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Argentina Action Plan
Intel ISEF 2009
Educator AcademyMay 2009
María Marta SciarrottaSandra Luz Martinez
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High Level GoalsLong term goals (3-5 years)
– Improve the academic quality of the science and technology projects within the classroom in K12
– Promote a mentor system with the support of researchers, professionals and university students to assist students in the preparation of their projects.
– Strengthen capacities of technical teams in the 24 provinces
Short term goals (1-2 years)– Establish courses to increase the ability of teachers in developing
experimental methods.
– Promote interaction between teachers, students and researchers.
– Promote the use of scientific and technology experimentation in the schools.
– Provide incentives for children to continue studies of sciences and mathematics
– Improve scientific review and judging
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Measuring Results
• Student participation in National Fairs to increase 50% in next three years
• Gradual insertion of science fair projects in curricular activities – 2400 schools involved in 2009 with participation of 500 scientists.
• Implement new National Science Fair Rules to ensure successful participation of students in international fairs
• Increase by 20% number of teachers and pre-service trained in implementing scientific projects
• Increase enrollment in scientific careers by 15% in next two years
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Action Plan Action Plan tracker
Action Measure of SuccessWho's
ResponsibleBy
When
Prepare new National Science Fair Rules
Approval by all provincesM.M.Sciarrotta
Jul.09
Secure Budget for National Science Fair
Get budget approvedM.M.Sciarrotta/ S.Martinez
Oct.09
Secure institutionalization and sustentability of the National Science Fair
National Science Fair Officially institutionalized - Financing secured
M.M. Sciarrotta
Oct.09
Support Provincial Fairs that feed into National Fair
Increased number and quality of projects participating in National Fair
M.M. Sciarrotta & Provincial Coordinators
Sep.09
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Action Plan
Action Measure of SuccessWho's
ResponsibleBy
When
Define logistical arrangements and organization of National Science Fair in Sgo del Estero
Successful organization of event
S.Martinez Oct.09
Arrange special activities in the margins of the National Science Fair
Participation of scientists, public media (Canal Encuentro), companies in activities during fair that will secure high visibility and increased reputation
M.M.Sciarrotta & S.Martinez
Nov.09
Organize an Argentine Educators Academy during Santiago del Estero's National Fair
Event organised successfully in margins of National Science Fair
M.M. Sciarrotta M.Iribarne
Nov.09
Secure private sector sponsorship for the national Science Fair
At least five main sponsors of National Science Fair
C.Bottinelli Oct.09
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Action Plan continued
Action Measure of SuccessWho's
ResponsibleBy
When
Successful implementation of Scientists go to the schools
Incorporation of science fair projects in curricular activities in 2400 schools
M.M.Sciarrotta- L.Notto - H.Tignanelli
Oct.09
Implementation of Bicentennial Scholarships for students of low income background enrolled in scientific careers
30,000 students registered with a budget of AR$ 150 M for 2009
Pablo Elizegui
5 yr project. Began Jan 09
Secure participation logistics for ISEF 2010
Students Registered, Forms completed
M.M.Sciarrotta
Dec.09
Support students for their participation at ISEF 2010
Students trained on speakign skills, displays, reaserch support provided, translation support provided.B5
M.M.Sciarrotta
Dec.09
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Intel ISEF Educator Academy
Reflection– Key Learning
• Triggered many new ideas• Excellent networking opportunity• Good to see common problems across many
countries • We were impressed by the organization and
experiences from different countries– Best Speeches: Jack Franchetti and Dr Lederman– Best Shop Talks: Dan Barbour, Javier Firpo
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The Argentina Team at the
Educators Academy 2009