STEAM teacher workshop led by Lakeshore Learning

By Cham

Hillsborough, NC ~ On November 4th, approximately 50 educators met in the Whitted Human Services Center in Hillsborough for a full 8 hours. The reason? Education. Specifically, to learn techniques for incorporating STEAM and classroom management methodology into Pre-K and Kindergarten level classes.

The workshop, entitled “Building your STEAM team and classroom management strategies,” was provided by Lakeshore Learning’s Professional Services Group. Lakeshore’s PSG team offers “personalized, hands-on learning services designed to support the unique and growing needs of teachers and educators.” Clearly, they know what they’re doing as the excitement and laughter remained at a high during a long day of nonstop instruction.

The most widespread version of the education system discussed in the class was STEM, which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. However, Lakeshore’s workshop leader preferred the acronym STEAM, with an “A” representing Art. Another option discussed in class — my personal favorite — incorporates all five elements of STEAM, with the addition of Reading, forming the acronym STREAM.

For more information about this and future events, contact Lakeshore Learning’s Lead Educational Presenter Ron Mohi at Rmohi@LakeshoreLearning.com or go to LakeshoreLearning.com/psg.