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Why choose the Young STEM Leader course?
Why choose the Young STEM Leader course?
This leadership programme allows young people in Scotland the chance to inspire, lead and mentor their peers through the creation and delivery of STEM activities, events and interactions within their schools, communities, or youth groups.
The programme aims to inspire more young people to develop an interest in STEM and pursue the study of STEM subjects and relevant future pathways. The Young STEM Leader Programme is designed to stimulate and strengthen the development of peer mentoring and inspiration in STEM for young people by young people.
As well as allowing Young STEM Leaders (YSLs) to develop important leadership, communication, and employability skills, working towards a YSLP Award will also motivate you to progress your STEM studies and eventually embark on a career in STEM.
Above all else, this programme aims to promote STEM curiosity in young people and to encourage them to learn about the world around them in a fun and engaging way. The Scottish Government-funded YSLP is led by SSERC in partnership with the four Scottish Science Centres, three Scottish STEM Ambassador Hubs, Science Festivals, Young Scot, YouthLink Scotland, Science Skills Academy, Education Scotland and the Scottish Mentoring Network.
Where does this course lead to?
Where does this course lead to?
L6 or L7 STEM Leader. You may also wish to do an alternative such as L5 Labskills as an alternative on your pathway.
The qualification can also lead to Jobs, further education at College or Apprenticeships.
What will you study in this course?
What will you study in this course?
At Level 4, the course focuses on identifying the impact of STEM on people, society and the environment locally, nationally and internationally. Young STEM Leaders (YSLs) will deliver activities, events or interactions which share this impact with others. In addition, YSLs are encouraged to explore and improve their own leadership and teamworking skills and qualities within their learning community.
At Level 5, the course focuses on identifying current and future opportunities in STEM that are available to young people locally, nationally and internationally. Young STEM Leaders (YSLs) will deliver activities, events or interactions which share these current and future opportunities with others. In addition, YSLs are encouraged to explore their own potential in STEM and how they may access the opportunities that STEM offers.
This will be a “formal” Level 4 or 5 course. This means you will get a recognised qualification at the end of it at the appropriate Level for you or even at multiple levels.
Young STEM Leader Awards at SCQF Levels 4, 5 , 6 and 7 (YSL4, YSL5, YSL6, YSL7) are formal qualifications, credit rated by SQA, that enable young people to support, engage and inspire others in STEM in their schools, communities or youth groups. On completion of these awards, YSLs will be able to plan, lead and evaluate STEM activities, events and interactions.
Assessment in this course
Assessment in this course
You will need to:
planning, creating and delivering STEM activities, events or interactions
supporting and developing STEM knowledge and understanding with individuals or small groups
collaborating and sharing on STEM research & outreach
Evidence of your YSL journey is added to a Log.
This is a simple way to collate the evidence which leads to the full YSLP Award for the relevant level.
Entries should be made after any work is completed on the programme. High-frequency entries which fulfil the required standards will allow a YSLP Award to be gained with relative ease. It is acceptable that alternative methods of evidence entry, such as voice recordings, videos and photographs, are used.
YSLs are also encouraged to enter additional STEM experiences in their Log, for example, attending their local science centre or taking part in a STEM talk or challenge. This will add value to the Log, especially if they can evidence that they have reflected on, shared and promoted their experience to others in an inspiring way.
The Log is accessed and completed digitally.
Examples of evidence includes:
practical observation or videos/ photos/ voice recordings
questioning of underpinning knowledge and understanding – verbally or via worksheets
completion of plans and evaluations during the course
any other suitable/ reasonable method
Additional Information
Additional Information
You may be asked to take part in the YSL programme out with formal class time. This is homework.
Further information on YSL: www.youngstemleader.scot/
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