1. FCRSTEM Florida Center for Research in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Florida State University

2. FCRSTEM Created by the Florida Legislature “The purpose of the center is increasing student achievement in mathematics and science, with an emphasis on K-12 education.” Chapter 1004.86, Florida Statutes

3. FCRSTEM Multi-disciplinary research center Jointly administered by: FSU College of Arts & Sciences FSU College of Education FSU Learning Systems Institute, Office of the Provost

4. FCRSTEM Center Director, Harry Kroto, Ph.D. Nobel Laureate Buckminsterfullerine (“buckyballs”)

5. FCRSTEM Primary roles Research Testing models of teacher preparation Technical assistance to state and districts Dissemination of evidence-based practices

6. FCRSTEM Research: Six multi-year studies 1.The effectiveness of GEMS professional development in elementary and middle schools 2.The effectiveness of assessment-to- instruction software (A2i) designed to help elementary teachers individualize science instruction

7. FCRSTEM Research 3. Current use of technology-based science and math instruction in middle and high schools 4. Relative effectiveness of elementary mathematics curricula

8. FCRSTEM Research 5. Effectiveness of the Texas Instruments Model Districts Program, a systemic intervention for closing the mathematics achievement gap in middle and high schools. 6. Cognitive processes leading to superior performance in advanced placement (AP) math and science courses.

9. FCRSTEM FSU-Teach Model: UTeach at University of Texas at Austin Goal: Attract science majors into the teaching profession and provide them with exceptional preparation for teaching science or mathematics

10. FCRSTEM FSUTeach Key features:  Recruitment & marketing strategies  Strong content preparation & high-quality pedagogical preparation including early, successful teaching experiences  Instruction by master teachers & FSU Faculty  Payment of teachers for pre-clinical & clinical supervision  Strong induction program

11. FCRSTEM Support for state-level initiatives: -Revision and implementation of standards -Increasing the rigor of the curriculum -Assessment

12. FCRSTEM Specifics Advise on revision of standards Rate the standards on rigor (workgroups) Develop a standards database Revise course frameworks (workgroups) Recommend assessment instruments to inform instruction

13. FCRSTEM Females and Minorities Plan to increase participation and success in STEM education In partnership with - School districts - Universities - Community colleges - Business community - Private, non-profit partners

14. FCRSTEM Content Enhancement Routines Strategies to help teachers focus on targeted information, present information explicitly, prompt students to elaborate and make ideas and relationships concrete. Visual devices to help students organize, understand, remember, and apply information presented in class.

15. FCRSTEM Global Educational Outreach (GEO) Free Internet modules to help teachers: - Teach important scientific concepts - Introduce students to cutting edge science - Get kids excited about learning science and becoming scientists

16. FCRSTEM Math & Science Partnership Grants Coordination of Evaluation Science grants in 2007-08; both the following year

17. FCRSTEM Dissemination - Regional colloquia - Biennial conference - Marketing plan - info on STEM education and careers to parents, students and teachers through the media and technology - Student achievement briefs

18. FCRSTEM www.fcrstem.org

19. FCRSTEM Questions about FCR-STEM Christine Johnson Phone: (850) 644-2573 Email: fcrstem@lsi.fsu.edu