Integrated STEM Professional Learning for K-5
RI Department of Education is seeking K-5 educators who would like to increase their understanding of STEM concepts and develop instructional methods that connect Integrated STEM instruction to their classroom practice.  This program is being developed and facilitated by mathematics, science, and technology education faculty members from Rhode Island College.

The objectives of this professional learning opportunity are to:
• Develop pedagogy and routines that support student-centered STEM instruction.
• Expand educator knowledge of STEM related standards for their grade span.
• Build teacher confidence and conceptual understanding of fundamental STEM topics.
• Design and implement an Integrated STEM project that augments the high-quality curriculum materials.

Program will include in-person professional learning on July 10-14 and July 17-21 (50 hours). In the 2023-2024 school year, teachers will plan and implement an Integrated STEM project with their students and continue to meet with their cohort monthly during the academic year.  The program will culminate with a Capstone session where participants will share the Integrated STEM project that was implemented and student outcomes.  Upon successful completion of the program, participants will receive a certificate for Professional Learning Units (PLUs), and the option of a $600 stipend or 3 graduate credits from RI College.  

Requirements for participation:
• Hold a valid Elementary Educator Certification.
• Currently employed full time as a K-5 educator.
• Attend and participate in all professional learning sessions.
• Design and implement an Integrated STEM project with students.
• Evaluate student experiences and share outcomes in Capstone Presentation.

Applications will be reviewed until all seats are filled.

Questions can be addressed to Carolyn.Higgins@ride.ri.gov 
Email *
Name *
Contact number *
School District *
School Name *
Name of Principal *
Email of Principal *
If you are accepted into this program, will you be able to implement an integrated STEM project with your students in the 2023-2024 school year? *
If you responded maybe, please explain what might limit you from implementing a project.
Which grade level are you scheduled to teach in the 2023-2024 school year? *
How many years have you been a K-5 teacher *
What curriculum materials will you be using for mathematics instruction in the 2023-2024 school year? *
What curriculum materials will you be using for science instruction in the 2023-2024 school year? *
STEM Experience
Previous professional learning in STEM is not required.  In order to have an understanding of the background of participants, please provide us with information on your previous professional learning in STEM areas:
In the last 10 years, how many hours of professional learning have you participated in for each subject/topic? *
none
1-5 hours
6-10 hours
11-15 hours
16-20 hours
more than 20 hours
Mathematics
Science/NGSS
Computer Science/coding
Integrated STEM
Making/makerspaces
Problem-based-learning
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