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STEM Links
Where do I start in finding quality STEM Information and Activities?
The STEM team at Lancashire Education Business Partnership are often told that the range of STEM information available to schools is overwhelming.
There is so much information available that sometimes it is difficult to know where to start, to be certain you have found a quality scheme or to locate an activity that fits your specific purpose - there are so many different opportunities available.
To facilitate teachers, education staff and even students in navigating their way through the STEM information available we have compiled a list of STEM links below.
These categorised links give details on a range of STEM activity and curriculum enhancement providers, as well as approved STEM information portals that are being used by Lancashire Schools.
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STEMNET |
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STEMNET can help teachers inspire students in STEM by: Providing STEM Ambassadors (a free resource of volunteers) who can inspire and educate young learners about STEM in many ways. Providing links with local businesses. Supporting STEM Clubs |
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STEM Directories |
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| STEM Online Directories have been created in direct response to teachers needs. They comprise a collection of schemes and activities provided by organisations from across the UK that aim to enhance and enrich the curriculum. These schemes are usually based around events or experiences that cannot be delivered with standard school contacts and resources. Each activity is linked to the curriculum so that the impact of the experiences and outcomes can be sustained. | |||
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Science Learning Centres |
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The Science Learning Centre North West is working to harness the diverse resources of the North West to deliver inspiring, innovative and regionally relevant professional development to science teachers, teaching assistants and technicians across all sectors, from primary to post-16. The Centre has already worked with over 1800 teachers, technicians and teaching assistants from over 820 schools to introduce new, exciting and contemporary ways of teaching science into the classroom across the 4 to 19 age range. |
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STEM CLUBS |
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The STEM Clubs Network is managed by STEMNET on behalf of DCSF. It allows all secondary schools in the country to be able to access the very latest in best practice information, professional advice, shared resources, key contacts and personal support. It's all about clubs!
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STEM Challenges |
KS2, KS3, KS4, KS5 |
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| The STEM Challenges are ten activities that have been inspired by London 2012. Each one is a competition and will focus on a different aspect of the preparations or the event itself. They provide a contextual and cross-curricular approach to studying the STEM subjects at Key Stage Three. The STEM Challenges are being managed by STEMNET (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Network) in association with the London Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games (LOCOG) and are funded by the Department for Education. There are some great prizes on offer - please take a look at the website link above and see if you can rise to the challenge! |
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Engineering Development Trust |
KS3,KS4,KS5 |
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| The EDT are an independent registered charity, established in 1984, running schemes to inspire and motivate young people to choose a career in science, engineering and technology(SET). The EDT run 4 main schemes nationwide; Go4SET, Engineering Education Scheme (England), Headstart and The Year in Industry. Our schemes target 12-21 year olds and aim to provide a real life exposure to industry, business and higher education. We want to help students make informed choices at key stages in their education. |
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Ground Works Pennine Lancashire |
KS1, KS2, KS3, KS4 |
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| Climate change is the biggest threat our society has ever faced. Higher temperatures, rising sea levels, flooding and droughts are already a cause for concern, locally as well as globally. We believe that engaging future generations of decision makers in understanding and acting on climate change is one of the most effective ways of ensuring people change their long-term behaviour. The Cool Climate Programme, funded by Lancashire County Council, will provide 180 free workshops each year, aimed at pupils in key stage 2 and 3, and their teachers and teaching assistants. Our workshops are designed to help participants find out for themselves the links between their actions and climate change and to provide practical actions for pupils, their teachers and parents to see how small things can make a big difference. |
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Institute of Physics |
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The Institute of Physics is a scientific charity devoted to increasing the practice, understanding and application of physics. The IOP site details the latest curriculum development initiatives, Affiliated Schools Scheme and professional development courses, as well as resource links and information about the various support networks available. Initiatives running include the Girls in Physics and TAP (Teaching Advanced Physics) programmes. The IOP also supports the Lab in a Lorry and the Schools and Colleges Lecture Series. |
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British Science Association |
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The British Science Association (formerly known as the BA) envisages a society in which people from all walks of life are able to access science, engage with it and feel a sense of ownership about its direction. The British Science Association have developed the CREST and CREST* Investigators programmes, National Science and Engineering Week (NSEW) and the British Science Festival. The BSA also run the National Science and Engineering Competition. This competition now in its second year is building on the success of the last round. The Competition has been extended to 11-18 year olds and there are now prizes for teams and individuals across three age categories totalling over £50,000 in value. More information can be found here. |
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Primary Engineer |
KS1, KS2Specific Secondary Projects |
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Primary Engineer provides a wide range of skills and design based STEM projects to support both teachers and pupils alike. Projects range from skills based courses and whole-class activities embedded in the national curriculum: Structures and Mechanisms, Computer Control, Engineering Textiles to discrete projects for use in the classroom or club such as Primary BLOODHOUND SSC. Recently the FREE Primary Leaders Award for Science Technology Engineering Mathematics has been launched to encourage pupils to act as STEM leaders for the school and interview professionals about their careers. |
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Global Renewables |
KS1, KS2 |
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Global Renewables Environmental Education Team works in partnership with both Blackpool and Lancashire County Councils, to offer an education programme looking at environmental issues such as waste and recycling. FREE outreach programme is available to ALL Primary schools across the county, linking activities to the National Curriculum, the Sustainable Schools framework and the Eco Schools scheme. A waste recycling facility at Leyland is currently under construction. Once built, pupils will also be able to visit our environmental education centre at the Leyland site discovering more about the problem of waste and how to tackle it. |
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Future Morph, Science and Maths |
KS3 and beyondTeacher CPD
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| Discover some of the exciting careers you can do by studying Science and Maths, from designing snowboards to creating the latest video game. What are you waiting for? This website is designed to show you just some of the amazing and unexpected places that studying science, technology, engineering and maths can take you. | |||
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University of Central Lancashire - Preston |
KS2 and beyond,Teacher CPD |
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The University of Central Lancashire is very proactive in its education outreach programme. Activities undertaken have included 'Disease Detective' activities with Primary Pupils through to Teacher Training days on Astronomy held at UCLAN's observatory in Alston. Please contact Lancashire Education Business Partnership or look at the latest STEM newsletter to see what opportuntities are available. |
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Lancaster University - Engineering Department |
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| Lancaster University has invested significantly in the talent of the future by developing an excellent range of schools outreach activity. Take a look at the Engineering website above to find out more, and to see one of Lancashire's schools 'Ribblesdale High School at Clitheroe' winning last years WAVE POWER CHALLENGE. | |||
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Make It North West |
KS3, KS4, KS5 |
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Choosing the right career is a vital decision. The question is which job! This website gives some great information, resources and games highlighting the exciting, varied careers within STEM and Manufacturing within the North West. |
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3M wordlywise |
Top KS2, KS3 and KS4 |
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| For the past year 3M has been working on the development of a new, FREE online teaching resource 3Mworldlywise.co.uk 3M Worldlywise is designed to encourage more pupils at secondary school to study STEM subjects beyond GCSE to A-level and right through university. Based in a virtual town, the website has 16 sections, including ones on sustainable construction and renewable energy. The website examines the role technology plays in developing solutions to meet the challenges of sustainable living. It was launched recently with the backing of TV presenter Dick Strawbridge - the author of It’s Not Easy Being Green – who has praised the resource for helping to “ignite children’s passion for science and maths.” A 2 minute 30 second video of the launch event can be seen on www.3M.co.uk (just click on the 3M Worldlywise link to the right of the video screen). |
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BAE Systems Education Programme |
KS2, KS3, KS4, KS5 |
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Find out more about becoming an engineer, and get involved with this years exciting STEM Challenge. Take part in this year’s Schools Challenge and you could win some fantastic prizes, including a day out with the Red Arrows or the chance to visit BAE Systems Warton base near Preston where the Typhoon jets are made. Both prizes include up-close tours, interviews with engineers and pilots and a free lunch. These really are VIP experiences that money can’t buy!
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Kingfisher Education Services |
KS2, KS3, KS4 |
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Based at what was previously the United Utilities Education Centre, Kingfisher Education Services offers environmental programmes delivered to schools within a purpose built facility. The centre comprises of two purpose built classrooms set in the grounds of Worthington Lakes country park with access for all to woodlands and nature trails. |
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Please remember - if you need help navigating your way through STEM enrichment and enhancement information please contact the STEM team at Lancashire Education Business Partnership here.
