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Inspiring Young People in STEM

Communication Skills for STEM Ambassadors

Matt Cornock, Angela Rust, Linda Scott, Brian Egles, and Nabih Asif

This two-week, self-paced course will cover: Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more This course has been created for anyone volunteering with young people in STEM. This includes STEM Ambassadors in the UK, youth volunteering group organisers, field trip educators, scout groups (and similar), outdoor pursuit centres, outreach from NGOs. You will need knowledge of STEM subjects or experience of working in a STEM environment. To get the most out of this course, learners should complete the two courses prior to this one in the program: You can use the hashtag #FLSTEMInspiring to talk about this course on social media.

Topics Covered

Active listening and an introduction to questioning for learning.
Non-verbal communication and running a room.
Starting, delivering and finishing a practical activity with young people.

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Effective stem outreach communication

According to students, this course is a highly practical guide for STEM Ambassadors and volunteers aiming to inspire young people in STEM. It effectively equips learners with essential communication techniques, focusing on active listening, non-verbal cues, and delivering practical activities. While designed for a specific audience, it offers actionable strategies directly applicable to outreach roles. Some learners note that while standalone, completion of prior courses in the program is recommended for optimal benefit, suggesting it builds upon foundational knowledge. Overall, it's considered a valuable resource for enhancing outreach impact in a flexible, self-paced format.

Benefits from completing preceding courses in the program.

"To get the most out of this course, I would recommend completing the two courses prior to this one in the program."

"I felt the course built effectively on concepts introduced in previous modules, making the program cohesive."

"It's helpful if you've already taken the introductory courses in this series to fully grasp all nuances."

Allows learners to progress at their own convenience.

"I really enjoyed the flexibility of being able to complete the modules at my own pace."

"The self-paced nature made it incredibly easy to fit this learning into my busy schedule."

"It was great to revisit sections as needed without the pressure of strict deadlines."

Specifically designed for individuals in STEM outreach roles.

"This course felt perfectly suited for my role as a STEM Ambassador."

"As someone involved in youth STEM groups, I found the content directly applicable to my work."

"I appreciated how the course focused on the unique challenges of inspiring young people in science."

Equips learners with essential skills for engaging youth in STEM.

"I gained practical strategies for communicating STEM concepts more effectively."

"The course provided me with actionable techniques for engaging young people during activities."

"I now feel more confident in my ability to explain complex topics simply to a young audience."

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Learners who complete Inspiring Young People in STEM: Communication Skills for STEM Ambassadors will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

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This comprehensive handbook synthesizes research and policy in STEM education, with a focus on the integration of the disciplines. It covers a wide range of topics, including STEM learning, pedagogy, curriculum, assessment, critical issues, teacher education, and policy. It's a valuable reference tool for researchers, graduate students, and policymakers seeking an in-depth understanding of the field. is best suited for those with a strong interest in the research and theoretical underpinnings of STEM education.

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