A Case Study Of Science Teachers’ Perceptions Of Self-Efficacy In Teaching The Science And Engineering Practices,
2020
Southeastern University - Lakeland
A Case Study Of Science Teachers’ Perceptions Of Self-Efficacy In Teaching The Science And Engineering Practices, Bryanna J. Dennewitz
Doctor of Education (Ed.D)
This case study examined South Carolina public school science teachers’ perceptions of self-efficacy related to planning and executing STEM-centric lessons. The adoption of the South Carolina Academic Standards and Performance Indicators for Science in 2014 required science teachers to make substantial pedagogical shifts in their instructional practices, which influenced their self-efficacy. The standards included science and engineering practices (SEPs) embedded in the standards. Understanding how science teachers’ perceptions of self-efficacy influence their instructional competence for planning and executing SEP-integrated lessons might guide schools and districts to create focused instructional support for the teachers designed to meet their unique pedagogical needs. …
Developing Teachers’ Intentions Of Incorporating Socioscientific Issues In Lesson Design,
2020
Arcadia University
Developing Teachers’ Intentions Of Incorporating Socioscientific Issues In Lesson Design, Zachary Minken, Augusto Z. Macalalag Jr., Greer Richardson
Faculty Curated Graduate Works
In an effort to increase students’ informed decisions and evidence-based argumentation and perspective taking in the STEM classroom, this case study explored the ways in which teachers’ thinking and intention of incorporating Socioscientific Issues (SSI) into their lesson plans change after participating in an experiential workshop. Recognizing the difficulties inherent in SSI implementation, the day-long teacher development implemented a multi-layered approach which included declarative and procedural knowledge construction, namely understanding SSI components, SSI lesson planning, and learning STEM topics through the SSI framework. Pre-post conference questionnaires and lesson analysis showed that teachers were adept in developing SSI-focused lessons. In addition, …
Growth Mindset And Its Impact On Math Performance In Third Grade,
2020
Northwestern College - Orange City
Growth Mindset And Its Impact On Math Performance In Third Grade, Alicia Wenger
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
The purpose of this action research is to describe the effects of the application of daily growth mindset lessons upon the accuracy and level of work completion in math assessments. Participants included the researcher’s class of 13 third grade students from a small rural Midwest school district. Students participated in a daily growth mindset lesson intervention for a period of 4 weeks. Data was collected using math assessments and growth mindset surveys. The results concluded that although students can develop an improvement in mindset with intervention, it does not always directly correlate to the improvement of math accuracy and work …
Teaching With Digital 3d Models Of Minerals And Rocks,
2020
West Virginia University
Teaching With Digital 3d Models Of Minerals And Rocks, Graham Dm Andrews, Gabrielle Labishak, Sarah Brown, Shelby L. Isom, Holly Danielle Pettus, Trevor Byers
Faculty & Staff Scholarship
The disruption to geoscience curricula due to the COVID-19 pandemic highlights the difficulty of making mineral and rock samples accessible to students online rather than through traditional lab classes. In spring 2020, our community had to adapt rapidly to remote instruction; this transition amplified existing disparities in access to geoscience education but can be a catalyst to increase accessibility and flexibility in instruction permanently. Fortunately, a rich collection of 3D mineral and rock samples is being generated by a community of digital modelers (e.g., Perkins et al., 2019).
Stem Laboratory Safety On A Shoestring,
2020
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Stem Laboratory Safety On A Shoestring, Emily K. Faulconer
Publications
Classroom laboratory activities promote learner development in scientific reasoning and interest in science. Learner safety is a critical concern. Many states have adopted OSHA standards (e.g. The Laboratory Standard 29 CFR 1910.1450 or Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910.1200) or developed their own standards to protect public school teachers and staff, but these do not extend to students.
The Future Of Stem Education,
2020
Northwestern College - Orange City
The Future Of Stem Education, Sandy Jenkins
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
The purpose of this literature review is to examine what quantifies an elite STEM program, what criteria makes STEM education impactful for students, and where the future of STEM education may lie. Integrated STEM is a key aspect of STEM education. STEM perceptions and understandings must be clarified in order to move forward with STEM reform attempts. Learning by doing, using real-world contexts, is vital to the success of integrated STEM education. Successful STEM learning environments must also focus on student engagement and motivation, as well as the incorporation of social-emotional and 21st century skills. Teacher preparation and professional development …
The Importance Of Teaching And Learning Patterning In Early Math Education,
2020
Northwestern College - Orange City
The Importance Of Teaching And Learning Patterning In Early Math Education, Jan M. Hessman
Master's Theses & Capstone Projects
This literature review explores the importance of patterning in early math education. Patterning skills are a unique predictor of future success in mathematics. With the Common Core not addressing patterning as a standard in early math education, many educators have come to believe that the importance of patterning is not significant. However, past and present research studies have yielded convincing results that demonstrate the importance of including patterning in early math curriculums. Incorporating patterning into young students' math experiences requires several specific instructional strategies to optimize the benefits of learning patterning skills.
An Investigation Of How Environmental Science Textbooks Link Human Environmental Impact To Ecology And Daily Life,
2020
CUNY City College
An Investigation Of How Environmental Science Textbooks Link Human Environmental Impact To Ecology And Daily Life, Yael Wyner, Rob Desalle
Publications and Research
Making direct connections between humanity and the environment is of ever-increasing importance in the context of today’s environmental crisis. We used qualitative content analysis of precollege- and college-level introductory environmental science textbook case studies to study how they portray humanity’s link to the environment. We assessed case studies for how specific and data rich they are and for how they link together daily life, human impact, and ecological interactions. We found that, for many textbooks, case study stories were vaguely drawn and included few data. We also found that, for all textbooks, case studies almost always described human impacts without …
Predicting Students' Mathematical Thinking In A Technology-Mediated Environment,
2020
Middle Tennessee State University
Predicting Students' Mathematical Thinking In A Technology-Mediated Environment, Lara Dick, Jennifer Lovett, Allison Mcculloch, Cynthia Edgington, Stephanie Casey
Faculty Journal Articles
No abstract provided.
Book Review Of The Impact Of Identity In K-8 Mathematics: Rethinking Equity-Based Practices,
2020
Past-President, Colorado Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Book Review Of The Impact Of Identity In K-8 Mathematics: Rethinking Equity-Based Practices, Catherine Martin
Colorado Mathematics Teacher
Aguirre, Mayfield-Ingram, and Martin have written this book to engage teachers in conversations about and reflection on their own and their students' mathematical identities. While classroom examples focus on grades K-8, the book discusses teacher reflection and practice around issues of equity for grades K-12.
The Seesaw App: Providing Differentiated Assessment Opportunities,
2020
Academy International Elementary School, Academy School District 20
The Seesaw App: Providing Differentiated Assessment Opportunities, Tessa Ziser
Colorado Mathematics Teacher
I discovered the Seesaw app, which allows students to create drawings, videos, and pictures that become part of an online portfolio. Although it is not THE answer to assessment, it has become one of my (and my students’) favorites.
Resisting Student Labeling In This Era Of Testing,
2020
University of Wyoming
Resisting Student Labeling In This Era Of Testing, Richard Kitchen, Michelle Garcia-Olp, Jacklyn Van Ooyik
Colorado Mathematics Teacher
We examined perspectives that prospective elementary teachers (PTs) noticed their mentor teachers held with regards to classifying students by achievement or behavior. Many PTs noticed deficit mathematical discourse and expressed concern about how that could lead students to develop negative views of themselves.
Letting Go,
2020
Centennial Elementary, Harrison School District 2
Letting Go, Kevin Junod
Colorado Mathematics Teacher
Change perspectives and methods to make mathematics instruction more problem based.
Adapting A Number Sense Task To Learn More About K-5 Student Reasoning,
2020
University of Northern Colorado
Adapting A Number Sense Task To Learn More About K-5 Student Reasoning, Jody Guarino, Chepina Rumsey, Jennie Beltramini, Angie Miller, Kristin Gray, Shelbi Cole
Colorado Mathematics Teacher
Look deeper into how 5th grade students think through a task by examining standards from earlier grades.
The Redesigned Sat Calls For A Conceptual Approach,
2020
St. Mary's Episcopal School, Memphis, Tennessee
The Redesigned Sat Calls For A Conceptual Approach, Jeff Mccalla
Colorado Mathematics Teacher
Be intentional about including conceptual questions on every assessment that students take.
From The Editor's Desk,
2020
University of Northern Colorado
From The Editor's Desk, Sandie Gilliam
Colorado Mathematics Teacher
Whether you are an instructional leader in mathematics inside or outside of the role as a classroom teacher, consider being a part of the Colorado Mathematics Leaders (CML).
Promoting Class Discourse With Warm-Up Routines,
2020
Aspen Valley High School, Academy District 20
Promoting Class Discourse With Warm-Up Routines, Lisa Bejarano
Colorado Mathematics Teacher
Routines, particularly at the start of class, create predictability and provide an opportunity to experiment with instructional strategies that can enhance the mathematics culture in a classroom. In this article, we explore concrete examples of instructional routines, along with resources and consideration of the values they communicate.
Tasks That Promote Problem Solving,
2020
PEBC
Tasks That Promote Problem Solving, Wendy Ward Hoffer
Colorado Mathematics Teacher
What makes a rich, juicy task that can deeply engage learners in thinking and understanding important mathematical ideas? I have found that a great task offers varied entry points, is open-ended, and invites multiple representations.
Success With Tasks That Promote Problem Solving,
2020
Colorado Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Success With Tasks That Promote Problem Solving, Joanie Funderburk
Colorado Mathematics Teacher
I provide resources and suggestions for teachers to find or adapt tasks to promote students' reasoning and problem solving.
From The Editor's Desk,
2020
University of Northern Colorado
From The Editor's Desk, Sandie Gilliam
Colorado Mathematics Teacher
In Principles to Actions (PtA), NCTM suggests that there is too much focus on learning procedures without any connection to meaning, understanding, or the applications that require these procedures. I share my vision to address this challenge.
