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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)

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STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education. There is a renewed focus on the teaching and learning of these subjects—including computer science—due to the advanced skill sets required for today's careers; a perceived lack of interest among students; and, in some cases, the underrepresentation of certain races and genders in these fields of study and work. The Next Generation Science Standards and Common Core State Standards are propelling the STEM education movement and infusing hands-on, real-world learning into classrooms.

This topic aligns with the Teaching and Learning Community of Excellence. The Communities of Excellence are the primary components of advancing student achievement and supporting the whole child.  Learn more

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  • 21st century learning
  • Mathematics
  • Active and project-based learning
  • Next Generation Science Standards
  • College and career readiness
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ASCD's STEM by Choice ProgramASCD's STEM by Choice Program

ASCD's STEM by Choice Program includes an instructional guide developed in collaboration with STEM practitioners and videos from Spark101 which provides educators with a framework for engaging students in authentic problem solving as part of a learning progression. To learn how to use the guide and videos, ASCD also offers a training module webinar presented by the guide's authors.

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Educational Leadership: STEM for All

STEM for All

In the December 2014 issue of Educational Leadership, the magazine takes a look at how to give students valuable STEM experiences. While transdisciplinary STEM units are ideal, they are not the only way to give students valuable STEM experiences.

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  • Education Update: "STEM on the Cheap," August 2016
  • ASCD Express: "Scientific Method Meets Engineering Design in Integrative STEM Project," (December 2014)
  • Education Update: "Teaching and Learning Resources for STEM Education," February 2012

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Math Fact Fluency: 60+ Games and Assessment Tools to Support Learning and Retention

Math Fact Fluency: 60+ Games and Assessment Tools to Support Learning and Retention

In Math Fact Fluency, experts Jennifer Bay-Williams and Gina Kling offer everything a teacher needs to teach, assess, and communicate with parents about basic math fact instruction.

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STEM Leadership: How Do I Create a STEM Culture in My School? (ASCD Arias)   Engineering Essentials for STEM Instruction: Engineering and Its Role in STEM   Lesson Imaging in Math and Science: Anticipating Student Ideas and Questions for Deeper STEM Learning   Digital Learning Strategies: How do I assign and assess 21st century work? (ASCD Arias)

STEM Leadership (ASCD Arias)

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Engineering Essentials for STEM Instruction (ASCD Arias)

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  • Lesson Imaging in Mathematics and Science with Michelle Stephan, David Pugalee, Julie Cline, and Chris Cline (October 27, 2016)
  • Creating and Supporting Classrooms Where Mathematics Makes Sense with Cathy Seeley (July 7, 2016)
  • Virtual Learning Network Mathematics Webinars with Nanci Smith (March 12, 2015)
  • Virtual Learning Network Science Webinars with Jason Flom (March 11, 2015)

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ASCD myTeachSource

In the ASCD myTeachSource® topic pack STEM in All Classrooms, you'll find teacher-driven articles, videos, checklists, rubrics, and more.

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PD In Focus

Designed with both blended and group learning in mind, the PD In Focus® platform channel STEM features videos, resources, and strategies to show examples of special schools that focus on educating students of all ages on STEM.

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Our award-winning PD Online® courses are interactive, in-depth, and self-paced online professional development courses for educators. Explore these courses, or browse the online course catalog for more options.

  • STEM for All
  • The Next Generation Science Standards: An Introduction
  • Literacy Strategies: Mathematics
  • Literacy Strategies: Science

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The Innovators: STEM Your School DVD - ASCDThe Innovators: STEM Your School

See examples and find inspiration for improving STEM instruction as you visit an elementary school, a middle school, and a high school that are focused on educating, engaging, and exciting all of their students in STEM subjects.

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Experts & Events

ASCD Faculty members are available for on-site capacity-building professional development on STEM. ASCD can design a precise professional development plan, organized around our field-tested solutions, with a focus on the education foundations that make sense for you.

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ASCD Conferences, One-, Two-, and Three-Day Institutes, and other special events may feature sessions about STEM.

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