Foundations of Integrated STEM Education
The Foundations of Integrated STEM Education course engages participants in unpacking the knowledge and skills required of educators interested in 'STEMifying' their teaching (whether they teach a STEM course or would like to add a STEM component to their subject area). The course introduces topics related to students’ STEM identity, school and community, curriculum, and pedagogy, so participants could identify high-quality STEM experiences. Specifically, participants will analyze frameworks for high-quality STEM education, STEM standards and practices, the engineering design process, phenomenon-based teaching, equity and diversity in STEM, and student-centered STEM pedagogy.
This course can be taken for PDPs or as a 3-credit course as part of the Master’s in Integrated STEM Education.
Dates: Jan. 16 – April 3, 2025, on Thursdays from 6:00-8:45 pm
Note: Graduate credit option runs through May 8, 2025
Location: Virtual and Interactive on Zoom
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OpenSciEd Launch for High School Educators
The STEM Education Center at WPI in collaboration with DESE is offering a free 4-day OpenSciEd Launch training for high-school teachers, coaches, and curriculum directors who are in the process of implementing OpenSciEd curriculum. The training will guide educators through the shift toward student-centered science teaching & learning, where students ‘figure out' and explain real-world phenomena, as well as the implementation of high-quality instructional materials (HQIM). Throughout the training, participating educators will experience the different routines & pedagogies associated with the OpenSciEd units, as well as work with colleagues to review a subject-specific OSE unit and plan for implementation in their classrooms. Stipend available for MA educators who complete the course requirements.
Graduate course extension is available for a reduced fee.
Dates: February 18-21, 2025
Time: 8:45 am - 3:30 pm (ET)
Location: Virtual and Interactive on Zoom
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Summer Research Experiences at WPI
Apply to be part of the WPI RET (Research Experiences for Teachers) Site: Engineering for People and the Planet for middle and high school STEM teachers to conduct paid research for 6 full weeks at WPI in a team with a WPI faculty member and pre-service teacher. Research experiences focus on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals for an integrated approach of learning and doing science, math, and engineering through real-world problems. Teachers will participate in professional development to translate their research experience into classroom activities, as well as present their work to broader audiences.
Dates: June 30 - August 8, 2025; and up to 4 follow-up sessions during the academic year
Location: WPI Research Labs on Campus (in person)
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Seeds of STEM
Problem Panda has a LOT of problems! Step into the shoes of a preschool student and experience this hands-on approach to doing STEM with young children. Our curriculum binder, color images and Problem Panda can be included! Come play with us!
This curriculum training is offered annually over 4 half-days.
Dates: Oct 18 & 19, Dec 6, 2024 & March 7, 2025 from 9:30 am - 2 pm
Location: Virtual and Interactive on Zoom
Contact Mia with questions or for more information.
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If you are interested in bringing this PD to your school, contact Mia for details.
I am STEM Workshops
Bring STEM to your classroom during MA STEM Week, 2024! The I am STEM – STEM I am lesson library engages students, grades PK-7, in solving problems in books and is designed to empower students to become proud problem solvers. With continued support from the Massachusetts STEM Advisory Council, 8 new lessons will be added to the library and will include a new caregiver ‘Connections’ letter and lesson rubric.
The I am STEM PD is FREE and open to any PK-7 educator (in and out of school) interested in implementing a design challenge with their students. This interactive and engaging 90-minute session will introduce you to the problem-solving process, show you how to navigate the library, and allow you to briefly explore grade-level lessons and try out an activity with colleagues.
Dates/Times: Fall 2024
Location: Online via Zoom
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Contact Donna with any questions or for more information.