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Early Childhood Innovation in STEM
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Course Summary
Innovation starts in the sandbox. This Erasmus+ course offers a “Mini-Innovator” approach to STEM, designed specifically for Kindergarten and early Primary educators. We move away from high-screen environments toward a “Low-Screen/No-Screen” methodology that emphasizes logical thinking, scientific discovery, and physical play.
Participants will learn how to introduce complex concepts like coding and engineering through tactile, age-appropriate activities. By tapping into the natural curiosity of young children, this course empowers teachers to build the foundations of future-ready skills in a playful, inclusive and natural way.
The course follows a practice-oriented and collaborative approach, consistent with Erasmus+ KA1 training standards.
Course Goals
Learning outcomes:
- Introduce the “Mini-Innovator” pedagogical framework for early STEM;
- Apply screen-free coding activities (unplugged logic) to Kindergarten classrooms;
- Master the use of age-appropriate robotics (e.g., Bee-Bot, Cubetto) for early engineering;
- Promote inclusion and gender equality in STEM from the earliest ages;
- Improve technical and English language skills in a creative environment;
- Share and adapt innovative teaching practices with other early childhood specialists;
- Identify and share low-cost STEM materials that can be implemented at a local level;
- Enhance communicative competencies in English and social skills;
- Facilitate experience exchange with colleagues from across Europe.
Daily Program
DAY 1
• Welcome & Early Childhood Quiz;
• Sharing the "Current State of Play" in Kindergarten across Europe;
• Integrating scientific inquiry with early language and math development using the UDL (Universal Design for Learning) framework;
• Developing logical thinking through movement, games and storytelling.
DAY 2
• Tactile Logic: Transitioning from physical blocks to digital logic using "Screen-Free to Screen-Smart" pedagogical progressions;
• Hands-on Robotics: Exploring early engineering tools for small hands;
• Practical: Building the first "Robot Story";
• Using robots as "Patient Assistants" to foster peer collaboration, resilience, and problem-solving in small groups.
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DAY 3
• Practical: Laboratory of the Senses: Conducting indoor "Micro-Experiments" (may include “Invisible Ink Chemistry" and "Mini-Water Filtration" models);
• The Scientific Method for Kids: Teaching children to "Predict, Observe, and Explain" using tactile laboratory tools;
• Practical: Create a "Kitchen Chemistry" guide for kindergarten-safe experiments.
DAY 4
• The Inclusive STEM Classroom: Creating an environment where every child feels like a scientist;
• Breaking stereotypes in early childhood through inclusive play-based engineering and career-roleplay.
DAY 5
• Practical: Helping Students Help Each Other: Building a Collaborative STEM Lab;
• Course round and review;
• Learning validation;
• Certification Ceremony.
Note
The daily schedule/ program describes likely activities but may differ based on the trainer's discretion and objectives.
Classes are scheduled for either the morning or afternoon, based on the provider's preference.
If there's a particular topic you wish to cover, please mention it no later than 1 month in advance.
Please note that the course may have participants from various school levels and English proficiency.
Pricing
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400 € / participant
- Welcome Kit
- Quality Daily Program
- Daily Coffee Break
- Logistics & Admin. Support
- Full Daily Assistance
- Erasmus+ Documentation
- Certification Ceremony
Costs can be supported with a Key Action grant under the Erasmus+ Program. Our pricing policy follows the official regulations on transparent costs.
Course fee: 400 euros per participant (5-day course).
What is Included? Find all details listed inside the information box.
More About Our Services
Welcome Kit
with goodies and materials from Learning Together’ Team
Quality Daily Program
designed by our innovative, experienced trainers
Organizational Administrative Support
from the headquarters and LT staff
Daily Coffee Break
to enjoy a morning break between peers and trainer
Full Daily Assistance
on-call+chat support throughout the whole week
Certification Ceremony
course documents, validation, networking & farewell.
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📝 Get the Program PDF HERE.
What is Course Status?
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Confirmed
This session/date is affirmed and will be held.
Planned
This session is a planned date and is open to enrollments.
Language
English
Material Required
Laptop
Documentation
Yes
Certificate
Yes
Location
On-site
Target Audience
Wide range of educational professionals across primary, middle and secondary schools, higher education, training centers, adult education schools and NGOs.
OUR GALLERY
Certification
A Certificate of Attendance is issued to all participants who complete a minimum of 80% of the course.
2-Week Training
Join a second confirmed course for a 2-week mobility (enjoy a longer experience with a discount)! Contact us for more details or pre-register.
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