Young STEAMers program is based on a unique STEAM enrichment program The Art in Science that was developed to instill a love of science in young kids.

 

The Biological Science Curriculum Study (BSCS), a team led by Principal Investigator Dr. Rodger Bybee, developed the instructional model for constructivism, called the "Five Es" in 1987.

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Our program incorporate the 5E instructional model to help build a solid base of knowledge via active engagement:

 

ENGAGE - every lesson starts with an interesting introduction by our instructors that is built to pique interest and make connections between the current lesson adn past knowledge setting the ground for the new activity.

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EXPLORE - in this pat of the lesson, the students are involved in the hands-on activity (or activities). They have the opportunity to collaborate, brainstorm and explore, while the instructor provides the materials and guidance. 

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EXPLAIN - after the activity the instructor will lead a discussion about the activity and allow the students to verbally communicate what they did and ask questions. New vocabulary is introduced and repeated.

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ELABORATE - allow the students to use their new acquired knowledge and make connections to past knowledge to achieve deeper understanding.

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EVALUATE - this is an informal assessment done by the instructor throughout the lesson and as a recap at its end. Students are excited to show what they created and explain the science behind their creation (an art work , a toy, a game etc.).

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