These new programs with titles like Toys in Space<\/em>, Invisible Forces<\/em>, Save the Suit<\/em>, Ship the Chip, <\/em>and Green Fuel Rockets<\/em>, illustrate solid curriculum points in areas such as Forces & Structures (Grade 7); Astronomy (Grade 9); Design & Inquiry Process (Grade 10); and Physics (Grade 11). Maria also has several more in development for the next school year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to Invent.org<\/a>, \u201cSTEM-based education teaches children more than science and mathematics concepts. The focus on hands-on learning with real-world applications helps develop a variety of skill sets, including creativity and 21st<\/sup>-century skills. 21st<\/sup>-century skills include media and technology literacy, productivity, social skills, communication, flexibility, and initiative. Other skills attained through STEM education include problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, curiosity, decision making, leadership, entrepreneurship, acceptance of failure, and more.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the museum\u2019s goals is to develop strategies that will inspire the next generation to pursue careers in aviation and aerospace. According to pre-pandemic studies from the Canadian Council for Aviation and Aerospace<\/a> (CCAA), there is predicted to be \u201ca major shortage of 55,000 skilled workers in Canada\u2019s aviation and aerospace industry by 2025.\u201d [1]<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n These new STEM programs are designed to address this shortage by showcasing real-life applications of science, technology, engineering, and math to the aviation and aerospace sectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to our five new STEM programs, we\u2019ve developed a new Grade 11 History program on Canada\u2019s contributions to WWII aviation. Through the use of primary documents, maps, and aircraft, students will gain an understanding of Canada’s role in the Second World War and how it shaped our nation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We\u2019ve also expanded our Children\u2019s Programs team. Joel Ramos and Candace Kostna have joined our education department to help deliver our programming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n All our programs are professionally designed and delivered in our new, world-class facility. Education is an important aspect of any museum, and RAMWC is proud and pleased to uphold this tradition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To learn more or to book one of our school programs, contact Pam McKenzie<\/a> or visit our Education page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n [1]<\/a> https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/pulse\/teaming-up-address-canadas-aviation-aerospace-labour\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" It\u2019s a new school year and for us that means the resumption of our popular \u2018Take Flight!\u2019 curriculum-based programs. 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What else is new in RAMWC\u2019s programming?<\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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