Innovation Expo is an outreach program for kindergarten to grade 6 Ontario youth. The program introduces students to problems in our society that could be solved through science, engineering and technology. Such problems may include issues in the environment, space exploration, health (viruses and diseases) or any other current, pressing issue in your region. During the 2 hour Innovation Expo session, students work in groups  to come up with a solution to the posed problem in form of a skit, invention, letter, plan, etc. While the groups are working on their solutions they are guided by the facilitators who will apply problem solving strategies to engage the students to think creatively and critically.

Innovation Expo is an event that aims to:

• To foster inquisition and enhance higher-order thinking skills
• Enhance problem solving skills, critical and creative thinking processes
• To encourage students to think about and solve problems related to real life issues
• To promote team work and decision making
• To move away from structure to open ended learning experiences
• Inspire interest and highlight the importance of Science, Engineering and Technology
• Follow and meet the Ontario Ministry of Education Curriculum objective and expectations
• Encourage community involvement
• Have fun!!!

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