Aim of the resource
- Probe thinking around how we advise young people about STEM education and STEM jobs
- Use discussion, reflection and action to encourage a greater number of learners from diverse backgrounds into STEM pathways and jobs.
- Connections with children’s rights, sustainable development goals and the STEM nation award are also highlighted.
How to use the resource: 
- Each section contains information and an opportunity to pause and reflect. The sections are hyperlinked to allow ease of navigation.
- The sections are not arranged in any particular order, but we recommend you start with context and practitioner role.
Options:
- Use as a full presentation
- Chunk it for use in meetings
- Work through at individual pace
- Tailor it to suit
Who created this resource?
- This resource was created and informed by conversations between Education Scotland, Skills Development Scotland and two local authorities in the Forth Valley and West Lothian Region – Falkirk and Clackmannanshire.
- It is research and evidence informed.
Resource Introduction and download
By clicking on the images below you will be taken to the following:
- Please take a look at the introduction video (YouTube link) below to find out more or show this to colleagues to introduce the resource.
- The resource, in the form of a downloadable PowerPoint.
Improving Diversity in STEM Professional Learning and Discussion Resource – PowerPoint (click on the image above to download)
Watch this 4 min introduction video to find out more or show this to colleagues to introduce the resource.
See how other schools have used it!
Have a look at these video presentations on how others have used the resource in their settings.
Feedback and get in touch!
If you have any feedback and/or would like us to support your school/department with this professional learning: STEM@educationscotland.gov.scot
