STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) tasks should explicitly integrate two or more of the four S-T-E-M disciplines. In this course, participants will learn how the meriSTEM@NIE STEM Quartet framework is used to guide the design and implementation of a task that integrates all four disciplines in solving an authentic problem. During the course, participants will have hands-on experience in designing and building a stationery organiser prototype. The conceptual, epistemic and social affordances of the STEM task will be discussed.

1. To demonstrate how to use the meriSTEM@NIE STEM Quartet framework to design and implement an integrated STEM task.


2. To provide hands-on experience for course participants in designing and implementing an integrated STEM task that can be replicated in the classroom.

1. Components of the meriSTEM@NIE STEM Quartet


2. Using sketching as a thinking tool to design on paper.


3. Using making as a thinking tool to make a prototype.


4. Applying mathematical concepts in the making of a prototype, connecting mathematics to real application.


5. Constructing a series electric light circuit using a battery holder, a bulb holder and a micro-switch.


6. Building a prototype.


7. Evaluating the conceptual, epistemic and social affordances of the task.

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*MOE Participants include: MOE Participants & Direct Hires Staff from independent schools, Specialised Independent and Specialised Schools