ChatGPT was related to STEM? Make good use of summer vacation to prepare children for the future
What is the relationship between "ChatGPT" and "STEM"? How to let children get in touch with "ChatGPT"?
It’s the summer vacation season again, and the hottest topic of discussion recently must be “ChatGPT”, which can understand and use human language for communication, and can perform various language-based tasks.
Future development will involve more artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analysis, computing and other skills, all of which are closely related to STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics), which shows that STEM education is becoming more and more important.
With the vigorous development of STEM education concepts, a large number of STEAM teaching aids/toys have emerged as the times require. They combine STEM elements and designs to cultivate students' critical thinking, problem-solving skills and creativity through interdisciplinary learning methods.
Kidrise will analyze the "three characteristics" of STEM toys and teaching aids for everyone, so that parents can choose well for their children, equip them well during the summer vacation, and prepare for the future.
The "Three Features" catalog of STEM teaching aids
1. Have a theme that inspires children to "explore"
"Theme" is a major feature of STEM toys. Users can explore at least one of the themes of STEAM (Science Science, Technology Technology, Engineering Engineering, Art Art, Mathematics) from this product.
Through this teaching aid, "cross-field" use can be used to achieve the key point of learning while playing .
Toys with themes that inspire children to "explore"
"Theme" is a major feature of STEM toys. Users can explore at least one of the themes of STEAM (Science Science, Technology Technology, Engineering Engineering, Art Art, Mathematics) from this product.
2. No fixed gameplay (Open-ended), no gender difference (Gender-free)
Toys that conform to the STEM concept usually have no "fixed gameplay". You may see a large box of scattered small parts, that is, a theme with a loose material concept, such as some connectors, wheels, sticks, etc., actually How to play can not be seen at a glance, this is the characteristic of STEAM toys "low structure, open" (Open-ended) !
Most of the STEAM toys, from the outer packaging to the entity itself, do not emphasize the gender of men and women , usually in neutral tones, with parts that can be played by both men and women .
Toys with no fixed gameplay (Open-ended), no gender difference (Gender-free)
Most of the STEAM toys, from the outer packaging to the entity itself, do not emphasize the gender of men and women, usually in neutral tones, with parts that can be played by both men and women.
3. Truly "learning by playing"
Usually when we play STEAM toys, we need to discuss with each other and brainstorm . You may "discover the problem" and then think about how to "solve the problem" . In the process, you will need to look back at the manual, check information online, or discuss each Steps, or even dismantling the whole thing and starting over!
These processes are enough to cultivate children's social skills, cultivate the spirit of inquiry, and grow self-confidence and creativity . It is undoubtedly the most effective way for children to grow and learn.
Toys that truly "learn by playing"
These processes are enough to cultivate children's social skills, cultivate the spirit of inquiry, and grow self-confidence and creativity. It is undoubtedly the most effective way for children to grow and learn.
Summarize
A good STEAM toy should be "fun enough" ! Toys must of course be fun! As long as it can attract children and even parents to find out, then you can try it!
If you happen to be looking for STEM teaching aids, these 5 general directions can help you choose interesting STEM toys that you can learn with your children.
Leading children into STEM life is actually not difficult. The key is that parents are also happy to learn. If you observe carefully , you will find that STEM toys are not just toys, but tools to help you "play more deeply" with your children.
When we spend a lot of money and time on tutoring but get no results, or indulge our children to be occupied by 3C products in childhood, STEM will be the solution for every parent!
I hope you like today's preschool enlightenment toys. If you know more about preschool enlightenment toys, or have other ideas about kindergarten toys, welcome to Kidrise Facebook to share with everyone!
further reading
What is the Montessori teaching method?
Self-learning tools under the epidemic - the latest STEM toys in 2023
【STEM Education】What is STEM? A new force in Hong Kong's education sector
about the author
STEAM Educational Toy Research Institute at
Kidrise STEM Hong Kong Educational Toys
We are committed to being a part of promoting the development of STEM education in Hong Kong, so that STEM is no longer just a hobby, but a profession that can bring the integration of play and learning into daily life.
Children can also use this to strengthen their competitiveness and development potential in the future society, and create a diverse and beautiful society together.
Let more children be inspired by playing, and bring more possibilities and outlets for the future. Children's future does not have to be determined only by academic success.
Children can also use this to strengthen their competitiveness and development potential in the future society, and create a diverse and beautiful society together.
Let more children be inspired by playing, and bring more possibilities and outlets for the future. Children's future does not have to be determined only by academic success.
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