There are vast numbers of useful resources online for teachers looking for support both in\u00a0terms of teaching STEM, and addressing the challenge of combating gender stereotypes.\u00a0This list includes a wide variety of resources which you might find helpful, and we have\u00a0split it into several sections:<\/p>\n
These websites provide educational resources that are focused specifically on the needs\u00a0of girls interested in STEM subjects.<\/p>\n
WISE Campaign: People Like Me<\/em> WISE Campaign: Resources for schools<\/em> Code Club: Resources for schools Girlfriendly Physics<\/em> SciGirls: STEM-sational Resources<\/em> National STEM Centre: Girls in Physics – Teacher Resources<\/em> Girl Geeks: STEM resources for women<\/em> The Center for STEM Education for Girls: STEM resources for girls<\/em> EngineerGirl: Girls in engineering resources<\/em> DiscoverE: Girls in engineering – Girl Day and other resources<\/em> STEM teaching resources and career info for girls<\/em> Help girls understand the vast breadth of STEM jobs available to them, and encourage\u00a0them to imagine themselves working in a STEM career.<\/p>\n FabFems<\/em> Girls Communicating Career Connections (GC3): Resources for girls about STEM careers<\/em> Girls Inc: Tips For Encouraging Girls In STEM<\/em> National Academy of Sciences: Women\u2019s Adventures in Science <\/b><\/em> NASA Women and Girls Initiative: Women@Nasa <\/b><\/em> Chandra X-ray Observatory: Women in the High-Energy Universe<\/em> Let Toys Be Toys: Lesson plan for primary schools (upper KS2)<\/em> Science Grrl: Women in STEM network<\/em> Education Scotland: Actions to increase STEM participation<\/em> Stemettes: Events for schools<\/em> Resources to support teachers of any STEM subjects.<\/p>\n Resources that cover a selection of or all STEM subjects<\/p>\n Science UPD8<\/em> National STEM Centre: Support for schools<\/em> Science NetLinks: Science and lessons tools for K-12<\/em> HippoCampus: Multimedia teaching aids<\/em> The Low Carbon Partnership: Our Planet<\/em> Northern Ireland curriculum: STEM Works!<\/em> Nuffield Foundation: STEM resources<\/em> BP Educational Service (BPES): STEM resources<\/em> The University of Manchester: STEM resources<\/em> University of Reading: STEM resources<\/em> RTC North: STEM resources<\/em> Intel Education STEM resources<\/em> Texas A&M University: STEM resources for K12 teachers<\/em> Practical Action: STEM resources<\/em> Practical Action: Links to the UK science curricular<\/em> STEMFirst: Teaching resources<\/em> Science Oxford: Teaching resources<\/em> Science & Technology Facilities Council: Teaching resources<\/em> Science Technology Mathematics and Engineering Network (STEMNET): Teaching resources<\/em> The Royal Society: Teaching resources<\/em> Imperial College London: Teaching resources<\/em> The Royal Institution: The STEM Directories<\/em> Sesame Street: Little Discoverers<\/em> The Smallpeice Trust: STEM resources<\/em> Engineering, Go For It! (eGFI): Engineering resources<\/em> Science Buddies: Science projects<\/em>
\n<\/span>https:\/\/www.wisecampaign.org.uk\/about-us\/wise-projects\/people-like-me<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>The People Like Me project equips teachers and STEM Ambassadors with materials that can show girls from a diverse range of backgrounds that, if they continue with at least one STEM subject post-16, they are likely to have better prospects and more career choice.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/b>https:\/\/www.wisecampaign.org.uk\/resources\/tag\/resources-for-schools<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Posters, resources and other information for schools.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/em>http:\/\/blog.codeclub.org.uk\/2015\/10\/02\/ada-lovelace-day-celebrations\/<\/a>
\nAn Ada-themed Code Club project and school assembly pack, for students aged 9-11, which helps shine a spotlight on Ada\u2019s achievements and to help inspire more women and girls into careers in the technology sector.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\nhttp:\/\/girlfriendlyphysics.co.uk\/<\/a>
\nResources to help teachers make physics more interesting to girls.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.pbs.org\/parents\/scigirls\/stemsantional-resources\/<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>SciGirls is designed to spark girls\u2019 curiosity in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) through activities that promote knowledge and discovery.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.nationalstemcentre.org.uk\/elibrary\/resource\/537\/girls-in-physics-teacher-resources<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Several publications for teachers that draw from the findings of research into strategies to increase girls’ participation in physics post-16.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.girlgeeks.uk\/<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Girl Geeks aims to support and develop the talents of females in STEM. Contains links and careers resources.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/stemefg.org\/index.php\/resources\/website-resources\/<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Research-based information and innovative best practices in STEM education for girls.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.engineergirl.org\/<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Website to bring national attention to the exciting opportunities that engineering represents for girls and women. Contains facts about engineering, career information and other resources.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.discovere.org\/our-programs\/girl-day<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>A campaign to bring out the engineer in every girl. Includes tips, videos and kits to engage girls in engineering.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/b>G20: Generating Girls Opportunities<\/span>
\n<\/span>http:\/\/www.girlsopp.org\/1008\/for-adults\/resources-for-educators\/<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Resources for educators and parents, including ideas for lesson plans on STEM-related fields, research articles, professional STEM organizations and tips on how to nurture girls in STEM.<\/span><\/p>\nSTEM careers resources for girls<\/h3>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.fabfems.org\/resources-girls<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Resources to share with girls to inspire and educate them about STEM careers and opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/gc3.edc.org\/<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>The GC3 project helped middle school aged girls create videos about math and science careers. Teachers can use the videos along with other activities and resources to help girls gain a deeper understanding of STEM careers.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.girlsinc.org\/resources\/tips-encouraging-girls-stem.html<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>How to encourage girls who shows interest in pursuing STEM subjects.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/iwaswondering.org\/<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>A website for young people about the accomplishments of contemporary women in science Highlights the varied and intriguing careers of some of today\u2019s most prominent scientists.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/women.nasa.gov\/outreach-programs\/<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>NASA\u2019s education outreach programs targeted at women and girls, includes fact sheets and other handouts about women and space and aviation history.<\/span><\/p>\n
\nhttp:\/\/chandra.harvard.edu\/graphics\/resources\/handouts\/lithos\/women_litho.pdf<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Experiences and perspectives of careers, from the women working at Chandra.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.lettoysbetoys.org.uk\/lesson-plan-for-upper-ks2\/<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>http:\/\/www.lettoysbetoys.org.uk\/schools\/<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>This lesson plan has been developed by Let Toys Be Toys as part of our work to help challenge gender stereotypes.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/sciencegrrl.co.uk\/<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>As well as establishing local connections, we\u2019re also providing a voice for women in science nationally and exploring ways of elevating the profile of women scientists in mainstream culture. We\u2019re keen to collaborate with all who share our vision and values, and are working with a wide variety of organisations, policy makers, media representatives, teachers and schools, and constantly listening out for new ideas for promoting women in science.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.educationscotland.gov.uk\/stemcentral\/gender\/Takeaction\/index.asp<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Suggested ideas and links to further research on widening participation in STEM subjects.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.stemettes.org\/<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/a>Stemettes run events and a schools programme for girls to meet STEM role models, learn STEM skills and see STEM in action.<\/span><\/p>\nGeneral STEM teaching resources<\/b><\/h3>\n
STEM combinations<\/h4>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.upd8.org.uk\/
\n<\/a>Science UPD8 is a new concept \u2013 translating the latest breakthroughs and science behind the news, into inspiring activities \u2013 and publishing them lightning fast. Caters for topical, relevant science contexts, to introduce lessons in motivating ways, and encourage discussion through short easy to use activities.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>https:\/\/www.nationalstemcentre.org.uk\/stem-in-context\/support-for-schools
\n<\/a>The National STEM Centre holds the UK\u2019s largest collection of teaching resources for STEM subjects for use with students from early years to post-16.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/sciencenetlinks.com\/
\n<\/a>Science NetLinks provides K-12 teachers, students, and families with quality resources for teaching and learning science.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.hippocampus.org\/
\n<\/a>Free, core academic website that delivers rich, multimedia content – videos, animations and simulations – on general education subjects to middle- and high-school teachers and students.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.ourplanet.org.uk\/our-planet-teaching-resources.asp
\n<\/a>Our Planet is an educational resource that connects school learning and real world issues to explore the topical themes of renewable energy, climate change and the environment. Suitable for Key Stages 1-4, and focuses particularly on wind and solar energy.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.nicurriculum.org.uk\/STEMWorks\/links\/
\n<\/a>STEM teaching resources, support and further links, all mapped to the NI curriculum.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.nuffieldfoundation.org\/teachers
\n<\/a>STEM education projects and free teaching resources.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/bpes.bp.com\/secondary-resources\/
\n<\/a>Committed to increasing young people\u2019s understanding and enjoyment of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths. The free educational resources for 4-19 year olds bring classroom topics to life with the use of real-world examples. The resources aim to inspire the scientists and engineers of the future.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.manchester.ac.uk\/connect\/teachers\/students\/secondary\/subjects\/stem\/resources-contacts\/
\n<\/a>STEM resources for the classroom and links to activities in the North West of the UK.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>https:\/\/www.reading.ac.uk\/stemnet\/Resources\/stemresources.aspx
\n<\/a>STEM resources – activities, websites and career information for schools.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/stem.rtcnorth.co.uk\/resources\/
\n<\/a>Resources to support teachers in delivering activities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>https:\/\/www-ssl.intel.com\/content\/www\/us\/en\/education\/k12\/stem.html
\n<\/a>Intel provides STEM curriculum, competitions, and online resources to encourage students\u2019 interest and participation.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/guides.library.tamu.edu\/content.php?pid=298080&sid=2446055
\n<\/a>The Science and Engineering Librarians at Texas A&M University have created this resource guide to assist K-12 students and teachers in finding interesting and fun resources, lesson plans, games, etc., for their classes.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/practicalaction.org\/stem
\n<\/a>Resources and ideas that can be incorporated into science lessons.<\/p>\n
\nhttp:\/\/practicalaction.org\/globallearninginscience
\n<\/a>Documents to show how global learning can be linked to the difference science curricula in the UK and give examples of Practical Action’s teaching resources and other materials that can be used to support delivering science lessons.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.stemfirst.com\/resources\/
\n<\/a>Links to the major providers of STEM opportunities in order to support your STEM involvement and help nurture your STEM activity.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.scienceoxford.com\/schools\/stem-resources
\n<\/a>Outreach events, kitloans and resources.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.stfc.ac.uk\/public-engagement\/for-schools\/
\n<\/a>Events for schools at UK laboratories, support for teachers and web-based resources.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.stemnet.org.uk\/
\n<\/a>STEMNET works with schools and colleges to help educators inspire students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths).<\/p>\n
\nhttp:\/\/invigorate.royalsociety.org\/
\n<\/a>Curriculum-linked science teaching resources. All our resources are based on the work of scientists connected with the Royal Society, allowing teachers and students to find out how science in the past is relevant for our lives today, or how the latest scientific research might impact on society.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>https:\/\/www.imperial.ac.uk\/be-inspired\/student-recruitment-and-outreach\/schools-and-colleges\/teachers\/
\nsecondary-school-resources\/
\n<\/a>STEM presentations on different topics.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.stemdirectories.org.uk\/
\n<\/a>A searchable database of activities that help enhance STEM teaching in schools.<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.sesamestreet.org\/parents\/topicsandactivities\/toolkits\/stem
\n<\/a>Discover ways to explore explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math in the classroom!<\/p>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/www.smallpeicetrust.org.uk\/stem-information-overview\/
\n<\/a>Resources and information for setting up STEM clubs, organising STEM Days and teacher training days.<\/p>\nScience<\/h4>\n
\n<\/b>http:\/\/teachers.egfi-k12.org\/nae-connects-educators-with-experts\/
\n<\/a>Lesson plans, class activities and web resources.<\/p>\n