Kerry McGarvey - Building Creativity and Confidence with STEM

A STEM teacher in Flushing, Queens, emphasizes the importance of STEM programs in schools, especially for English language learners. These programs help students overcome language barriers, build confidence, and explore talents. The teacher shares a success story of students participating in a citywide Minecraft challenge, which boosted their confidence and performance in regular classes. The teacher advocates for STEM in Title One schools to provide students with opportunities and career paths they might not have considered. The video concludes with a call to action for schools to adopt STEM programs to engage students and prepare them for the future.

Why are STEM and technology programs particularly beneficial for English language learners?

• They focus solely on language skills.

• They help students learn English faster.

• They replace traditional subjects.

• They provide a space for creativity and confidence building.

What was the main activity in the citywide challenge mentioned by the teacher?

• A coding competition

• A robotics tournament

• A science fair

• A Minecraft challenge

How did participating in the Minecraft challenge affect the students?

• They lost interest in STEM.

• They focused only on gaming.

• They became more reserved.

• They gained confidence and improved in regular classes.

What is one of the key benefits of STEM programs in Title One and Title 3 schools?

• They focus only on sports.

• They reduce the number of school days.

• They eliminate the need for traditional subjects.

• They provide opportunities for career exploration.

According to the teacher, what is essential for students to feel passionate about their future?

• Learning multiple languages

• Participating in sports

• Having a clear career path

• Focusing on traditional subjects