The 1st Primary School of Rafina recently completed a successful implementation of the FIND-STEM teacher training course in Greece, aimed at fostering innovation and nurturing diversity in STEM education. This intensive eight-hour workshop brought together educators to strengthen their competencies in delivering creative, inclusive, and gender-aware STEAM learning experiences.
Bridging the Gap in STEM Education
The program addressed several critical challenges identified by participants, such as the lack of materials for experiential learning and difficulties in integrating technology. Over the course of two days (November 5-6, 2025), teachers engaged in a series of interactive modules:
- Inclusive STEM Approaches: Focusing on core concepts of creativity, inclusion, and gender equality.
- Digital Innovation: Designing WebQuests and Digital Breakouts to enhance student engagement.
- Practical Application: Developing inquiry-based and project-based learning experiences through hands-on activities.
- Assessment & Reflection: Implementing practical methods to monitor participation and foster continuous improvement.
Voices from the Training: Impact and Results
The feedback from the participating educators was overwhelmingly positive, with the training meeting or exceeding all expectations. Quantitative data revealed a substantial increase in teacher self-confidence across all areas, most notably in reflective practice and gender equality and inclusion.