This pre-publication version of the attributes, components, and elements of a quality STEM/STEAM program is presented for public input and feedback. This work is an update to the original San Diego Quality Criteria (SDQC) document published in 2015.
Component 1.1 Integrated Learning
Component 1.2 Alignment with Standards
Component 1.3 Dedicated Time for Learning Across All STEAM Content Areas
Component 1.4 Alignment to STEM/STEAM College and Career Pathways
Component 2.1 Building Capacity for STEM/STEAM through Professional Learning
Component 2.2 Building Momentum around STEM/STEAM
Component 2.3 Engaging All Students in STEM/STEAM
Component 2.4 Materials and Facilities for STEM/STEAM
Component 3.1 STEM/STEAM Plan
Component 3.2 Engagement with STEM/STEAM Partners