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