We have just begin our ArtScience project this semester. In the previous week, we visited Art Science Museum for an excursion and to experience interactive art installations. We were also very lucky to have a pupil's father, Mr Joshi, an ex-engineer came to speak to the pupils. The point of the talk is to let pupils be aware that knowledge don't occur in isolation so it is important to be competent in different subjects. He used real-life examples in his work to explain about the importance of collaboration.
The upper primary pupils are working together in pre-allocated groups of 4. Each group has at least one P4 and P5 pupils to ensure cross-level sharing. Their first lesson was introductory play with electronic components (Batteries, crocodile clips, LEDs, small bulb, DC motor, copper tape, bulb holder, buzzer). I give them a brief introduction and told them the function of each component. With the components, they are supposed to figure out how to complete a closed circuit by lighting up LEDs/ bulbs and sound the buzzer.
If you would like to try them out yourself, head to Sim Lim Tower to purchase your electronic components! Alternative, you can enroll in Coursera.org to do a free course on Tinkering Fundamentals. There are also more information on Exploratorium website for projects with real-world connections.
