This project aims to explore the possibilities of STEM education as a lever for school development in the context of equal opportunities, by designing and guiding a learning network (CoP – Community of Practice).
Today, inquisitive skills are, among others, central to STEM education (STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engingeering and Mathematics). This focuses on (the integration of) mathematics, science and technology.
The ‘Creative Little Scientists’ project is within the Seventh Framework Programme for Research. This is the main funding instrument for research within the European Union. Part of the project funds have been allocated to the Arteveldehogeschool.
Within the 'Fablab Junior' project, playgrounds in Flanders work for one week with the Fablab Junior toolkit. This includes a desktop laser cutter and a 3D printer.
The 'ALERT' network wants organisations (both within the formal and non-formal fields) to reflect on a meaningful interpretation of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in practice.