Edufuturists Edufuturists #315 Dare to Discover with Hilary Leevers & Maddie Dinwoodies
In this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Hilary Leevers and Maddie Dinwoodie from Engineering UK to discuss the importance of engineering education and the upcoming Tomorrow's Engineers Week.
We explore the need for diversity in the engineering workforce, the significance of linking engineering to young people's passions, and the role of education in preparing students for future challenges, including climate change.
The conversation emphasises the importance of resilience, problem-solving skills, and the need to alleviate anxiety in students regarding their educational paths. Together, they unpack how teachers can use the free Tomorrow’s Engineers Week resources to help students see the real-world possibilities of engineering, connect their passions to meaningful careers, and celebrate the power of problem-solving.
Chapters
00:00 Introductions
01:56 Understanding Engineering UK and Its Mission
04:25 The Importance of Engineering in Society
10:02 Tomorrow's Engineers Week
11:56 Dare to Discover
15:26 Connecting Passions to Engineering Careers
17:41 Embedding Engineering in Education
22:33 Preparing for the Future of Work
23:51 Future Skills and Workforce Needs
26:15 Embracing Failure in Education
29:49 Tackling Climate Change through Engineering
33:13 Diversity and Inclusion in Engineering
37:32 Rethinking Education for the Future
TE Week 2025 offers free, ready-to-use resources for teachers including:
- Lesson plans, assemblies, and video case studies
- Hands-on, practical classroom activities
- Real stories from diverse engineers and technicians
- Live Q&A panels where students can ask engineers their own questions
Thanks so much for joining us again for another episode - we appreciate you.Ben & Steve xChampioning those who are making the future of education a reality.Follow us on XFollow us on LinkedIn
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