·
Problem-solvers—able to frame problems as puzzles and then able
to apply understanding and learning to these novel situations
·
Innovators—able to power to pursue independent and original
investigation using the design process
·
Inventors—able to recognize the needs of the world and
creatively design and implement solutions
·
Self-reliant—able to set own agendas, develop and gain
self-confidence and work within time specified time frames
·
Logical thinkers—using the logic offered by calculus (and found
in 60% of all professions world-wide), is able to make the kinds of connections
to affect an understanding of natural phenomena
·
Technologically literate—able to understand the nature of the
technology, master the skills needed and apply it appropriately
·
Participatory—takes advantage of STEM learning opportunities in/out
of school
·
Relates-able to relate their own culture and history to their
learning
Attributes
of a STEM School
Culture
o STEM Literacy
- a priority for ALL students with all learning styles and backgrounds and is
culturally relevant
o A
culture of questioning, creativity and possibility pervades the school
o Opportunities
for postsecondary credit and/or certification
o Coursework
aligned to state workforce clusters
Students
o Learning
communities are utilized
o Plan
for student support and success
o Opportunities
for participation in STEM activities and outreach programs
Curriculum
o"Design
process" drives the STEM instruction throughout the school (Process by which a person gains insight into a
problem, determines alternative pathways, and assesses the likelihood of
success between solution sets)
o All
curriculum materials STEM in nature (trans-disciplinary) and support not
supplant
o Emphasis
on technology and engineering in science and mathematics courses
o Rigorous
4-year STEM course pathway that is aligned, standards-based and offers
opportunities for advanced credit.
o Testing
of students formative and most often performance based
Teachers
o Deep
understanding of the subject domain and 21st century pedagogy
o PD is
job-embedded, use classroom materials, integrate STEM across the curriculum and
is constructivist in nature
Alliances
o Strategic
partnerships are formed with parents, higher education, and community
businesses.
·
Experiential and project-based learning in the classroom
·
Cross-disciplinary approach to STEM
·
Learning communities
· Outreach (Sponsored by higher education, local
businesses and other non-academic entities all of which expose students to
career and postsecondary possibilities.)
o
Mentoring and internships
o
STEM-focused afterschool programs
o
Math and science competitions, like robotics
References
Jan Morrison http://tiesteach.org/
Dorinda Galant https://www.mheonline.com/glencoemath/pdf/stem_education.pdf
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