Taking part in Iām a Computer Scientist gives students the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge across the curriculum for students aged 10 to 18.
Students can meet these Learning Outcomes by engaging with the activity through:
- ReadingĀ computerĀ scientists profiles and preparing questions for them
- Taking part in a live Chat
- Asking follow up questions
- Making an informed voting decision
Participating in the reflection activity facilitates discussion around their experience. Through this assessment tool, students delve deeper into the learning outcomes that they have met.
Studies show that engaging with the activity over multiple interventions is shown to increase studentsā aspirations, as well as increase the chance of them meeting multiple outcomes at a deeper level.
Show research skills in reading computer scientist profiles to construct questions which involve higher order thinking
Recall new STEM content relevant to their current school topics
Name at least two STEM related careers
Engage in conversations with computer scientists in an appropriate manner
Use the internet safely by demonstrating appropriate behaviour
Use critical thinking to make an informed voting decision