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# [Kate Highfield says we need to engage children in STEM early](https://www.gowriensw.com.au/gowrie-nsw-podcast-show/217-kate-highfield-says-we-need-to-engage-children-in-stem-early)

 Written by [Gowrie NSW](https://www.gowriensw.com.au/gowrie-nsw-podcast-show/author/gowrie-nsw) | Jun 22, 2020 5:21:22 AM

In our latest podcast we spoke to Kate Highfield, an academic from Charles Sturt University, about opportunities for rich learning in Mathematics and STEM in early childhood. Research shows that a country’s capacity to innovate and depends on a foundation of math and science learning. In order to build a strong foundation, Kate says we need to start exploring STEM concepts in the early learning years. 

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With a focus on research and contemporary pedagogical methodology, we have demonstrated a strong leadership commitment to working in partnership across generations to provide a range of programs and resources that support children, families and education professionals.

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