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Marshall Cavendish Education (MCE) is a global educational publisher providing resources for the teaching and learning of Mathematics, Science, English and Chinese. We specialise in curriculum development and integration and have developed textbooks for places such as the US, Singapore and Hong Kong.

Marshall Cavendish Education Hong Kong (MCEHK) strives to develop textbooks and supplementary materials that are up-to-date and of high qualities. Together with our top-notch quality services, we aim to facilitate learners to expand their knowledge and skills.

The Science Centre Singapore is dedicated to the promotion of science and technology. As a leading Science Centre in the region, it has twelve exhibition galleries with more than 1,000 interactive exhibits.

Science Centre Singapore is moving towards actively promoting STEM education through several STEM-related initiatives. These include workshops, lesson materials and exhibits. We aim to:

● Ignite students’ passion for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) so as to inspire them to take up STEM-related courses.

About Marshall Cavendish Education

About Science Centre Singapore

Collaboration STEM

To meet the challenges of the evolving educational landscape and respond to schools’ growing needs, we work to develop textbooks and supplementary materials that align closely with the local curricula. Our resources cater for the needs of teachers and learners. In recent years, we have been keen to explore the China and Southeast Asian markets, hoping to contribute to educating the next generation in Asia.

About Marshall Cavendish Education

About Science Centre Singapore● Raise students’ aspirations in

pursuing STEM careers by exposing them to the real-world industries.

● Uplift professional STEM career images.

We achieve these objectives through our STEM Applied Learning Programmes (ALP) and the STEM Industrial Partnership Programmes (IPP).*

InnovationPICKER Approach

* For information please refer to website: www.steminc.sg

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About MC STEM AcademyMCEHK has been publishing textbooks and curriculum resources for Science, Mathematics and Computing for years. With our expertise in these subjects, MCEHK has developed a STEM curriculum that adopts an inter-disciplinary approach. MC STEM Academy ( ACADEMY ) was formed with professors and lecturers from universities, front-line principals, teachers and experienced practitioners. Its programmes aim to build students’ scientific mind-set and creativity, which help them become future innovators.

To support such an initiative, MC STEM Academy formed its advisory group in early 2016. The advisory group comprises leading education professors and practitioners in Science, Mathematics and Technology education, and help steer our STEM curriculum design and professional development.

► Dr Daricks Chan Wai-hongHead of Mathematics and IT Department, The Education University of Hong Kong

► Dr Ray Cheung Chak-chungAssociate Professor, Department of Electronic EngineeringThe City University of Hong KongDirector, CityU Apps Lab, Hour of Code HK

► Mr Edwin Ching Chi-cheungAssistant Principal of FukienSecondarySchoolAffiliatedSchool

► Ms Cheung Wai-chingPrincipal of St Bonaventure Catholic Primary SchoolUNESCO Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) Experimental Schools in China

► Mr Gyver Lau Kwok-leungChairman of Association of Science and Mathematics Education HKPrincipal of Chinese YMCA College

► Mr Andy LiCurriculum Leader ofPLK Dr. Jimmy Wong Chi-Ho ( Tin Sum Valley ) Primary School

► Mr She MangFormerChiefCurriculumDevelopmentOfficer (IT in Education) of Education Bureau HKSAR

► Dr Winnie So Wing-muiAssociate Dean of the Graduate SchoolDirector of the Centre for Education in Environmental SustainabilityProfessor in the Department of Science and Environmental Studies

► Mr Albert Wong Kin-waiChairman of Association of IT Leaders in Education

ContentsRationale of STEM Education p.6

Key Features of Our STEM Thematic Programmes p.8

Comprehensive Teaching Resources p.10

Holistic Solutions for STEM Education p.14

Featured STEM Thematic Programmes p.16

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Rationale of STEM EducationTo conduct effective STEM-related learning activities, we need to know how to integrate subject knowledge, innovation and technology. With years of experience in educational publishing in Mathematics, Science and Computer Studies, Marshall Cavendish Education Hong Kong is now collaborating with Science Centre Singapore to provide lesson plans, resources and other support for STEM education. We look forward to working with schools and developing sustainable STEM education projects with them.

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Rationale of STEM Education

Marshall Cavendish Education Hong Kong works with Science Centre Singapore to design interesting STEM courses. These courses provide authentic tasks that facilitate the learning and application of problem-solving skills in everyday life.

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The inter-disciplinary approach of STEM education integrates

concepts in Science, Mathematics and Computer

Studies. Activities are used to arouse students’

curiosity.

As part of their STEM education, students

learn fundamental concepts that are

reinforced and built-upon by applying

this knowledge to create

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Students apply what they learn from STEM-related activities and unleash

their potential in innovation and creativity.

The hands-on learning experiences allow students to showcase their knowledge and creativity. By examining their products, reflecting on the learning outcomes, and working out solutions to problems,

students’ logical thinking and problem-solving

skills improve.

After doing experiments, students continue their STEM education by evaluating the effectiveness

of their products and thinking about how their products can be improved.

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Five steps of a STEM study:

Our programmes emphasise the application of knowledge in Science, Mathematics, and Information and Communication Technology. Through these programmes, students appreciate the impact of science in our daily lives and cultivate the six elements of PICKER literacy:

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Emphasise P roblem-solving Skills. Students have to identify and devise a solution to a real-life problem.

K nowledge Application is an important skill in problem solving. Essential background knowledge is providedinthissectionfirstsothatit can be applied in problem solving later.

Scenario Exploration /Realistic Case Study

Background Knowledge

1Introduce the impact of science and technology in our daily lives.

Knowing Our World

Key Features of Our STEM Thematic Programmes

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Key Features of Our STEM Thematic Programmes► P roblem-solving Skills► I nvestigation► C ollaboration

► K nowledge Application► E ngineering Literacy► R efinement

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Through step-by-step guidance, students develop C ollaboration skills and E ngineering Literacy.

Facilitate students to develop I nvestigation skills. After testing and collecting data, students analyse the results and carry out R efinement of their product.

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Comprehensive Teaching Resources1 Student’s Handbook

► Start with a realistic case study or scenario to arouse students’ interest

► Provide students with background knowledge essential for the project

► With step-by-step guidance, students develop STEM skills and knowledge

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Teacher’s Manual

Lesson Plan

► Include answers to questions, detailed procedure, and background information of the project

► Provide supplementary information and ideas for further learning and project refinementsforstudentswhowanttochallenge themselves further

► Useful teaching tips and material lists are provided to help teachers prepare the lessons

► Provide details of learning elements and relations with different STEM subjects

► Provide detailed time allocations, guidelines for teaching activities and relevant teaching and learning resources.

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6 eBook 360► Contain interactive elements. Teacher can

view the responses from students in the eBook

► Can build up a learning portfolio for each student, e.g. student can take photographs of their products and record them in the eBook

5 Demonstration Video► Illustrate the detailed steps of each project

► Allow teachers to familiarise themselves with the projects before lessons

4 PowerPoint► A concise PowerPoint designed for

teaching and learning

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eBook360, the latest comprehensive e-Textbook, is compatible with all tablets and PCs.

Web-based eBook360 is available on PCs. eBook360 App is available on all tablets. Students can access this platform during lessons and at home, both online and offline.

Four Main Features

Built-in e-tools, videos and animations are provided to help build STEM knowledge and skills and promote self-directed learning.

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Teachers can tailor-make their own teaching materials by adding, deleting or rearranging the pages.

4 Content Customisation

It helps teachers analyse students’ performances, enabling them to design lessons that cater for learner diversity.

3 Learning Analytics

Teachers can monitor the class and display students’ screens to share their work and discussion.

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Holistic Solutions for STEM Education

Apart from STEM learning and teaching resources, we also provide total solutions to schools, offering STEM training programmes and activities, STEM curriculum design and consultation services, and innovative STEM hardware to support the implementation of STEM education in schools.

2 Collaboration with Schools and Institutes to Organise STEM ActivitiesOrganise STEM competitions and STEM day camps with schools and institutes to broaden students’ STEM experience.

1 STEM HardwareRecommend major STEM hardware providers who offer a wide range of STEM hardware that suits the needs of schools.

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Holistic Solutions for STEM Education

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Students’ Training Programmes and Activities

STEM Curriculum Design and Consultation Services

We offer STEM training programmes and activitiesthathelpdevelopstudents᾿STEMskills, such as creativity, problem-solving and scientificinquiryskills.

With a team of STEM specialists, we assist schools in setting clear goals for the implementation of STEM education. We can also co-plan the implementation strategies for STEM education in schools.

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Featured STEM Thematic Programmes1

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Magnetic Levitation Train

Roman Catapult

Magnetic levitation train is an advanced technology that makes long journeys short. Can we make a small magnetic levitation train at home?With the use of magnets and battery, we can make a magnetic levitation train.

SCIENCEProperties of a magnet; connecting a closed circuit; effects of friction on the movement of an object; structure and principle of a magnetic levitation train

TECHNOLOGYUse 3D design software to design a magnetic levitation train and its rails; use a 3D printer to make a magnetic levitation train and rails

ENGINEERINGChoosingmaterialsforthe3Dprintingofthetrainbody;designandrefinementof product

MATHEMATICSParallel lines; calculation of speed

Roman catapult is a simple application of basic mechanics. Can we make a small Roman catapult?By applying basic knowledge of mechanics, a simple catapult can be made to lift or launch heavy objects.

SCIENCEPrinciple and different types of levers; energy conversion; structure and working principle of a Roman catapult

TECHNOLOGYUse 3D design software to draw the design of the catapult

ENGINEERINGDesignandrefinementofproduct

MATHEMATICSPercentages; average of a group of data

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Reference video:http://www.mceducation.com.hk/pri/cs/images/STEM/EE/Maglev.mp4

Reference video:http://www.mceducation.com.hk/pri/cs/images/STEM/EE/Roman.mp4

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4 Electric Elevator

It is very exciting to see flying rockets. Can we use water as the fuel and make our own rockets?The working principles are similar between conventional rockets and water rockets. However, instead of the combustion of fuel in conventional rockets, compressed air and water are used to generate the propelling force required to launch the water rocket.

Elevators are common in our daily lives. Can we make an elevator that operates automatically?Micro:bit can be connected to external sensors. We can use an infrared sensor to build a smart elevator.

SCIENCEEnergyconversion;basicmechanics;reflectionoflight (IR sensor)

TECHNOLOGYCoding of micro:bit; use of sensors


MATHEMATICSCalculation of angle movement of servo motor

Aeronautics Technology

SCIENCEStructure and working principle of a water rocket; action and reaction forces

TECHNOLOGYUse3Ddesignsoftwaretodesignthefinsofthe water rocket


MATHEMATICS

Measure and compare the capacities of containers; choose the appropriate tools for measurement; fractions; measure and compare the sizes of angles

Reference video:http://www.mceducation.com.hk/pri/cs/images/STEM/EE/Aeronautics.mp4

Reference video:http://www.mceducation.com.hk/pri/cs/images/STEM/EE/Microbit-elevator.mp4

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Traffic Light Control System

Smart Racing Car

Traffic lights are essential in the traffic control system. Can you use micro:bit to simulate this system?

Trafficlightsarecommoninourdailylivesandareessentialinregulatingthetrafficflowontheroadsandallowing pedestrians to cross the roads safely.

SCIENCECompletion of circuit; telecommunications

TECHNOLOGYCoding of micro:bit; use of sensors

ENGINEERINGDesign a signal system

MATHEMATICSCalculation of time interval; sequence

Apart from being the driver of a car, can we make a car which either drive on its own or be controlled remotely?With micro:bit and motor car kit, we can make a robot car. We can code the car to carry out different functions, e.g. wireless control or obstacle avoidance.

Reference video:http://www.mceducation.com.hk/pri/cs/images/STEM/EE/Microbit-car.mp4

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SCIENCEEnergy conversion; telecommunications

TECHNOLOGYCoding of micro:bit; use of sensors; wireless communication


MATHEMATICSCalculation of speed and distance travelled

Reference video:http://www.mceducation.com.hk/pri/cs/images/STEM/EE/Microbit-trafficlight.mp4

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Robotic Arm*

Intelligent Table Lamp*

There are plenty repetitive and dangerous works in a factory. How can we minimise the risks that workers would encounter in a factory by using robots?

By using servo motors and some simple materials, we can make a robotic arm. We can code the robotic arm to carry out different functions, e.g. controlled by a micro:bit remote.

SCIENCEEnergy conversion; basic mechanics; telecommunications

TECHNOLOGYCoding the micro:bit; wireless communication


MATHEMATICSCalculation of angle movement of servo motor

Electricity is a precious resource. Can we make a table lamp that turns on and off automatically to save energy?Micro:bit has different built-in sensors. We can code the micro:bit to control the lamp, e.g. turning on and off according to ambient light intensity.

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SCIENCEEnergyconversion;reflectionoflight;voltage

TECHNOLOGYCoding of micro:bit; use of different sensors

ENGINEERINGDesignandrefinementofproduct;choosingsuitable materials for the lamp shield

MATHEMATICSProportion (Calculation of voltage); mensuration

Reference video:http://www.mceducation.com.hk/pri/cs/images/STEM/EE/Microbit-arm.mp4

Featured STEM Thematic Programmes

*This programme is designed solely by Marshall Cavendish Education Hong Kong

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Table Football Machine*

Morse Code Machine*

We sometimes want to play games to relax. How can we make a gaming machine using micro:bit?

Coding can be fun. We can make a table football machine by using some recycled materials and micro:bit. By writing a simple program, the micro:bit can take the score automatically.

Suppose you need to communicate with others secretly — can you make a communication device by using micro:bit?Morse code can be used to send messages. We can use the radio function of micro:bit to send Morse code between two micro:bits.

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SCIENCEEnergy conversion; telecommunications

TECHNOLOGYCoding of micro:bit; use of sensors; wireless communication

ENGINEERINGDesignandrefinementofproduct;designofacodetable

MATHEMATICSCalculation of time interval; sequence


SCIENCEClosed circuit and open circuit; basic mechanics; electrical conductivity of materials


ENGINEERINGDesignandrefinementofproduct;choosingsuitablematerials

MATHEMATICSMensuration

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Making an Automated Tea Brewer12


Smart Wearables*Many people suffer from heat stroke in summer. Is it possible to solve this problem by making smart wearables?

We can use an e-Textile kit to integrate micro:bit and electronic components to make clothes. For example, we can make sportswear which alerts you when the temperature is too high.

SCIENCE

Energy conversion; closed circuit and open circuit; voltage



MATHEMATICSProportion (Calculation of voltage); mensuration

It is difficult to make a good cup of tea consistently. Can we make a machine do this for us?

In this activity, students construct an automated tea brewer to make the best cup of tea consistently.

SCIENCEDiffusion of substance; concentration; basic mechanics

TECHNOLOGYCoding of Arduino; use of photoresistor


MATHEMATICSData sampling; drawing of graphs

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Reference video:http://www.mceducation.com.hk/pri/cs/images/STEM/EE/teabrewer.mp4

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Staying fit and healthy is important in life! Technology can help in many ways – reminding us to exercise, motivating us to exercise and analysing how we exercise.Withtheuseofelectronicsandprogramming,wecanmakeasmartfitnessstation!

SCIENCEHuman anatomy and physiology; relation between heart rate and exercise; pulse

TECHNOLOGYUse Arduino and C/C++ coding; use of a variety of sensors and actuators; working principles behind electronic components; use heart rate app

ENGINEERINGDesign of products that take into account the type of exercise, therangeofmovement,theefficiencyandaccuracyofcompletingthemotion;refinementofproduct

MATHEMATICSCalculation and monitoring of heart rate, compare heart rate with target heart rate


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Coding Your Game14Learning to create our own game provides a fun and interesting way to learn coding, which is a valuable skill to have especially with the increasing number of industries and businesses that rely on computer code.With the use of coding, programming, intelligent design and creativity, we can create entertaining and educational games.

SCIENCEFundamental computer science concepts such as “forever loop”; applying knowledge to make realistic, immersive games that mimic reality

TECHNOLOGY

Use Scratch software to code and programme a game while learning computational thinking; differences between image formats for use in games

ENGINEERINGApplication of knowledge can produce games that simulate reality and produce valuable data

MATHEMATICSx, y-coordinates; creation of variables; changing of values and their associated outcomes (i.e. change in movement speed)

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2WD Car (Arduino)16

Wearable ElectronicsWearable electronics such as smart watches, smart glasses and fitness bands are becoming increasingly popular. Technology advances have allowed the miniaturisation of electronic components.With the use of electronic components and C/C++ coding, we can make funny and interesting gadgets that we can wear to brighten our lives.

SCIENCEBasic human health; basic human anatomy and physiology; basic bio-mechanics; primary and secondary colour combinations

TECHNOLOGYUse of micro-controllers and C/C++ coding; use of a variety of sensors and actuators; working principles behind electronic components

ENGINEERINGDesignofproducts;refinementofproduct

MATHEMATICSData sampling; translation of digital values to more meaningful data; RGB values; variables

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Remote controlled smart devices are important for accessing areas that are dangerous to humans. They can be used to collect data, assess a situation and survey an area.With the use of electronic components and C/C++ coding, we can also make a Bluetooth-controlledcar!

SCIENCEConnecting a closed circuit; effects of friction on the movement of an object; energy conversion

TECHNOLOGYUse of micro-controllers; C/C++ coding; electronic components and shields

ENGINEERINGDesignandrefinementoftheproduct;assemblyandtroubleshooting of the car

MATHEMATICSTurning angles; differential drive; calculation of speed; motorefficiency

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Drones of all sizes are becoming increasingly popular and common in our daily lives – from making deliveries and taking aerial photography and amazing selfies, to racing or plain recreation.Withtheuseofelectroniccomponentsandcoding,wecanmakeourowndrone!

SCIENCEPrinciplesofflight;materialscience;aerodynamics;centreofgravity;forces;gyroscopictorque

TECHNOLOGYUse micro-controllers and coding; use of a variety of materials, sensors, motors and other effectors; use of 3D printer; working principles behind electronic components

ENGINEERINGUsing and testing of a variety of materials; choosing materials for the drone chassis; engineeringefficientdesignforflight

MATHEMATICSEffectsofpropellerparametersonflight;effectsofmotorefficiencyandpower;calculationofflightpaths;calculationofflighttimes

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PM2.5 Particulate Monitor*18Do you know the air quality in your home? Can you make a device which can tell you the air quality?Air pollution threatens our health. We can make a simple PM2.5 particulate monitor to monitor air quality. We can also upload the air quality data to an IoT (Internet of Things) platform to share with others.

SCIENCEAir pollution; voltage; telecommunications

TECHNOLOGY

Coding of Arduino; use of optical dust sensor; use of Wi-Fi module; application of IoT


MATHEMATICSProportion (Calculation of voltage from sensor reading); data sampling


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Weather Station*20

Pulse Monitor*Are you healthy? How can we tell whether a person is healthy or not?Nowadays people are more and more conscious about their health. We can code the Arduino to monitor pulse rate and give out reminders if our pulse rate is over a certain level.

SCIENCECirculatorysystem;healthanddisease;reflectionoflight

TECHNOLOGYCoding of Arduino; use of a pulse sensor

ENGINEERINGErgonomics;designandrefinementofproduct

MATHEMATICSCalculation of pulse rate; data sampling

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Weather has a great impact on our daily lives. Let us make a weather station to monitor the weather.We can use Arduino and different sensors to monitor the weather. After gathering the data, we can code the Arduino to process the data for us, e.g. calculate the heat index from the room temperature and humidity.

SCIENCEVoltage; electrical circuit; light spectrum

TECHNOLOGYCoding of Arduino; use of different sensors (e.g. temperature, humidity and rain)


MATHEMATICSCalculation of heat index; data sampling; basic statistics


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