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Counselor & Administrator Conference
March 29, 2012
The Urgency forThe Urgency forSTEM Education
The State of the Nation
“… We projects an annual need of 400,000 college graduates in STEM 400,000 college graduates in STEM majors to remain competitive in the global marketplace.”
National Business Roundtable
“ … Of the 4 million 9th graders who begantheir high school careers on 2004, only
The State of the Nation
their high school careers on 2004, only4% (167,000) will graduate in 2012 witha bachelors degree in a STEM major.”
National Center for Education Statistics
The STEM Pipeline
4,000,000 9th graders
EqualEqual167,000 BS degrees in STEM
(4%)
What Does the Research What Does the Research Show?
A Few Factoids• Ninety-three percent of US public school students in fifththrough eighth grade are taught physical science by ateacher without a degree or certificate in physical science(the rate is 69% for math).(the rate is 69% for math).
• The US ranks 20th in high school completion rate amongindustrialized nations (1.2 million dropouts per year).
• The lifetime earnings gap between those with a highschool education and those with a college degree is estimated to be $1,000,000.
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“… While only four percent of the nation’s workforce is composed of scientists and engineers, this group scientists and engineers, this group disproportionately creates jobs for the other 96 percent.”
The National Academies
“ … Access to talent has replaced access tocapital as the key competitive differentiatorin American industry.”
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in American industry.”
ManpowerGroup
“ … Over the past third of a century, ALL ofthe net job growth in America has beengenerated by positions that require at
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generated by positions that require atleast some post-secondary education.”
Harvard Graduate School of Education
“ … On standardized tests administerednationally, little improvement has beenobserved over the past 40 years. This in
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observed over the past 40 years. This inspite of a 7-fold increase in inflation-adjustedspending per student …”
The National Academies
Clear Focus and Direction
To ensure that America succeeds in the increasingly high-tech and high-skill
Vision
To ignite the spark of ingenuity,creativity and
Mission
tech and high-skill global economy by partnering with middle schools and high schools to prepare students to be the most innovative and productive in the world.
creativity and imagination within all of our students.
PLTW is the nation’s leading provider of STEM Education
Students are provided with a foundation and
a proven path tocollege and career
Programs are dynamic, rigorousand emphasize creativity
Programs
college and career readiness
Students are highly engaged and exposed to typically non-pursued
areas of study
Programs offer students real world problem solving andcritical thinking skills
creativity
8,200
10,000
Continuous Growth and Achievement
PLTW continues to grow at a compound annual rate greater than 20%
• Founded by Richard Blais and Richard Liebich
• Started in 11 schools in upstate New York
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7651,075
1,492
2,068
2,814
3,470
4,050
5,100
6,550
1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
• Today, PLTW serves 500,000 students
• Adopted by districts in all 50 states
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363PLTW Program Growth
and Projection
Wisconsin2011
36
65
99118
169
203
2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
424
326 324
Total PLTW Program Implementations
Top Ten States2012
326 324301 299
272
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190 183 183
IN CA TX WI OH NY MN MO SC IL
�Learning the Engineering Design Process
�Solving an open-ended problem
�Building proficiency with a complex app.
�Working on a team to develop a solution
�Using the internet to gather data
�Preparing a portfolio of accomplishments
Curriculum ProgramsCurriculum Programs
Curriculum Programs
Technology Program
• Middle School: Gateway To Technology– 6 units
Engineering Program
• High School: Pathway To Engineering– 8 courses
Biomedical Sciences Program• High School: Biomedical Sciences
– 4 courses
Gateway To Technology Program
Foundation Units• Design and Modeling
• Automation and Robotics
• Energy and the Environment• Energy and the Environment
Specialization Units• Flight and Space
• Science of Technology
• Magic of Electrons
• Green Architecture
Gateway To Technology Program
Summary of Program Requirements
• All GTT courses are designed as nine-week units
• Schools may offer units from grades six, seven, or eight in a manner they determine reasonable and eight in a manner they determine reasonable and appropriate for their school
• The minimum implementation is two units
• Units may be offered as a science curriculum or as an elective offering
Pathway to Engineering Program
Foundation Courses• Introduction to Engineering Design
• Principles Of Engineering
Specialization Courses• Aerospace Engineering• Aerospace Engineering
• Biotechnical Engineering
• Civil Engineering and Architecture
• Computer Integrated Manufacturing
• Digital Electronics
Capstone Course• Engineering Design and Development
Pathway to Engineering Program
Summary of Program Requirements
• Schools must offer a minimum of three PLTW courses– The two foundation courses plus one additional– The two foundation courses plus one additional
• Concurrent enrollment in college preparatory mathematics is required
• All courses are year-long courses
• Schools may determine their own implementation sequence
Biomedical Sciences Program
Foundation Courses• Principles of the Biomedical Sciences
• Human Body Systems
• Medical Interventions• Medical Interventions
Capstone Course• Biomedical Innovation
Biomedical Sciences Program
Summary of Program Requirements
• Schools must offer a minimum of three courses.
• Courses are sequential.
• All PLTW courses require concurrent enrollment in • All PLTW courses require concurrent enrollment in college preparatory mathematics and science courses.
• All PLTW courses are designed as year-long courses on a standard 45-50 minute schedule.
Specialization Course
Capstone Course
Chemistry Algebra 2
Pre-CalculusScience Elective12
11
S T E M
Course
Physics
Biology
Foundation Course
Foundation Course
Algebra
Geometry
11
10
9
Professional DevelopmentProfessional Development
Professional Development
Counselors and Administrators
State Leaders and Affiliates
Teachers
readiness trainingDesigned to develop a baseline for all teachers prior to attending Core Training through the assessment of skill sets and delivery of any necessary remedial training.
core trainingLovingly referred to as PLTW’s “boot camp,” this intense training focuses on the PLTW teaching model and course content.
PLTW Summer TrainingTypical Core Training Session
Gateway To Technology (GTT) FoundationGateway To Technology (GTT) FoundationPrinciples of the Biomedical Sciences (PBS)Introduction To Engineering Design (IED)Principles Of Engineering (POE)Human Body Systems (HBS)Civil Engineering & Architecture (CEA)
ongoing trainingDesigned to provide additional training for additional training for teachers to further their understanding of related course tools, content, and concepts after the completion of Core Training.
ResourcesResources
Getting Started References
School Locator
WISCONSIN
STEMSTEM
PATHWAYS
Project-Based LearningProject-Based Learning
The 19th Century Classroom
The 20th Century Classroom
The 21st Century Classroom
From the student’s perspective …
� Little horizontal integration� Little relevance to what is real for the student� Little opportunity to innovate� Little opportunity to innovate� Little opportunity to collaborate or team� Little recognition of the links to careers� Little opportunity for leadership
The PLTW Classroom
From the student’s perspective …
� Fully integrated STEM curriculum� Open-ended problems involving real issues� Innovation is always encouraged� Innovation is always encouraged� Team collaborate is routing� Career exploration in every unit� Leadership is embedded
PartnershipsPartnerships
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Strategic Business and Philanthropic Partners
FOUNDATIONSEDUCATION
INITIATIVESSPONSORSHIPS
BUSINESS
PARTNERS
SustainabilitySustainability
"PLTW is preparing students today to be the innovators of the future. For California to remain the innovation leader it is critical for our students to enter into the workforce pipeline that have not only math, science and engineering skills, but are also able to solve problems, work as a team and take risks. PLTW is a program that gives the students the tools they need to compete in the global marketplace.”
- Michael Jacobsen, Intel Corporation
“PLTW’s track record of preparing students for college engineering programs is unparalleled.”
- Jim Knots, Lockheed Martin
“Project Lead The Way plays a vital role in recruiting middle and high school students into engineering fields by offering the resources and professional development needed to support a rigorous pre-engineering curriculum.”
- Thomas H. Lane, American Chemical Society
The U.S. Department of Education recommends
PLTW as “[A]n exemplary program for integrating rigorous and relevant STEM curricula and professional
development and improving student achievement in mathematics, science, and English language arts.”
- Thomas H. Lane, American Chemical Society
“PLTW makes the connection between theory and practice that helps generate interest in math and science and increase overall academic performance.”
- Dr. Ronald Bennett, Minnesota Center for Engineering & Manufacturing Excellence
“PLTW is one of the most effective science, technology, engineering, and math programs in the country. We haven’t seen another program that engages students the way PLTW does.”
- Jim Rah, Kern Family Foundation
We endorsed PLTW because of the network’s “proven curricula and teacher training that allow schools to both improve technical education and excite students about careers in technology fields.”
- Lawrence P. Farrell, National Defense Industry Association
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton called PLTW “[A] promising program that is both changing the lives of middle and high school students nationwide and helping
to build a workforce that meets the needs of the 21st century.”
Sustainability
• Partnerships– Federal, State, and Local
• Purchasing Power– Equipment, Supplies, and Software
• Program Quality• Program Quality– School Certification
• Assessment and Evaluation– Student, Course, and Program
Vulnerabilities
• Failure to read the contract
• Making tech support your best friend
• The “one-man” program
• The “out-year” budget• The “out-year” budget
• Briefing the boss
• Planning for student recruiting
• Connecting with industry
• Quality, quality, quality
Focus on GenderFocus on Gender
Bright spots:
� St. Joan Antida HS – 100% female participation� Milwaukee Public Schools – 45% female participation� New Glarus 7-12 – All 7th & 8th grade students participate
Nationally:
� Female participation is approximately 17%� Male and female achievement on end-of-course exams
is equal in all courses
74% of girls saythey have aninterest in STEM
BUT,only 13% sayonly 13% saythey wouldpursue acareer inSTEM.
What’s being done?�Coupling gender equity to program certification� A point of emphasis at every Conference� PhD level research on best practices� PhD level research on best practices� Programmatic focus on younger students� Specialized programs for girls
� Summer Gateway Academy� After school girl’s clubs� Mom’s night out
What’s at stake?
� Economic Security.� Environmental Security.� Environmental Security.� National Security.� Public Health.
High School CertificationHigh School Certification
• Schools know their alignment with program quality standards.
• Schools receive national and local recognition.
• Students have access to college credit.
Benefits of Certification
• Students have access to college credit.
• Teachers are eligible to become PLTW master teachers.
1. Download certification documents.
2. Form a committee.
3. Submit self assessment document.
4. Schedule site visit.
The Process
4. Schedule site visit.
5. Execute certification visit.
6. Affiliate prepares report.
7. Celebrate success.
• What the visit team would like to do� In-brief and out-brief with program leaders
�Meet with counselors, teachers, parents, students
� Perform a classroom observation
Preparing for the Visit
• What the visit team would like to see� Instructional and prep spaces
� Examples of student portfolios and notebooks
� Evidence of software use
� Evidence of partnership team meetings
� Evidence of student participation in college prep math
• Certified – meets all quality standards and conforms to network agreement
• Provisionally Certified – One or more required
Certification Outcomes
standard is not met, students may pursue college credit, school does not receive a banner
• Probation – School does not make reasonable progress to address deficiencies, may result in removal from network
Undergraduate CreditUndergraduate Credit
Student Responsibility
� Attend a Wisconsin PLTW certified high school � Earn a B or better in a PLTW course� Complete a course portfolio� Complete a course portfolio� Score 70% or higher on the end-of-course exam� Submit an application for undergraduate credit
School Responsibility
� Become a Wisconsin PLTW certified school.� Register all PLTW students.� Comply with end-of-course testing procedures.� Comply with end-of-course testing procedures.� Submit end-of-course exam score report.� Distribute student course portfolios.
Application Procedure
� Student submits credit application.� Student pays application fee.� MSOE verifies student performance.� MSOE verifies student performance.� The MSOE Registrar prepares the transcript.
PLTW Course Name MSOE
Course
MSOE Course Name Quarter
Credits
Principles of Engineering
(POE)
GE-1001 General Engineering:
Principles of Engineering
3
Introduction to
Engineering Design (IED)
GE-1002 General Engineering:
Introduction to
Engineering Design
3
Digital Electronics (DE) GE-1003 General Engineering:
Digital Electronics
3
Computer Integrated GE-1004 General Engineering: 3Computer Integrated
Manufacturing (CIM)
GE-1004 General Engineering:
Computer Integrated
Manufacturing
3
Civil Engineering and
Architecture (CEA)
GE-1006 General Engineering: Civil
Engineering and
Architecture
3
Aerospace Engineering
(AE)
GE-1007 General Engineering:
Aerospace Engineering
3
Biotechnical Engineering
(BE)
GE-1008 General Engineering:
Biotechnical Engineering
3
PLTW Course Name MSOE Course MSOE Course Name Quarter
Credits
Principles of
Biomedical Sciences
(PBS)
BI-1001 Biology: Principles of
Biomedical Sciences
3
(PBS)
Human Body Systems
(HBS)
BI-1002 Biology: Human Body
Systems
3
Medical Interventions
(MI)
GE-1003 Biology: Medical
Interventions
3
Is more likely to:� Have a firm career plan
�Miss fewer days of school
�Demonstrate higher achievement in math
�Pursue a STEM major in college
�Score higher on national assessments
�Demonstrate higher achievement in math
�Be more competitive for admissions
IGNITING IMAGINATION AND
INNOVATION THROUGH INNOVATION THROUGH LEARNING
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QuestionsSteve SalterAffiliate DirectorProject Lead The Way – [email protected]
Mary Ellen AspensonAffiliate AdministratorProject Lead The Way - [email protected]
