MCCCD Program Description

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education

Course: EPD205

First Term: 2013 Fall

Lecture 3.0 Credit(s) 3.0 Period(s) 3.0 Load
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: S- Standard

Description: A basic introduction to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education in the United States. Emphasis on the understanding of state and national educational academic standards, the importance of the role of higher education in closing the achievement gap and effective strategies for improving teaching in the STEM disciplines. Includes examples of successful school programs along with practical applications for teachers in the classroom and the involvement of community colleges in the STEM Education landscape.

MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Identify current State and National Academic Standards in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines. (I, VII) 2. Explain the history and current trends in STEM education. (II, IV, VII) 3. Examine components of school programs that have demonstrated success in STEM education. (II, VII) 4. Summarize characteristics of effective leaders, teachers, and mentors and their roles in STEM education. (II, VII) 5. Design a specific grade level lesson plan using `Problem-Based Learning` techniques. (III, V, VI) 6. Compare and contrast effective teaching and instructional methods for STEM disciplines. (III, V, VII) 7. Describe and give examples of the components, processes and techniques of active learning. (III, VII) 8. Assess and apply the objective constructs of Bloom`s Taxonomy. (III, VII) 9. Assess the strategies of `Inquiry-Guide` learning for classroom usage. (III, VII) 10. Design a specific grade level plan using the real world application principles of `Project-Based` learning. (IV-VI) 11. Synthesize factors that influence STEM education and make it so complex. (IV, V, VII)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.

MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Influence of National and State Standards on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Education A. Academic Standards and Student Performance B. Common Core Standards C. Curriculum Development D. Assessment E. Accountability F. Classroom Practices G. Teacher Preparation II. Political and Economic Influences on STEM Education A. State and Federal Legislation B. Global Competition C. School Governance and Effective Leadership III. Teaching and Learning Strategies for STEM Education A. Active Learning 1. Learning Techniques a. Study-Based Events b. Retrieval Events c. Schema-Building 2. Reciprocal Teaching B. Bloom`s Taxonomy 1. Basic Levels of Understanding a. Knowledge b. Comprehension c. Application d. Analysis e. Synthesis f. Evaluation 2. Implications of Bloom`s Taxonomy on Student Learning C. Problem-Based Learning 1. Problem Adaptations and Real World Applications 2. Collaborative and Cooperative Learning Environments D. Inquiry-Guided Learning 1. Classroom Practices and Teaching Strategies 2. Student Learning Outcomes E. Project-Based Learning (PBL) 1. Design of Learning Environment for STEM PBL 2. Student Assessment IV. Complexities of STEM Education as a National Endeavor A. Impact of Outside Influences and Educational Responses B. Variety of Stakeholders C. Unpredictability of Outcomes D. Continuing Professional Development V. Characteristics of Learners A. Learning Styles B. Past Experiences C. Backgrounds D. Prior Knowledge E. Cultural Differences VI. Lesson Plan A. Objectives B. Teaching Procedures C. Learning Activities D. Materials E. Assessments VII. Resources A. Textbooks B. Internet/Computers/Software C. Professional Software D. Other

MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: June 25, 2013

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