MY particular class hosted a former helicopter pilot and current helicopter simulator engineer. I loved seeing the students’ eyes light up when the visitor brought out toy models and explained how the different parts made them fly! Our visitor’s presentation was thorough and enchanting.
Based on the constructivist theory that all learning is built upon prior knowlesge, I find these programs to be incredibly beneficial to these students who may have limited exposure to the concepts or professions. By relating these “totally cool” jobs to specific subjects of science and math, students are more likely to find value in studying them.