STEAMus project students should reach high levels of awareness through research that will allow conceptual understanding of subjects that need to be learned. Computational thinking is an important approach that will be used by students, consisting of three parts: defining the problem and its theoretical forms, splitting it into several phases-smaller problems and finding a systematic way to solve them. Together with students, participating teachers will benefit from learning new working methods and other teachers in their schools will benefit from being provided with those methods. Teachers will enhance the quality of their later work with new approaches and influence future generations education through them. List of Learning, Teaching, Training Activities:
(Oct' 2021) Short-term joint staff training event for teachers in Estonia - "Startup STEAMus"
During the week all the activities stated in the application form of the project were carried out. The participants were given a presentation about Tartu Raatuse School, its curriculum, learning methodologies, learning environments and about the Estonian school system. Lots of workshops, including STEAM - Musical possibilities with one string instrument at Tartu Raatuse School, Estonian zither, mathematical graphs in music with Chrome Music Lab, nail instrument, one string instrument and “synthesizer” were carried out. The last one took place in Delta Centre of the University of Tartu that is one of the most modern centers of digital technology, analytical and economic thought in the Nordic region. Participating teachers also visited the biggest science center in the Baltic states AHHAA, where they also participated in workshops. The guest teachers also made a job-switching activity and gave different lessons to Tartu Raatuse School students. Partners gave presentations about methods of work through which they plan to accomplish the first two goals of the project. Also project work plan, evaluation and dissemination plan were discussed.
(Oct' 2021) Short-term joint staff training event for teachers in Estonia - "Startup STEAMus"
During the week all the activities stated in the application form of the project were carried out. The participants were given a presentation about Tartu Raatuse School, its curriculum, learning methodologies, learning environments and about the Estonian school system. Lots of workshops, including STEAM - Musical possibilities with one string instrument at Tartu Raatuse School, Estonian zither, mathematical graphs in music with Chrome Music Lab, nail instrument, one string instrument and “synthesizer” were carried out. The last one took place in Delta Centre of the University of Tartu that is one of the most modern centers of digital technology, analytical and economic thought in the Nordic region. Participating teachers also visited the biggest science center in the Baltic states AHHAA, where they also participated in workshops. The guest teachers also made a job-switching activity and gave different lessons to Tartu Raatuse School students. Partners gave presentations about methods of work through which they plan to accomplish the first two goals of the project. Also project work plan, evaluation and dissemination plan were discussed.
(Oct' 2022) Short-term exchanges of groups of pupils in Hungary - "Music Is all around us"
During the week all the activities stated in the application form of the project were carried out. Participants had a session of presentations about schools and famous female scientists or musicians of all participating countries. There was a visit to the local municipality, workshops of creating musical instruments from ordinary and unordinary things such as pipes and straws in the school laboratory as well as rhythm games, creating a digital poster and painting the music. Also, an international evening was spent with all the participants where the host country showed their local heritage via singing and dancing, tasting traditional organic dishes. Students also learned Hungarian folk dance and songs. Students got knowledge on how to measure the sonic waves, participated in Lego robotics workshop and learned how the human ear works. They also learned about the connections between math and music etc. As planned, visits to Budapest Science Centre and Museum of Musical Instruments in Kecskemét were carried out. In Chongrad St. Virgin Mary’s church was visited where students observed another connection between music and science – secrets of organ and church bells. The working week was finished with evaluation and feedback of the meeting.
During the week all the activities stated in the application form of the project were carried out. Participants had a session of presentations about schools and famous female scientists or musicians of all participating countries. There was a visit to the local municipality, workshops of creating musical instruments from ordinary and unordinary things such as pipes and straws in the school laboratory as well as rhythm games, creating a digital poster and painting the music. Also, an international evening was spent with all the participants where the host country showed their local heritage via singing and dancing, tasting traditional organic dishes. Students also learned Hungarian folk dance and songs. Students got knowledge on how to measure the sonic waves, participated in Lego robotics workshop and learned how the human ear works. They also learned about the connections between math and music etc. As planned, visits to Budapest Science Centre and Museum of Musical Instruments in Kecskemét were carried out. In Chongrad St. Virgin Mary’s church was visited where students observed another connection between music and science – secrets of organ and church bells. The working week was finished with evaluation and feedback of the meeting.
(Dec' 2022) Short-term exchanges of groups of pupils in Italy - "Music Is On Land And Under the Water"
Initially after the acceptance of our project the funding was decreased by the Estonian National Agency and the meeting in Italy was not approved but after our Spanish partner resigned from the project we were allowed to carry out the C2 activity in Italy that in the beginning was meant to be carried out in Spain. All the planned workshops were carried out in the best way and working atmosphere. The main topic was Music Is On Land And Under the Water where the focus was on music connected with the water. During the LTTA students participated in musical instrument workshops where they constructed a photo frame with the shape of musical instruments, also construction of a hydrophone with testing the instrument was carried out as well as fairy tale told with musical improvisation on the hydrophone. Workshop about the first connection between water and music in the human being (embryo in the amniotic liquid) + how useful and stimulating is to teach by music were the part of the studies. Students were introduced to chladni plates where they experienced the sound, vibrations and sand through the physical phenomenons that happen during the process. Workshop about programming a dancing NAO robot connected robotics, STEAM and music all together. Furthermore, the participants actively participated in technological, artistic and educational activities on the theme of the meeting. During all the week the development of technological skills, linguistic and artistic-expressive communication skills were in focus. During the LTTA there was a visit to Rome to the Museum of Musical Instruments and to Tivoli where it was possible to admire the organ fountain that plays thanks to the movement of the water according to a particular technological mechanism. The participants were also welcomed by the Mayor of Cisterna and visited the historic Palazzo Caetani which represents the most solid testimony of the presence of the Caetani family in 1200 and where Pope Alexander III received the pontifical coats of arms. On the last evening there was the final party and the certificates ceremony. All the participants, teachers and students, ate typical Italian foods and danced together. The dinner was kindly offered by the Mayor of Cisterna. Also the evaluation of the week was carried out through personal interviews and written feedback.
Initially after the acceptance of our project the funding was decreased by the Estonian National Agency and the meeting in Italy was not approved but after our Spanish partner resigned from the project we were allowed to carry out the C2 activity in Italy that in the beginning was meant to be carried out in Spain. All the planned workshops were carried out in the best way and working atmosphere. The main topic was Music Is On Land And Under the Water where the focus was on music connected with the water. During the LTTA students participated in musical instrument workshops where they constructed a photo frame with the shape of musical instruments, also construction of a hydrophone with testing the instrument was carried out as well as fairy tale told with musical improvisation on the hydrophone. Workshop about the first connection between water and music in the human being (embryo in the amniotic liquid) + how useful and stimulating is to teach by music were the part of the studies. Students were introduced to chladni plates where they experienced the sound, vibrations and sand through the physical phenomenons that happen during the process. Workshop about programming a dancing NAO robot connected robotics, STEAM and music all together. Furthermore, the participants actively participated in technological, artistic and educational activities on the theme of the meeting. During all the week the development of technological skills, linguistic and artistic-expressive communication skills were in focus. During the LTTA there was a visit to Rome to the Museum of Musical Instruments and to Tivoli where it was possible to admire the organ fountain that plays thanks to the movement of the water according to a particular technological mechanism. The participants were also welcomed by the Mayor of Cisterna and visited the historic Palazzo Caetani which represents the most solid testimony of the presence of the Caetani family in 1200 and where Pope Alexander III received the pontifical coats of arms. On the last evening there was the final party and the certificates ceremony. All the participants, teachers and students, ate typical Italian foods and danced together. The dinner was kindly offered by the Mayor of Cisterna. Also the evaluation of the week was carried out through personal interviews and written feedback.
(Mar' 2023) Short-term exchanges of groups of pupils in Poland - "Music makes the world go round"
Activity week in Poland set the focus to mathematical workshops in music and integrate at the same time classical music into STEAM field. In mathematics, we are looking for patterns to describe and predict the unknown, and under every music piece, there is a pattern (repeated design or repeating series of symmetries). The scale of the music is divided into fractions to generate different sounds. Participants were dealing with the following: - How to produce sound? - Different musical instrument design. - Creating a Musical instrument. - Presenting a self-made musical instrument. Students had an ability to participate in creative workshops in which their task was to handmade drums using the materials provided. With their own drums students then participated in a little musical performance, where their drums were used. The team visited the Lodz Philharmonic where they had a chance of participating in a cajon workshop and had a little guided walk through which they were able to see the philharmony from the inside and the backstage. Students participated in a workshop with a falconer who presented birds of prey and told us lots about the sounds the birds made and how important they were in the lives of the past and present people. Also in workshops with the SCRATCH programme, where they created their own sounds using computers. During the workshops in Music Academy of Łódź they learned about the grand piano, met one of the best piano tuner in the area and had a chance of making their own interactive music clip, making sounds and visuals, creating effects using the newest technology and virtual reality. The third day of the visit started with workshops combining math and music. Then the students used their own voice and participated in beatbox workshops, where they created music without any musical instruments. Later that day the team took part in workshops in a theater, where they learned about theater acoustics and how important it is for actors to produce a good voice. The fourth working day was a culture day. The team visited the Cinematography museum, where the tour centered upon music production in films. Then, we visited the History of Łódź museum, where the team learned about the host city and about Arthur Rubinstein - one of the most famous Lodz pianists. The activities saw students and teachers involved in multiple workshops and playful moments. During the workshops the students came into contact with other subjects like biology, math and arts so this way they could realize the importance of the inter-curricular contact. All activities aimed at making groups compact and facilitating socialization and all the objectives set for this meeting in our application were met. Proactive climate of discovery and knowledge was created among the participants from various European countries. Pupils shared moments of mutual discovery which made them more aware of their being European.
Activity week in Poland set the focus to mathematical workshops in music and integrate at the same time classical music into STEAM field. In mathematics, we are looking for patterns to describe and predict the unknown, and under every music piece, there is a pattern (repeated design or repeating series of symmetries). The scale of the music is divided into fractions to generate different sounds. Participants were dealing with the following: - How to produce sound? - Different musical instrument design. - Creating a Musical instrument. - Presenting a self-made musical instrument. Students had an ability to participate in creative workshops in which their task was to handmade drums using the materials provided. With their own drums students then participated in a little musical performance, where their drums were used. The team visited the Lodz Philharmonic where they had a chance of participating in a cajon workshop and had a little guided walk through which they were able to see the philharmony from the inside and the backstage. Students participated in a workshop with a falconer who presented birds of prey and told us lots about the sounds the birds made and how important they were in the lives of the past and present people. Also in workshops with the SCRATCH programme, where they created their own sounds using computers. During the workshops in Music Academy of Łódź they learned about the grand piano, met one of the best piano tuner in the area and had a chance of making their own interactive music clip, making sounds and visuals, creating effects using the newest technology and virtual reality. The third day of the visit started with workshops combining math and music. Then the students used their own voice and participated in beatbox workshops, where they created music without any musical instruments. Later that day the team took part in workshops in a theater, where they learned about theater acoustics and how important it is for actors to produce a good voice. The fourth working day was a culture day. The team visited the Cinematography museum, where the tour centered upon music production in films. Then, we visited the History of Łódź museum, where the team learned about the host city and about Arthur Rubinstein - one of the most famous Lodz pianists. The activities saw students and teachers involved in multiple workshops and playful moments. During the workshops the students came into contact with other subjects like biology, math and arts so this way they could realize the importance of the inter-curricular contact. All activities aimed at making groups compact and facilitating socialization and all the objectives set for this meeting in our application were met. Proactive climate of discovery and knowledge was created among the participants from various European countries. Pupils shared moments of mutual discovery which made them more aware of their being European.
(Apr' 2023) Short-term exchanges of groups of pupils in Bulgaria - "STEAMus by the Sea"
During the meeting work diverse methods and approaches were used: CLIL, STEAM, practical approach through workshops and labs, ICT, collaborative learning and international team work, research; discussions, problem-solving and project-based learning, practical experience, seminars; performance, exhibitions, evaluation and assessment. Students and teachers were involved in specific workshops, activities and cultural visits. Besides the project activities they also had the opportunity to know Bulgarian folklore and cuisine. By engaging students and teachers in these mobility activities they : - improved their knowledge about scientific and technological facts, such as the connection between physics and music - noise, tones, sounds, Mathematics and musical beats, Biology and music - learned about the local History, Bulgarian culture and traditions, traditional music instruments, folk dances and costumes. - developed different skills and practical competences - increased their problem-solving skills and creativity as far as other important transversal skills - created peace of art, recorded and edited music and sounds - actively explored the town of Varna During all international activities several number of presentations and ICT based products were produced (for example lessons plans and materials for teachers) and they can be used as a teaching and learning materials in all partner schools after the mobility and for dissemination. All the activities improved students' language skills, raise their awareness of the connection between Physics, Music, Art and additionally - created a sense of European citizenship. Teachers positively benefit both their personal and professional development. Teachers: - became more aware in use of STEAM and CLIL methods, ICT in their everyday teaching and educational work - developed competence in terms of teamwork, project method in international project groups - became more fluent in use of English and therefore much more competitive in their job and carrier - school administrators were able to improve solutions in the field of organization and management through the exchange of good practice sessions.
During the meeting work diverse methods and approaches were used: CLIL, STEAM, practical approach through workshops and labs, ICT, collaborative learning and international team work, research; discussions, problem-solving and project-based learning, practical experience, seminars; performance, exhibitions, evaluation and assessment. Students and teachers were involved in specific workshops, activities and cultural visits. Besides the project activities they also had the opportunity to know Bulgarian folklore and cuisine. By engaging students and teachers in these mobility activities they : - improved their knowledge about scientific and technological facts, such as the connection between physics and music - noise, tones, sounds, Mathematics and musical beats, Biology and music - learned about the local History, Bulgarian culture and traditions, traditional music instruments, folk dances and costumes. - developed different skills and practical competences - increased their problem-solving skills and creativity as far as other important transversal skills - created peace of art, recorded and edited music and sounds - actively explored the town of Varna During all international activities several number of presentations and ICT based products were produced (for example lessons plans and materials for teachers) and they can be used as a teaching and learning materials in all partner schools after the mobility and for dissemination. All the activities improved students' language skills, raise their awareness of the connection between Physics, Music, Art and additionally - created a sense of European citizenship. Teachers positively benefit both their personal and professional development. Teachers: - became more aware in use of STEAM and CLIL methods, ICT in their everyday teaching and educational work - developed competence in terms of teamwork, project method in international project groups - became more fluent in use of English and therefore much more competitive in their job and carrier - school administrators were able to improve solutions in the field of organization and management through the exchange of good practice sessions.