Increasing the competitive edge in math and science

Acknowledgments

1. A Call to Action

2. Partnerships Needed to Increase the Competitive Edge in Math and Science

3. Connecting K-16 STEM Initiative to State Science and Mathematics Curriculum

4. Student Interest: Choice and Achievement in Science and Mathematics

5. Building Capacity for Improving Teaching Quality

6. Professional Learning Communities

7. Engaging Higher Education Faculty in K-16 STEM Education Reform

8. Evaluating a Comprehensive Systemic Initiative to Improve K-16 Science and Mathematics Teaching and Learning

9. Bringing a K-16 STEM Initiative to Scale

10. Summary of Steps Necessary for Success

Appendix 2.1. PRISM Partnership Rubric

Appendix 2.2. PRISM Definition Document Example-Lead Teacher Roles and Responsibilities

Appendix 6.1. Professional Learning Community Rubric

Appendix 6.2. Definition of Professional Learning Community

Appendix 7.1. PRISM Strategy # 10-Implementation Framework: Elements for Change

Appendix 7.2. Definitions, Examples of Evidence, and Illustrative Cases for Work in the Schools Policy

References

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