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This online synchronous course unpacks the elements of high-quality instructional materials (HQIMs), defined by the MA Department of Education and curricular materials exhibiting a coherent sequence of lessons that target learning of grade...

In this online synchronous course, students unpack the elements of high-quality performance assessments that allow learners to demonstrate the knowledge and skills they have gained through a variety of methods. Approaches to grading and feedback to...

This online synchronous course explores the differences between formal and informal (out-of-school-time) PreK-12 education. Students will review the role of informal STEM education on learners’ motivation and aspiration towards STEM majors and...

In this online synchronous course students will review several theories related to teamwork and collaboration and the translation of these theories into successful practices in STEM education classes and the school as a workplace. Theories and...

This online synchronous course explores key topics in the forefront of STEM education research and practice. Course offerings will change regularly and may include topics such as integrated STEM through robotics, Storyline model of teaching and...

Policy evaluation involves the development of evaluation questions, the research designs, and the data analysis to answer the questions. Students will learn the assessment of the needs and concerns of stakeholders, the knowledge of analytical tools...

Students enrolled in this online synchronous course complete an individual capstone project for the Integrated STEM program. This course serves as a practical integration of knowledge and skills. Students will define a STEM education related problem...

This graduate qualifying project can be completed individually or in teams, is to be carried out in cooperation with a sponsor or external partner. It must be overseen by a faculty member affiliated with the Integrated STEM program. This offering...

The online synchronous thesis course consists of an individual research and development project (including action research) advised by a faculty member affiliated with the Program. A thesis proposal must be approved by the Integrated STEM program’s...

A seminar will be developed and facilitated by the STEM Education Center’s members and/or adjunct faculty (with the STEM Education Center) who have extensive research and teaching experience in PreK-12 classrooms. This online synchronous course is...