Article Title

How Does Training From a STEM Elementary Education Program Influence an Elementary Teacher’s Instruction and Experiences?

Authors

Courtney G. Mayakis, Campbell UniversityFollow
Jessica R. Robinson, University of North Carolina at CharlotteFollow
John Williams III, University of North Carolina at CharlotteFollow

Abstract

In the United States, innovation and our economy seem to be lacking in comparison to other countries. Many cite the shortage of individuals interested in STEM careers as part of the problem. The following research article addresses how STEM programs may influence the efficacy and practice of curriculum integration as well as the mathematics and science instruction of teachers in elementary education. Data were collected using interviews and taped instruction from an elementary educator who graduated from a STEM-focused elementary program. This exploratory case study will aid in understanding how preservice programs focusing on STEM-integrated curriculum in elementary education can have a positive or negative influence on teachers’ understanding and implementation of STEM-integrated curriculum.

Recommended Citation

Mayakis, Courtney G.; Robinson, Jessica R.; and Williams, John III (2018) "How Does Training From a STEM Elementary Education Program Influence an Elementary Teacher’s Instruction and Experiences?," Journal of STEM Teacher Education: Vol. 53: Iss. 1, Article 5.
Available at: https://ir.library.illinoisstate.edu/jste/vol53/iss1/5