111 Understanding STEM Education Hilary Dito STEAM Coordinator CCCOE Keep Calm and Integrate on!

222 Questions to think about: What is STEM teaching and learning? How does a STEM class look different than a “non- STEM” class? What is STEM literacy? How does STEM education promote 21 st century learning skills? How does STEM “fit” with the new standards? Take a minute to think about these questions

333 What is STEM? Science Technology Engineering Mathematics These are not separate subjects, but the integration of content to provide meaningful, interactive learning for all students What is STEAM? Science Technology Engineering Arts Mathematics Intentionally integrating Arts leads to Creative Thinking and Innovation

444 STEM Education is about: Engaging students from preschool through college and beyond in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Exciting students about pursuing STEM careers by integrating technology and engineering into existing science and mathematics curriculum while developing technical and personal skills. Developing problem-based learning opportunities for all students to develop critical skills. STEAM Education is about: Inspiring students to “think out of the box” and creatively think to solve real-world problems using the tools provided to them. Preparing students for 21st century challenges by providing opportunities for students to ask questions, collaborate and innovate through core standards. Teaching students how to apply concepts by designing hands-on projects to demonstrate their understanding of science, technology, engineering, and art through literacy and mathematics. Emphasize the wonder of art and science as human endeavors. “STEAM and arts integration are crucial in K-12 education, engaging students in the STEM subjects and ensuring that creativity doesn’t fall by the wayside as we chase innovation” John Maeda, Rhode Island School of Design “Artists and Scientists: More Alike Than Different”, July 11, 2013

555 A STEM Education, Tools to Change the World

666 WHO Had the MOST Influence on Your Decision to Pursue STEM? Reported by students and parents in STEM careers 37% of STEM college students have a parent in STEM. STEM Perceptions: Student & Parent Study Parents and Students Weigh in on How to Inspire the Next Generation of Doctors, Scientists, Software Developers and Engineers Commissioned by Microsoft Corp.

777 STEM Students: Before College, WHAT Got You Interested in STEM? #1 for females #1 for males = significant difference between males and females. “I took 2 classes in high school where the teachers were really good at making it interesting and I realized how much I like this.” – Math Student “Video games got me into this area.” – Tech Student STEM Perceptions: Student & Parent Study Parents and Students Weigh in on How to Inspire the Next Generation of Doctors, Scientists, Software Developers and Engineers

888 STEM and the Equity Gap Although women fill close to half of all jobs in the U.S. economy, they hold less than 25 percent of STEM jobs. Women earn 41 percent of PhD’s in STEM but make up only 28 percent of tenured STEM faculty. ~ Department of Commerce In 2009, only 1,551 African-American students were enrolled in a STEM discipline across all UC campuses. This represents 2% of all STEM undergraduates. ~ Dissecting the Data: The STEM Education Opportunity Gap in California, Level Playing Field Institute, November 2010

999 STEM Perceptions: Student & Parent Study Parents and Students Weigh in on How to Inspire the Next Generation of Doctors, Scientists, Software Developers and Engineers STEM Students: When Did You DECIDE You Wanted to Study STEM? Bayer HealthCare. (2012). STEM Education, Science Literacy and the Innovation Workforce in America: 2012 Analysis and Insights from the Bayer Facts of Science Education Surveys. STEM Professionals state that their interest in STEM began before the age of 11

10 Slide from John Hopkins University

11 Slide from John Hopkins University

12 Slide from John Hopkins University

13 Jumping Frog Science –Force and Motion –Energy –Cause and Effect Engineering –Solve a problem –Design and Refine Math –Statistics and Probability

14 Connect to literature

15 STEM and Standards CCSS Math Practices NGSS Science and Engineering Practices CCSS Technology standards (in ELA) Focus on student understanding

16 STEM / STEAM in the Classroom Focus on Integration Lab experience on Force / data collection and graphing/ math analysis/design rollercoaster) Unit on Georgia O’Keefe, botany unit Solar System (make a model, learn planet features, scales) Make it relevant Real world applications Address local / global issues Project-Based Learning (Students at the center) Emphasize 21 st Century Skills Critical Thinking, Collaborating, Communicating, Creating Integration should not be forced

17 Teach with Questions Teacher does not need to be the expert Encourage exploration and experimentation Ask guiding questions Challenge students to wonder and ask their own questions Enjoy learning

18 The STEM Classroom: The Brain Safety Challenge

19 Reflect about the questions: What is STEM teaching and learning? How does a STEM class look different than a “non- STEM” class? What is STEM literacy? How does STEM education promote 21 st century learning skills? How does STEM “fit” with the new standards? How have your thoughts changed? What does STEM mean to you?

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