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I’m a Scientist is a student-led, online enrichment activity connecting students with people working in a diverse range of roles in STEM.
Primary
The I’m a Scientist activity shows students real-life applications of their classroom studies. Suitable for students aged 8 to 11.
Your students take part in a themed activity of your choosing. These are matched closely to your curriculum, more general or to celebrate a special event (e.g. British Science Week).
During the online activity, students:
I'm a Scientist supports students science capital. The activity introduces students to science professionals with whom they share personal interests and opinions. Students make connections between science and their own lives, helping them see that science, and by extension, a science-related career, could be for ‘someone like me’.
Logistics
It’s quick and easy to set up, and text-only – no audio or video required.
It’s accessible from the classroom or home, and is super-flexible – you book chats at times that suit you and your classes.
Cost
Free for state schools, but there may be a charge for fee-paying and international schools.
Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment in STEM subjects
Learning what the engineering workplace is like
Develop engineering employability skills
Improve awareness and aspirations for STEM-related study and careers
Challenge stereotypes by showing the diversity of disciplines, people and skills involved in engineering
Whichever curriculum your school follows, pupils should have the opportunity to carry out practical investigations in science that help them to develop their scientific skills. This experience builds the following enquiry skills:
The essential skills every young person needs to succeed in education and their future career. Find out more at the Skills Builder Partnership. This experience builds the following skills:
Aiming high - the ability to set clear, tangible goals and devise a robust route to achieving them.
Listening - the ability to listen and understand information.
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Primary
STEM Ambassadors from a wide range of STEM-related jobs help to bring subjects to life!
Primary
Tech We Can Champions are volunteers who visit schools virtually or in person to inspire future generations about a career in tech.
Primary
Connect your students with working engineers online.
