ORLANDO – There’s a growing emphasis on STEM learning in academic circles throughout the United States. The main purpose of STEM, an acronym for the fields of science, technology, engineering and math, is to help children become more competent in each of those subjects.
The Orlando Science Center has taken a proactive approach on this form of education. The interdisciplinary methods of STEM are applied at the center’s preschool program. Students expand their knowledge of science, technology, engineering and math through innovation, creativity, critical thinking, problem solving and collaboration.
With some recent financial assistance from the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation (OMYF), more underserved children will be able to reap the benefits of STEM education and enjoy what the science center has to offer.