STEM Education Endorsement Certificate

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Program Description

The purpose of the STEM Education Endorsement Certificate is to develop knowledge and expand ability for teaching STEM through authentic integration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The program involves a nine-credit hour sequence with field experiences, collaborative learning, and community-based engagement. The courses focus on planning for, implementing, and reflecting on equitable STEM teaching practices and strategies that center student-driven learning through open-ended, complex problems. The certificate aligns with an in-field certification through the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.

Admission Requirements

The following are requirements beyond the general Admissions  requirements

• Must possess a renewable Georgia teaching certificate. Candidates who have completed all requirements for the Georgia level 4 teaching certificate have until the end of the first semester to obtain certification. 

Accreditation

The program is approved by the GaPSC.

Program of Study