ROBOTS and driverless cars are helping hook youngsters on science and technology.
Thousands of Glasgow primary and secondary pupils are being given the opportunity to take part in free interactive workshops at the Science Centre.
Liz Cameron, executive member for children and young people, will joined in a special Lego Mindstorms robots workshop pupils to simulate driverless car technology and find out what it’s like to be a design engineer.
She said: “I am passionate about science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) subjects and will do everything that I can to make sure that our young people are given as many opportunities to discover the variety of wonderful career opportunities there are in this field of work.
“By joining forces with our colleagues in the Science Centre we are able to offer pupils a real hands on experience – there really is no better way to forge a love of science than practical lessons.”
The programme between city schools and Glasgow Science Centre includes a visit to My World of Work Live!, a set of interactive exhibits and workshops designed to inspire young people’s interest in careers in STEM
Every experience is about hands-on learning – building, making, designing – and makes the best use of the latest technology to engage and inspire.
This is the sixth year that the council has joined forces with the Science Centre to offer the free visits.
Stephen Breslin, CEO of Glasgow Science Centre said: “Thousands of our city’s children and teachers will be able to see science brought to life in a fun and interactive way thanks to the support from Glasgow City Council.
“The programme takes STEM out of the classroom and into real life and helps pupils and teachers understand the breadth of opportunity STEM careers offer and the variety of pathways into STEM industries.
"An interest in science at an early age can last a lifetime – we have an amazing history of world class scientists, and we’re excited to be working with Glasgow City Council to help us to inspire the scientists of the future.”
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