Parents say math, interactive STEM activities hardest subject obstacles outside the classroom
A significant majority (91%) of parents point to hands-on experience and experiments as key to motivating their child's interest in math and science, yet less than 4 in 10 (39%) parents have done these hands-on experiments in the current remote learning environment. More than 8 out of 10 (84%) parents said they would be likely to participate in these activities with their children if given directions, materials and a lesson plan.
This interactive teaching method provides a boost in a much-needed discipline: Nearly 6 in 10 parents (57%) say their child is lagging in at least one subject area, and 3 out of 10 parents named math (31%) as the biggest challenge for their child. On the flip side, 31% of parents said their child is excelling the most at English and reading.
"Educators and families are focused on modifying learning environments to ensure students can continue to learn in a safe way," said Emerson President
Through its "We Love STEM" initiative now in its sixth year, Emerson is making hands-on activities and experiments with common household items available for families on Emerson.com/WeLoveSTEM. To help children in its own
These STEM activities were designed to help drive continuity in the hands-on education that students would typically receive in a classroom and support to parents. Nearly 8 out of 10 parents (78%) feel equipped to help their child with schoolwork during the pandemic, but many cited additional resources that would help: increased communication with teachers (52%), a better understanding of the subject matter (51%), more access to teaching materials and resources like a computer or internet access (48%) and more time in the day to devote to helping (43%).
Emerson has a strong focus on building STEM education. The company has partnerships with more than 350 universities and technical colleges worldwide and donated
For more information, visit Emerson.com/WeLoveSTEM
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