All-in-one e-coaching and professional development platform Our Mission: To support, empower, and connect STEM teachers and coaches as we work together to boost student achievement. STEM TIPS Overview June 2012 July 2013 Aug 2014 June 2015 Nov 2011 May 2015 UTeach Induction Support workshop STEM TIPS platform launched UF awarded FDOE grant, began development Supported 1200 Florida STEM teachers, Outside evaluation by UTI Business model developed, outreach and collaboration continues Aug 2013 June 2014 Collaborate with UFTeach and 3 other university teacher-prep programs Idea Implementation STEM TIPS USAGE DATA Two User Groups School Districts *Create Community of Practice within the district and beyond *Support and build capacity in coaches and mentors * Offer asynchronous follow up to professional development Universities and Organizations *Create community within a cohort *Offer virtual meeting places for pre-service students *Provide a continuity of support from pre- service to practice *Collect data about graduates *Develop & retain novice STEM teachers *Provide content specific coaching support *Solve time and distance challenges STEM TIPS Supporting Coaches, Empowering Teachers Building Coaching Capacity Original Platform Features and Usage For information, updates, or to sign up for a tour: stemtips.org Griff Jones, Ph.D. Director and Principal Investigator Florida STEM TIPS Initiative Emma Brady Program Coordinator Florida STEM TIPS Initiative