Teacher STEM Training program
The Teacher STEM Training program aims to:
- Enhance the STEM knowledge of Houston-area middle school math and science teachers at Title I schools
- Inspire new ways of delivering STEM content to students
- Engage teachers in sustained, research-based professional development opportunities and innovative instructional practices, all at no cost to the teacher
- Diversify the talent pool of future engineers
Aggie STELLAR, a Teacher STEM Training initiative in collaboration with Texas A&M, is now accepting applications for its summer program.
Key program activities
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Program objectives
- Increase STEM content knowledge of participating middle school teachers
- Develop pedagogical practices of STEM concepts in classrooms
- Prioritize collaboration and networking between teachers, universities, and industry
- Extend ongoing support to participating teachers
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Program structure and benefits
- University-based, one-year cohort program beginning in summer 2024 and ending in summer 2025
- 20-30 teachers selected for the inaugural cohort
- Regularly scheduled cohort meetings
- Participants complete aligned Khan Academy teacher modules
- Participants eligible for up to $7,000 in stipends
- Substitute teacher pay is covered
- Upon program completion, participants will earn 12 university credit hours and receive a STEM certificate
- Mentorship program
ExxonMobil Foundation STEM Connect Program
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