Educators Encouraged to Participate in Summer Attachment Programme of SRC

Educators are being encouraged to participate in the Scientific Research Council (SRC) 2024 Summer Attachment Programme.

The initiative is scheduled for July 23 to 26 and is open to teachers in training and professionals already in the classroom at the primary and secondary levels.

Acting Coordinator of the SRC’s Science and Technology Education Unit, Latanniya Johnson, told JIS News that the annual programme seeks to transform educators’ approach to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education.

It also aims to empower instructors with innovative strategies that not only demystify STEM subjects but also ignite a passion for these disciplines among students.

“This year, we are focusing primarily on brain-based learning as well as gamification. We want teachers to be able to insert these methods into their teaching to better translate STEM in the classroom,” Ms. Johnson said.

Individuals can visit the SRC’s social media platforms for information on registering for the programme or they can contact the SRC directly for assistance.

The Summer Attachment Programme adopts a hybrid approach, combining online sessions with in-person experiences.

Online components feature presentations and workshops led by industry experts, providing teachers with valuable insights and practical knowledge.

Meanwhile, the in-person activity involves a tour of the SRC’s Hope Gardens complex, allowing participants to witness STEM principles in action.

“We want as many teachers as possible to register. It promises to be engaging and a lot of insights as to how they can further assist students in changing that narrative that STEM is hard, so [more] students can become interested in STEM and choose careers in STEM, so our country can further move towards sustainable development,” Ms. Johnson explained.

At the end of the Summer Attachment Programme, teachers will be tasked with developing practical lesson plans based on their newfound knowledge and experiences.

This assessment aims to measure the programme’s impact on teaching effectiveness, and student engagement in STEM education.

Ms. Johnson is encouraging all eligible educators to seize the opportunity and take part.