Resources by National STEM Learning Centre and Network

Wave Machine

In this video, produced by the National STEM Learning Centre and the Institute of Physics, Alom Shaha describes a simple but effective wave machine. Aimed at teachers, this video explains how to make the wave machine using adhesive tape, jelly babies and wooden skewers. He explains how it can be used to...

Wetsuits for paratriathletes

This challenge is an opportunity for students to explore, experiment and innovate whilst designing a specialised wetsuit for paratriathletes who need specialised equipment to allow them to compete. Whilst the development in technology of prosthetic limbs, racing wheelchairs and handcycles has been substantial, no...

What have we learnt from CPD that is collaborative in nature? Findings and implications from the Action Research for Physics programme

This paper, published in 2012, summarises...

What organisms live in the Arctic?

What do different animals in the arctic regions eat? Do all animals eat similar things?

In this activity, children demonstrate their learning about Arctic organisms by constructing a mobile to show either a food chain, or for more advanced children, a food web.They will also be introduced to the work of...

Why is it important to use scientific words correctly?

Allyson is a Knowledge Engineer who helps scientists share their research fairly, accessibly, and openly. In this video,she talks about why it’s important that scientists use the same words when describing their work. She gives an example of how easy it is to misunderstand someone when they describe something to...

Wireless sensors

Purpose: The use of sensors to measure variables in practical science activities has long been linked to the use of data loggers. This is no longer the case. Free software apps on mobile devices can link directly to one or more wireless enabled sensors. This significantly reduces cost and complexity, whilst...

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