Professional Development
Empowering teachers with Technology, Engineering, and Coding excellence through comprehensive professional development.
🚀 Transform Your Teaching with STEMACES
Comprehensive PD Program
Participation in the STEMACES program includes a comprehensive professional development component designed to equip teachers with the skills and knowledge needed to effectively implement hands-on activities that incorporate Technology, Engineering, and Coding (TEC) into your existing science curriculum.
- 📚 Evidence-based curriculum integration
- 🎯 Hands-on TEC implementation strategies
- 👩🏫 Adult learning theory foundation
- 🔬 Science curriculum enhancement
- 💻 Technology confidence building
Collaborative professional development session
50
Hours Annually
1
Week Summer Institute
∞
Ongoing Support
🌟 Key Features of Our PD Program
Professional Development in Action
Six Key Features Overview
Our professional development program includes six essential components designed to support teacher growth and student success in STEM+C education.
- 🎓 Supportive Training - Summer institute + ongoing sessions
- 🔧 TEC & Computational Thinking integration
- 💡 Best Practices based on adult learning theory
- 🤝 Networked Improvement Community support
- 📈 Capacity Building for sustainable growth
- 🌍 Focused Supports for diverse learners
🎯 Goals of Our PD Program
Increase TEC Skills
Enhance teachers' Technology, Engineering, and Coding (TEC) capabilities for effective classroom integration
Train in Computational Thinking
Develop expertise in Computational Thinking (CT) concepts and practices for science instruction
Support Curriculum Implementation
Ensure teachers can implement the STEMACES curriculum with fidelity and confidence
Create Sustainable Networks
Build lasting communities of teachers and support staff to improve and expand STEM+C education