Work in progress - integration of sensors into high school classrooms

Crowley, Ann; Godsoe, S.; Holdèn, Constance; Vetelino, J.F.

doi:10.1109/fie.2004.1408655

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“…Since 2002, the University of Maine (UM) has placed science and engineering graduate Fellows who are conducting sensor and sensor technology research into local K-12 classrooms [1]. Supported by a National Science Foundation GK-12 grant, Fellows bring sensor technologies --and the science that makes them work --into local classrooms to encourage middle and high school students to pursue careers in science and engineering.…”

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Work in progress - evaluation of the University of Maine GK-12 sensors! program

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Holdèn

et al. 2007

2007 37th Annual Frontiers in Education Conference - Global Engineering: Knowledge Without Borders, Opportunities Without Passp

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Findings from several years of participant feedback about the NSF sponsored GK-12 Sensors! program at the University of Maine are described. The program places graduate Fellows in local K-12 classrooms, with the goal of encouraging students to consider science, technology, engineering, and mathematics professions. Three broad themes are discussed: communication, preparation, and "fit." These factors determine the success of GK-12 Fellow placements, as shown by student and teacher evaluations, Fellow satisfaction, and classroom evaluations. Successful placements strengthen program implementation and status in participating schools while marginal placements can negatively affect both teachers and students and erode support for the GK-12 initiative.

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confidence: 99%

Work in progress - evaluation of the University of Maine GK-12 sensors! program

Doore

Arsenault

Holdèn

et al. 2007

2007 37th Annual Frontiers in Education Conference - Global Engineering: Knowledge Without Borders, Opportunities Without Passp

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“…experiences were made at national conferences by the principal investigator, fellows and teachers. PI Vetelino presented "Work In Progress-Integration of Sensors Into High School Classrooms" at the October 2004 IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference [1]. Fellows Hedefine and Neumann presented "Applying GIS Technologies to Enhance Emergency Response."…”

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Integration of Sensors into Secondary School Classrooms

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Proceedings Frontiers in Education 35th Annual Conference

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The University of Maine (UM), in collaboration with several Maine middle and high schools, is introducing sensors into secondary curricula to motivate students to follow science and engineering career paths. This program is supported by two National Science Foundation grants: GK-12 Sensors! and RET (Research Experience for Teachers)-Sensors! Secondary school teachers are awarded fellowships for an eight-week summer session, where they become involved in cutting-edge sensor science and engineering. During the summer, GK-12 fellows are paired with RETs who become participating teachers in the GK-12 program. RETs and GK-12 fellows have developed sensor modules and integrated sensors into a wide range of middle and high schools courses. In addition to providing a positive impact on students and teachers, the program has provided community outreach and fellows and teachers have described their interactions in conference presentations and refereed publications. Initial program evaluations indicate that student exposure to sensors encourages them to follow science and engineering career paths. The UM System Chancellor is committed to the program's sustainability, as evidenced by a bill currently before the State Legislature to create continuing financial support for the program.

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Work in progress - integration of sensors into high school classrooms

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Work in progress - evaluation of the University of Maine GK-12 sensors! program

Work in progress - evaluation of the University of Maine GK-12 sensors! program

Integration of Sensors into Secondary School Classrooms

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