Cultivating Curiosity and Creativity in Science: Practical ideas and examples from LEGO® Education Science

This session is mainly intended for primary and secondary educators, but anyone curious about science engagement in the classroom is welcome to join!

Get curious about curiosity!

Join us to experience a guided inquiry approach to science using examples from LEGO® Education Science.

In the session, we’ll look at how guided inquiry, combined with practical hands-on activities, can give children the joy of discovery and learning. You’ll see an example of guided inquiry in a lesson, highlighting its impact on learning and engagement.

You will experience a lesson run-through, showcasing how guided inquiry and playful learning come to life in a science context. We’ll also explore practical ideas and strategies you can apply in your own classrooms to build curiosity and creativity.

Expected Outcomes

• Identify benefits of guided inquiry in classrooms
• Experience a guided inquiry lesson
• Learn practical strategies to use in your classrooms

You will meet:

Mary Whiteside
Senior Manager, Teacher Training Academy, LEGO Education International

• Responsible for running the LEI Teacher Training Academy and supporting LEI Certified Trainers globally.

• 15+ years of experience teaching and training in the UK, Spain, and Australia.

• Experienced workshop facilitator and global conference presenter.

• Qualified teacher with an MA in Education from King’s College London and a PGCert in Education from the University of Cambridge.