What is STEM?

This course provides you with the tools and insights necessary to enhance STEM-related learning through the integration of a wide variety of activities. Your child will benefit from a rich curriculum that supports critical thinking, encourages the use of the scientific method, and integrates mathematical thinking.

In this course, you will discover:

• The definition of STEM
• Essential aspects of scientific inquiry, technology, engineering, and math in relation to early learning
• Skills and personal characteristics that are important for future success in STEM-related jobs
• The effects of gender bias in STEM-related professions and ways to discourage gender bias in STEM

This course highlights several learning concepts that are taught through STEM activities. The ideas listed here represent a sampling of the skills and learning opportunities available through STEM activities. You can learn even more by exploring our course called Integrating Arts with STEAM, which explores the many opportunities to explore science concepts through art.