Multi-Cultural FamiliesExplore STEM Concepts

STEM Family Science NightsConducted by:

Dr. Diana Wehrell-Grabowskihttp://www.drdianateachertraining.com

Multi-Cultural Families Attended a two hour STEM Family Science Night.

Dr. Diana Wehrell-Grabowski conducted 3 (2 hour) STEM Family Science Workshops throughout Collier County School District for Title I Schools.

Translators Translated Workshop Content

STEM Consultant Dr. Diana Wehrell-Grabowski & Collier County School District Translator.

Families were Introduced to STEM Education via Inquiry-Based Practices

Families explore nature of matter concepts with Oobleck.

Families Explored Nature of Matter Concepts

Nature of Science:Making observations of live creatures

Using scientific tools while making observations, and drawing what they observe.

Exploring Nature of Matter with Super-Absorbing Polymers

Designing and Constructing3-D Shapes

3-D shapes are Dipped into a Bubble Solution.

Mathematical and ScienceConcepts were Observed.

Connecting Math and ScienceConcepts.

Engineering Design Process

Participants are introduced to the Engineering Design Process via designing, constructing, and testing ramps.

Exploring Force, Motion, and Energy Concepts

Engineering Design Process

Ramp Science

Ramp Science

Exploring Force, Motion, and Energy Concepts

Participants design, construct, and test a paper helicopter.

Exploring Aeronautical Concepts

Participants design, construct, and test paper helicopters.

YouTube Video of Sessions