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The advantages brought by a University student volunteer are: being close in age to the students,
the ability to connect with them, the use of interactive methods, and the freedom of expression.
Participating in the webinar provided the students with relevant information, practical examples that
were easy to understand, and insights with real-life impact. The volunteer consistently created a
connection with the class through explanations and questions throughout the activity. I appreciated
the clarity of the presentation, the accessible pace, and the fact that it was easy for them to un-
derstand. The way the concepts were explained, supported by examples, facilitated understanding
and successfully conveyed the message about the importance of a healthy lifestyle through physical
activity, nutrition, and preventive habits.
Teacher, Ilie Gavrila Technological High School, Ciorani, Prahova
digital and
STEM skills
Implementing the WiSTEM²D project in my classroom has been a truly valuable experience. The
proposed activities were interactive, hands-on, and age-appropriate, sparking students’ curiosity
and their desire to learn new things. With great enthusiasm, students explored STEM principles
while developing their logical thinking, creativity, and teamwork skills. The most important impact
was transforming learning into an engaging adventure, where children felt confident, active, and
valued. The program contributed not only to the development of digital competencies, but also to
increased motivation for learning and a greater openness toward technical, scientific, and innovative
fields. The most engaging activity for my students was “Building with Wonderful Junk”. The children
were highly involved and worked in teams to design and create the most “attractive” recycled ma-
terials. Thank you for the opportunity to grow through learning!
Teacher, Lucian Blaga Secondary School, Jibou, Salaj
The activity delivered by the volunteer was truly interesting and relevant to me. I really appreciated
the fact that we did not focus only on STEM related information, but also received general advice
about life, personal development, and how to make better choices for the future. The presentation
was interactive and friendly — I felt that I could ask questions at any time and that my opinion truly
mattered. It was an experience that motivated me to learn more about careers in this field.
Student, George Cosbuc National College, Cluj-Napoca