Speaker
Description
The talk will introduce a new initiative co-designed in consultation with our core partners, TRIUMF and Cenovus, and funded by the NSERC Chairs in Inclusion in Science and Engineering program and Cenovus Energy. The program explores STEM career pathways and provides curriculum-aligned resources for educators, while linking students to diverse role models - particularly those from equity-deserving groups. Its overarching goal is to strengthen physics education in rural and remote communities across Atlantic Canada at the intermediate and high-school levels, while inspiring more students to consider future careers in science and engineering.
We will introduce a growing collection of free, highly interactive lesson materials that connect core physics concepts to real-world applications and in-demand STEM careers. These resources are designed for flexible use in both online and in-person classrooms, whether delivered by teachers or by guest presenters. Spanning Grade 8 through Level 3 across Atlantic Canadian provincial curricula, the lessons address topics such as energy, electricity, forces, waves, and modern physics, and explicitly highlight how these ideas are used in industry, research, and everyday technologies.
The materials are developed using the Lumio digital platform to promote hands-on, inquiry-based, and highly engaging learning experiences. The session will feature a live demonstration of selected Lumio-based physics lessons, allowing participants to experience the activities from a learner’s perspective. It will also mark the official launch of a new public website that hosts the curriculum materials, related physics resources, and tools that connect teachers with STEM role models. Throughout the session, participants will be invited to provide feedback on both the website’s usability and the pedagogical effectiveness of the interactive resources. This input will directly inform future development, ensuring that the program continues to evolve in ways that best support educators and learners across Atlantic Canada.
| Keyword-1 | curriculum-aligned resources |
|---|---|
| Keyword-2 | interactive digital lessons |
| Keyword-3 | STEM role models |