STEM Ques and Prompts- Ironhaven.v2
Tiffany Toru Johnson While you won't find "STEM Ques" in a dictionary, the concept it implies— questioning and problem-solving in science, technology, engineering, and math —is a fundamental and growing part of modern education. Context and Related Concepts The idea of STEM-related questions or problems is very real and central to the field. "STEM Ques" falls into one of these categories: Real-World STEM Challenges 🌎: These are authentic, open-ended problems that students are tasked with solving using the engineering design process and knowledge from multiple STEM disciplines. For example, designing a water filtration system, building a bridge that can withstand a certain load, or optimizing a renewable energy source for a local community. Inquiry-Based Learning ❓: This is a teaching method that centers around students asking and answering questions (the "Ques") through investigation, exploration, and problem-solving, rather than simply memorizi...