Orange Public School had access to state of the art technology for two days this week when the state's Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths kit came to Orange.
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Students had the chance to trial a range of teaching aids, which included 3D printers, robotics and 3D scanners.
Principal Brad Tom said the STEM kit items are hands on, contemporary and engaging - providing children enhanced opportunities to discover by doing.
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He said the school valued the opportunity to take part in the collaborative robotic projects - which incorporate STEM subjects - as they develop students' skills, while learning the fundamentals of computer coding in a creative, responsive and fun environment.
"The children are loving the range of activities and the high level of interactive technology that is not only fun but a great source of learning," he said.
Mr Tom said STEM programs develop students' analytical, creative and computational thinking processes, providing a solid base for further development.
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Alex Crowe
Alex covers science and environment issues, with a focus on local Canberra stories. alex.crowe@austcommunitymedia.com.au
Alex covers science and environment issues, with a focus on local Canberra stories. alex.crowe@austcommunitymedia.com.au
