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I'm a Computer Scientist, Get me out of here

I’m a Computer Scientist is a student-led, online enrichment activity to connect students with people working in a diverse range of computer science roles

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Overview

I’m a Computer Scientist, Get me out of here is an online STEM engagement activity for school students.

They can ask computer scientists questions, chat with them through text-only live chats, and vote for their favourite computer scientist to win £500 towards further outreach.

There are loads of benefits to taking part. Students can:

Gain confidence by asking questions.
Learn more about STEM outside of the classroom.
Meet working computer scientists and discover career paths they may have never considered.
See STEM as something that’s ‘for them’.

Logistics

It’s quick and easy to set up, and text-only – no audio or video required.

It’s accessible from the classroom or home, and is super-flexible – you book chats at times that suit you and your classes.

Details

School subject: Technology/computing
Group size: Whole school
Minimum of 5 participants, maximum of 500.
Participation level: Hands-on
Duration: Up to an hour
Cost: Free
Free for state schools, but there may be a charge for fee-paying and international schools.
Location: Online

Learning outcomes

Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment in STEM subjects
Learning what the engineering workplace is like
Develop engineering employability skills
Improve awareness and aspirations for STEM-related study and careers
Challenge stereotypes by showing the diversity of disciplines, people and skills involved in engineering

Frameworks

EqualEx

Introduce and Inspire
Investigate and Explore

Essential skills

The essential skills every young person needs to succeed in education and their future career. Find out more at the Skills Builder Partnership. This experience builds the following skills: