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Promoting STEM Education and Research
Elaine P. Scott, Fulbright ScholarDean, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and MathUniversity of Washington, Bothell
Introduction • Objectives
STEM Education & Research at UW Bothell
• UW Bothell Overview
• Collaborations
Strategies for Attracting & Retaining Students in STEM
• K-12
• Women in STEM
• 1st Generation Students
Lessons Learned
Overview
Objectives
1. What lessons can be learned from UW
Bothell?
2. What are some successful strategies to
get students involved in STEM?
Introduction • Objectives
STEM Education & Research at UW Bothell
• UW Bothell Overview
• Collaborations
Strategies for Attracting & Retaining Students in STEM
• K-12
• Women in STEM
• 1st Generation Students
Lessons Learned
Overview
A bit about the University of Washington Bothell
The UW is a multi-campus university in Seattle, Tacoma and Bothell, as well as a world-class academic medical center.
The Bothell and Tacoma campuses were founded 25 years ago.
The UW enrolls nearly 55,000 students with ~5,000 at Bothell, ~45,000 at Seattle, and ~4,500 at Tacoma.
Bothell is about 20 km northeast from Seattle, and Tacoma is just over 60 km southwest from Seattle.
A bit about the University of Washington Bothell –Fast Facts 2014-15
The UW Bothell has undergone rapid growth in the last five years
4,963 4,587 89% Headcount FTE Undergraduate
ENROLLMENT:
University of Washington Bothell –Fast Facts 2014-15, cont’d
DEMOGRAPHICS• 51% of incoming first years are first
generation college students
University of Washington Bothell –Fast Facts 2014-15, cont’d
EXTERNAL RANKINGS
• 1st in the state of Washington for the second year in a row• 2th for colleges that add the most value.• 11th among top public colleges.• 36th best college in the nation.• "dramatically outperforms its peers on graduation rates and alumni
financial success factors."
6th best bang for the buck.Washington MONTHLY "gives high marks to institutions that
contribute to society, enroll low-income students, help them graduate and don't charge a fortune to attend."
Quality, Affordability And Outcomes
Money Magazine
University of Washington Bothell – Fast Facts 2014-15, cont’d
• More than 45 degrees in all Schools• 14 degree programs in STEM • 33 New degrees in the past five years• New UG Education degree in 2015-16
FIVE SCHOOLS
The School of STEM was formed in 2013
1990: UWB Founded
1996: Computing & Software Systems program offers CS degrees
2009: Science & Technology Program formed
2010: Biology & Electrical Engineering Degrees offered
2013: School of STEM formed
DEGREE PROGRAMSThe number of Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) Students has increased over 80% in two years
Biological Sciences• Biology (BS)
Computing & Software Systems• Applied Computing (BA)• Computer Engineering (BS) (Joint with E&M)• Computer Science & Software Engr. (BS, MS)• Cyber Security Engineering (MS)• Interactive Media Design (BA) (Joint with IAS)
Engineering & Mathematics• Electrical Engineering (BS, MS)• Mathematics (BS)• Mechanical Engineering (BS)
Physical Sciences• Chemistry (BA, BS, BS with Biochem option)• Climate Science & Policy (BS)• Physics (BA, BS) (new)
Our vision and mission are based on four core values
Our mission is to support and promote excellence in
STEM research, scholarship, and education through
commitment to our core values
Our Vision is for the School of STEM to be a
leader in providing accessible, innovative,
and effective education and research that
promotes responsible engagement with our
world and society
The School of Educational Studies was formed in 2014
• K-8 Teacher Certification• Secondary and Middle Level Teacher Certification• Educational Studies (BA) (New!)• Master of Education degree• Leadership Development for Educators• Expanding Capacity for Special Education Leadership
The Education and Society MinorThe Education & Society Minor is intended to help students develop broad perspectives on the purposes and forms of education and schooling.
Teaching & Learning MinorThe Teaching and Learning Minor is for students in any major who want to strengthen their knowledge of teaching in schools or other community settings.
Minor in Diversity StudiesMinor in Diversity Studies is an option for students who want to explore key concepts related to power, identity, and difference, and to understand how historical and structural relations of power and difference shape social relations.
CERTIFICATE AND DEGREE PROGRAMS
MINORS
The School’s Vision focuses on the development of educators
THE VISIONAs a collaborative, scholarly and professional community, the University of Washington Bothell School of Educational Studies exists to develop and support educators who have the commitments and capabilities to promote the learning of all students in diverse contexts. We support interdisciplinary scholarship that explores the multifaceted dimensions of learning and schooling.
We give particular focus to • The purposes of education in a social and political
democracy• The responsibility of universities to collaborate with
community partners• The critical role of professional educators in supporting
equity in learning.
A number of collaborations have developed related to STEM Education & Research at UW Bothell
CURRICULUM: Science and mathematics degrees provide a pathway for secondary certification
SCHOOL OF STEM
SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL STUDIES
STEM provides various pathways for secondary teacher certification
Chemistry
Math
Physics
School of Educational Studies
Biology
Computer Science
School of STEMTeaching and
Learning MinorSecondary
Certification
In progress
New
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CONTENT
PEDAGOGY
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CS EndorsementSecondary Credential &
CS Endorsement
CTE Credential + Subject area
competency test
Computer Science: 4 Courses
Computer Science Pedagogy:1 Course
Applied Computing Degree BA
Teaching and Learning Minor
Computer Science Competency Test
CTE Credential + 2 CS Pedagogy
courses
Current Math & Physics Teachers
Freshmen & Transfer Students
Working Professionals
We also have collaborations around STEM education research at UW Bothell
RESEARCH: • BADGES: Motivating learning in informal science programs through a digital badge system
• Mathematics Visualization
SCHOOL OF STEM
SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL STUDIES
We have collaborated with regards to faculty hires
FACULTY: • New joint hire in Mathematics Education• STEM Associate Professor - Technology in Mathematics
Education with Adjunct in Educational Studies • Several former high school teachers on STEM faculty
SCHOOL OF STEM
SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL STUDIES
Introduction • Objectives
STEM Education & Research at UW Bothell
• UW Bothell Overview
• Collaborations
Strategies for Attracting & Retaining Students in STEM
• K-12
• Women in STEM
• 1st Generation Students
Lessons Learned
Overview
Strategies for Attracting Students to STEM: Strengthening K-12
HS Graduation Requirements:
SubjectRequirements
for Class of 2016
Career & College Ready
Grad. Requirements
Math 3 3
Science (w/o lab) 1 1
Science (w/ lab) 1 2
Career Concentration
0 2
In 2013, Washington State adapted the Next Generation Science Standards.It sets expectations each year for:• Physical science• Life science• Earth & space science• Engineering, technology &
science applications
Strategies for Attracting Students to STEM: Public-Private Partnerships
In 2011, Washington STEM was formed to tackle the skills gap in Washington with support from the business, education, and philanthropic communities.
Mission: Washington STEM advances excellence, equity, and innovation in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education for all Washington students.
Vision: Successful students. Thriving communities. And a vibrant Washington State.
Washington STEMhttp://www.washingtonstem.org/Why-Stem/The-Challenge#.VZ2j2aPn-Hs
Three target areas:
• STEM Innovation – Scaling breakthrough ideas & promising practices
• STEM Networks – Supporting community solutions, statewide
• STEM Policy – Supporting bold state leadership in STEM
Strategies for Attracting Students to STEM: Some sample projects funded by Washington STEM
Washington STEMhttp://www.washingtonstem.org/Our-Impact/Stem-in-
Action#.VagGv6Pn-Hu
NEXT GEN PIONEER: MIKE WIERUSZEngineering is now a part of science standards in Washington. Mike Wierusz, an engineer-turned-teacher, is tackling them head on at Inglemoor High School. He is pushing teams of students with real-world projects that tackle everything from designing a sustainable, epoxy-free snowboard to building water filtration systems for developing nations.
IGNITING A PASSION FOR STEM IN GIRLSWomen hold only 24% of STEM jobs. Reality BOOST! is summer program for middle
school students in Pasco, Washington that aims to spark a lifelong passion for STEM in girls. Girls work with computers to understand the way technology is changing the way
designers and engineers approach fashion, construction, and other careers.
Strategies for Attracting Students to STEM: STEM Schools
A number of STEM Schools have been developed
Tesla STEM High SchoolSciences, Math, Engineering, Technology, Humanities
& Social Sciences required through grade 12
6th -12th grades integrated, project based
curriculum
Technology Access Foundation (TAF)
Academy
Strategies for Attracting Students to STEM: Collaborations with the TAF Academy
WA STEM: ENGAGING STEM PROFESSIONALS TO INSPIRE THE
NEXT GENERATIONSTEM jobs are growing, but many students of color are not excited or prepared to pursue
them. TAF Academy is engaging STEM mentors to turn the tide. On a weekly basis, computer scientists and engineers bring their programming expertise to the classrooms
of TAF Academy, as part of the Teacher-Scientist Partnership (TSP) program.
MARTINEZ FOUNDATION FELLOWSHIPUW Bothell School of Educational Studies partners with the Edgar and Holli Martinez Foundation in the development of diverse and exceptional teachers in Washington schools. Martinez Fellows from UW Bothell are encouraged to complete their main student teaching experience at the TAF Academy.
http://themartinezfoundation.org/
Strategies for Attracting Students to STEM: FIRST Robotics
Goal: Inspire students to pursue careers in science and technologyHow: Create opportunities for students to engage in after school
team based robotics contests
Strategies for Attracting Students to STEM: Encouraging girls in STEM
University of Washington Bothellfor 5th - 8th Grade GirlsSaturday, October 10, 2015 | 11 to 4 p.m.
The Inspire Festival aims to get girls (and boys) excited and interested in careers in science and math
Strategies for Keeping Students in STEM: Recruitment of Faculty
UW Bothell has make an effort to increase faculty diversity
Thelma Madzima, PhDAssistant ProfessorPlant molecular and cellular biology, epigenetics
Hazeline Asuncion, Ph.D.Associate ProfessorComputer Science, software engineering
Tadesse Ghirmai, Ph.D.Assistant ProfessorElectrical Engineering
Lori Robbins, Ph.D.Assistant ProfessorBiochemistry
40% of our Computer Science Faculty are women
Strategies for Keeping Students in STEM: Living Learning Community at UW Bothell
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LIVING LEARNING COMMUNITY
Residential community for students interested in environmental, biological, and health sciences, as well us electrical engineering, math, physics, computing & software systems, and video game technology.
Strategies for Keeping Students in STEM: STARS – Redshirt Engineering Program
The STARS ProgramThe Washington STate Academic RedShirt - (STARS) program provides highly motivated students who are eligible for financial aid with a specialized first-year curriculum designed to build learning skills and academic preparation.
Introduction • Objectives
STEM Education & Research at UW Bothell
• UW Bothell Overview
• Collaborations
Strategies for Attracting & Retaining Students in STEM
• K-12
• Women in STEM
• 1st Generation Students
Lessons Learned
Overview
So what are some lessons to be learned from our experiences…
Collaborations between STEM and Educational Studies must be
intentional to be sustainable
It is important to think of STEM education in terms of Pre-K through 16 rather than K-12
Some lessons on collaborations between the Schools of STEM and Educational Studies:
Collaborations between faculty in both schools in developing
curriculum is essential
School of Educational Studies
School of STEM
So what are some lessons to be learned from our experiences…
We need to start early to encourage students into STEM; waiting for college
or even high school is too late
It is important to have a multi-faceted approach including K-12 schools, universities, government,
industry, and non-profits
Some lessons on attracting students into STEM:
Once students pursue STEM in college, universities must provide the support
needed for them to be successful
Thank you!
Elaine P. Scott, Fulbright ScholarDean, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and MathUniversity of Washington, Bothell