Thomas (left) and Gerald (right) enjoyed keeping their learning on track
By Amy Oates
We have the notion of ‘keeping entertained at home’ all sorted, but coming up with activities that incorporate STEM and train the brain need a little more planning.
Fortunately, East Gippsland Shire Council recently supported Monash University’s ‘Making for all’ project and TAFE Gippsland students kept their learning on track at home.
Dr Ellis developed this project using TapeBlocks. This development gave adults with disability the opportunity to engage in activities at home, supported by online workshops, to create STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) projects.
Sue Fratczak, Transition Teacher, assisted her students to work on one of these projects.
“Our students put together a train in the Science Week project,” Sue said.
The kit included coloured foam sheets, glue, LED lights, conductive tape and other accessories to complete the project.
COVID restrictions derailed the chance for students to complete these projects off-campus with other members of the public, however, our students were very thankful to still be able to take part and train their brain.
“Thomas and Gerald enjoyed working on the projects and putting them together. They especially like the fact that the train lights up,” Sue said.
Today, Thursday 3 December, is International Day of People with Disability. This day aims to increase public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability and celebrate their achievements and contributions.