On the eve of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, global edtech leader Discovery Education is providing schools with new resources to inspire the next generation of STEM innovators. Available via Discovery Education’s award-winning DoodleMaths, Espresso and Immersive Learning platform, the high-quality content is closely mapped to the National Curriculum for UK primary schools.
The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is an annual observance adopted by the United Nations General Assembly to promote the full and equal access and participation of women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Now in its tenth year, Discovery Education’s resources will empower teachers to observe this important event by igniting pupils’ natural curiosity in STEM learning and the world around them.
Discovery Education’s resources for the International Day of Women and Girls in Science include:
- DoodleMaths – a revolutionary app which gives pupils a personalised programme tailored to their learning needs. Using the latest adaptive technology, DoodleMaths is designed to boost children’s confidence and ability in Maths, equipping them with the numeracy skills they need for success – in DoodleLearning
- DoodleTables – an interactive times tables app which uses fun exercises and games to help children master multiplications – in DoodleLearning
- Calendar Picks Mini Lessons: interactive lessons celebrating the amazing achievements of women in science – today and throughout history – in Espresso
- Immersive Learning: a complete suite of immersive classroom resources to bring STEM Learning experiences to life, including VR, virtual field trips and Discovery Education’s award-winning free Sandbox AR app – on the Immersive Learning Platform
- STEM Connect: a suite of resources from EYFS to KS3, with hands-on tasks and challenges which provide real-world context to STEM learning – in STEM Connect
Lizzy Lambley, Discovery Education’s UK Head of Production, said:
“Discovery Education is proud to support the International Day of Women and Girls in Science by providing teachers with dynamic STEM learning resources that inspire curiosity, build confidence and accelerate learning. Today’s pupils are tomorrow’s innovators, and our engaging content will prepare young women for exciting STEM careers.” The International Day of Women and Girls in Science resources are available to schools that subscribe to Discovery Education’s award-winning digital learning services – explore at www.discoveryeducation.co.uk.
