STEM Blog

May 5, 2016
by I. Menzies
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Curiosity Project – STEM Resources available

The Curiosity Project is a three-year engagement programme by Siemens, broadening existing investment to bring science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) to life in the UK. The UK is great at engineering but there is a problem; there aren’t enough … Continue reading

March 21, 2016
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Twigworld available to all Glow users for a further year

Tigtag and Twig online resources are currently accessible via the Glow login and are used by schools across Scotland.  These award-winning resources provide high-quality videos and accompanying learning materials for sciences, mathematics and social studies. They were procured by Education … Continue reading

March 10, 2016
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Get Energised: Renewable Energy in Scotland

Join the National Museum of Scotland on Wednesday 23rd March at 4pm to investigate Scotland’s future energy needs, focusing on renewable energy. This session is suitable for teachers in upper primary and lower secondary. Through interactive and hands-on activities we … Continue reading

March 9, 2016
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Scotland’s Environment – March Newsletter

Download the March edition of Scotland’s Environment newsletter from here. You can find out more information about Edinburgh International Science Festival (March 26th – April 10th). Additionally, you can find out more about various Citizen Science organisations from across Scotland … Continue reading

March 9, 2016
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Jedburgh STEM on the farm Saturday 23rd April 2016

 Saturday 23rd April 2016, 10 – 12.45 Upper Nisbet Farm, Jedburgh, TD8 6TS This teacher training session will showcase the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) involved in modern agriculture. There will be a range of workshops providing information, datasets … Continue reading

February 22, 2016
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Topical Science – Gravitational Waves

Physicists have confirmed the existence of gravitational waves, ripples in the fabric of spacetime that travel at the speed of light. Einstein’s Theory of General Relativity predicted the existence of these waves 100 years ago, but this is the first … Continue reading

February 16, 2016
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Scotland’s Environment : Focus on Air Pollution

This month Scotland’s Environment newsletter focuses on air pollution. If you’re looking for resources to help discuss air quality in the classroom, then you’ll find lots of Curriculum for Excellence aligned resources on Get Learning | Scotland’s Environment Web . Here’s some other … Continue reading

February 5, 2016
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Scottish Attainment Challenge Innovation Fund: Applications Open

Applications have opened for the £1.5 million Innovation Fund to help schools close the attainment gap. Schools can choose whether to apply quickly for funds to run projects that are ready to start in March 2016, or to consider bids … Continue reading

February 1, 2016
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BUILD IT! Adventures with LEGO® Bricks at National Museum of Scotland

LEGO® is more than a toy. It makes architects, sculptors and storytellers of us all. This spring, renowned brick artist, Warren Elsmore and his team display some of their most beautiful and intricate mini-buildings and models in our Grand Gallery. To add … Continue reading

February 1, 2016
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Climate Challenge Fund – apply for a share of £10 million

Does your school work with a community group? Community groups across Scotland are being invited to apply for a share of over £10 million Scottish Government funding for action against climate change. The hugely successful Climate Challenge Fund has supported … Continue reading

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