Benjamin Franklin Science Corner

Mission

To promote the immersion in science to children, adolescents and students through after-school programs focused on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics). These activities are conducted in a non-formal education methodology. We create a learning environment outside the scope of compulsory education where creativity and science combine to reach meaningful learning.

Vision

A Paraguay where science education is incorporated and motivated from an early age for a future with more female and male scientists working in Research and Development.

Activities

  • Scientific research
  • Presentations and conferences with local and U.S. scientists.
  • Seminars on science and technology
  • Science fairs and camps
  • Videoconferences with experts from the U.S.
  • School visits to the Science corner to participate in presentations, carry out experiments and watch documentaries.
  • Courses on science, robotics and other topics.
  • Talks and presentations with Embassy alumni on scientific studies in the United States.
  • Scientific activities with other institutions in the STEM fields in Paraguay
  • Special celebrations on American Holidays

Programs

  • Science Club for children
  • Science Club for teenagers
  • Reading Club
  • Workshops for Teachers
  • School visits
  • Model United Nations

Topics/themes

  • Environmental issues and climate change
  • Sustainable and alternative energy
  • Water resources
  • Health / Nutrition (Food Safety/Genetic Engineering)
  • Fighting diseases through scientific research
  • Science and engineering careers
  • Women in science
  • Agro-Science
  • Math
  • Computer Science

Available Resources

  • Books
  • Journals
  • Dictionaries
  • Educational games
  • Movies in English and Spanish
  • Ipads
  • Computers
  • 3D printers
  • Embroidery, carving and plotting machines
  • Robotics and STEM Kits for Children
  • Microscopes
  • Telescopes
  • Laboratory equipment

Office Hours

Monday through Friday

10:00 – 12:00 and 13:00 – 18:00

Contact

WhatsApp: https://api.whatsapp.com/send?phone=595982683293

Phone Number: +595 982 686 572

E-mail address: bfscparaguay@gmail.com

Address: Andrés Barbero 230 c/ Artigas

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