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Goals
The "Science & Math Education in Action" (ACTION) program will increase the number of science and mathematics education graduates
at our institutions and their effectiveness as science and math teachers.This program is based on seven programmatic innovations
and three key organizational features and functions to foster program excellence:
Program Innovations:
1.) A summer bridge program that introduces new, first-year students to the rigors of college science and math studies, and
primes them for success.
2.) Innovative implementation of best practices in teaching and learning.
3.) Research teams in which students participate during their first year of college in rigorous STEM research.
4.) Co-op and practicum experiences during their second year in which students participate in the use of science and math
in industrial settings.
5.) Early teaching experiences during the first two years to inspire students to choose and prepare well for science and math
teaching as a career.
6.) A residential learning community: a community of students, faculty, and staff that collaborate in all aspects of learning
to enhance academic success.
7.) Student implementation of research projects and hands-on inquiry during their student teaching that draws on their co-op,
internship, and research experiences.
Each of these seven components is designed to directly stimulate academic interest and mentor young Ohioans, promoting their
success, persistence, and graduation to become effective STEM educators. Organizational Features and Functions
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