EDU-655 Topics in Science, Tech, Engi & Math Edu
This course is designed to provide the candidate with an understanding of integrated STEM education, the content and processes of STEM education disciplines, and STEM pedagogy, and the social and political factors that influence them. This course will explore aspects of STEM education through the literature, recent national reports, discussion and practice; and will provide methods and strategies to integrate technology and engineering with mathematics and science through inquiry or problem based learning (PBL) activities that are engaging and aligned with the New Jersey Professional Teaching Standards, New Jersey Standards for School Leaders, NJ Common Core State Standards for Mathematics and Science.