Resources by STEM Learning

Human kite

Taking inspiration from the Born to Engineer video from Angelo Grubisic, an aeronautical engineer who combines his love for engineering with a passion for extreme sports., this resource supports students to increase their understanding of flight and how engineers use nature to inspire their ideas. Students will...

Humphry Davy - Crossing the arts/science divide in schools

These resources, for pupils aged 11 to 14 are ideal for teachers to show the cross-curricular links between literacy and science. They have been...

Improving glue

This is an  activity where students make glues using milk. They make a glue following a given procedure and then alter the method to see if they can make a stronger glue.
Different milks and bases are provided, though some students may decide to make the glue acidic or basic or add less water when making the...

In control

Cycling is becoming an increasingly important transport solution for many people. This resource sets small groups of students the challenge of working together to design a gadget that can be attached to and powered by a bicycle.

Innovation Challenge - Ambassador Guidance

Innovation is all around us; every day businesses are set up and new products or services created. Companies House states that around 500,000 new businesses are registered every year in the UK, with an average of 30,000 new products launched.

Below is our training video to help Innovation Ambassadors...

Innovation Challenge - FAQs

We have put together a video addressing the Frequently Asked Questions relating to the Innovation Challenge.

If you have any further questions, please feel free to get in touch with stem@rtcnorth....

Innovation Challenge - Session 1 - What is Innovation?

Session 1 of the Innovation Challenge is: What is Innovation?

This session takes a closer look at the innovation process and the typical characteristics of innovators.

Learning outcomes
Students will:
• Have a greater understanding of innovation and the innovation process...

Innovation Challenge - Session 10 - The Pitch

Session 10 of the Innovation Challenge is: The pitch

This session focuses on how to deliver a successful pitch. It has handy hints and tips on what to say. 

Learning outcomes
Students will be able to:
• Understand what pitching means
• Put into action their knowledge of...

Innovation Challenge - Session 3 - The Big Idea

Session 3 of the Innovation Challenge is: The Big Idea

This is a creative session where the students come up with possible solutions to the challenges highlighted by their research.

Learning outcomes
Students will be able to:
• Convert challenges into solutions
•...