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The STEAM work embedded in the curriculum at Memorial Park Middle School is characterized by the six global competencies for deep learning: character, citizenship, collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking. As our teachers cycle through the creation and revision of STEAM experiences for their students, these competencies are the guide for improvement of their pedagogies. With collaboration being one of the six global competencies employed, student instructional work groups come naturally to our teachers. We are continuing to employ new and innovative ways to integrate STEAM technology experiences into curriculum throughout classrooms. We are excited that our students will be equipped and take their knowledge base and 21st century learning skills well beyond their years at Memorial Park Middle School.
3.1 STEM Instructional Approach Training
3.1 STEM Instructional Approach Training
Memorial Park's teaching staff has participated in multiple training opportunities to assist in the integration of a STEM integrated instructional approach. Some of those opportunities have included: Discovery Education, PBL training through IDOE & FORD Next Generation Learning PBL Professional Learning series, professional learning through The Center for Excellence and embedded professional learning through the school/district.
3.3 Student Instructional Work Groups
3.3 Student Instructional Work Groups
Students collaborate with peers based upon STEM project/intended outcomes and actively question, brainstorm, utilize the design process to make decisions. Each group member has at least one well-defined assigned role that is critical to successful project/goal completion. Accountability is measured and recorded for each individual as well as the entire group.
3.4 Technology in Instruction
3.4 Technology in Instruction
At least 50% of the time, students use appropriate instructional technology equipment, materials, processes, and tools to engage in and enhance their STEM learning. These experiences are through resources in our new ELA adoption, Discovery Learning platform, technology purchases funded through the MSAP SEEK Grant and instructional opportunities in our elective and core content classes.
3.5 STEM Integration
3.5 STEM Integration
Teachers utilize their common work and planning time to fully prepare lessons for implementation in the classroom. This time is purposefully scheduled within the master schedule and contract day. At least 50% of teachers are implementing the planned integrated STEM learning opportunities on a quarterly basis.
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