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源於美國的STEM教育近年風靡全球,被譽為未來教育的新趨勢。STEM教育融合科學(Science)、科技(Technology)、工程(Engineering)和數學(Mathematics),訓練學生把學習到的知識,轉化為一門綜合的思考及解難能力,裝備學生應對全球經濟、科學及科技發展所帶來的轉變和挑戰。 在本港,教育局去年亦提出STEM為未來教育課程的發展重點,而為了讓教育界人士能進一步瞭解STEM的原理及應用,「STEM教育行動」非常榮幸邀請到美國STEM教育框架的核心始創成員、美國史丹福大學的Jonathan Osborne教授親臨香港,於6月20日主持講座「科學教育新方向」及於6月22日主持另一場講座「評估科學素養和能力:PISA及新世代科學標準的經驗之談」。講座及報名詳情請見下文。 現誠邀 貴校校長及老師參與是次講座,歡迎填妥以下的回條並交回給我們,惟因場地有限,每間學校的名額只有三個,並以先到先得的形式分配。 靜候佳音,敬頌 教安! STEM教育行動創辦人
「STEM教育行動」 講座詳情(免費入場) 評估科學素養和能力:PISA及新世代科學標準的經驗之談(設有由徐立之教授主持的討論環節)
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To: Principals / Panel Heads of Science, Mathematics, General Studies and Liberal Studies 3rd Jun 2016 Dear Sir/Madam, STEM Initiative Hong Kong STEM has been advocated across the globe and regarded as the future trend of education. Originated from the US, this innovative curriculum blends four specific disciplines – Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics – into an integrated approach of analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Students are equipped to apply their knowledge in real-world applications in order to prepare for the changes and challenges brought by the global development of economy, science and technology. Last year, the Education Bureau highlighted STEM as the focus of future curriculum development. In hopes of further promoting the principles and applications of STEM to local educators, STEM Initiative Hong Kong takes pleasure in inviting Prof. Jonathan Osborne of Stanford University, a key author of the STEM framework in the US, to host a seminar entitled “New Directions in Teaching Science” on 20th June and another on “Assessing Scientific Literacy and Competency: Lessons from PISA and NGSS” on 22nd June. Please refer to the attached for programme and registration details. You are cordially invited to the seminars. Should you be interested, please complete the enclosed reply slip and send it to us at your convenience. Due to the popularity of the seminars, seats are available on a first-come-first-served basis. Thank you for your kind attention and we look forward to your reply. Yours faithfully, Nisa Leung
STEM Initiative Hong Kong Programme Details New Directions in Teaching Science Date: 20th June 2016 (Monday) Abstract: The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) are currently implemented in 16 states in the US to promote STEM education. These standards represent a change from teaching science core ideas with a focus on inquiry, to a focus on scientific practices where argumentation is a core feature. The seminar will explore the rationale for this change, why it is seen as an improvement, and the implications for science teaching.
Assessing Scientific Literacy and Competency: Lessons from PISA and NGSS Date: 22nd June 2016 (Wednesday) Abstract: Under the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), the learning outcomes are defined in terms of what students are able to do, not just what they know or can recall. Hence a new system of assessments is needed. The seminar will discuss how to design a system to meet the vision of NGSS, review the existing items and their suitability for NGSS, measure the scientific practice of arguing from evidence, as well as the issues and challenges for the field.
STEM Initiative Hong Kong
About Prof. Jonathan Osborne ______________________________________________________________________________ About STEM InitiativeHong Kong STEM: Inspiration for Infinite Possibilities Tomorrow We at STEM Initiative Hong Kong are dedicated to inspiring our young to a great future and preparing them for tomorrow’s infinite possibilities in a fast-changing and increasingly technology-intensive world. We believe that children from a tender age should develop a lifelong, scientist-like passion to always wonder and explore, to learn by trying and experimenting, and to succeed through perseverance. We aim at fostering a challenging, interdisciplinary, experiential and multifaceted learning environment in local schools at all levels that excites, engages and enriches students through a unique, learn-by-doing curriculum of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics subjects to help prepare them for excellence in life through positive thinking, exemplary critical skills, hard work and strong ethics. Website: STEMHK.ORG
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