Learn about a new toolkit of research-backed strategies for educators who want to increase the visibility of women in professional STEM roles in their classrooms and instruction — to inspire and encourage the next generation of women leaders in STEM.

Learn about a new framework for teacher peer support in rural areas, drawing upon best practices from Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and specific research on the local and cultural aspects of rural communities.

In this interactive online conversation, learn about and discuss the concept and practice of “personally relevant pedagogy” and how it expands beyond notions of culturally relevant pedagogy, which can be influenced by stereotypical, group-based identities that limit productive teaching and learning. What strategies can increase teachers’ abilities to connect STEM concepts to the knowledge base that each student brings to the classroom? What are some of the opportunities, and challenges, in implementing this approach?

How can we increase the desire, commitment, and preparation to serve high-needs schools and students? Explore a library of resources that seek to prepare teachers to be knowledgeable, ethical, and caring decision makers in high-needs schools in both urban and rural areas. 

The requirements for math teacher education programs vary across states and reflect different understandings of what constitutes proper Mathematics coursework for secondary teachers. Explore what the team has learned from relevant stakeholders about how these decisions are made.

Learn about the perspectives and approaches of those who strive to bring excellent STEM education to rural communities. Based on their first-hand experiences and others’ in the field, this team is pairing success stories with tools and resources that address specific challenges on the ground.