Multiple Case Study Of Science And Engineering Integration In Secondary School Across Six School Districts,
2023
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Multiple Case Study Of Science And Engineering Integration In Secondary School Across Six School Districts, Elizabeth Hasseler, Elizabeth B. Lewis
Department of Teaching, Learning, and Teacher Education: Faculty Publications
A multiple case study was conducted to investigate six districts’ approaches to integrating science and engineering curricula in their secondary education programs. Data collected included classroom observations, interviews with teachers and administrators, college transcripts, professional development, and curriculum, as well as how, and how district personnel supported, and teachers enacted classroom instruction to align with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Six districts were chosen due to their ranges in their size, urban or rural context, and demographics. There were 25 participants in the study who were either district personnel or secondary teachers. All school districts in the study incorporated …
Promoting Skills In Children And Teens With Autism Spectrum Disorder Through Play And Steam,
2023
Old Dominion University
Promoting Skills In Children And Teens With Autism Spectrum Disorder Through Play And Steam, Meaghan Mcleod Mozingo, Krzysztof J. Rechowicz
Modeling, Simulation and Visualization Student Capstone Conference
Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have a low employment rate. This is caused by a lack of support from employment resources and the negative stigma associated with common characteristics associated with ASD. With limited career-building activities and events, it is difficult for individuals with ASD to identify their skills, strengths, and career opportunities. Parental support is crucial when seeking employment opportunities for their children. Through the use of play, children with ASD engaged and explored their skills with science, technology, engineering, arts, and math-centered activities. This paper highlights the events and shows the proposed redesign for an additional workshop.
Digital Game-Based Approach To Math Learning For Students,
2023
Old Dominion University
Digital Game-Based Approach To Math Learning For Students, Gul Ayaz, Katherine Smith
Modeling, Simulation and Visualization Student Capstone Conference
Mathematics is an important subject that is pervasive across many disciplines. It is also a subject that has proven to be challenging to both teach and learn. Students face many challenges with learning math such as a lack of motivation and anxiety. To address these challenges, game-based learning has become a popular approach to stimulate students and create a more positive classroom environment. It can serve as an alternative or supplement to traditional teaching and can better engage students while developing a positive attitude toward learning. The use of games in a classroom can create a more exciting and engaging …
Simulating Function Generators And Oscilloscopes In A Virtual Laboratory Environment,
2023
Old Dominion University
Simulating Function Generators And Oscilloscopes In A Virtual Laboratory Environment, Yiyang Li, Yuzhong Shen, Charles I. Sukenik
Modeling, Simulation and Visualization Student Capstone Conference
This paper discusses the development of a virtual laboratory for simulating electronic instruments commonly used in science and engineering courses, such as function generators and digital storage oscilloscopes. Mathematical equations are used to represent continuous signals and ensure signal integrity, while C# delegates are adopted to enable communication between simulated devices. The approach allows for loose coupling between software components and high cohesion of individual components, and can be applied to other virtual laboratory developments. The virtual laboratory provides a means for students to gain hands-on experience with electronic instruments and improve their understanding of theoretical concepts.
Investigating Correlations Among A Growth-Mindset Intervention, Students’ Math Anxiety, And Students’ Math Self-Efficacy,
2023
Bowling Green State University
Investigating Correlations Among A Growth-Mindset Intervention, Students’ Math Anxiety, And Students’ Math Self-Efficacy, Anna Grace Chamberlain
Honors Projects
This paper details the methodology, data, and conclusions of a research study investigating the correlations among a growth-mindset intervention, math anxiety, and math self-efficacy. The study found that teaching students about mindset through an intervention approach did not make a significant difference in students’ math anxiety or math self-efficacy. Teacher-centered factors are discussed as having a greater impact on students’ math anxiety and math self-efficacy.
2023 Imsaloquium,
2023
Illinois Math and Science Academy
2023 Imsaloquium, Illinois Mathematics And Science Academy
IMSAloquium Event Booklets
Welcome to IMSAloquium 2023. This is IMSA’s 36 th year of leading in educational
innovation, and the 35th year of the IMSA Student Inquiry and Research (SIR) Program.
Mathematics Education In The United States Of America, Finland, And Singapore: A Comparative Study,
2023
Kean University
Mathematics Education In The United States Of America, Finland, And Singapore: A Comparative Study, Bethany C. Pomponi
Kean Quest
Education systems around the world must put quality instruction as a priority, even as society constantly changes. Countries have to put a bigger emphasis on the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in their schools as the years have progressed. Those who have a career in the STEM areas are an integral part of sustaining a country’s economy. However, not every country does the best job in teaching STEM effectively and appropriately to students. Although countries around the world teach mathematics, each one has a different approach, as seen with scores from PISA and TIMMS regarding The …
Norms Of Mathematical Definitions: Imposing Constraints, Permitting Choice, Or Both?,
2023
Northern Illinois University
Norms Of Mathematical Definitions: Imposing Constraints, Permitting Choice, Or Both?, Rachel Rupnow, Brooke Randazzo
Faculty Articles, Papers, and Other Scholarship
Definitions play an important role in mathematics by stipulating objects of interest to mathematicians in order to facilitate theory building. Nevertheless, limited research has examined how mathematicians approach writing definitions or the values of the mathematical community that are upheld through norms related to definition use and writing. Based on interviews with nine algebraists/category theorists, we characterize two mathematical values upheld through definitions: clarity in and for communication, and freedom of choice in the use and writing of definitions. Further results highlight the norms and values related to defining that participants do and do not claim to discuss through their …
Earthquake Resistant Buildings,
2023
NJIT CSLA
Earthquake Resistant Buildings, Admin Stem For Success
STEM for Success Showcase
Students learn about earthquakes and engineering by building a structure that can survive an earthquake.
Candy Heart Experiment,
2023
NJIT CSLA
Candy Heart Experiment, Admin Stem For Success
STEM for Success Showcase
Students practice the scientific process by running an experiment to discover how well candy hearts dissolve in different liquids.
Goonie Shooters Activity,
2023
NJIT CSLA
Goonie Shooters Activity, Admin Stem For Success
STEM for Success Showcase
Students are asked to design a "Goon Shooter" to launch "goons" as far as possible.
Examining Whether And How Instructional Coordination Occurs Within Introductory Undergraduate Stem Courses,
2023
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Examining Whether And How Instructional Coordination Occurs Within Introductory Undergraduate Stem Courses, Brian A. Couch, Luanna B. Prevost, Marilyne Stains, Blake Whitt, Ariel E. Marcy, Naneh Apkarian, Melissa H. Dancy, Charles Henderson, Estrella Johnson, Jeffrey R. Raker, Brandon J. Yik, Brittnee Earl, Susan E. Shadle, John Skvoretz, John P. Ziker
School of Biological Sciences: Faculty Publications
Instructors’ interactions can foster knowledge sharing around teaching and the use of research-based instructional strategies (RBIS). Coordinated teaching presents an impetus for instructors’ interactions and creates opportunities for instructional improvement but also potentially limits an instructor’s autonomy. In this study, we sought to characterize the extent of coordination present in introductory undergraduate courses and to understand how departments and instructors implement and experience course coordination. We examined survey data from 3,641 chemistry, mathematics, and physics instructors at three institution types and conducted follow-up interviews with a subset of 24 survey respondents to determine what types of coordination existed, what factors …
Sleigh Race Project,
2023
NJIT CSLA
Sleigh Race Project, Admin Stem For Success
STEM for Success Showcase
Students use their knowledge of physics and design to build both a sleigh and a slope for the sleigh to travel on.
Lesson Plans In Astronomy, Ecology And Biology,
2023
NJIT CSLA
Lesson Plans In Astronomy, Ecology And Biology, Admin Stem For Success
STEM for Success Showcase
This document contains various lesson plan ideas for concepts within the fields of biology, ecology, astronomy, and geology.
Balloon Tower Activity,
2023
NJIT CSLA
Balloon Tower Activity, Admin Stem For Success
STEM for Success Showcase
This activity challenges students to build a safe and sound tower using only balloons and tape.
Climate Change,
2023
NJIT CSLA
Climate Change, Admin Stem For Success
STEM for Success Showcase
This lesson plan teaches students about climate change and its effect on animals and insects. Students can then participate in a climate change fact or myth game and a climate change Pictionary game.
Pumpkin Tower Activity,
2023
NJIT CSLA
Pumpkin Tower Activity, Admin Stem For Success
STEM for Success Showcase
In this activity, students are challenged to build a tower to help a farmer watch his crops using only pumpkins and wood planks. Attached is a lesson plan and a teacher reflection on the activity
Plant Maze,
2023
NJIT CSLA
Plant Maze, Admin Stem For Success
STEM for Success Showcase
Students plant bean sprouts to observe their growth.
Tomatosphere,
2023
NJIT CSLA
Tomatosphere, Admin Stem For Success
STEM for Success Showcase
Students learn about plant growth and the scientific process
Magnetic Slime,
2023
NJIT CSLA
Magnetic Slime, Admin Stem For Success
STEM for Success Showcase
Students learn chemistry and physics by making magnetic slime.
