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Preparing for STEM and STEM Success
A literate nation not only reads. It computes, investigates and innovates.-Change the Equation
Phil Hampton, Ph.D.Chemistry ProfessorDirector, HSI-STEM GrantCSU Channel [email protected](805) 437-8869
Topics
What is STEM? STEM Careers STEM Preparation for Higher Education and
Challenges– K-12 education– Community college education
STEM Success
What is STEM?
STEM stands for…– Science– Technology– Engineering– Mathematics
STEM Areas
Biological Sciences Chemistry/ Biochemistry Computer & Information Science Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer,
etc.) Environmental Science Geosciences (Geology, Astronomy) Mathematics Physics
http://stemcareer.com/
Excellent STEM Resource #1
STEM resources useful to Counselors, Students, Parents and Educators
Rich Feller, Professor of Counseling and Career Development, Colorado State University
http://www.stemconnector.org/
STEMconnector® works closely with corporations and other organizations to provide them with a set of tools and resources that support their corporate development, corporate structure and smart STEM investments.
Excellent STEM Resource #2
http://www.bls.gov/careeroutlook/2014/spring/art01.pdf
http://cs.calvin.edu/documents/computing_careers
Future STEM Employment
http://www.esa.doc.gov/sites/default/files/reports/documents/stemfinalyjuly14_1.pdf
http://changetheequation.org
Excellent STEM Resource #3
Change the Equation works at the intersection of business and education to ensure that all students are STEM literate by collaborating with schools, communities, and states to adopt and implement excellent STEM policies and programs.
Job Opportunities in STEM in CA
Vital Signs, September 2012: www.changetheequation.org
STEM Preparation and Challenges
CHALLENGE #1: WE NEED TO INCREASE K-16 STUDENT INTEREST IN STEM AND BROADEN THEIR UNDERSTANDING OF STEM CAREERS
Perceptions of STEM
STEM Careers
CHALLENGE #2: WE NEED TO IMPROVE THE PREPARATION OF K-12 STUDENTS, ESPECIALLY OUR UNDER-SERVED STUDENTS
33rd in Math26th in Science
1st in Math1st in Science
“The 2012 Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) test examined 44 countries’ students’ problem-solving abilities — American students landed just above the average, but they still scored below many other developed countries, including Britain, Singapore, Korea, Japan, China and Canada.”
Vince Bertram President and CEOProject Lead The Way, Inc.
Weak Problem-Solving Skills
Mathematics Readiness is Weak
The Nation’s Report Card, National Assessment of Educational Progress, http://www.nationsreportcard.gov/
Strong Math Preparation: A Requirement for Success in STEM
Advanced math courses: greater factor in college success than family background
Math beyond Algebra II: double chances of obtaining B.A.
Necessary preparation of many college courses, including physics, chemistry and even biology.”
http://www.futurereadyproject.org/sites/frp/files/Achieve-MathWorks-FactSheet-All%20StudentsNeedAdvancedMath.pdf
STEM High School Preparation Curriculum
– Four years of high school mathematics– Four years of high school science
Physics Chemistry Biology Earth Science
– Strong oral and written communication skills
Math Preparation for STEM
http://www.mathismore.net/resources/Future_of_High_School_Math_Report.pdf
Core Courses in STEM
Applied PhysicsComputer ScienceInformation TechnologyMathematics
BiologyEnvironmental Science andResource Management
Chemistry
CHALLENGE #3: WE NEED TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF STEM GRADUATES AND RETAIN THEM
Educational Pipeline
Vital Signs, September 2012: www.changetheequation.org
STEM Attrition
48% Bachelor’s and 69% of Associate’s degree students left STEM (2003 – 2009)
Approximately half of these “STEM Leavers” switched to a non-STEM major
Male or lower-income background students had a higher probability of leaving by dropping out of college vs. female and higher-income
STEM Attrition: College Students’ Paths Into and Out of STEM Fields: U.S. Department of Education, 2013.
Factors Correlating with Switching to Non-STEM
Lighter course loads Taking less-challenging math courses Performing poorly in entry STEM courses Accumulating larger numbers of withdrawn/
failed STEM credits
STEM Attrition: College Students’ Paths Into and Out of STEM Fields: U.S. Department of Education, 2013.
CHALLENGE #4: WE NEED TO DIVERSIFY STEM GRADUATES
The State of Latinos in California Higher Education, The Campaign for College Opportunity, 2013
STEM Success
Preparing Students for Success in College
1. Strong cognitive strategies, e.g. analysis, reasoning and argumentation, and interpretation.
2. Strong content knowledge and skills developed by studying English, math, and science.
3. Academic behaviors that enable students to cope with the academic demands of college, such as self monitoring and study skills.
4. “College knowledge” of how the postsecondary system operates, e.g. process of college admissions, financial aid, and successful functioning in college.
http://www.americanprogress.org/issues/labor/report/2009/01/27/5411/improving-academic-preparation-for-college/
“Ingredients for Success” in STEM
The acquisition of knowledge, skills, and habits of mind;
Opportunities to put these into practice; A developing sense of competence, confidence, and
progress; Motivation to be in, a sense of belonging to, or self-
identification with the field; and Information about stages, requirements, and
opportunities.Expanding Underrepresented Minority Participation. National Research Council, 2011http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK83364/
Skills Needed for STEM Success
Persistence Reading, writing, and communication Basic mathematical skills, including the ability to do
word problems Ability to analyze and interpret statistical data Ability to use scientific method Orientation toward learning, good study skills, and
ability to take responsibility for one’s own education
Expanding Underrepresented Minority Participation. National Research Council, 2011http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK83364/
Technical writing Interpersonal communication Ability to explain complex concepts simply
http://www.iseek.org/careers/stemskills.html
Strong Communication Skills
STEM Pathways
100 & 200100 & 200Level CoursesLevel Courses
100, 200, & 300100, 200, & 300Level CoursesLevel Courses
300 & 400300 & 400Level CoursesLevel Courses
300 & 400300 & 400Level CoursesLevel Courses
FreshmenFreshmen
SophomoreSophomore
CommunityCommunityCollegeCollege
Coursework/ Coursework/ Transfer AA Transfer AA
DegreesDegrees
JuniorJunior
SeniorSenior
Transfer AA DegreesoComputer ScienceoMathematicsoPhysics
Resources for Success in College
Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation (LSAMP)
&Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)
MARC and RISESSSTRIOHSI-STEM
Thank you
Phil Hampton, Ph.D.Chemistry ProfessorDirector, HSI-STEM GrantCSU Channel [email protected](805) 437-8869