Transforming Undergraduate STEM Education : Supporting Equitable and Effective Teaching.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.

Contributor:

Education, Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and.

Education, Board on Science.

Committee on Equitable and Effective Teaching in Undergraduate STEM Education: A Framework for Institutions, Educators, and Disciplines.

Gao, Janet.

Brenner, Kerry.

Holmes, Archie.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Science--Study and teaching (Higher).

Science.

Technology--Study and teaching (Higher).

Technology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (389 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Washington, D.C. : National Academies Press, 2025.

Summary:

This report focuses on transforming undergraduate STEM education to support equitable and effective teaching practices. It offers a comprehensive framework for institutions, educators, and disciplines to enhance teaching methods, promote inclusivity, and improve student outcomes in STEM fields. Developed by the Committee on Equitable and Effective Teaching in Undergraduate STEM Education, the study emphasizes evidence-based approaches and interdisciplinary collaboration. It provides actionable recommendations aimed at addressing systemic barriers and fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment. The intended audience includes educators, academic administrators, policymakers, and researchers in STEM education reform. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Front Matter

Reviewers

Acknowledgments

Contents

Boxes, Figures, and Tables

Preface

Acronyms and Abbreviations

Summary

1 Introduction

2 Institutional Context of Post-Secondary STEM Education

3 Understanding Teaching,Learning, and Equity

4 Principles for Equitable and Effective Teaching of Undergraduate STEM Education

5 Using the Principles to Improve Learning Experiences

6 Role of Academic Units in Achieving Equitable and Effective Teaching

7 Student Pathways Through Undergraduate STEM Curricula

8 Supporting Equitable and Effective Teaching Through Ongoing Professional Learning and Development

9 Role of the Institution in Creating Equitable and Effective Learning Environments

10 Recommendations for Current Action and Future Research

References

Appendix A: Public Comments on Draft Report and Committee Response

Appendix B: Biographies of Committee Members and Staff Generated by AI.

Notes:

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

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ISBN:

0-309-72999-8

OCLC:

1531324821