlining and modifying their models and were obviously gripped by the experience.”
During the training session engineers get to design, build and test their own fan boat and learn how to conduct the activity in class. Class packs are provided for up to 30 children to construct boats, working in pairs. Volunteers will be accompanied by a teacher at all times and will not be expected to control a class on their own!
Bristol Inspire
Speaker(s)
Caroline Alliston FIMechE is the founder of Technology for Fun and is to deliver a series of nation wide workshops for volunteers seeking to enthuse future engineers in Primary Schools. More details are available at technologyforfun.co.uk
Address
UWE Room Number 2Q42
University of the West of England
Frenchay
Bristol
BS16 1QY
United Kingdom