In an era where the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education is continually being emphasised, passionate young STEM facilitators like Jameson give primary and secondary learners a glimpse over the horizon, raising the likelihood of students extending their future aspirations in education, training and work, pursuing STEM-rich opportunities.
As founder of the innovative Tech Education company, Red Dirt Robotics, Jameson runs hands-on workshops that provide young learners which develop learners’ understandings of how technology and learning intersect. He is sewing valuable seeds, that can be built upon throughout students’ schooling.
This week at Alice Springs’ popup space The Inland See, Jameson will showcase a range of Red Dirt Robotics’ STEM programs and associated technologies, allowing visitors to get a hands-on experience with the future of STEM education.
While robotics will take centre stage, Jameson has a range of other technologies and learning solutions to share with attendees including:
- Drones
- 3D Printing
- 3D design
Jameson will also be running a presentation about his experience running STEM programs into remote schools across Northern Australia on Thursday. 26th at 4.30pm to 5.30pm.
“Robotics is more than just sitting in front of a computer screen typing away all day, there are so many more skills to be learned than just programming and electronics. From teamwork to problem solving, perseverance and creative thinking, it is these skills that don’t just create great young engineers, but they create great young people.” says Jameson.
“It’s all making connections. Not just with electrical components and coding, but with one unique learner at a time!”
“Jameson and Red Dirt Robotics bring to the table some fresh perspectives on how STEM education could be delivered in the Northern Territory”, says Innovation Central Australia Network committee member Matt Scoss.
“The future of STEM education is about offering hands-on, real-world experiences that inspire, challenge, and transform. We Centralians need to recognise the fundamental societal shifts occurring and pivot to be leaders in best practice delivery of STEM education across multiple knowledge systems.”
“We must get better at empowering and supporting young passionate STEM educators like Jameson to come to the centre and inspire the next generation of Territorians.”
Jameson and Red Dirt Robotics will be active in the southern end of the mall at The Inland See, between 10am to 12am and 2.30 to 4.30pm. Bookings are not required but please be aware that the Inland See is a small space with limited seating.
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JAMESON HARVEY: Red Dirt Robotics
MATT SCOSS: Centralian Senior College/ Possum Educational Service
