Open Access. Powered by Scholars. Published by Universities.®
Science and Mathematics Education Commons™
Open Access. Powered by Scholars. Published by Universities.®
- Keyword
-
- IMSA (62)
- Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (60)
- STEM (58)
- Residential high school (52)
- Curriculum (51)
-
- Gifted (49)
- Biology (46)
- Bioinformatics (21)
- Evolution (10)
- Nature of science (7)
- Innovation (6)
- Inquiry (6)
- Mathematics (5)
- Problem-based learning (5)
- Technology (5)
- Activity (4)
- Elementary STEM (4)
- Learning (4)
- Problem-solving (4)
- Research (4)
- Science (4)
- Collaborative (3)
- Discovery-based (3)
- Early Childhood STEM (3)
- Education (3)
- Engineering (3)
- Illinois mathematics and science academy (3)
- Inquiry-based (3)
- Investigation (3)
- STEM education (3)
- Publication Year
- Publication
-
- Publications & Research (36)
- Faculty Publications & Research (14)
- Evolution (12)
- ISBE Transitional Math Curriculum: STEM Pathway (10)
- Ecosystem Disruption & Climate Change (9)
-
- Fusion (8)
- Nature of Science (8)
- Genomics: Past & Future (5)
- IMSA History (5)
- Course Information (4)
- Sequence Alignments (4)
- Research Project (3)
- Teacher Resources (3)
- Impact Reports (2)
- Sequencing & Genome Mining (2)
- Documents (1)
- Introduction to NCBI (1)
- Primer Design (1)
- Student Publications & Research (1)
Articles 1 - 30 of 129
Full-Text Articles in Science and Mathematics Education
Imagination To Innovation: Design Thinking For Young Learners, Lindsey Herlehy, Cassandra Armstrong
Imagination To Innovation: Design Thinking For Young Learners, Lindsey Herlehy, Cassandra Armstrong
Publications & Research
Design thinking is the intersection of engineering design and social-emotional learning. Today’s learners must be empathetic problem solvers capable of defining problems and designing appropriate solutions to meet the needs of the user. In this session, participants will experience design thinking through literature-based scenarios appropriate for early learners. They will analyze and compare their own models to those of others and compose a lesson that will engage students in the design thinking process.
Naval Engineering For Grades 4-6, Patrick Young
Naval Engineering For Grades 4-6, Patrick Young
Publications & Research
Reading The Girl with a Mind for Math, we learn about the career of Raye Montague, an African-American woman who broke every barrier to pioneer computer-aided ship design and become the first female program manager in the United States Navy. Lessons are provided for using free, online software to design ships while exercising several Common Core Math standards and NGSS standards for engineering design.
Diverse Assessments That Encourage Creativity Among Gifted Students, Sowmya Anjur
Diverse Assessments That Encourage Creativity Among Gifted Students, Sowmya Anjur
Faculty Publications & Research
No abstract provided.
Math & Construction: Curriculum, Community, & Career Connections, Kelly W. Remijan
Math & Construction: Curriculum, Community, & Career Connections, Kelly W. Remijan
Publications & Research
No abstract provided.
Math & Machining: Curricular Connections For The Classroom, Kelly W. Remijan
Math & Machining: Curricular Connections For The Classroom, Kelly W. Remijan
Publications & Research
No abstract provided.
Aviation Integration: Promoting Careers Through Curricular Connections Within The Math Classroom, Kelly W. Remijan
Aviation Integration: Promoting Careers Through Curricular Connections Within The Math Classroom, Kelly W. Remijan
Publications & Research
5th -12th grade teachers, curriculum/instructional leaders, & CTE directors will: 1) discover aviation-related careers, connections, and pathways that can be promoted within the math classroom, 2) gain knowledge of topics, tech, and tools that can be integrated within the mathematics curriculum, and 3) acquire lots of RESOURCES to help educators positively impact teacher instruction, student learning, and career awareness. Careers include: Load Master, Engineer, Mechanic, Pilot, Air Traffic Controller, Crash Reconstructionist, GIS Analyst, Machinist…. Aviation topics include: Forces of Flight, Time Zones, Drones, Satellite Imagery, GPS, CNC Programming... Math Concepts include: Angles, Area, Coordinate Geometry, Decimals, Fractions, Intersecting Circles, Linear …
Playing With Push Toys And Technology: Solving A System Of Linear Equations, Kelly W. Remijan
Playing With Push Toys And Technology: Solving A System Of Linear Equations, Kelly W. Remijan
Publications & Research
When students are given the opportunity to utilize technology and engage in hands-on activities within a mathematics class, they can experience mathematics in action. Mathematical action technologies “offer students opportunities to interact...in ways that are not possible (alone) with paper and pencil” (McCullough et. al, 2021, p. 739). One such mathematical action technology, for instance, involves a calculator-based ranger (CBR) which collects and displays motion data in real-time. As CBR activities impact students’ abilities to interpret and model “physical phenomena” which enhances graphical understanding (Kwon, 2010), I have incorporated various CBR activities that involve students walking in front of a …
Flags Of Africa: Promoting Cultures & Connecting Math Concepts, Kelly W. Remijan
Flags Of Africa: Promoting Cultures & Connecting Math Concepts, Kelly W. Remijan
Publications & Research
Objectives
- To share ideas for using flags of Africa and technology to engage students with math concepts: counting, fractions, percentage, aspect ratio, linear equations/inequalities, domain/range, angles/distances/slope, classifying triangles, area of polygons, slope, parallelograms, & coordinate geometry.
- To highlight technology such as Google Slides, Google Sheets Pixel Art, GeoGebra, Desmos, and CNC Machines that help enrich the teaching of math concepts.
- To provide ideas for promoting discussion of culture, history, & geography within the math classroom.
Playing With Code: Big Ideas For Early Learners, Lindsey Herlehy, Cassandra Armstrong
Playing With Code: Big Ideas For Early Learners, Lindsey Herlehy, Cassandra Armstrong
Publications & Research
For young children growing in today’s digital world, the acquisition of coding and computer programming skills has become a popular and appropriate focus in education. Beyond engaging in technology and coding applications as consumers – the passive act of sitting in front of a screen and merely pressing buttons without a high level of thought – early childhood students are capable of high-quality programming tasks through play-based learning experiences. As producers, our youngest students may explore the open-ended nature of computer programming and coding through design, art, and innovation. Engaging in coding builds valuable and transferable practices such as problem …
Aviation Integration: Topics, Tech, & Career Connections For Enhancing Math Concepts, Kelly W. Remijan
Aviation Integration: Topics, Tech, & Career Connections For Enhancing Math Concepts, Kelly W. Remijan
Publications & Research
5th -12th grade teachers will: 1) discover how to incorporate aviation concepts, tech, & tools into math curriculum & 2) gain ideas, corresponding activities, & LOTS of resources to enhance the teaching & learning of math concepts. Aviation Topics: Forces of Flight, Time Zones, Drones, Satellite Imagery, GPS, CNC Programming... Math Concepts: Angles, Area, Coordinate Geometry, Intersecting Circles, Linear Functions, Shapes, ...
Playing With Math And Science In The Early Childhood Classroom, Cassandra Armstrong, Lindsey Herlehy
Playing With Math And Science In The Early Childhood Classroom, Cassandra Armstrong, Lindsey Herlehy
Publications & Research
Young students are equipped with the curiosity and creativity to be successful scientists and mathematicians. In today’s classrooms, strong foundational skills in STEM promote success for years to come. Through play, young students can subitize, sort, draw, recognize patterns, and explore loose parts. Participants will actively take part in several activities highlighting each of these skills.
The Luge & Linear Algebra, Kelly Remijan
The Great Water Design Challenge: A Collaboration With Noaa Planet Stewards, Elizabeth Martinez
The Great Water Design Challenge: A Collaboration With Noaa Planet Stewards, Elizabeth Martinez
Publications & Research
Session Goals
- Define design challenge
- Generate ideas for classroom design challenge
- Outline design challenge for your classroom
NOAA Planet Stewards NESTA Article
Diverse Ways Of Assessing Students In Science, Sowmya Anjur
Diverse Ways Of Assessing Students In Science, Sowmya Anjur
Faculty Publications & Research
No abstract provided.
Diversity And Inclusion In The Stem Classroom, Sowmya Anjur
Diversity And Inclusion In The Stem Classroom, Sowmya Anjur
Faculty Publications & Research
A model of equity and diversity in STEM education has been developed, with applications to classroom pedagogy. This Equity and Excellence Model incorporates culturally responsive classrooms, based on diversity and equity minded practices. The diversity model was successfully implemented into a Science classroom and this model is still evolving to be more widespread to fit other classrooms and districts nationwide.
Meaningful Math: Activities, Applications, & Career Connections For The Teaching & Learning Of Math Concepts, Kelly W. Remijan
Meaningful Math: Activities, Applications, & Career Connections For The Teaching & Learning Of Math Concepts, Kelly W. Remijan
Publications & Research
5th-12th grade teachers will:
- Discover career connections & tech tools that can be integrated into the math curriculum
- Gain ideas, activities, & LOTS of resources which can enhance the teaching/learning of math concepts
Tech & Toys To Teach Linear Algebra, Kelly W. Remijan
Tech & Toys To Teach Linear Algebra, Kelly W. Remijan
Publications & Research
6th - 12 Grade Math teachers will Discover activities involving tech and/or toys:
- CNC Machines- graphing points & line segments
- Desmos/GeoGebra & flags- graphing linear equations/inequalities w/ domain/range
- CBR & movement- graphing/analyzing lines
- Push toys- systems of equations
- Water growing toys- growth rate
- Ziplines, Balloons, Barbie, & Lego People - slope & linear equations
Flags And Tech To Teach Math, Kelly W. Remijan
Flags And Tech To Teach Math, Kelly W. Remijan
Publications & Research
Teachers will discover innovative activities for math concepts that engage students with flags & technology such as CNC Machines, Google Sheets Pixel Art, Desmos, & GeoGebra.
Pixel Math Across All Levels, Kelly W. Remijan
Pixel Math Across All Levels, Kelly W. Remijan
Publications & Research
No abstract provided.
What’S The Buzz? A Hands-On, Interdisciplinary, And Fun Way To Learn About Circuits, Energy, Engineering, Bee Communication, And Pollination, Christine L. Moskalik
What’S The Buzz? A Hands-On, Interdisciplinary, And Fun Way To Learn About Circuits, Energy, Engineering, Bee Communication, And Pollination, Christine L. Moskalik
Publications & Research
How can a simple toothbrush- bot be used to model honey bee communication as well as the role of such communication in pollination? Learners explore basic circuitry through the popular tooth- brush-bot activity, with a spin.
Young Mathematicians: Stem Skills For Success, Lindsey Herlehy
Young Mathematicians: Stem Skills For Success, Lindsey Herlehy
Publications & Research
Our youngest STEAM learners are creative and curious, but require support and foundational skills in mathematics and science. Join us for a series of integrated activities that explore subitizing, sorting, drawing, patterns, and data analysis, and leave with new ideas of how to build these STEAM skills in your classroom and remote-learning environment.
What’S The Buzz?, Christine L. Moskalik
What’S The Buzz?, Christine L. Moskalik
Teacher Resources
Problem Centered Teaching By Tomorrow, Cassandra Armstrong
Problem Centered Teaching By Tomorrow, Cassandra Armstrong
Publications & Research
Problem Centered Instruction is a great way to engage students, integrate content, and inspire learning. However, true problem centered instruction requires a major shift in both teaching and learning, requiring the one thing teachers don't have: time. In today's session, we will look at some simple strategies that teachers can put to immediate use within the classroom to help start the shift towards a student-led, problem centered learning environment.
The Great Water Design Challenge: A Noaa Planet Stewards And Illinois Mathematics And Science Academy (Imsa) Collaboration, Elizabeth Martinez
The Great Water Design Challenge: A Noaa Planet Stewards And Illinois Mathematics And Science Academy (Imsa) Collaboration, Elizabeth Martinez
Publications & Research
Through generous NOAA Planet Stewards funding, schools in the Northern Illinois area had the unique opportunity to participate in a one-day design challenge that focused on local and state environmental issues. Student teams, which ranged from fifth grade through high school, engaged in research and design thinking to create innovative responses and solutions to address their selected water challenge. Subject matter experts were available, both virtually and in person, for questions, conversations, and insights as teams worked. Simultaneously team sponsors engaged in their own professional development related to the NOAA Planet Stewards Program. Students showcased their work at the end …
Binary Math Basics, Kelly Remijan
Binary Math Basics, Kelly Remijan
Teacher Resources
This resource helps to explain what the binary number system (base 2) is, how it compares to the decimal system (base 10), how to convert a base 10 number to base 2, and how to translate a message from binary code to words.
Adaptations Of The Illinois Mathematics And Science Academy In Response To Covid-19, Sowmya Anjur, Dave Devol
Adaptations Of The Illinois Mathematics And Science Academy In Response To Covid-19, Sowmya Anjur, Dave Devol
Faculty Publications & Research
No abstract provided.
Covid-19 Growth Rate, Patrick Young
Covid-19 Growth Rate, Patrick Young
ISBE Transitional Math Curriculum: STEM Pathway
No abstract provided.
Defibrillators And Your Heart / Teacher Notes, Patrick Young
Defibrillators And Your Heart / Teacher Notes, Patrick Young
ISBE Transitional Math Curriculum: STEM Pathway
No abstract provided.
Planning A Trip To Mars / Student Question Worksheet, Peg Steffen
Planning A Trip To Mars / Student Question Worksheet, Peg Steffen
ISBE Transitional Math Curriculum: STEM Pathway
Students look at typical fuel percentages for vehicles, the fuel needs for a Mars rocket launch from Earth to orbit and then graph the altitude vs elapsed time to reach orbit.
Lilavathi's Cup, Patrick Young
Lilavathi's Cup, Patrick Young
ISBE Transitional Math Curriculum: STEM Pathway
No abstract provided.