Creating Buzz for All Learners: Inclusive STEM through Sustainability and Design
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Diverse Learners Symposium
| Friday, May 15, 2026 |
| 12:00 PM - 12:40 PM |
| P5 |
Overview
Discover how to engage diverse learners in critical and creative thinking through authentic, real-world STEM challenges. This hands-on workshop immerses educators in the urgent issue of the Varroa destructor mite and the essential role of European Honey Bees in Australian agriculture and biodiversity. Grounded in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and inclusive pedagogies, participants will explore adaptable strategies that differentiate learning and support students with a range of abilities and behaviours. The session will also demonstrate how Harvard University’s Project Zero thinking routines can extend classroom practice to deepen thinking and foster transferable skills. By connecting sustainability, agriculture, and STEM design processes, educators will leave equipped with practical tools to create inclusive, engaging, and thought-provoking STEM experiences that empower all learners to thrive.
Speaker
Nicolette Wheaton
Teacher
The Glennie School
Creating Buzz for All Learners: Inclusive STEM through Sustainability and Design
