scholarly journals Science Communication Through STEAM: Professional Development and Flipped Classrooms in the Digital Age

2021 ◽  
pp. 107554702110385
Author(s):  
Joseph Roche ◽  
Laura Bell ◽  
Ian Martin ◽  
Fiona Mc Loone ◽  
Amanda Mathieson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Summer School ◽  
Science Communication ◽  
Flipped Classroom ◽  
Informal Science Learning ◽  
Learning Space ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Global Pandemic ◽  
Flipped Classrooms ◽  
And Mathematics

STEAM is the term given to a growing field of research and practice that integrates arts into traditional science, technology, engineering, and mathematics subjects. It is also the name of a science communication summer school that has evolved from a conventional in-person professional development opportunity to a blended informal science learning space with a flipped classroom approach. This article charts that development and includes perspectives from several science communicators who participated in in-person and online versions of the STEAM schools. The future of professional development in science communication is considered in light of the changes caused by the COVID-19 global pandemic.

scholarly journals STEMroller: smashing stereotypes

2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (01) ◽  
pp. C06
Author(s):  
Helen Bayram ◽  
Karen Ironside
Keyword(s):  
Science Communication ◽  
Roller Derby ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Do It Yourself ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Memorable Event

STEMroller events disrupt stereotypes surrounding STEM professionals within a neglected space in science communication; a sports hall. Roller derby inspired STEMroller, both the do-it-yourself culture and creating a space for women and genderqueer people to be themselves. Over 100 female and non-binary STEM professionals volunteered to put this event together for students aged 11–19. STEMroller includes networking with people from over 30 science, technology engineering and mathematics industries, watching roller derby and trying it out — albeit in socks not on wheels. STEMroller uses a pool of engaged volunteers to create a unique and memorable event. Feedback after the event was hugely positive.

The Flipped K-12 Classroom

2016 ◽  
pp. 38-51 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vanessa P. Dennen ◽  
Jonathan Michael Spector
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Flipped Classroom ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Classroom Activities ◽  
Internet Resources ◽  
The Usa ◽  
Flipped Classrooms ◽  
The Many ◽  
K 12

New technologies are changing how best to support and facilitate learning in primary and secondary education. Many of these new technologies are available through the Internet, which is an important resource for learning and instruction at all levels and in nearly all contexts. Among the changes that are occurring is the possibility of integrating Internet resources into curricula, which are often linked to mandated standards in schools in the USA and other countries. Among the many possibilities of leveraging these classrooms is the concept of flipping the classroom so that primary presentations of content take place outside the classroom, with classroom activities focused on practice, interaction and feedback. To make a flipped classroom successful requires training teachers about technology integration, providing ongoing professional development, and developing supportive school and home environments with strong educational leadership. The focus of this chapter is on the needs and requirements involved in making flipped classrooms successful learning experiences for students.

Exploring the YouTube science communication gender gap: A sentiment analysis

2018 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 68-84 ◽  
Author(s):  
Inoka Amarasekara ◽  
Will J Grant
Keyword(s):  
Gender Gap ◽  
Science Communication ◽  
Web Search ◽  
Gap Analysis ◽  
Popular Science ◽  
Video Content ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Significant Interest ◽  
Content Popularity ◽  
And Mathematics

YouTube has become the second most popular web search engine (see Alexa.com ) and the primary website for individuals and organisations to freely distribute video content. Popularity statistics indicate that Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics–related content is of significant interest to YouTube audiences, yet analysis of the 391 most popular science, engineering and mathematics–themed channels reveals a conspicuous absence of female communicators, with the hosts of just 32 of these channels presenting as female. To help understand potential causes of this gap, analysis was conducted on popularity indicators and audience sentiments of 450 videos from 90 Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics–related channels. Female hosted channels were found to accumulate more comments per view, and significantly higher proportions of appearance, hostile, critical/negative and sexist/sexual commentary.

scholarly journals Linking Science and Technology with Arts and the Next Generation—The Experimental Artist Residency “STEAM Imaging”

Leonardo ◽  
2019 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bianka Hofmann
Keyword(s):  
Science Communication ◽  
Pilot Project ◽  
Sound Art ◽  
Computer Assisted ◽  
Future Technology ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
R Project ◽  
Collaborative Engagement ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Plaster Models

The author describes why and how she designed an artist-in-residence (a-i-r) project within a research institute for applied science as a dialog-oriented form of science communication (sci-com). Together with scientist Sabrina Haase, artist Yen Tzu Chang, software architect Alexander Köhn, and sound designer David Black, the author realized the “STEAM Imaging” pilot project as a conceptual framework for fostering meaningful collaborative engagement of pupils, scientists, and an artist. The project connects tools for computer-assisted medicine with teaching topics from the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), programming for sound art, creating plaster models, as well as discussions on ethical topics. The aim was to foster the engagement and ownership of future technology by examining enhanced paths of STEM education, breaking down barriers between disciplines, and exploring flexible forms of learning and cooperation.

Partnerships for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education and Career Prosperity

2019 ◽  
pp. 337-349
Author(s):  
Chih-Che Tai ◽  
Ryan Andrew Nivens ◽  
Karin J. Keith
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Professional Development ◽  
Nonprofit Organizations ◽  
Development Projects ◽  
Local School ◽  
Business Partners ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Career Opportunities ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
The Impact

The purpose of this chapter is to report on partnerships between local school agents, business partners, institutes of higher education, and nonprofit organizations that promote science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) activities that enhance career opportunities for students. The authors share the importance of these partnerships as well as the benefits that result for all members. In addition to describing the benefits of the partnerships, the authors lay out techniques used to manage and develop partnerships. Most importantly, the authors share the outcomes of these partnerships, including professional development projects rooted in the work between the member partners. The chapter provides data about the impact of these partnerships on students' academic achievement and concludes with recommendations and suggestions to develop and sustain partnerships.

Strategies to Increase Representation of Students with Disabilities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

2015 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 89 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeffry L. White ◽  
G.H. Massiha
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
College Students ◽  
Students With Disabilities ◽  
College Attendance ◽  
Persons With Disabilities ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
Personal Services ◽  
College Students With Disabilities ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Integrated Program

As a nation wrestles with the need to train more professionals, persons with disabilities are undereducated and underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The following project was proposed to increase representation of students with disabilities in the STEM disciplines. The program emphasizes an integrated program of interventions for college students with disabilities (SwD) majoring in STEM which centers on a system of continuous student monitoring with rapid access to academic and personal services, as well as professional development and degree enhancing experiences supplied during the entire period of college attendance.

scholarly journals Teaching Assistant Professional Development in Biology: Designed for and Driven by Multidimensional Data

2014 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 212-223 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sara A. Wyse ◽  
Tammy M. Long ◽  
Diane Ebert-May
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Evaluation Framework ◽  
Multidimensional Data ◽  
Graduate Teaching ◽  
Learner Centered ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Undergraduate Science ◽  
Reported Data ◽  
Direct Measures

Graduate teaching assistants (TAs) are increasingly responsible for instruction in undergraduate science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) courses. Various professional development (PD) programs have been developed and implemented to prepare TAs for this role, but data about effectiveness are lacking and are derived almost exclusively from self-reported surveys. In this study, we describe the design of a reformed PD (RPD) model and apply Kirkpatrick's Evaluation Framework to evaluate multiple outcomes of TA PD before, during, and after implementing RPD. This framework allows evaluation that includes both direct measures and self-reported data. In RPD, TAs created and aligned learning objectives and assessments and incorporated more learner-centered instructional practices in their teaching. However, these data are inconsistent with TAs’ self-reported perceptions about RPD and suggest that single measures are insufficient to evaluate TA PD programs.

scholarly journals Enhancing Thai In-service Teachers’ Perceptions of STEM Education with Tablet-based Professional Development

2018 ◽  
Vol 14 (10) ◽  
pp. 13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sasithep Pitiporntapin ◽  
Panuvit Chantara ◽  
Wachira Srikoom ◽  
Prasart Nuangchalerm ◽  
Lisa M. Hines
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Stem Education ◽  
Basic Education ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Educational Approach ◽  
Teachers Perceptions ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Stem Teaching ◽  
Do So

National efforts in Thailand are currently focused on promoting STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education in order to better prepare the future generations to be an effective and productive workforce. In accordance with this mission, the goal of this research is to develop a tablet-based professional development (PD) program to enhance in-service teachers’ perceptions of STEM education, which will directly affect both their decision to incorporate STEM, as well as their ability to effectively do so in their own classroom. To assess the efficacy of the PD program, we recruited 240 STEM and non-STEM teachers from basic education schools in Thailand to participate in the program. The activities in this program were divided into three parts: 1) increasing knowledge about STEM education, 2) providing demonstrations of STEM teaching, and 3) developing STEM-based lessons. Data were collected throughout the tablet-based PD program from focus group discussion sessions, pre-post questionnaires, and informal interviews. Data were analyzed using content analysis. The findings revealed that before participating in the tablet-based PD program, the majority of participants had limited knowledge on STEM education and were uncertain on how to integrate STEM into their instructional practices. They also had difficulty with connecting the different STEM disciplines in their activities. Although they were interested in implementing the STEM educational approach, they lacked confidence on how to accomplish this. After completing the tablet-based PD program, many participants had a much better understanding of STEM education and greater confidence with implementing STEM pedagogical approaches.

scholarly journals STEM Faculty as Learners in Pedagogical Reform and the Role of Research Articles as Professional Development Opportunities

2016 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. es8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amy B. Mulnix
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Education Reform ◽  
Stem Education ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Pedagogical Change ◽  
Emergent Learning ◽  
Science Technology ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Stem Education Reform

Discipline-based education research (DBER) publications are opportunities for professional development around science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education reform. Learning theory tells us these publications could be more impactful if authors, reviewers, and editors pay greater attention to linking principles and practice. This approach, which considers faculty as learners and STEM education reform as content, has the potential to better support faculty members because it promotes a deeper understanding of the reasons why a pedagogical change is effective. This depth of understanding is necessary for faculty members to successfully transfer new knowledge to their own contexts. A challenge ahead for the emergent learning sciences is to better integrate findings from across sister disciplines; DBER reports can take a step in that direction while improving their usefulness for instructors.

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