Science Education Institute for Leadership Development and Strategic Planning
July 24-28, 2017 | Washington, DC
Are you looking to transform STEM education in your community but don't know where to begin? At this intensive 5‐day leadership institute, teams of dedicated educators, administrators, and stakeholders gain an in‐depth understanding of the elements necessary for a quality STEM education program in their school or district. By the end of the week, teams walk away with a draft strategic plan and actionable items for improving and integrating K-12 STEM programs with other initiatives.
Institute Objectives:
- Review the implications of research and new standards to the learning and teaching of science and to the implementation of a new Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) program.
- Construct a vision for inquiry-based, hands-on STEM education that supports a scientifically literate, career-ready citizenry.
- Develop a 5-year strategic plan for improving K-12 STEM education programs by addressing the five elements of the Leadership and Assistance for Science Education Reform (LASER) systemic reform model.
- Exchange knowledge with other professionals committed to improving education for all students.
In 2017 we are pleased to offer limited scholarship opportunities for eligible teams to support some costs associated with attending this institute. Apply Now
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Good Thinking! named a Finalist for Best Learning Resources from Association of American Publishers
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Smithsonian Science Education Center and Teach For America Team Up To Advance Diversity and Excellence in STEM Education
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Free Resource
When you get hungry you grab a snack from your fridge or pantry. But what can plants do when they get hungry? You are probably aware that plants need sunlight, water, and a home (like soil) to grow, but where do they get their food? They make it themselves! Read more in "What is Photosynthesis?"
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Featured Video
Good Thinking! Photosynthesis explores student misconceptions about matter and energy in photosynthesis and strategies for eliciting student ideas to address or build on them.
Each episode of Good Thinking! is grounded in findings from peer-reviewed science and education research, has been vetted by experts, and was developed with national standards in mind.
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