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Educators, associations and other stakeholders are working to inspire and engage the next generation of STEMprofessionals. Help shape the STEM education movement during SmartBrief Education's 3rd annual STEM Pathways event.During this think-tank style event, you will collaborate with other STEM leaders to create blueprints for STEM success abouttopics such as STEM vs. STEAM, STEM Pathways, student motivation and STEM teacher recruitment and retention.
Network name: maa-ch, Password: Descartes1596#Path2W
Melissa Moritz, Deputy Director of STEM, US DOE
Maya Garcia, Director of STEM, DC Office of
the State Superintendent
Rabiah Harris, Science Dept. Chair, Kelly Miller
Middle School, DC
Patrick Waters, MakerEd Educator
Anisha Campbell, Assoc. Director of Terrapin
Teachers, UMD
Sandra Richardson, Program director, National Science
Foundation
Melissa Moritz, Deputy Director of STEM, US DOE
Equity, Evidence and Innovation in STEM Education
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Equity, Evidence and Innovation in
STEM Education
Melissa Moritz, Deputy Director
MY STORY
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Building a more equitable society
through STEM education…
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WHY STEM?IMPORTANT TO OUR ECONOMIC FUTURE
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WHY STEM?IT’S MORE ABOUT THE SKILLS
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IT’S MORE ABOUT
THE SKILLS
WHY STEM?
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Source: US Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, Civil Rights Data Collection, 2011-2012
* Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
LESS ACCESS TO ADVANCED COURSES
African American and American Indian students have less access to a full range*
of math and science courses in their high schools.
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A SAMPLING OF CURRENT INITIATIVES
COMPUTER SCIENCE FOR ALL
It’s all about computational thinking!
“Computational methods and models give us the courage to solve problems and design systems that no one of us would be capable of tackling alone…Computational thinking is a fundamental skill for everyone, not just for computer scientists. To reading, writing, and arithmetic, we should add computational thinking to every child’s analytical ability.” - Jeanette Wing, Carnegie Mellon University https://www.cs.cmu.edu/~15110-s13/Wing06-ct.pdf
WHY COMPUTER SCIENCE?
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• Announced via President’s weekly address on January 30th
• https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2016/01/30/weekly-address-giving-every-student-opportunity-learn-through-computer
• President’s FY17 Budget proposal features:
• $4B in funding for states for CS for All efforts
• $100M in funding for LEAs or consortia of LEAs
• FY16 ED Involvements:
• Dear Colleague Letter: On April 13th, 2016, ED’s STEM Team released a Dear Colleague Letter to states, school districts, schools and education partners on how to maximize federal funds to support and enhance innovative science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education for all students.
• CS Teacher Institute: The Department of Education’s Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education (OCTAE) and National Science Foundation (NSF) will participate in a joint effort to expand the field of computer science educators in Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. Creating 21st Century Learners and Coders: The 21st CCLC program launched a webpage (https://y4y.ed.gov/computerscience) to provide resources within to its network of State Directors, site Directors, and front-line staff, and featured CS in the STEM session at the program's Summer Institute in July 2016.
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COMPUTER SCIENCE FOR ALL (CS FOR ALL)
• The National Science Foundation has funded a lot of foundational research in the
area of computer science. Visit their websites for a list of resources:
• http://www.nsf.gov/news/special_reports/csed/csforall.jsp
• http://www.nsf.gov/news/special_reports/csed/
• The White House has been collecting all of the private commitments around
computer science and computing. View their website to learn about other
organizations and individuals committed to this work:
• https://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/2016/01/30/computer-science-all
RESOURCES FROM OTHER AGENCIES
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EARLY STEM LEARNING
• White House Symposium happened on April 21st
• Over 200 responses to the call to action
• Fact Sheet located here - https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2016/04/21/fact-sheet-advancing-active-stem-education-our-youngest-learners
• Tips Sheets located here – “Let’s talk read and sing about STEM” (available in both English and Spanish here -http://www2.ed.gov/about/inits/ed/earlylearning/talk-read-sing/index.html
• Tips for Families with Young Children
• Tips for Preschool Teachers & Providers
• Tips for Infant/Toddler Teachers & Providers
• Let's Talk about the World Poster
• Working with OET and Office of early learning on tech recommendations for Ed/HHS
• Ready to Learn has a science literacy focus in FY15 competition and will be releasing reports on their prior math focus
• In 2014 IES released a report on best practices, “Teaching Math to Young Children”
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STEM TEACHER LEADERSHIP
SUPPORTING STEM TEACHER LEADERSHIP
Building on existing work, ED and SRI released a web-based resource:
http://stemteacherleadership.org to support STEM Teacher Leadership Initiatives and specifically tackle the following topics:
1) Models of STEM Teacher Leadership
2) Administrators as Partners
3) Elementary STEM Teacher Leadership
4) Building networks of networks
5) Evaluation of STEM Teacher Leader initiatives
6) Candidate to STEM Teacher Leader
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SUPPORTED BY THE TEACHER INCENTIVE FUND (TIF)
Each RAC generated frequently asked questions (FAQs) that its stakeholders might want to explore. RACs are developing answers to each of these questions, which will be showcased in an integrated web resource and organized based on stakeholder perspectives. Educators, administrators, SEAs, support organizations, educator preparation programs, policymakers and funders, and STEM professionals will be able to navigate the resource by audience or by topic to find information targeted to their interests and needs.
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SUPPORTING STEM TEACHER LEADERSHIPSUPPORTED BY THE TEACHER INCENTIVE FUND (TIF)
ESSA
STEM
The Math and Science Partnerships program (Title II Part B under ESEA, as amended by NCLB) will not continue as a distinct funding opportunity after FY 2016. However STEM and computer science are clearly listed throughout ESSA as allowable uses of formula funds. ESSA also contains additional funding opportunities to strengthen STEM education.
• Title II: The STEM Master Teacher Corps will allow for a national competition for SEAs to develop State-wide STEM master teacher corps, or for non-profits in partnership with SEAs, to support the implementation, replication or expansion of effective STEM professional development programs.
• Title IV Part A: STEM and computer science are mentioned multiple times under activities to support well rounded educational opportunities.
• Title IV Part B: The 21st Century Community Learning Centers lists programs that contain STEM as an authorized local activity.
TITLE II AND TITLE IV
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Questions
E-mail: [email protected]
Main ESSA Web Page: www.ED.gov/ESSA
ESSA Resources Web Page: http://www2.ed.gov/policy/elsec/leg/essa/index.html
Comments
Comments on proposed accountability regulation:
https://www.federalregister.gov/articles/2016/05/31/2016-12451/elementary-and-secondary-education-act-of-1965-as-amended-by-the-every-student-succeeds
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EVERY STUDENT SUCCEEDS ACTRESOURCES
STEM FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
DEAR COLLEAGUE LETTER
STEM DEAR COLLEAGUE LETTER
In April 2016, the U.S. Department of
Education released a Dear Colleague Letter to
states, school districts, schools and education
partners on how to maximize federal funds to
support and enhance innovative science,
technology, engineering and math (STEM)
education for all students. The letter serves as
a resource for decreasing the equity and
opportunity gaps for historically underserved
students in STEM and gives examples of how
federal funds—through formula grant
programs in the Elementary and Secondary
Education Act, the Individuals with Disabilities
Education Act and the Carl D. Perkins Career
and Technical Education Act—can support
efforts to improve instruction and student
outcomes in STEM fields. The signed version of
the letter can be found here.
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STEM to STEAMBenefits, Strategies, Possibilities
Patrick Waters, MakerEd Educator
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STEM to
STEAM: Benefits, Strategies,
Possibilities
The Backstory
Benefits of Arts Education & Integration
Increased Engagement
Increased Academic Outcomes
Healthier Behavior & Social Skills
Empowered Learning
is
Whole Child Education
Strategies
Collaboration
Community
Student Empowerment
STEM Teacher Leadership Pathways
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Raising the Bar to Increase Student Achievement for All Students
October 20, 2015
Maya M. Garcia District of Columbia, Office of the State Superintendent of Education
Rabiah Harris STEM Teacher Leader, Middle School Science , District of Columbia Public Schools
Snapshot of Public Education in DC
• 8 Wards• 87,000 students• 6,500 teachers• 262 schools• 69 LEAs• Special Education
Population: 18%• English Language
Learners: 9%• Low Income:
Approximately 60% the student population.
The Opportunity
By 2018, DC will have 94,000 STEM job-openings.
(STEM Connector Report, 2011)
The Opportunity
Half of the Priority Career Sectors are directly related to STEM, but most will require knowledge of STEM subjects.
How do we cultivate interest and engagement in these career sectors?
The Challenge
Statewide Science and Math Assessment Results (2008-2014)
17 % of District High School Students met or exceeded expectations on the PARCC Math Assessment.
27% of District 3-8th grade students met or exceeded expectations on the PARCC Math Assessment.
Equitable access to our most effective educators remains an issue.
- Equitable Access Plan
25% of high school students are immediately disengaged by the end of their first year.
- DC Graduation Pathways Project
Addressing the Challenge
Increasing Student Achievement in STEM
Phase 1:
Access
Phase 2: Awareness
Phase 3:
Interest and Engagement
Phase 4:
Proficiency
STEM Learning Ecosystem
Shifting the Classroom Experience
System of Support
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Teacher Leaders
Recognize/Reward
Leadership and Development
Empower
Retain
In-service Teachers
Recruit
Develop
Engage
Retain
Pre-Service Teachers
Prepare Recruit Support/Mentor
STEM Teacher Leader Pathway
• Science Educator Leader Cadre2013
• Science Educator Leader Cadre
• Principal Leadership Institute2014
• STEM Teacher Leader Cadre
• Principal Leadership Institute2015
• STEM Teacher Leader Cadre
• State STEM Master Teacher Cadre
• Principal Leadership Institute
2016
Leadership and Development
• OSSE STEM Cross Division Team
• OSSE Science Educator Leader Cadre
• OSSE State Science Leadership Team
OSSE STEM Team
• Network Advisory Council
• Network Leadership Team
• 5-7 Working Groups
• STEM Teacher Leader Cadre
• STEM Ambassadors
DC STEM Network
Engagement and Empowerment
• NGSS Implementation • STEM Ambassadors
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Sustainability and Retention
EmergingLeaders Program
State STEM Leadership
Team
Educator Talent Pool
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Maya M. Garcia Director of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Office of the State Superintendent of [email protected]
Rabiah HarrisScience Department Chair
Kelly Miller Middle School, [email protected]
Terrapin Teachers
Anisha Campbell, Assoc. Director of Terrapin Teachers,
University of Maryland
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Terrapin Teachers
A new initiative for educating a generation of outstanding science and math teachers for our
high schools!
What is Terrapin Teachers?
• Terrapin Teachers is UMCP’s replication of the UTeach model
• Terrapin Teachers is a collaborative effort of the College of Computer, Mathematical, & Natural Sciences and the College of Education
Students earn:• A STEM content major that allows the student to pursue a wide range of
careers• An education major which is a part of an approved program through the
Maryland State Department of Education • Our goal is to increase the number of undergraduates certified to be STEM
teachers in grades 7-12 to 40 per year, as well as to recruit into other College programs and certification pathways
Some Information on UTeach (Nationally)
• 43 UTeach sites across the United States as of spring 2016
• Since launched in 1997, 2,676 estimated graduates through spring 2015
• UTeach sites projected to produce 606 new graduates during 2015 - 2016
Some Information on UTeach (Nationally)
Taken from http://uteach-institute.org
• 86% of graduates entered teaching as of spring 2015
• 86% of those that entered teaching who were still teaching as of spring 2015
• 61% of graduates teach in school with majority low-income population
• 18% of graduates identified as underrepresented minorities
Terrapin Teachers Features
• Recruitment phase: Students take Step 1 and Step 2• Get experience with teaching in elementary & middle
schools under guidance of Master Teachers
• Focus on undergraduates appreciating that teaching is an exciting and rewarding profession
• Undergraduates given small stipend on completion of the two courses
Terrapin Teachers Features
• Focus on STEM major and certification to teach within 4 years
• Seven other UTeach courses; for us, they fit into the existing majors
• Master Teachers (we have 4 now) will work closely with students throughout their 4 undergraduate years
• Sites work closely with local schools to provide excellent mentored experiences for the students in the schools
Contact InformationAnisha Campbell, Ph.D., Associate Director
• 301-405-0645
• http://tt.umd.edu
STEM Teachers
Sandra Richardson, Program director and co-lead of the Robert Noyce
Teacher Scholarship Program at the National
Science Foundation
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National S
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WHERE DISCOVERIES AND DISCOVERERS BEGININ STEM TEACHER EDUCATION
Sandra Richardson (Program Director)[email protected]
Directorate for Education and Human Resources
Division of Undergraduate Education
National S
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WHY IS THE FEDERAL
GOVERNMENT IN THE
BUSINESS OF STEM TEACHER
EDUCATION EFFORTS?
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National S
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“ If America is going to compete
for the jobs and industries of tomorrow, we need to make sure our children are getting the best education possible. Teachers matter, and great teachers deserve our
support.”
~ President Obama
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National S
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STEM Teacher Education Efforts
(Recruitment and Retention)
in the
Robert Noyce Teacher
Scholarship Program
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National S
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oundation Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program
Track 1: S&S
Scholarships & Stipends
Undergraduate STEM majors and/or STEM professionals
Track 2: TF
NSF Teaching Fellowships
STEM professionals
Track 3 (MTF)
NSF Master Teaching Fellowships
Exemplary, experienced STEM teachers
Track 4: Noyce Research
Research related to STEM teacher effectiveness, persistence, and
retention in high-need LEAs
Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program
Solicitation NSF 16-559
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National S
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2002-2016
National S
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FY 2002-2016
• 584 awards since 2002
• Over 600 colleges and universities participating.
• Recipients teaching in 2,800 school districts in 50 states, Puerto Rico, Guam, and DC.
• Expected to produce about 14,500 new STEM teachers and 660 Master Teachers who will be teaching in high need school districts throughout the country.
National S
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oundation A Few Other EHR Programs
with a STEM teacher education focus
• EHR: IUSE (Improving Undergraduate STEM Education) https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2015/nsf15585/nsf15585.htm
• EHR Core Research http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2015/nsf15509/nsf15509.htm
• Advanced Technological Education (ATE) http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2014/nsf14577/nsf14577.htm
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National S
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oundation Ways to Partner with NSF
• Grant Holder– Principal Investigator
– Member of Project Team, Advisory Board, etc.
• User of Products
• Participant in Workshops & Symposiums
• Reviewer of Proposals
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National S
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Thank you!
Dr. Sandra
Richardson:
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Join us for a brief survey at kahoot.it
STEM vs. STEAM
1. Do the arts belong in STEM?
2. How can schools/educators/etc. fit the arts into STEM programs and do justice to STEM and STEAM?
3. What would an ideal STEAM program look like?
Facilitator: Patrick Waters
STEM Pathways
1. Why do we need multiple pathways to STEM careers?
2. What does a STEM program with multiple pathways look like?
3. Who are the stakeholders involved in creating STEM pipelines?
Facilitators: Melissa Moritz & Maya Garcia
Student Motivation
1. What role does motivation play in inspiring the next generation of STEM leaders?
2. Are there specific strategies or tools that can help boost student motivation?
3. How would you describe a STEM curriculum/course/club with motivation as its driving force?
Facilitator: Rabiah Harris
Recruitment & Retention
1. How can schools recruit STEM teachers?
2. How can schools retain STEM teachers?
3. Some programs focus on bringing STEM professionals into the classroom. What are the benefits/challenges of this approach?
Facilitators: Anisha Campbell & Sandra Richardson
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STEM vs. STEAM
1. Do the arts belong in STEM?
2. How can schools/educators/etc. fit the arts into STEM programs and do justice to STEM and STEAM?
3. What would an ideal STEAM program look like?
Facilitator: Patrick Waters
STEM Pathways
1. Why do we need multiple pathways to STEM careers?
2. What does a STEM program with multiple pathways look like?
3. Who are the stakeholders involved in creating STEM pipelines?
Facilitators: Melissa Moritz & Maya Garcia
Student Motivation
1. What role does motivation play in inspiring the next generation of STEM leaders?
2. Are there specific strategies or tools that can help boost student motivation?
3. How would you describe a STEM curriculum/course/club with motivation as its driving force?
Facilitator: Rabiah Harris
Recruitment & Retention
1. How can schools recruit STEM teachers?
2. How can schools retain STEM teachers?
3. Some programs focus on bringing STEM professionals into the classroom. What are the benefits/challenges of this approach?
Facilitators: Anisha Campbell & Sandra Richardson
Melissa Moritz, Deputy Director of STEM, US
Department of Education
Maya Garcia, Director of STEM, DC
Office of the State Superintendent
Rabiah Harris, Science Dept. Chair, Kelly Miller Middle
School, DC
Patrick Waters, MakerEd Educator
Anisha Campbell, Assoc. Director of Terrapin Teachers,
University of Maryland
Sandra Richardson, Program director at the
National Science Foundation
Thank you for attending SmartBrief Education's annual STEM Pathways event.Please join us for networking and refreshments.
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