Posted on February 6th, 2020 by Mary Lord
The Trustey Family STEM Teaching Fellows program at the University of Notre Dame’s Center for STEM Education provides top-tier professional development and continual feedback to teachers in grades 5 to 8 over the course of two years. The program, which covers travel, meals, and lodging for a two-week summer institutes on campus and January summit, includes a $6,000 stipend. Apply by Feb. 21, 2020.
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Posted on December 17th, 2019 by Mary Lord
Science research competitions can spur confidence and open college doors, but many students – particularly those from underrepresented groups – don’t know about these opportunities. The Society for Science & the Public seeks to broaden participation through its Advocate Grant Program, which offers training, a $3,000 stipend, and paid trip to Washington, D.C., for individuals to help a minimum of three underserved students navigate the transition from conducting to presenting their research at a competition. Apply by March 4, 2020.
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Posted on December 6th, 2019 by Mary Lord
Learn how K-12 teachers across the country are transforming their STEM classes – and themselves – through NSF’s Research Experiences for Teachers in Engineering and Computer Science (RET) program. You, too, can apply to participate!
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Posted on May 20th, 2019 by Mary Lord
Pre-service and in-service middle school science teachers are sought for a graduate research project aimed at developing an assessment instrument to improve the teaching of engineering practices and incorporation of design in science classrooms, as outlined in the Next Generation Science Standards and other state science-education reforms.
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Tags: assessment instrument, NGSS, Professional Development, research on K-12 engineering education, Research on Learning, research on STEM teaching, Teacher Training
Posted on January 24th, 2019 by Mary Lord
The Trustey Family STEM Teaching Fellows program at Notre Dame University provides top-tier professional development and continual feedback to teachers in grades 5 to 8 over the course of two years. The program, which covers travel, meals, and lodging for three summer institutes on campus and two winter summits, includes a $6,000 stipend. Apply by Feb. 28, 2019.
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Posted on January 11th, 2019 by Mary Lord
Science research competitions can spur confidence and open college doors, but many students – particularly those from underrepresented groups – don’t know about these opportunities. The Society for Science & the Public seeks to broaden participation through its Advocate Grant Program, which offers training, a $3,000 stipend, and paid trip to Washington, D.C., for individuals to help three to five underserved students navigate the transition from conducting to presenting their research at a competition. Apply by March 5, 2019.
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Tags: Competitions for Students, Programs for Teachers, Science Fair, Society for Science & the Public, STEM Advocate Grant, STEM education, Teacher Training
Posted on November 1st, 2018 by Mary Lord
Whether you’re a seasoned engineering instructor, newly designated STEM coordinator, or elementary teacher seeking to incorporate engaging, authentic design challenges into the curriculum, you belong in ASEE. Become a member for just $25 – and see what 125 years of engineering teaching and learning can do for you!
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Posted on June 7th, 2018 by Mary Lord
Looking for hands-on ways to teach forces and motion or refresh your Earth science lessons with the latest research? NASA’s STEM Educator Professional Development Collaborative at Texas State University has you covered with free webinars, activities, and other useful resources.
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Posted on February 9th, 2018 by Mary Lord
The National Science Foundation’s Engineering Directorate sponsors paid summer research experiences for teachers (RET) at university labs across the country. Studies show that these authentic, hands-on experiences can have profound effects on teacher effectiveness and student learning. Apply today!
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