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| | eSchool News - Wanted: More Hispanics in STEM fields
In what is becoming a national trend, leading businesses and education groups are launching new initiatives aimed at increasing the number of minorities--and Hispanics in particular--in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields.
eSchool News: Summit: Save STEM or watch America fail
At current rates of investment in STEM research and education, America is losing its competitive edge, panelists warn.
Top News - Intel chair calls for ed reform, STEM innovation
Craig Barrett's central message of his keynote address resonated with educators at the 2008 Intel Developer Forum: "We must achieve global education reform and bring greater innovation to the teaching of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM)." | |
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| | Education Week: March 27, 2008: Technology Counts - The Push to Improve STEM Education
The print edition of this online article is available for loan. It is worth reading. Thank Rob Williams for having a subscription. Free subscription/registration to Education Week required for access.
Education Week: STEM: The Push to Improve Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education
Ed week chat transcript dated April 2, 2008. Much discussion on elementary STEM curriculum, including the subject area specialization as discussed at CUSD STEM meetings. Free subscription/registration to Education Week required for access.
Education Week: Where Are the 'T' and 'E' in STEM?
April 9, 2008 chat transcript that focuses on Technology and Engineering. Of particular note are the description of the STEM Literacy pyramid and the study of Engineering as a bridge that ties multidisciplinary units together. Free subscription/registration to Education Week required for access.
Education Week: A School Where STEM Is King
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute is a good model STEM high school. It would be interesting to contact them about what type of elementary school experiences would be beneficial to such a program. Free subscription/registration to Education Week required for access.
Education Week: Federal Projects’ Impact on STEM Remains Unclear
The report calls for, "a more effective way of judging the effectiveness of the federal role in STEM—or science, technology, engineering, and math education—and for more coordination among those programs." Free subscription/registration to Education Week required for access.
Education Week: Where’s the 'T' in STEM?
Experts debate whether the practical applications of math and science are getting all the attention they deserve. Free subscription/registration to Education Week required for access.
Education Week: States Heeding Calls to Strengthen STEM
Equipping students to succeed in science, technology, engineering, and math holds economic appeal. Free subscription/registration to Education Week required for access.
Education Week: School-Business Partnerships Target STEM Subjects
STEM is part of larger push to make U.S. workforce more globally competitive. How could elementary students benefit for this model? Free subscription/registration to Education Week required for access. | |
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| | ERIC #: ED496324
Title: Building a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Agenda
Authors: Toulmin, Charles N.; Groome, Meghan
Publication Date: 2007-00-00
Journal Name: National Governors Association
Abstract: The global economy has "flattened" the world in terms of skills and technology. A new workforce of problem-solvers, innovators, and inventors who are self-reliant and able to think logically is one of the critical foundations that drive innovative capacity in a state. The K-12 (kindergarten through grade 12) education system, with the support of postsecondary education, the business sector, foundations, and government, must ensure that: (1) all students graduate from high school with science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) competencies; and (2) a greater number of students graduate from high school as potential professionals in STEM fields. In this document, it is recommended that governors adopt policy tools in three areas to build a comprehensive STEM policy agenda: (1) aligning rigorous and relevant K-12 STEM education requirements to the expectations (inputs) of postsecondary education and the workplace; (2) developing statewide capacity for improved K-12 STEM teaching and learning to implement that aligned STEM education and work system; and (3) supporting new models that focus on rigor and relevance to ensure that every student is STEM literate upon graduation from high school and a greater number of students move onto postsecondary education and training in STEM disciplines.
ERIC Full-Text: http://www.eric.ed.gov/ERICWebPortal/contentdelivery/servlet/ERICServlet?accno=ED496324
ERIC #: ED496649
Title: Report of the Academic Competitiveness Council
Publication Date: 2007-05-00
Pub Types: Reports - Evaluative
Journal Name: US Department of Education
Abstract: The Academic Competitiveness Council (ACC) is responsible for reviewing the effectiveness of existing federally funded Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) programs, and for improving the state of STEM education in the United States. To this end, it has conducted a review of program evaluations submitted by 115 STEM programs. The ACC's review revealed that, despite decades of significant federal investment in science and math education, there is a general dearth of evidence of effective practices and activities in STEM education, and there is evidence of ineffective duplication of efforts. This report presents six recommendations for improving the body of evidence for effective STEM practices and facilitating communication and coordination between programs. The following are appended: (1) Academic Competitiveness Council Statutory Authority; (2) Federal STEM Education Goals and Metrics; (3) Federal STEM Programs, by Agency and Populations Served: FY 2006 Appropriation; (4) Federal STEM Education Program Funding and Count, by Agency: FY 2005-07; (5) Federal STEM Education Program Funding and Count, by Primary Subgroup and Agency, FY 2005-07; and (6) Federal STEM Education Program Funding and Description, by Agency and Primary.
ERIC Full-Text: http://www.eric.ed.gov/ERICWebPortal/contentdelivery/servlet/ERICServlet?accno=ED496649
ERIC #: ED484927
Title: Creating Passages for Young Minority Girls. IDRA Newsletter.
Authors: Scott, Bradley
Publication Date: 2004-09-00
Abstract: The gender gap ? what is it? After all these years of gender equity in schools, does the gap still exist? Can it be closed? The answers to these questions are both simple and complex. For instance, there are still gender gaps between girls and boys in various aspects of achievement and other performance outcomes in schools. In some areas, girls once performed consistently lower than boys on standardized math and science tests, while recently that is no longer the case. But, in middle and high school, when science, math and computer courses are elective courses, girls tend to take fewer of them than do boys (National Science Foundation, 2003). Such courses as science, technology, engineering, and mathematics have commonly become labeled as ?STEM.? The development of "passages" to reduce the gender gap in these courses is described.
ERIC Full-Text: http://www.eric.ed.gov/ERICWebPortal/contentdelivery/servlet/ERICServlet?accno=ED484927
ERIC #: ED465534
Title: Improving Student Learning in Mathematics and Science through the Integration of Visual Art.
Authors: Hanson, Joyce
Publication Date: 2002-05-00
Abstract: This report describes a program for increasing students' learning in mathematics and science through the integration of visual art. The targeted population consisted of 30 fourth grade students from a middle class neighborhood located in a large suburban Midwestern city. The problem for the intervention was documented in math and science report card grades from the previous year and in the math scores taken from the standardized ISAT. Pre- and posttest assessment will be administered to measure growth. Analysis of probable cause data revealed three probable causes that contributed to the need to improve learning in mathematics and science. Theses causes stem from the lack of teacher cooperation across curricular subjects, and lack of student motivation, which can be attributed to not identifying individual learning styles, talents, and abilities of the student. These causes consist of: (1) lack of academic value placed on visual art instruction, (2) pressure to achieve and maintain higher standardized test scores in core curriculum areas, and (3) the lack of identification and use of multiple talents and skills. These causes allow students to fall behind. Because the literature review of solutions cited these reasons for lack of integration of visual art into science and mathematics curriculums: misalignment and lack of integration of curriculum, lack of variety in teaching methods, and the failure to use alternative assessment methods, the researcher focused on the solution of integration of these subjects with a variety of teaching methods and the use of alternative assessments. During the intervention of visual art integrated into science and mathematics, data was collected from journal writing and portfolio assessments as well as artwork progress. At the end of the research intervention period, a posttest was administered to measure growth. Final achievement was assessed by the comparison of the pre- and posttest to determine growth of student learning with this intervention. Intervention data indicated a substantial increase was gained in each subject area. Students' knowledge of the concepts taught increased 72% in mathematics, 90% in science, and 68% in art.
ERIC Full-Text: http://www.eric.ed.gov/ERICWebPortal/contentdelivery/servlet/ERICServlet?accno=ED465534
ERIC #: ED490850
Title: America's Pressing Challenge - Building a Stronger Foundation. A Companion to Science and Engineering Indicators - 2006. NSB-06-02
Publication Date: 2006-01-00
Journal Name: National Science Foundation
Abstract: This document identifies priorities for ensuring a world-class education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields for all Americans. America's competitive edge in this "flat world," its strength and versatility, all depend on an educational system capable of producing young people and productive citizens who are well prepared in science and mathematics. This report demonstrates that there is a need to make drastic changes within the Nation's science and mathematics classrooms. If not, the Nation risks raising generations of students and citizens who do not know how to think critically and make informed decisions based on technical and scientific information. Nor will they have a firm grasp of academic language necessary to advance into STEM careers and produce the innovation and discovery necessary to maintain our Nation's prosperity for the future.
ERIC Full-Text: http://www.eric.ed.gov/ERICWebPortal/contentdelivery/servlet/ERICServlet?accno=ED490850 | |
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| | 4-H STEM Scholars' Program Launched
A good model program for an Ag town like Chico
Alignment of the Developmental Approaches in Science, Health and Technology (DASH) and Foundational Approaches in Science Teaching (FAST) Programs with the National Science Education Standards
The following analysis describes how FAST and DASH address the recommended national standards for science education. The alignment of DASH draws only on the grade 5 and 6 portion of the K–6 program.
Butner-Stem Elementary - Home
Model elementary STEM school.
Cedar Park Elementary School
An elementary model STEM program.
City Technology
NY model STEM program. City Technology introduces children across the country to the basics of design technology through curriculum materials, teacher resources, and professional development.
CSU Chico - Engineering, Computer Science, & Construction Management - CSUC ECC College - Engineering Academies - The College of ECC
CSU, ChicoEngineeringAcademies represents a partnership among CSU, K-12, industry and government partners to expand engineering curriculum in the middle schools and high schools across the north state. In response to an expression of need by California industry leaders, the CSU has embarked on a system-wide effort to create Engineering Academies throughout the State to help increaes the qualifed "pipeline" of applicants to engineering programs throughout the CSU. CSU, Chico is forming one such academy to serve the north state, and choosing Project Lead The Way as the primary curricular avenue, in cooperation with MESA and other outreach programs.
Center for Mathematics and Science Education - CSU, Chico
The Center for Mathematics and Science Education was established on the CSU, Chico campus in 1993. We are a nonprofit organization serving as a regionwide liaison between the University, community colleges, K-12 schools, and the business community in the areas of mathematics and science education. Features the Hands On Science Lab.
Curriculum Center Murphy Library University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Science, Technology, Engineering, Math & Social Studies (STEMSS) This page is designed to provide resources to PK-12 teachers, pre-service teachers, librarians, and others interested in STEMSS education.
Developmental Approaches in Science, Health & Technology (DASH)
(DASH), for grades kindergarten through 6, is an integrated, sequential, comprehensive, inquiry-based program that begins with basic concepts, makes practical connections, and crosses subject areas.
Educational Programs That Work - 1995: Developmental Approaches in Science and Health (DASH)
A comprehensive program designed to develop scientific literacy for K-3 students by facilitating the learning and application of basic concepts and skills in science, health, and technology in authentic and practical ways.
Engineering is Elementary
The Engineering is Elementary (EiE) project aims to foster engineering and technological literacy among children. EiE is creating a research-based, standards-based, and classroom-tested curriculum that integrates engineering and technology concepts and skills with elementary science topics. EiE materials also connect with literacy, social studies, and mathematics. Through interesting engineering design challenges children are invited to apply their knowledge of science, engineering, and their problem solving skills, as they design, create, and improve possible solutions.
Making the Grade in DISCOVER Magazine: by Jeffrey Mervis published online October 10, 2007
"How do you grow a bumper crop of math and science teachers?" Features interviews with educational reformers in higher education and their efforts with K-12 teachers. Includes comments from Bev Marcum and her work with CSUC Hands On Science Lab.
MSPGP: Math & Science Partnership of Greater Philadelphia
Philadelphia model STEM program grades 6-12.
North State STEM Summit: Center for Mathematics and Science Education - CSU, Chico
Discussing the future of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education. This summit was held to explore shared responsibility and solutions for STEM in K-16.
Project Lead the Way: Gateway To Technology®
PLTW's curriculum makes math and science relevant for students. By engaging in hands-on, real-world projects, students understand how the skills they are learning in the classroom can be applied in everyday life. This approach is called activities-based learning, project-based learning, and problem-based learning or APPB-learning.
Reading, Writing ... And Engineering - WSJ.com
Wall Street Journal story dated March 13, 2008. FeaturesOdysseyElementarySchool in Colorado Springs, Colo. - a model STEM school.
Science Generation: A National Imperative
PR News Wire story dated 4/21/2008. "... need for national science education goals and standards, improving science teaching and learning through the partnership of science- rich cultural institutions with schools ..."
Side-by-Side Comparison of the Recommendations of the National Science Board Commission on 21st Century Education and the America COMPETES Act
A succinct comparison chart of Federal and State policy guidelines.
SMCPS - Curriculum and Instruction
Model STEM program with elementary schools.
STEM Education Institute Home Page
University of Massachusetts STEM Education Institute - a collection of STEM related links.
STEM Education Coalition
The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education Coalition works to support STEM programs for teachers and students at the U. S. Department of Education, the National Science Foundation, and other agencies that offer STEM related professional development.
Teachers info on Power Up The Game
PowerUp, a free, online, multiplayer game that allows students to experience the excitement and the diversity of modern engineering! | |
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| | Professional Organizations provide a network of colleagues with quality curriculum and professional development resources specific to disciplines. Many resources are free, but members receive additional resources such as access to journals and online publications.
American Library Association
The oldest, largest and most influential library association in the world. For more than a century, it has been a leader in defending intellectual freedom and promoting the highest quality library and information services.
International Reading Association
The world’s leading organization of literacy professionals. Members rely on us for the professional development resources they need to reach our shared goal: Teaching the world to read.
International Society for Technology in Education
Promotes appropriate uses of technology to support and improve teaching and learning.
National Art Education Association
A non-profit, educational organization,promoting art education through professional development, service, advancement of knowledge, and leadership.
National Council for Geographic Education
(NCGE) works to enhance the status and quality of geography teaching and learning. The NCGE promotes the importance and value of geographic education, enhances the preparation of geographic educators with respect to their knowledge of content, techniques, and learning processes.
National Council of Teachers of English,
The world's largest subject-matter educational association, is devoted to improving the teaching of English and the language arts at all levels of education. NCTE has 90,000 members and subscribers in the United States and other countries.
National Council for Teachers of Math
With more than 110 000 members, is the largest nonprofit professional association of mathematics educators in the world.
National Council for the Social Studies
Founded in 1921, National Council for the Social Studies has grown to be the largest association in the country devoted solely to social studies education. NCSS engages and supports educators in strengthening and advocating social studies. Organized into a network of more than 110 affiliated state, local, and regional councils and associated groups, the NCSS membership represents K-12 classroom teachers, college and university faculty members, curriculum designers and specialists, social studies supervisors, and leaders in the various disciplines that constitute the social studies.
National Science Teachers Association
Founded in 1944 and headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, is the largest organization in the world committed to promoting excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all.
ReadWriteThink
Established in April of 2002, is a partnership between the International Reading Association (IRA), the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), and the Verizon Foundation.
NCTE and IRA are working together to provide educators and students with access to the highest quality practices and resources in reading and language arts instruction through free, Internet-based content. | |
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