STEM & Sailing Challenge Day
Learning Objectives
- Allow students to explore the role of an INEOS TEAM UK designer and put their STEM skills to the test.
- Develop teamwork and social interaction skills though group based projects
- Take part in an investigation to find out what goes into putting together an America’s Cup team
Lesson Description
Welcome your students back with our STEM Theme Day. Designed for 11-14 year-olds, this new resource includes everything you need to collapse your timetable to investigate 3 ‘Big Questions’. Students will put themselves in the shoes of INEOS TEAM UK members and take on fun activities such as designing a prototype sailor’s water bottle.
With Special thanks to Debby Johnson, STEM Co-ordinator and Biology Teacher at Sunbury Manor School who compiled this resource.
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